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Hauntingly Good Halloween Parties & Events in Melbourne
Spooktacular events guaranteed to send shivers down your spine, these are the best Halloween events in Melbourne to look forward to this year.
Dust off your witches’ hats and sharpen those carving knives — Halloween is just around the corner. Across Melbourne, special events are marking the year’s spookiest (unofficial) holiday — from family-friendly festivals with rides and trick-or-treating to blood-red cherry pie pop-ups, legendary horror screenings, and ghoulish grown-up gatherings serving potent brews and devilish tunes.
Without further ado, these are the most gruesome Halloween events in Melbourne — serving up a heavy dose of the danse macabre.
Are you staying in this year and hosting your own Halloween party? Let our guide to the spookiest décor ideas inspire you.
No Tricks, Just Treats: Tarts Anon x Whittaker’s Limited Halloween Drop
Chocolate fiends, rejoice — Halloween just got dangerously decadent. Tarts Anon has teamed up with cult Kiwi chocolatier Whittaker’s to conjure two limited-edition tarts inspired by the beloved Hazella and Creamy Milk blocks.
The lineup?
The Pumpkin: Whittaker’s Hazella crèmeux encased in pumpkin mousse, perched atop pumpkin cake and chocolate crumble.
SCreamy Milk Chocolate Tart: A spookier spin on the Tarts Anon classic — chocolate and caramel layered with Whittaker’s Creamy Milk and finished with a scream-worthy chocolate mask.
Available Thursday 30th October to Sunday 2nd November, these hauntingly good creations are best devoured fresh from Tarts Anon Richmond. On Halloween (Friday 31st October), chocoholics will also score a free Whittaker’s slab with every Whittaker’s Tart Bundle purchase.
No tricks. Just a chocolate lover’s dream — but be quick, they’ll vanish faster than you can say BOO.
30th October to 2nd November
Building 10 Floor Level/658 Church Street, Richmond
Candlelight: WB Horror Classics at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Dare to descend beneath the city for a symphony of shivers. SEA LIFE Melbourne transforms into a hauntingly beautiful concert hall this Halloween as Warner Bros. and Candlelight Concerts present Horror Classics. Performed by Eclective Strings, this eerie setlist pulls from the most spine-tingling films ever made — The Conjuring, The Shining, The Exorcist, The Lost Boys, and more — reimagined under the soft glow of candlelight. It’s equally haunting and hypnotic, a cinematic séance for the senses. Costumes optional, goosebumps guaranteed.
Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th October, 8:20pm start
Book tickets here
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
A Carnival of Art and Thrills Awaits This Halloween at Museum of Desire
This Halloween, Museum of Desire invites you to surrender to temptation with its Carnival of Art & Thrills — a seductive collision of art, performance, and after-dark pleasure. Across the long weekend, Melbourne’s most talked-about museum transforms into a playground of the provocative: Shibari rope-tying by Barefoot Juliette, live body painting by Maya Irving, the uninhibited artistry of Top Secret Life Drawing, and a touch of mischief from Foxy Moron.
Dress to thrill, lean into curiosity, and let the night flirt back — if you dare.
Friday 31st October to Monday 3rd November, from 6pm to close
Book here
92 Rupert Street, Collingwood
M&M’S Trick or Treat Tour Rolls Into St Kilda for Halloween
This Halloween, St Kilda will sweeten its spooky reputation as M&M’S brings its first-ever Trick or Treat Tour Bus to town. Rolling through the suburb’s eeriest streets on Friday, 31st October, the chocolate-fuelled adventure promises cheeky fun for all ages — with surprise visits from the iconic M&M’S characters, photo ops, and interactive giveaways.
Named Victoria’s spookiest suburb in the national rankings, St Kilda is the place to be for frightful fun with a sweet twist.
Free tickets are limited, so secure your seat — if you dare.
Friday 31st October
Join waitlist here
St Kilda, Melbourne
Halloween Heats Up at The New Spiegel Haus Precinct with Jazz, Jaffles and a Cinematic Edge
As Spiegel Haus Melbourne opens its doors this October, Halloween night takes centre stage with Jazz & Jaffles: Halloween — a one-night-only affair transforming the city’s newest entertainment precinct into a cinematic horror dreamscape. Curated by Moor Music Events, the evening will pulse with live soul, broken beat, jazz and DJ sets across two stages, soundtracking skyline views, costumes, cocktails and late-night chaos.
