Boston is home to one of the oldest graveyards and haunted tales of the country. Halloween in Boston is the perfect time to enjoy these scary and spooky places. From pumpkin picking to haunted tours to wild parties, Boston offers the best Halloween experiences. If you visit Boston in October, make sure to pack your best costumes and check out the following list of events for your Halloween trip to Boston.
15 Most Spooky Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Boston
1. Pumpkin picking near Boston
sourceStart your Halloween celebrations by picking the best pumpkin. The pumpkin farms offer various options in shapes, size and colours for you to choose from. These farms also offer hayrides, fresh apple cider drinks, doughnuts, etc. Some of the sites feature live music, fun activities for children and animal petting areas where you have a great time with your family. The best time to go pumpkin picking for Halloween in Boston would be from mid-September through October.
Here is a list of the best pumpkin farms near Boston: a. Boston Hill Farm b. Connors Farm c. Parlee Farms and many more
2. Pumpkin Carvin’ Party at Loretta’s Last Call
sourceIt's time to use your creative & artistic skills and carve the best Jack-o-lantern for this Halloween in Boston. Loretta’s hosts an annual pumpkin carving contest with exciting prizes for the best pumpkin. The contest tickets include a pumpkin, a carving kit, pumpkin beer and toasted seeds (15 USD). Besides carving the Jack-o-lanterns, this place also features live country music, karaoke nights, cocktails and a variety of delicious chicken feasts during Halloween.
Timings: 4 PM - 2 AM (Monday-Friday) 11 AM - 2 AM (Saturday-Sunday) Location: 1 Landsdowne St, Boston, MA 02215, USA
3. Shop the Perfect Halloween Costume
sourceCannot decide what costume to wear for Halloween in Boston? No worries! Head to the Garment District to find your perfect costume. This place has all the fantastic costumes from classy and retro to vintage to witches' monstrous looks. Find your perfect fit, and get ready to roll for the Halloween party.
Timings: 11 AM - 8 PM (Sunday-Friday) 9 AM - 8 PM (Saturday) Location: 200 Bdwy Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
4. Halloween at the Franklin Zoo
sourceThe historic Franklin Zoo in Boston has different animals ranging from lions, tigers, gorillas, monkeys, giraffes and more. Around Halloween, this park hosts the ZooHowl event, where the kids can enjoy fun puppet shows and activities while gazing at their favourite animals. The popular points of interest are the stunning lights decor with Asian lanterns, vibrant flower gardens, a haunted maze and a giant walk through the 66-foot shark tunnel. Make sure to book your tickets in advance before they are sold out.
Location: 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121, USA
5. Party at the Alibi’s Halloween Mask-querade
sourceLiberty Hotel located in the heart of the city hosts Alibi’s Masquerade Party on Halloween Nights. Pair your most ghostly Halloween outfit with a unique mask for this theme party. The party features live DJs, premium cocktails and Italian inspired cuisines. Exciting prize awards are given to the scariest and most creative masks of the night.
Tickets: 169 USD - 700 USD Location: 215 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
sourceGo frightseeing this Halloween in Boston at the ‘Witch Capital’ of Salem. The Haunted Happenings is known for the historical Salem Witch Trials of 1692. You can explore the haunted houses, 3D wax museum and old burying points or watch the silent horror shows and witch’s parade during Halloween. At the end, don’t forget to buy souvenirs from the on-site shopping stalls to take back home.
Location: 81 Washington St, Suite 204, Salem, MA 01970, USA
7. Go Trick-or-Treating in Boston
sourcePartake in the Halloween trick-or-treat traditions to have a unique experience. You can go trick-or-treating in the neighbourhoods or the popular historic locations decorated in their Halloween best like Beacon Hill, Back Bay, etc. You can also attend Prudential Center'sPru Boo’ event before Halloween, where families trick-or-treat to help the unprivileged kids and their families. The event also features face painting, magic shows and concerts for the kids.
Location: 800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199, USA
8. Go Ghost Hunting at Witch’s Woods
sourceAre you brave enough to enter the Witch’s Woods? Witness the most haunted and creepy sightings of the zombies and ghosts howling in the woods. Stay Alert! The zombies are hiding in the dark, waiting for the right moment to make you scream. The Witch’s Woods features attractions that include the Haunted Hayride, Castle Morbid, Horrorwood Chamber of Chills, Jackolantern Jamboree and Vampire Passage.
Tickets: 34 USD per head (Children under ages 6 are not allowed) Location: 79 Powers Rd, Westford, MA 01886, USA
9. Join the Doggone Halloween Parade
sourceDowntown Boston hosts the annual Doggone Halloween Parade, where you can watch a parade of dogs in Halloween costumes or participate with your own furry little friend. There’s nothing more fun than watching the adorable pups walking the parade, wagging their cute little tails. Participation in the parade is free, and prizes are awarded to the scariest, most creative and best dog and human duo costumes.
Location: Downtown Crossing, 9 Summer St, Boston, MA 02108, USA
10. Visit the Omni Parker House
sourceBuilt in the 19th century, The Omni Parker House is one of the oldest hotels in Boston and is said to be haunted. During Halloween, many ghost tours make a stop here. Glimpses of certain paranormal activities and men from the colonial era are said to be seen here. If you are interested to know more, then you should definitely visit this hotel.
sourceGear up to celebrate one of the best Halloween parties at the Faneuil Hall. Boston's Official Halloween Pub Crawl hosts a 3-day fest that tours the Hard Rock Cafe, Mija Cantina, Howl at the Moon, Wild Rover and many more pubs. Get dressed in your Halloween best to celebrate the wildest parties with the best drinks to sip in Boston.
Location: Faneuil Hall, 4 S Market St, Boston, MA 02109, USA
12. Get Spooked out at Barrett's Haunted Mansion
sourceBarrett’s Haunted Mansion is the most popular spot for Halloween in Boston. The Mansion features the scariest horror shows, from classics to modern-day terror. Be it a child or an adult; Barrette will not fail to make you scream hard. Along with the exciting horrors, the place also offers a special menu from the Abington Ale House.
Tickets: 30 USD per head Location: 1235 Bedford St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
13. Take Part in Ghosts and Gravestones Tour
sourceHop on the Trolley Tour to explore the darkest secrets of Boston. The nightly 90-minute tour takes you around the scariest haunted murder locations with horrifying tales of the 400-year old burial grounds, executions and paranormal activities around Boston. The tour runs all year round, but Halloween is the best time to explore these ghoulish locations.
Tickets: 40 USD per adult Location: Tour starts from Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 200 Atlantic Ave, State St, Boston, MA 02109, USA
14. Take a Tour Around Beacon Hill
source Like the Gravestones Tour, Beacon Hill hosts a walking tour called the ‘Beacon Hill with a Boo’. You will learn about the thrilling mysteries, murder tales, and all about the city’s witches while walking through the dark streets on this tour. Besides the dreadful locations, you will also get a glimpse of the gorgeous historic homes, and cobblestone streets decked up in spooky decorations for Halloween in Boston.
Location: Boston, MA 02108, USA
15. Enjoy a delectable brunch at The Beehive
sourceThe Beehive is famous for its bohemian style eatery and bar in Boston. This restaurant features the funkiest and instagrammable interiors with live jazz music. During Halloween, the restaurant serves the most sumptuous meals having unique names like Bloody Marys and Blood Sausages. Come and have the spookiest brunch experiences at the Beehive.
Location: 541 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Boston offers the ultimate Halloween experience to the visitors. Fun celebrations, unique costumes, creative decor and crazy screams are what you can expect from Boston’s Halloween.
