Spooktacular Halloween Events in New Orleans: Your Ultimate Guide

New Orleans is the perfect city to celebrate Halloween with its rich history of the supernatural, eerie ghost stories, and festive spirit that takes over the entire city. Whether you’re seeking haunted houses, family-friendly events, or something thrillingly spooky, New Orleans has it all. Here's our guide to the best Halloween events in town!

Haunted Houses: The Mortuary 

If you’re a thrill-seeker, The Mortuary Haunted House should be on your bucket list during spooky season in New Orleans. This freakishly haunted house, set in an actual former funeral home, is one of the city's most haunted attractions. With terrifying actors and spine-chilling scenes, it’s an experience you won’t forget. Enter if you dare! 

Buy tickets and learn more here.

Boo Carré

Head down to the French Market for Boo Carré, a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration! Featuring spooky crafts, trick-or-treating, live music, and plenty of fun activities for the little ones, this event captures the whimsical side of Halloween.

This event takes place on Saturday, October 19th from 11am - 4pm. Learn more here.

Ghosts in the Oaks

Get ready for a spooky adventure at Ghosts in the Oaks in City Park. This annual event offers a magical experience for families, including trick-or-treating, hayrides, and Halloween-themed crafts. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a night under the oak trees in one of New Orleans' most beloved parks.

This event takes place October 17th - 20th at New Orleans City Park in the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park. Buy tickets and learn more here.

Immerse Yourself in the Dark Side of New Orleans

Are you ready to embark on a ghost-filled night of horror, here in New Orleans? Prepare yourself to discover the untold history of this ghost-filled city by signing up for a Yellow Fever Ghost Tour. Even the bravest ghost hunters and history buffs are shocked by the hauntings, murder, and scandal embedded in these streets. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, the city's paranormal side will leave you spellbound.

Buy tickets and learn more here.

Explore the Halloween Decorated City

Take a leisurely stroll down St. Charles Avenue and through the Garden District to witness some of the most jaw-dropping Halloween decorations. From towering skeletons to cobweb-covered mansions, the residents of New Orleans take their Halloween decorating seriously. It’s a hauntingly beautiful experience, perfect for a spooky selfie!

Take a Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to explore the Garden District and St. Charles Avenue. Buy tickets and learn more here.

Boo at the Zoo

Bring the family to Boo at the Zoo at the Audubon Zoo for a fun-filled day of Halloween festivities benefiting Children’s Hospital New Orleans. With trick-or-treating stations, games, and a haunted house designed for kids, this event is ideal for little ghouls and goblins who want to celebrate Halloween in a not-too-scary way.

This event takes place October 18th - 20th from 10am - 5pm at Audubon Zoo. Buy tickets and learn more here.

Brews and Boos

For those looking to combine Halloween fun with delicious local brews, Brews and Boos is an adult-only event and a must- do while in New Orleans for Halloween. Hosted at the New Orleans City Park, this event is the ultimate way to celebrate Halloween with beer tastings, live music, rides, and food vendors in a festive atmosphere.

This event takes place on October 25th from 8pm - 10pm at New Orleans City Park in the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park. Buy tickets and learn more here.

Spooky Party on the Mississippi River

The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Haunted Halloween Cruise is the spookiest party on the Mississippi River, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween in true New Orleans style! As you cruise along the mysterious waters, revel in an ambiance that sets the stage for a spook-tacular adventure. Indulge in a wickedly delightful Halloween Dinner, complete with tempting treats that will captivate your taste buds. Whether you’re there for the creepy cocktails or the epic costume contest, this cruise promises a night full of chills and thrills.

This event takes place on October 31st from 6pm - 9pm. Buy tickets and learn more here.

No matter your Halloween style—whether you're in it for the scares, the family fun, or the costume parties—New Orleans has an event for everyone. Don't forget to book a ghost tour with BigEasy.com for a truly haunting experience!