Running from 7pm to 1am, this free event promises a heady mix of music and mischief — where Halloween meets high art in the heart of the city.
Friday 31st October, 7pm to 1am
Book here; reservations essential
Spiegel Haus Rooftop, Melbourne CBD
Club Astra ― Halloween Boat Party
Take Halloween to the high seas with Club Astra’s Halloween Boat Party, hosted by Afterdark Co. aboard the Victoria Star. Across two levels of music — RNB, hip-hop and house — guests will enjoy roaming canapés, a complimentary drink on arrival, and photo ops galore. Dress to impress for the chance to win a Lycan Vodka package, then keep the night rolling with discounted entry to the official afterparty at The Emerson. Costumes encouraged, cocktails flowing, and the city skyline glowing — it’s Halloween in Melbourne done right.
Friday 31st October, 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Book here
Victoria Star Cruises, 30 Victoria Harbour Promenade, Docklands
Port Melbourne Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade
Calling all good boys and ghouls. Bay Street is going bark-side for a community Halloween takeover — free pro pup portraits, cheeky giveaways and a kids’ trick-or-treat scavenger hunt through local traders. The dog parade is the main event: dress your four-legged star in their spookiest, cutest or funniest get-up and join the fun.
Sitchu Tip: Swing by Halloween HQ (the square next to Westpac) to grab the scavenger hunt clue sheet before you parade.
Pre-registration closes Friday 24th October, 8pm
Free; book here
Saturday 25th October, 10am to 3pm (Dog Parade 11am)
Olive’s Corner, Liardet Street (Bay & Liardet), Port Melbourne
Melbourne’s most playful attraction is turning frightfully fun this Halloween, as Monopoly Dreams Melbourne transforms into a haunted board of tricks and treats. From 27th October to 2nd November, families can follow the Monopoly Trick-or-Treat Trail, collecting lollies and limited-edition Halloween cards, while exploring ghostly scenes and themed photo ops — from ‘Just Visiting’ tombstones to pumpkin-lined railways.
With costumed staff, spooky décor and free entry for kids with every paying adult, it’s a week of fun, colour and cheeky scares in the heart of Melbourne Central.
27th October to 2nd November
Monopoly Dreams Melbourne, Lower Ground Floor, Melbourne Central
A Night of Science, Spirits and Spooks at Melbourne Museum
Melbourne Museum morphs into a twilight playground of science and superstition. From 5:30pm, little monsters can fill their lolly bags and chase curiosities through trick-or-treat trails, science shows and scavenger hunts. As darkness falls, the night grows bolder — haunted tales echo through the galleries, ghostly figures stir, and a new adults-only zone tempts the brave.
For the truly fearless, the Full Moon Experience unlocks fast-track entry, LEGO Star Wars magic and curated show bags. It’s the ultimate mix of brains, bones and beautifully spooky fun at the museum this Halloween.
Friday 31st October
Book here
Melbourne Museum, Carlton Gardens
Bat Out of Hell: The Musical Ignites Cinemas This Halloween
Turn up the volume this Halloween as Bat Out of Hell: The Musical roars onto the big screen for the very first time. From 30th October, Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s legendary rock opera explodes across more than 100 Australian cinemas, starring the powerhouse West End cast. Set in the dystopian city of Obsidian, it’s a wild ride of rebellion, romance, and anthems that defined a generation — from I’d Do Anything for Love to Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad.
Loud, electric and utterly unmissable — rock cinema gets its reckoning.
From October 30th; check your local cinema for screening times
Luna Dark 2025: Carnivale of Screams
When darkness falls, Luna Park becomes the Carnivale of Screams — a six-night Halloween spectacular that’s as eerie as it is electric. Haunted mazes, immersive performances, rides cloaked in darkness and costumed creatures stalking the midway turn Melbourne’s most iconic amusement park into a playground of fright. By day, the little ones can join in with themed games, spooky surprises and sweet rewards.
