No need to make Halloween plans this year, because we’ve got you covered. Philly is packed with spooky, fun, and spine-chilling events that you cannot miss this month. Here are our top Halloween events in the city:
Cruiser Olympia and Submarine Becuna at Independence Seaport Museum
211 S. Columbus Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19106
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All aboard the Ghosts Tour of the Haunted Olympia for goosebumps and chilling stories of disappearances and ghostly voices from the sailors and captain of the 1895 cruiser Olympia. If you dare…More information and tickets here.
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Beyond stitching our U.S. flag, Betsy Ross House holds a rich history of our city’s past. Join the Bloodletting & Burials for a spooky tour of her house and stories of disease, death, and burial. Get your ticket here!
Linvilla Orchards
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Pick only the best at PumpkinLand! Enjoy hayrides, a jack-o’-lantern exhibit, train rides, and cornfield mazes perfect for the whole crew. Find more information here!
Crawl With Us
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Join plenty of costumed partygoers for that Philadelphia Halloween Bar Crawl by Crawl With Us. That’s 12 bars, an after-party, and plenty of picture-worthy moments. Grab your spot here!
Roxey Ballet
46 N Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA 18938
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The only creepy basement you’ll actually want to enter: head down to Dracula’s Lair for a blend of experiences in a haunted house, live theatrical storytelling, and more. Get your tickets here!
Lincoln Mill Haunt
4100 Main St, Philadelphia, PA 19127
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Turn off the lights and turn up the fear! Lights Out (Blackout night) at Lincoln Mill Haunt is the only candle-lit haunted house attraction around, where flickering flames and creeping shadows make every corner a little more. The darker it gets, the scarier. Purchase your tickets here!
Penn Museum
3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Honor tradition, color, and community at Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at CultureFest. Step into a vibrant celebration of remembrance filled with culture, art, and heart, a beautiful way to spend a fall evening in West Philly. More information here!
Libertee Grounds
1600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Calling all mad scientists! Sip an immersive cocktail, play nine holes of spooky indoor mini golf, and snap some ghoulish photos in Frankenstein’s underground lab. get your tickets here!
StotesBury Mansion
1923 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Ever wanted to step into the pages of your favorite book? Read Roam Revel: Fantasy Balls turns a grand Rittenhouse mansion into an enchanted storybook come to life. Dress up, wander through the magic, and enjoy an immersive evening of festivity that feels like a fairytale (with a Halloween twist). Get more information and tickets here!
Nightmare Before Tinsel
116 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Tinsel, one of the city’s favorite holiday-themed pop-ups, gets extra spooky for Halloween before becoming a Christmas bar. The former jewelry store is decked out in macabre decor featuring Edgar Allen Poe, lots of cobwebs and a throne fit for a King of the Underworld. As if that isn’t enough, there are plenty of great Halloween cocktails and shots as well! Check out their Instagram here!
Whether you are chasing ghost stories on a historic ship, picking pumpkins at the orchard, or making your own Halloween concoctions, Philly has a Halloween plan for everyone this October. Grab your friends, pick your favorites, and get ready for a season full of thrills, treats, and a little bit of mischief. Which event are you adding to your calendar first?
