Happy Halloween, Philly! As the spooky season creeps upon us, here’s a list of things to do that’ll get you in the spirit! From family-friendly fun to oh-so-scary nights, keep reading to find out where to spend this Halloween in Philly!
Boo at the Zoo
October 16 – October 31 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
The three-weekend spooktacular family-friendly event, Boo at the Zoo, is back! Dress up in your costumes and say hello to the wild animals of Philly while enjoying the fall offerings brought by the zoo!
Franklin Fright Weekend
Weekends in October
The fun-filled spooky experience at the Franklin Institute will be full of museum-wide trick-or-treating and Halloween-inspired live science shows! Bring your own trick-or-treating bag and get ready for a frightfully fun time! Franklin fright is free with museum admission.
Hocus Pocus Drive-In at Ikea
October 30 | 6:30 PM
What’s better than watching Hocus Pocus almost every day at home? Watching it under the stars at the IKEA of South Philadelphia! Pop some corn, grab your favorite Halloween candy, and bring your friends to the drive-in movie that’ll get you in the Halloween spirit!
The 4th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl
October 30 | 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Don’t miss out on one of the biggest and scariest bar crawl events of the year! Join in as there will be free and exclusive drinks specials, amazing food, and a $1,000 grand prize to the best costume! Check out the crawl map and contest instructions for more info!
Concourse Halloween Party
October 30 | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
While the kids will be trick-or-treating, adults will be trick-or-drinking! Get your ticket now and join Maria Topcat as she will host Concourse’s Halloween party! It will be a night of live bands, circus performances, and lots of dancing. Costumes are mandatory!
It’s All Just a Brunch of Hocus Pocus!
October 31 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
You’ve seen the movie, now watch the Sanderson Sisters and an exclusive lineup of drag performers at the Evil Genius Beer Company that’ll have you screaming in cheer, not fear! What better way to start Halloween than with Halloween goodness?
Spirit of Philadelphia’s 2021 Halloween Costume Cruise
October 30 | 11:30 PM – 2:00 AM
As Halloween Eve turns into Halloween day, celebrate the first hour of Halloween on the Spirit of Philadelphia for their 2021 Halloween Costume Cruise! With lots of dancing and a Live DJ, it’ll be a night to remember! Hurry and get your tickets in advance as there is a limited amount!
Halloween ‘21 Day Party / Eagles Watch Party
October 31 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Want to celebrate Halloween the right way but don’t want to miss the Philadelphia Eagle’s game? No need to worry, we totally understand! Spend Halloween night at VIBEEntertainment’s Halloween ‘21 Day Party for an Eagles watch party at the Airis Bar & Lounge. Whether or not you decide to wear a costume, it will be a fun night with complimentary cocktails during halftime!
Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary
With 15 attractions behind the walls, there is so much to do at Eastern State Penitentiary’s Halloween Nights! With 4 haunted houses and a psychedelic walk-through experience, you’ll want to shake off the jitters at one of the themed bars and lounges. Not into the scary stuff and looking for other immersive activities? Walkthrough the history of the Eastern State Penitentiary narrated by actor Steve Buscemi!
Nightmare Before Tinsel
Ends October 31
Sell your soul and hang with the dead and undead at Nightmare Before Tinsel for a frightful time! The trendy Halloween Pop-Up Bar is open till October 31st and is ready to get spooky!
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Have a spooktacular and safe Halloween, Philly!