From pulse-quickening thrills to family fun, Luna Dark delivers Halloween at its theatrical best — bold, atmospheric and deliciously twisted.
23rd, 24th, 25th, 30th, 31st October & 1st November, 2025
Book tickets here
Luna Park, St Kilda
Halloween in Elsternwick Village
It’s time to eat, drink and be scary this Halloween in Elsternwick. Join in on this spooktacular day, starting with family-friendly fun during the day right through to a nighttime spooky soiree with an enchanting atmosphere that everyone can enjoy.
During the day, expect trick-or-treat buckets and a wickedly fun trail to find participating stores that will help fill your bucket with treats; boo-tiful balloon modellers, creepy arts and crafts, magical live music and fang-tastic face painting.
As the sun sets, the thrilling fun will continue. Head to Elsternwick Plaza to explore mystical marquees offering devilishly delicious drinks and frighteningly good food. There’s even a Halloween-themed live band; the music will be scream-worthy!
Free event, reserve a spot here
Saturday 26th October, 11.00am to 8.00pm
Family Spooktacular, 11.00am to 4.00pm; Spooky Soiree, 4.00pm to 8.00pm
Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Mélange Halloween Special: RNB Vibes at The Valiant
Mélange returns for a Halloween edition at The Valiant Bar, where R&B meets pure, unfiltered fun. From 8pm, the dance floor fills with energy as top DJs spin smooth beats, the cocktails flow, and costumes take centre stage — from superheroes to horror icons and everything in between. With food served all night and an atmosphere that’s equal parts cool and carefree, this is your cue to dress up, let loose and dance until the early hours.
Saturday 1st November, 8pm to 1am
Book here
412 Little Collins Street, Level 1, Melbourne
Freaky Friday: A Halloween Singles Night at The George
Swap ghosting for real-life sparks this Halloween at Freaky Friday, a 30+ singles soirée at The George on Collins. Designed for those ready to ditch the apps, this Halloween-themed night blends flirty energy with effortless conversation beneath flickering candlelight. Spooky décor, signature cocktails, a killer playlist and a best-dressed contest for the most creative costumes (fangs optional) set the mood for connection.
Newly single or simply in the mood for a fun night out, it’s an evening charged with charm, chemistry, and a hint of Halloween magic.
Friday October 31st, 6:30pm to 11:30pm
Book here
162-168 Collins Street, Melbourne
All Aboard for Melbourne’s Spookiest Halloween Boat Party
All aboard the Lady Cutler for a Halloween cruise that’s part fright night, part floating dance floor. Rewind Entertainment’s annual Halloween Boat Party is back — and it’s going all out. Expect spine-tingling décor, free face painting, DJs spinning RNB, house and EDM across two decks, and a sea of costumes (there are prizes for the best). The thrills don’t stop at dock: your ticket scores you half-price entry to The George on Collins for the official afterparty. Dress up, drink up, and dance till dawn.
Friday 31st October, 8pm to 11:30pm
Few tickets left; book here
131 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands
Melbourne’s Biggest Halloween Bash Takes Over The Emerson
When night falls on 31st October, The Emerson transforms into Melbourne’s biggest and scariest Halloween party. Hosted by I Heart Uni, this 18+ fright fest draws over 500 guests for a night of eerie beats, themed cocktails and full-costume chaos across two dance arenas. Expect free treats, makeup artists, and a photobooth to capture your spine-chilling look — plus DJs spinning every genre under the (blood) moon.
It’s the Halloween event everyone’s talking about — get your costume ready and prepare to haunt the dance floor till sunrise.
Friday 31st October
Book here
141-145 Commercial Road, South Yarra
Halloween Horror at Lido
Enter, if you dare. This Halloween, Lido Cinemas in Hawthorn is summoning the greats of horror for five nights of cinematic chills. Brave the darkness and settle in with popcorn for spine-tingling classics including The Shining, The Thing, The Bride of Frankenstein, Scream, The Love Witch, and more. From cult favourites to timeless terrors, it’s a hauntingly good way to revel in spooky season — on the big screen, where every scream sounds just a little too real.
Thursday 24th October to Monday 3rd November
675 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn
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