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Spooky season has arrived in the 305, with Miami morphing into a mash-up of haunted house frights, costume-clad nightlife, and tropical weirdness you won’t find anywhere else, period.
If you’re chasing jump scares, dog costumes, or waterfront witchcraft, Miami always celebrates with flair (and plenty of fog machines). From Gothic glitz in the Grove to scary carnivals and family-friendly haunts, here are ten of the best Halloween happenings in Miami this year, listed in chronological order by opening date.
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Horrorland Scream Park at Jungle Island
If you crave Hollywood-level production, Horrorland Scream Park delivers pure nightmare fuel. With five haunted houses, scare zones, carnival-style games, themed food and drinks, and a coffin bar, it’s no wonder this attraction has become a Miami Halloween favorite. 7:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays through October 31, at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Tr., Miami; 305-400-7000; jungleisland.com.Tickets cost $34.99 to $74.99 via thehorrorland.com.
House of Horror Haunted Carnival at Miami International Mall
The infamous carnival sprawls across 100,000 square feet inside an old Sears store, with five haunted houses and two outdoor scare zones. Between screams, hit the rides — including the terrifying Scarecoaster — then unwind with carnival bites and brews from Cervecería La Tropical. Equal parts fear and fun, it’s the region’s ultimate haunted playground. 6 to 11 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, and 6 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays through November 2, at Miami International Mall, 1455 NW 107th Ave., Doral; 305-593-1775. Tickets cost $39 via houseofhorrorcarnival.com.
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Haunted Birdhouse Hunt at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Fairchild’s first-ever Haunted Birdhouse Hunt sends visitors along its lush trails to find 13 haunted birdhouses inspired by ghostly Florida folklore. Solve riddles, uncover clues, and learn strange legends along the way. On weekends, kids (and crafty adults) can decorate their own birdhouses to take home. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Friday, October 31, at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables; 305-667-1651; fairchildgarden.org. Admission included with park admission ($24.95 for adults and $11.95 for children ages 3 to 11).
Halloween Haunted Trails at Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park
For old-school scares under the stars, head to North Miami’s Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park for its annual Haunted Trails. This city event turns the tranquil park into a forest full of live scare actors, creepy scenes, and jump scares. 7 to 11 p.m., Friday, October 24, at Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park, 1725 NE 135th St., North Miami; northmiamifl.gov. Admission is free.
Yappy Hour: Halloween Edition at National Hotel
Halloween’s gone to the dogs at the National Hotel’s Halloween Yappy Hour. Bring your pup in costume for a canine catwalk, photo ops, and cocktails for a cause — proceeds benefit no-kill shelter Paws4You. The hotel keeps the spirit going all weekend with Movie Night Under the Stars on October 30, featuring Practical Magic, and Witching Hour at Bar1939 on Halloween night with live music and spooky-themed cocktails. 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 29, at National Hotel, 1677 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-532-2311; nationalhotel.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
Nevermore Academy at Regatta Grove
Step into the shadows this Halloween weekend as Regatta Grove transforms into a haunting world inspired by Gothic mystery. Return to Nevermore is a chilling celebration where Wednesday Addams would feel right at home. Immerse yourself in dark décor, sip themed cocktails, and revel in spine-tingling vibras under the moonlight. Expect live entertainment, DJs, and Halloween surprises lurking at every turn. 4 p.m. Thursday, October 30, and Friday, October 31, at Regatta Grove, 3415 Pan American Dr., Miami; 305-707-4667; regattagrove.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
Alice in WonderGrove in Downtown Coconut Grove
Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice in WonderGrove, a free Halloween experience that transforms Coconut Grove into a storybook spectacle. Trick-or-treat stations, live performances, and costumed characters fill the streets, with a theatrical performance by playwright Brandon Urrutia. It’s one of the city’s best kid-friendly events, but plenty of adults will find themselves grinning like the Cheshire Cat, too. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, October 31, near Main Hwy. and Grand Ave., Coconut Grove; coconutgrove.com. Admission is free.
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Halloween Block Party on Lincoln Road
The Lincoln Road Halloween Block Party draws thousands of costumed characters every year for one of Miami Beach’s most beloved traditions. Early in the evening, families enjoy trick-or-treating, but once the sun sets, the promenade becomes a pulsating catwalk of ghouls, glam, and glitter for adults only. 5 p.m. Friday, October 31, along Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; lincolnroad.com. Admission is free.
HalloWyn 2025 at Wynwood Marketplace
No Miami Halloween list is complete without HalloWyn, the city’s largest and loudest Halloween block party. The 12th-annual edition takes over Wynwood Marketplace with DJs, open-air bars, art installations, and a crowd of thousands in costumes ranging from cute to provocative to “only-in-Miami.” Grab a complimentary drink if you’re among the first 500 to RSVP, or go big with an open bar ticket. 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., Friday, October 31, at Wynwood Marketplace, 2250 NW Second Ave., Miami; wynwood-marketplace.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
Haunted Mansion at Biscayne Bay Brewing
Inside one of Miami’s most historic buildings, Biscayne Bay Brewing brings back its Haunted Mansion bash on Halloween. Explore a haunted walkthrough before heading up to the third-floor taproom, which will be decked out in eerie elegance. Expect costume contests, craft beers, spooky cocktails, and a $75 open bar option. The setting — Miami’s original post office — adds a unique, old-world creep factor to the festivities. 8 p.m. Friday, October 31, at Biscayne Bay Brewing, 100 NE First Ave., Third Floor, Miami; 305-418-0179; biscaynebaybrewing.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
