There’s something about Halloween in the desert, especially in Las Vegas.

This year, Halloween falls on Thursday, October 31st, and Las Vegas is already gearing up for one of the biggest parties of the year. Haunted houses get darker, nightclubs turn into costume-packed venues full of chaos, and the Strip becomes a catwalk for angels, demons, mummies, and everything else in between.

Las Vegas will give you the complete Halloween experience.

To help you make the most of it here’s a list of 7 different things you can do in Sin City:

• Visit a haunted house (Freakling Bros, Asylum & Hotel Fear, Universal Horror Unleashed)
• Try a Halloween-themed escape room (SAW, Blair Witch)
• Watch free street performances at Freaks on Fremont
• Party at a nightclub or join a Halloween bar crawl
• Dress up for a costume contest or attend the Sin City Halloween Ball
• See a themed Las Vegas show (O by Cirque, Awakening, Fright Knights at Tournament of Kings)
• Take the kids to HallOVeen or a local pumpkin patch
• Book a hotel with a Halloween weekend deal or resort credit

Now, let’s review everything there is to do for Halloween in Las Vegas, in more detail.

7+ Things To Do For Halloween in Las Vegas

#1 Visit a Haunted Attraction

If you’re looking for a scare this Halloween, Las Vegas has plenty of haunted attractions to choose from.

Every year, one of the standout attractions is Universal Horror Unleashed. For 2025, the attraction opens early on August 14 at Area15. You will find four immersive haunted houses based on classic horror franchises like The Exorcist and Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Tickets start at $69 for timed entry. 

Over near Meadows Mall, Asylum & Hotel Fear offers two long-running haunts packed with creepy storylines and detailed sets, both open seasonally in October with tickets starting around $30. 

For something even more intense, Freakling Bros. brings back its “Trilogy of Terror,” featuring Castle Vampyre, Coven of 13, and Gates of Hell (the only R-rated haunted house in Nevada).

#2 Try a Halloween-Themed Escape Room

Escape rooms take on a creepier edge around Halloween, and Las Vegas has some of the best.

The Official SAW Escape Room lets you step into the twisted world of Jigsaw with movie-accurate sets, jump scares, and intense puzzles. 

Over at Blair Witch Escape Experience, you’ll explore a haunted forest setting filled with unsettling clues and eerie sound design. 

For something less horror-focused, The Escape Game Las Vegas on the Strip offers a range of themed missions, including prison breaks, heists, and mystery adventures. This one’s perfect if you want a lighter thrill with friends. 

Most rooms run daily throughout October, with prices starting around $40 per person.

#3 Freaks on Fremont

There’s already so much to do in Downtown Las Vegas. During Halloween, Downtown Vegas gets a little wilder, and Freaks on Fremont is one of the main reasons why. 

This street performance-meets-side-show experience takes over Fremont Street with stilt walkers, contortionists, aerialists, and costumed characters roaming the crowd. 

The shows pop up nightly leading up to Halloween, especially on the weekend, and they’re completely free to watch. 

If you’re already downtown bar hopping or checking out the Viva Vision light show, this is an easy add-on that brings full Halloween chaos to life. That naturally leads us onto the next thing to do, partying in Vegas.

#4 Party at a Nightclub or a Bar

Las Vegas nightclubs go all out for Halloween, with themed parties, costume contests, and big-name DJs packing the weekend calendar. Clubs like Omnia, Hakkasan, Marquee, Tao, Jewel, Zouk, and LIV all host dedicated Halloween events, each bringing its own style.

You can expect elaborate decor, guest performers, and packed dance floors. 

If you’re looking for something more casual and you want to try out more than one club in a night, consider joining a Halloween bar crawl downtown or on the Strip.

You’ll get drink specials, free entry, and a mix of themed venues to explore.

#5 Dress Up for a Costume Party

Halloween in Vegas is as much about the costumes as it is the partying, and the Sin City Halloween Ball is one of the biggest events for it. 

Held annually at a rotating venue (often a nightclub or ballroom), this over-the-top party features DJs, live performers, go-go dancers, and a crowd that goes all-in on creative, outrageous costumes. 

If you’re not heading to the Ball, you’ll find other themed costume parties across the city, from hotel lounges to rooftop bars, so bring your best look and prepare to turn heads.

Prizes for best costume are common, and many events require tickets in advance.

#6 Watch a Show

If you want to relax a bit between parties and haunted houses, catching a show is a great way to stay in the Halloween spirit without the jump scares. 

O by Cirque du Soleil offers a dreamlike, otherworldly experience with water-based acrobatics and a haunting score that fits the season. Tournament of Kings leans into medieval drama with knights, battles, and a feast. all served in true Halloween style with a seasonal “Fright Knights” overlay in October. 

For something darker and more theatrical, Awakening at Wynn delivers a surreal mix of fantasy, fire, and illusion. Or, if you’d rather laugh than scream, head to Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club for a rotating lineup of stand-up acts and Halloween-themed shows.

You can view the complete list of shows to watch (and grab cheaper tickets while you’re at on our hotel deals page.

#7 Enjoy Family-Friendly Halloween Activities

Las Vegas has plenty of Halloween fun for families too. 

Opportunity Village transforms into a kid-friendly celebration with its annual HallOVeen event, featuring a magical forest filled with lights, games, mini rides, and trick-or-treat stations, perfect for younger children.

Another great option is visiting a local pumpkin patch, like Gilcrease Orchard, where families can pick pumpkins, enjoy fresh apple cider, and take part in seasonal activities like hayrides and corn mazes.

These events usually run throughout October and offer a more relaxed way to celebrate the spooky season with kids in tow.

Halloween Weekend Hotel Deals

Whether you’re here for the scares, the shows, or the all-night parties, you’re going to need a place to stay. Luckily, you’re in the right place. 

MGM Resorts is offering nightly food and beverage credits across several of its top properties, perfect if you’re planning to stay, dine, and party without leaving the hotel.

If you’re looking for a percentage discount instead, then:

If you prefer to avoid the Strip, and are looking for Downtown or off the Strip, then:

Halloween in Las Vegas

Whether you’re into haunted houses, live shows, costume parties, or just soaking up the madness on Fremont Street, Halloween in Las Vegas offers something for everyone.

It’s one of the most exciting times to visit the city, with no shortage of ways to celebrate, day or night. Just make sure to book your hotel early, plan your costumes, and leave room in your schedule for a few surprises.

Las Vegas doesn’t hold back, and Halloween is no exception.

Once you experience Halloween in Vegas, you’ll want to return for Christmas and NYE.