Halloween Events in Galveston
🎃 City Guide · TX · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Galveston? We’ve rounded up 14 verified Halloween events across Galveston for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Galveston for 2026
Parade
3rd Annual Mystical Parade of Boo
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Galveston — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Family Event
5th Annual Island Boo Fest
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Galveston perfect for little ones.
Halloween Party
Black Lagoon Pop-Up Bar
21+ ONLY TICKETED
Galveston's biggest Halloween party — costumes, DJs, and dancing till late.
Halloween Event
Broadway Cemetery Soul Stroll
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Galveston's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Parade
Día de los Muertos Parade & Fiesta
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Galveston — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Halloween Event
Galveston Ghost Stories at Ashton Villa
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Galveston's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Haunted House
Ghost Coast Festival
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Galveston with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Haunted Headscratchers – Smarty Pints Trivia Night
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Galveston's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Halloween Event
Headstone Cleaning Workshop
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Galveston — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Movie Night
Hocus Pocus Movie Night at Menard
ALL AGES TICKETED
Watch a spooky favorite on the big outdoor screen in Galveston.
Haunted House
Original Haunted Harbor Tours (SEAGULL II)
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Galveston with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Halloween Event
Spirits of The Strand Sip and Stroll
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Galveston's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Halloween Event
Trick or Treat at the 1838 Menard House
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Galveston — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Family Event
Trunk Or Treat with Evac
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Galveston perfect for little ones.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Galveston
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Galveston are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Galveston Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Galveston cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Galveston venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Galveston Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Galveston for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include 3rd Annual Mystical Parade of Boo, 5th Annual Island Boo Fest, Black Lagoon Pop-Up Bar. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Galveston in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Galveston neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Galveston Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 14 verified Halloween events across Galveston for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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