Halloween Happenings in H-Town
October has finally arrived. For some, it’s a month of pumpkin spice lattes, corn mazes and cute boots. For others, it’s a month of haunted houses, scary movies and Halloween prep. From sweet to spooky, October is a month that has it all: fun decor, cooler weather and haunted happenings. Boo! If you’re ready to sport your cutest spooky gear (or maybe even a costume or two!), you won’t want to miss these events in the greater Houston area. Some are family-friendly, some are just meant for those who aren’t afraid of the dark (or who are 21 and over). Get ready for the fright of your life at these fun spooky season activities, at your own risk, of course.
Must-visit spooky experiences in the Houston area for October 2025
- Pumpkins After Dark– Perfect for all ages, Pumpkins After Dark is a spooky stroll and Halloween wonderland filled with all kinds of activities. From a lighted walk with more than 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins to a Monster Maze, wandering performers, amusement rides and more, this event will feel like stepping onto the set for a kid-friendly Halloween movie. Ghoulishly good fun awaits.
- Houston Scream Fest– This activity is definitely for the adults- and the fearless ones, at that. Houston Scream Fest is the stuff your nightmares are made of. The largest Halloween festival in Texas, Houston Scream Fest has multiple haunted houses, live music, adult beverages, a carnival-style midway and the list goes on. Be prepared to be scared- this spot will make you scream!
- Boo on the Boardwalk– Located on the Galveston Bay, the Kemah Boardwalk is always an excellent destination for all-ages fun. In October, however, they add a spooky twist. Head to this waterfront spot for costume contests, spooky decor, a Little Boo fun house, a haunted house for older kids and adults and so much more. Bewitching on the bay? Yes please!
- Houston Terror Dome– Another great option for the Halloween season is the Houston Terror Dome, a haunted scream park for those brave enough to enter. Head here for a bevy of fun activities for the whole family, including a pumpkin patch, axe throwing, paintball, escape rooms, a selfie station and, of course, a terrifying haunted house or two. There is also a cool gift shop on-site selling oddities and trinkets you’ll have to see to believe.
- Zoo Boo at the Houston Zoo– If you want something perfect for little ghosts and goblins this spooky season, the Houston Zoo is just the place. Explore an eerie ghost town, smile for pictures by the 15-foot foliage arch, wander through the glowing pumpkin tunnel and more at this family-friendly event that allows everyone to enjoy animal encounters and fall fun in one slightly-spooky spot.
Houston-area lodging
When your fall travels bring you to the Houston area, consider booking a stay at the Woodland Lakes RV Park in Conroe, Texas. Located just a short drive from Houston proper, Woodland Lakes has everything you need for a fun, relaxing weekend with family or friends (or solo). Enjoy the stocked pond for fishing, the exercise room for getting a workout in, the laundry facilities to keep your Halloween gear spic and span and so much more. Happy spooky season in Space City!