Halloween events for your family and friends to make memories that will last a lifetime? Look no further than a trip to Orlando for laughs, spooks, tasty treats, and a haunting good time! All of the popular theme parks have events planned, and we’re positive you’ll find something that everyone in your group will want to experience.
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween extravaganza in Orlando! Trick-or-treating, mouthwatering festive food and drinks, chilling haunted houses, thrilling drive-through events, and a whole lot more await you. Dive into the eerie atmosphere as you explore over 8 hair-raising Halloween events happening in the vibrant city this year.
From family-friendly festivities to spine-tingling scares, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this frightful fun:
Halloween Events at Disney World in 2023
Get ready for an enchanting journey into a whimsical world, where vibrant pumpkins, breathtaking backdrops, and your beloved Disney characters await! Disney World during the holiday seasons is pure magic, and Halloween is the perfect time to plan your visit. Without further ado, here are some of the delightful array of activities and attractions that will make your fall at the Disney parks absolutely extraordinary:
MICKEY’S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
That’s right, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is back again, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Imagine the joy of seeing Mickey and his friends all decked out in their spooktacular Halloween costumes, ready to enchant and entertain. And here’s the best part – both kids and adults are invited to join in on the fun by wearing full costumes (a rare treat indeed). Just remember to take a moment to review their costume guidelines to ensure your outfit is both magical and compliant.
The highly anticipated event, known as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, will take place on select enchanting nights from August 11th to November 1st this year. Immerse yourself in the spooktacular atmosphere as you embark on a magical journey throughout the iconic Magic Kingdom.
With your tickets, you will have access to designated spots for trick-or-treating, where you can indulge in delicious treats and sweets. Be captivated by the spellbinding performance of the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular!, a show that will leave you in awe of the wickedly talented cast. As the night sky illuminates with bursts of vibrant colors, don’t miss the spectacular Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks show, a mesmerizing display that will ignite your sense of wonder. And of course, the Boo-To-You Halloween Parade, filled with spooky surprises and beloved Disney characters, will set the stage for an unforgettable evening.
Amidst the festivities, seize the opportunity to capture precious memories with your favorite characters through delightful photo opportunities. Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and pure Disney magic!
MINNIE’S HALLOWEEN DINE AT HOLLYWOOD & VINE
Character dining is happening at Hollywood Studios at Hollywood & Vine on select dates until November 7th! You can now celebrate Halloween with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy in their festive Halloween costumes at the restaurant.
Please keep in mind that this dining experience is very popular, and reservations are required. To start, you’ll need a valid park ticket and Park Pass reservation to Hollywood Studios. Then, you can make a reservation for the restaurant on the My Disney Experience app or the main Walt Disney World website.
SPOOKY & DELICIOUS TREATS AROUND DISNEY WORLD
The incredible food and tasty treats don’t stop there! Guests will find an assortment of Halloween-inspired sweets and drinks at each of the parks throughout the season. We’ve loved stopping by Sleepy Hollow in Magic Kingdom for a Foolish Mortal Funnel Cake, Block & Hans in Epcot for a Spiked Frozen Apple Pie (drink), Restaurantosaurus in Animal Kingdom for a Maleficent Cupcake, or Rosie’s All-American Café for Witch’s Hat Mousse in past years. And, we can’t wait to see the festive food this year for Halloween! One thing is for sure, we’re never disappointed with all of the options.
If you consider yourself a foodie or know someone who does, you also won’t want to miss Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival while you’re in town! It’s running until November 18th, 2023 – so you’ll have plenty of time for Halloween fun and to go on a tasting tour across 6 continents.
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando
If you’ve never been to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, this is the year you should add it to your list! This annual event takes place on select nights from September 1st to November 4th and features some of the best screams and haunts in the area. You can expect 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, 2 live shows, and plenty of scares throughout the park.
