Orlando takes Halloween seriously. From family-friendly trick-or-treating at Magic Kingdom to the legendary scares of Halloween Horror Nights, here is how to plan the perfect spooky season.
Few places on earth do Halloween like Orlando. The major theme parks run separately ticketed after-dark events for weeks, downtown hosts ghost tours year round, and October weather is finally cooler and drier after summer.
Dates change every year. Confirm with the organizer before you plan your trip.
A separately ticketed evening event with a Halloween parade, fireworks, trick-or-treating and costumed guests of all ages.
Tip: October nights sell out first. Earlier dates are cheaper and less crowded.
Halloween in Orlando guideOne of the most famous Halloween events in the world, with walk-through haunted houses, scare zones and live shows. Best for teens and adults.
Tip: Go early in the season or on a weeknight, or add an express pass on busy nights.
Halloween in Orlando guideSeaWorld's after-dark Halloween event with haunted houses, scare zones and coasters in the dark.
Tip: Families with younger kids should look at SeaWorld's daytime Halloween weekends instead.
Halloween in Orlando guideTop-rated experiences with live prices and availability.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is the most family-friendly option, with trick-or-treating, a Halloween parade and fireworks.
It is designed for teens and adults and is not recommended for young children. Universal suggests the event may be too intense for guests under 13.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party often starts in mid August, and Halloween Horror Nights usually opens in late August or September. Most events run through October 31 or into early November.
