Halloween 2024 in Dallas
Haunted houses, scary movies and trick-or-treating – take your pick.
Halloween kicks off the holiday season in style! Put on your costume of choice and head out with the family for a night of spooks and thrills.
Updated September 2024
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS
October 11 - November 3 | 2 p.m.
Get ready for a fang-tastic comedy that puts a hilarious spin on Bram Stoker's classic tale! Showing at the Kalita Humphreys Theater, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a laugh-out-loud, gender-bending romp that blends the best of Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and The 39 Steps. When Lucy Westfeldt's sister, Mina, falls ill with a mysterious blood disease, Lucy and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, call on the famed vampire hunter, Doctor Jean Van Helsing. What follows is a wild hunt for the seductive Count Dracula, filled with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Recommended for ages 11 and up, this side-splitting show promises an evening of spooky fun and non-stop laughter.
HALLOWEEN CLASSICS AT THE MAJESTIC THEATREE
October 18 & 21 | 7:30 p.m.
Sing-along to timeless Halloween classics at the Majestic Theatre. On October 18, watch Coco on the big screen with a live-to-film concert featuring the Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México performing the score. Then, October 21, enjoy the musical fantasy Labyrinth and follow Sarah's journey through an otherworldly maze to rescue her brother from the Goblin King. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed in your Halloween best for an unforgettable evening at the movies!
The Village Presents: Spooky Starlight Cinema - Hotel Transylvania
Saturday, October 19 | 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with a screening of Hotel Transylvania on the lawn. Popcorn, cotton candy, and more will be available for purchase, making it the perfect evening for all ages. Gather the kids and neighbors for a night of laughter and Halloween fun!
MEADOWS MUSEUM TRICK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 20 | 2 p.m.
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Meadows Museum Trick or Treat! Bring the kids in costume to trick-or-treat with art that’s come to life and explore interactive activities throughout the galleries. It’s a Halloween adventure like no other! Just remember, all little ghosts and goblins must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t miss out on the fun—this is a Halloween treat for the whole family!
MONSTER MASH, HALLOWEEN BASH
Saturday, October 26 | 7 p.m.
Get ready for Oak Cliff's premier fall event, Monster Mash, Halloween Bash! Benefiting the Well Community, the bash returns to the historically spooky SchoolHouse Dallas.
This frightful evening will feature cuisine by renowned Chef Justo Blanco of Boxwood Hospitality, a photo booth, tarot card readings, a signature drink, and a thrilling costume contest with amazing prizes. Don't miss the raffle for incredible trips and the Jack-o-lantern Jackpot—bring your carved pumpkin for a chance to win Southwest Airlines tickets!
Dallas Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival
Saturday, October 26 | 2 p.m.
Enjoy the vibrant spirit of the Dallas Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival as it kicks off at Dallas City Hall, winds its way through downtown via S. Griffin St. and Commerce St., and concludes its journey back at Dallas City Hall. Experience a dazzling and jubilant procession filled with enchanting Catrinas, horses, dance troupes, music, floats, and intricate costumes. Beyond the parade, the event offers a family-friendly festival brimming with live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, and much more.
Dallas Zombie Bar Crawl
Saturday, October 26
Get ready for the ultimate Halloween takeover as the Dallas Zombie Crawl hits the streets on Saturday, October 26! Come dressed in your best zombie attire and pick up your Zombie Survival Kit at check-in. Each kit includes a map of all participating Dallas bars and nightclubs, featuring entry details and drink specials. Plus, you'll get a booklet of drink vouchers for discounts and free Halloween welcome shots at select venues. Whether you roam the streets with friends or join hundreds of other costumed pub crawlers, this event promises an unforgettable night of spooky fun.
Silent Disco & Pet Costume Contest at the Dallas Farmers Market
There’s always something fun happening at the Dallas Farmers Market, and Halloween is no exception!
Halloween Silent Disco
Friday, October 25 | 8 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Slip on your wireless headphones and dance the night away under the moonlight! Join us for a night of spooky sounds with live music and performances. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed in your Halloween best. Tickets are $15.
Pet Costume Contest with Doodle Rock Rescue
Saturday, October 26 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Bring your furry friends to the Dallas Farmers Market for Doodle Rock Rescue's first-ever Pet Costume Contest! Dress up your pets in their most creative costumes and join in on the fun. There will be plenty of photo ops, so get ready to capture the cutest Halloween moments!
Halloweekend at the Dallas Arboretum
Saturday & Sunday, October 26-27
Experience this yearly tradition filled with garden-wide trick-or-treating, live music on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn, and a delightful petting zoo. Kids can solve Halloween riddles, strut down the orange carpet, and revel in the festive atmosphere.
Dallas Día de Los Muertos Concert
Tuesday, October 29 | 7:30 p.m.
Join the Dallas Symphony Orchestra for a vibrant Day of the Dead concert at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, celebrating our lost loved ones with a colorful affirmation of life. The DSO’s annual tradition features traditional Latin American music and culture, a dazzling program, colorful festivities, decorated ofrendas and fun-filled events for the whole family.
TRICK OR TREAT ON DOWNTOWN STREETS
Thursday, October 31 | 4 p.m.
Join the 6th Annual Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets for a spooktacular evening on Halloween night! Dress up in your best costumes and explore Downtown Dallas transformed into a Halloween wonderland. Enjoy trick-or-treating, photo ops, local artisan markets, arts & crafts, and live entertainment. Pick up a map of participating businesses closer to the event date and collect treats from local retailers. Bring your bucket or grab one for free at Main Street Garden while supplies last!
INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (1994) WITH LIVE BALLET PRESHOW
Thursday, October 31 | 8 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween in style at the Texas Theatre with a special 30th-anniversary screening of Interview With The Vampire! The evening begins with a haunting live ballet performance by the talented dancers of Bishop Street Ballet at 8 p.m., setting the stage for this classic vampire tale. Then, at 8:30 p.m., lose yourself in the world of vampires with this cinematic favorite. Enjoy the themed drinks and prepare for a night where the line between the living and the undead blurs.
