Don’t wait till the last minute to make your Halloween plans. Get your costume ready and head to one of these fun, spooky events happening around town this month. (This list is for adults; if you're looking for family-friendly events, see our roundup at tucne.ws/spookykids.)
Star Kabisch pours a Tower Station IPA for a patron at Velvet Cowboy, 177 N. Church Ave.
Ghost Tours at Old Tucson
Old Tucson, which is said to be haunted, is hosting 90-minute ghost tours.
When: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Wednesdays in October
Where: Old Tucson, 201 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $31.71
Nightfall
Nightfall at Old Tucson is back for another year with scare zones, haunted mazes, stunt shows and live entertainment.
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When: Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 31
Where: Old Tucson, 201 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $37 and up
Haunted Hotel Tours
On this 30-minute walking tour, you’ll explore Hotel Congress’ scary secrets, including the lady of the staircase, the Victorian gentleman in Room 214 and other ghosts.
When: Fridays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at noon and 1 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 for adults and $10 for kids
The Slaughterhouse
Tucson's haunted house, The Slaughterhouse, is open for another year of scares with ghouls, butchers, chainsaws and clowns.
When: Runs Thursdays-Sundays through Nov. 1.
Where: The Slaughterhouse, 1102 W. Grant Road
Cost: $20 and up
Guests stream into the Slaughterhouse.
Dark Circus - Festival of Fools
Desert Goth Club is hosting this medieval festival that features live music, an oddities market, jesters and sirens. Come dressed in your best Renaissance outfit.
When: Market starts at 5 p.m. and music at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10 for advance tickets and $12 on the day of.
Ghosted! By Roz Hernandez
Roz Hernandez is bringing her queer comedy paranormal podcast to Tucson. At this event, patrons are encouraged to share their scariest ghost stories for a chance to win a prize.
When: 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23
Where: IBT’s, 616 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $37.05
Sinners Juke Joint Party
Old Tucson is throwing an immersive evening inspired by the movie “Sinners.” Expect live music, food, drinks and fun. Come dressed in your best southern-gothic costume.
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23
Where: Old Tucson, 201 S. Kinney Road
Cost: $81.88
Nightmare on Congress Street
This big bash at Hotel Congress features two costume contests, vendors, live music and drink specials.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Get in the Halloween spirit and enjoy a candlelight concert where musicians will play all kinds of spooky music like “Thriller” by Michael Jackson and the “Ghostbusters” theme.
When: 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24
Where: Scottish Rite Cathedral, 160 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: Tickets start at $39
Goth Clothing and Halloween Costume Exchange
Need a costume or need to get rid of one? Head to this clothing exchange where you can get some spooky new-to-you items.
When: 5-8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25
Where: Mr. Heads Gallery, 513 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free. This is a 21+ event.
Bloodlust: A Vampiric Rave
Come dressed in vampire attire and enjoy performances, live music, a tattoo booth, a photo booth and more.
When: 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25
Where: Brick Box Brewery, 220 E. Broadway
Cost: $15 for advance tickets and $20 on the day of.
Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun
This queer Halloween cabaret will have live music, dance performances, burlesque and more.
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28
Walking under the arches at La Rosa in the former Benedictine Monastery chapel.
Where: La Rosa, 800 N. Country Club Road.
Cost: $25.45
Adult Night Costume Contest at Skate County
Show off your skating skills and your cool costume at this event.
When: 8-10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: Skate Country, 7980 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $6 admission and $5 skate rental. This is an 18+ event.
Halloween Baddie Bash II: Return of the Baddies
This Halloween party will feature live music, a costume contest and lots of dancing.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Brick Box Brewery, 220 E. Broadway
Cost: $11.20
Masque-RAVE: A Devil’s Night Ball
Celebrate Halloween early at this dance party. Expect live dj sets, a costume contest, vendors, cabaret and more.
When: 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $12 for advance tickets and $15 on the day of.
Znora Halloween Party
This rock party will feature live music, food trucks, vendors and costume prizes.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $10
Night of the Living Glam: Till Death Do Us Party
This Halloween, the Treasury 1929 is hosting a party that includes cocktails, dancing and performances. Costumes are encouraged.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: The Treasury 1929, 2 E. Congress St.
Cost: $20
Monster Mass
Need Halloween plans? Head to La Rosa for a party featuring live music, costume contests, a photo booth, tarot and more.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: La Rosa, 800 N. Country Club Road.
Cost: $20
Totally Hot Halloween
Expect drink specials, costume contests and DJ sets.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 for advance tickets and $20 on the day of the party. This event is for ages 21 and up.
The Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Grab your friends, put on your costume and get ready to drink some creepy cocktails at this bar-hopping event.
When: 4-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Check in at Highwire Lounge, 30 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost: $20 for single tickets and $15 for group tickets
It’s Alive! 2000s Horror Night
R Bar will be throwing the ultimate 2000s-themed Halloween party featuring a costume contest and creepy cocktails.
When: 7 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: R Bar, 350 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend. This is a 21+ event.
Velvet Cowboy Halloween Party
New bar Velvet Cowboy is hosting its first Halloween party. Expect go-go dancers, Jell-O shots and a costume contest.
When: 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31
Where: Velvet Cowboy, 177 N. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend. This is a 21+ event.
Jamie Donnelly is the editor of #ThisIsTucson. Contact her via e-mail at jdonnelly@tucson.com
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