As we write this, we can’t help but reminiscence about the themes from last year that included Halloween with Michael Myers, The Horrors of Blumhouse with an evil kidnapper from The Black Phone, and Universal Monsters: Legends Collide featuring The Wolf Man, Dracula, and The Mummy! You’ll find new themes this year like:
- Try to Escape the Curse of Vecna (inspired by Stranger Things)
- An Evil Reawakened (inspired by the Exorcist)
- Step Into the World of The Last of Us (inspired by hit TV show The Last of Us)
- Chucky’s Back for Even More Carnage (inspired by Chucky: Ultimate Kill Count)
- Four Universal Monsters. One New Nightmare.
- And more!
One thing to note is that this event is dark and can be scary for younger kids, and it’s typically recommended for mature teens and adults.
Seaworld Spooktacular
The kid-friendly SeaWorld Spooktacular runs on select days from September 16th to October 31st this year! This daytime event offers fun surprises, trick-or-treating opportunities (with the purchase of a reusable bag), the ever-so-popular Sesame Street Halloween Parade, and more for the entire family.
To make the experience even more fun, costumes are highly recommended for both adults and kids. They offer a “Spooktacular Breakfast” upgrade with Count von Count (the famous vampire Muppet), and even the chance to meet a mermaid in the Key West area.
Howl-O-Scream at Seaworld Orlando
You’ll find a completely different atmosphere at SeaWorld during the Halloween season when the sun goes down! On select nights from September 8th to October 31st, the Howl-O-Scream will have your pulse-pounding at this fun (yet terrifying) event. There’s literally nowhere to hide as the scares are everywhere at SeaWorld with their roaming haunts throughout the park.
On top of this, you’ll find 5 haunted houses, 7 scare zones, live shows, and roller coasters to ride in the dark. This event is intended for a mature audience and contains intense adult content (like blood, gore, and violence), so please plan accordingly.
Brick or Treat Presents Monster Party at Legoland
Fun for the entire family, LEGOLAND’s signature Halloween event is better than ever this year! On select weekends from September 16th to October 29th, you’ll find an all-new show lineup, never-before-seen exclusive LEGO characters, a costume parade, trick-or-treating opportunities, and plenty of live entertainment here. There will even be limited-time attractions and an interactive dance party to enjoy. Don’t forget your costumes!
What’s even better? The Halloween festivities are included with park admission and select tickets!
More Halloween Events in Orlando
If you’re looking for experiences you won’t ever forget, then Orlando is the best place to be! There are so many more events happening throughout the month of October for those interested in haunts and spooky fun. Here are a few others worth checking out while you’re here:
Haunting Nights and Happy Frights at Leu Gardens
You’ll find two epic Halloween adventures brought to you by Creative City Project and Memoir Agency at Leu Gardens from September 29th to October 31st!
Happy Frights is perfect for the entire family with 8 trick-or-treat stations, a dancing bridge troll, mesmerizing sunflower garden, dazzling neon-light maze, a colossal hay-pyramid, and a Dia de Muertos celebration!
The second event, Haunting Nights, is recommended for guests 13 years and older. This elevated artful experience takes place in the gardens and includes a few jump-scares to get your blood pumping! What we can’t wait for — the 10 foot tall jack-o-lantern, wandering through the forest of eyes, and meeting La Catrina in the Dia de Muertos world.
Spooky Empire at the Convention Center
“The Dark Side of Comic Con” will be here from October 27th to the 29th! Just like a Comic Con, you’ll find an impressive guest list, meet and greet opportunities, and so much more.
The highlight of this event is the Spooky Empire Horror Film Festival which will feature the spookiest, goriest, and most frightening short and feature-length films! On top of this, there will be live music, costume contests, and even a Tattoo Festival featuring over 50 artists!
What Else is Happening in Orlando This Fall?
There’s so much more to explore than just these top Halloween festivities in Orlando in the autumn months. If you’re curious about the weather, crowd levels at the theme parks, and other things to enjoy this fall, then you’ll love our post about the great Festivals, Food, and Fun!
And, when you’re ready to start planning your next stay in Orlando, our team is here to help you find the perfect place nearby the activities. We’re available 24/7 by phone and email, so please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have!
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