Orlando offers an almost endless choice of spooky fun for the kids and families to enjoy,
Halloween is a spook-tacular time to be Orlando, with many of the top scare events and attractions in the country, and while they are perfect for the adults, not so much for the little ones, so here we have brought together all the kid-friendly events thay the kids will love without getting scared.
We've compiled a list of all the family events that are taking place in Orlando to celebrate Halloween, and as we get closer to Halloween we'll keep adding all the latest things to do
KID-FRIENDLY THEME PARK EVENTS
Select Nights, August 9 - October 31, 2024
Delight in a spooky atmosphere and frightful fun at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. this spirited celebration takes place at Disney's Magic Kingdom, taking place on select evenings August 9 to October 31, 2024, from 7pm to midnight.
Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including exclusive shows, a spooktacular parade, explosive fireworks, your favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more.
New devious delights for 2024 include Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their brand-new neon spiderweb attire. Plus, be on the lookout for sinister sights! Spot more Disney villains across the park than ever before, and don't forget to journey over to Fairytale Garden to meet Mirabel and her special visitor Bruno Madrigal, making his first ever appearance at the party.
This limited-capacity, nighttime event allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, while enjoying themed food and beverage, exclusive merch and more.
To purchase tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/Halloween or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
August 9 - November 7, 2024
Celebrate spooky season with Minnie Mouse and her friends at this seasonal dining party. Minnie's Halloween Dine takes place daily at Hollywood & Vine within Hollywood Studios.
Minnie's Halloween Dine features lunch and dinner, with both the lunch and dinner buffet menu offering an array of salads and delicious chilled starters.
Entrees include roasted mushroom farro risotto, macaroni & cheese with shrimp and bacon, as well as protein selections featuring oven-roasted chicken, herb-crusted tenderloin steak, salmon and crispy pork belly. Make sure to save room for some show stopping desserts, including seasonal bread pudding, Mississippi mud pie and a variety of mini desserts!
Lunch and dinner is $63 per adult and $40 per child (ages 3 – 9).
Advance reservations are highly recommended. Same-day reservations can be made on a limited basis and are subject to availability.
Select Nights August 30 - November 3, 2024
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Florida is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares...
This year, Halloween Horror Nights 33 emerges from the fog in August, kicking off on its earliest date in the events history, taking place on 48 nights from August 30 through November 3, 2024.
So what should you expect from the popular after-hours event this year? HHN 33 includes10 terrifying haunted houses, five scare zones, and an entertaining live show, but is HHN suitable for kids?
Officially, Halloween Horror Nights is not recommended for anyone under the age of 13. That said, children under age13 are not restricted from the event, so you will see some kids at the event, but for most families, HHN is best left to the grwn-ups.
Multiple ticket options are available, including Single Night Tickets, R.I.P. Tours, Express Passes, and Unmasking the Horror Passes, with tickets including a 6 month Peacock premium subscription.
Single-Night Tickets for Halloween Horror Nights 33 start at $82.99 per person, but vary depending on date.
Select Dates, August 31 - November 3, 2024
SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular is back with fun surprises, candy, costumes and more!
Kids love trick-or-treating (with purchase of reusable bag) during this daytime event as they explore the decorated trail through Key West and around Dolphin Theater where they will meet colorful characters. and enjoy sweet surprises.
This year be sure to check out all the immersive family Spooktacular Festivities, includng the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, Halloween Storytime with Big Bird, Halloween Cookie Decorating, Scarecrow Halloween Dance Party, Halloween Kids Crafts, and more.
SeaWorld Spooktacular runs select days, August 31 - November 3, and is included with park admission.
Saturdays & Sundays, September 7 - November 3, 2024
At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Halloween Harvest takes place during regular park hours, and is included with park entry on Saturdays and Sundays from September 7 to November 3.
Halloween Harvest is a family-friendly event inviting guests to celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume parades and more during this family-friendly event.
Select Days, September 13 - October 27, 2024
Ready your souls for monstrous family fun as Brick-or-Treat bewitches LEGOLAND Florida Resort this Halloween season! Swoop into the spellbinding spirit with LEGO brick-bursting fireworks, ghoul-tastic shows and experiences, tidal waves of candy, wickedly delicious treats, and exclusive LEGO characters!
Select weekends this fall, the party kicks off as Monsters take over LEGOLAND and host the Halloween party of the year featuring: Live Entertainment & Shows, Limited-Time Attractions, Character Meet & Greets, Bricktastic Fireworks Shows, and of course, Trick-or-Treating!
Best of all, admission is included with day tickets, hotel packages, and select annual passes.
HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS FOR KIDS
Year Round Attraction
Mortem Manor is located at Old Town, Kissimmee. Are you ready to experience Orlando's only year-round haunted attraction? For little kids no way, but the attraction is suitable for children 13 and older.
Journey through Mortem Manor, two floors of an old victorian themed haunted attraction filled with scares, thrills and fun. Featuring live actors, animatronics and state-of-the-art special effects.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31, 2024
Experience an even bigger and spookier Haunting Nights in 2024! An artful Halloween experience featuring immersive worlds; great food and drink; fun fall-inspired experiences; and some unexpected surprises from the forest. A perfectly haunting night out at Leu Gardens for only for the older kids.
Watch out for Bigfoot on the swampy edges of Lake Rowena.
Make it through crazy clowns in the Crazy Carnival.
Enjoy hip-hop dancing aliens all night long.
Celebrate Dia de Muertos with a margarita and live music.
Brave the Minotaur in the Hedge Maze.
Hate spiders? Great... we have all sizes - even one that is 12 feet tall.
Meet a Gargoyle - flying through the treetops.
This event is recommended for guests 13 and up. For the little kids, read on for details on the kid-friendly spooky event also at Leu Gardens.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31, 2024
Gather the entire family and enter into exciting immersive worlds throughout Orlando’s Leu Gardens. Happy Frights in 2024 presents brand new immersive worlds with fun surprises!
Journey through a mysterious swamp with some larger-than-life wildlife.
Meet clowns in the Crazy Carnival.
Explore a hedge maze, and meet the Mad Hatter.
Enjoy hip-hop dancing aliens who have crash-landed in the gardens.
Beware of giant, deadly plants.
LIsten to live music at an even larger Dia de Muertos celebration.
Discover a realn of bubbling cauldrons inhabited by a 14’ tall witch.
and so much more, all while visiting 8 trick-or-treat stations along the way!
Happy Frights is a fun night out this fall for all the family, so definetly suitable for small kids.
Select Nights, October 4 - November 2, 2024
A Petrified Forest is a home grown community attraction, offering three intensely horrifying scare trails set in a genuinely spooky forest location covering around 2 acres, and is not recommended for little kids, but the popular halloween attraction offers for one day only, a kids day that is perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
Make-A-Wish Kid's Day offers family fun in the spooky sun for your little ones from 9 am - 12 pm. The event includes a trick or treat trail, bounce house, costume parade, games, prizes & more. All proceeds go towards Make-A-Wish of Northern & Central FL. heck back for confirmation of this year's date.
KID-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENTS
September 21 - October 31
Screamin' Green Hauntoween returns for spooky family fun! This event is CHALK-full of spooky happenings: a themed scavenger hunt, spook-tastic crafts, character photo ops, and more! Plus, every weekend enjoy trick-or-treat stations! There is so much to "BOO", you may never want to leave. ALL Included with general admission at Crayola Experience in The Florida Mall.
September 21 - October 27
Join us at Tampa Bay’s number one family Halloween event, Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa for a night of eerie family frights! Ghouls and goblins of all ages can enjoy howling outdoor experiences, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats, and much more!
Select Days, September 30 - November 3, 2024
The Wait is Over. Introducing Fun Spot’s FUNOWEEN Monster ‘Ganza! Get ready for a season full of monstrous fun! This brand-new seasonal event expands the Fun Spot brand within all three of our family-friendly parks with a refreshing approach to our Halloween offerings.
Funoween will feature unique and special events that cater to guests of all ages! In addition to our Trick-Or-Treating and Dance Party, guests are encouraged to come and participate in one of our many exciting activities during the Halloween season! Not only are these events included with admission, but they’re full of prizes as well!
Select Days, September 30 - October 27
A brand-new Junie B. Jones escapade, written just for families at Orlando Family Stage as a world-premiere production. The ever-lovable (yet quite a handful) Junie B. has a slight problem – she’s a bit afraid of Halloween! Are there real witches and monsters amongst the trick-or-treaters? Do bats really nest in your hair? What exactly is candy corn? However, before the big night, Junie B. plans to win all the games and prizes at the school carnival, hoping that will arm her with all the courage and bravery she needs.
Select Days, October 4 - November 3
Shiver me timbers! This October, prepare for a swashbuckling Halloween experience like no other as the all new “Pirates of the Haunted Seas” event invades SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium.
Running from October 4 through November 3, this spine-chilling event promises a treasure trove of thrills for the entire family.
Families with young buccaneers are invited to embark on a thrilling adventure of scales and scares throughout the aquarium, featuring meet-and-greets with Pirate Captain Sebastian, trick-or-treating opportunities, and educational stations that offer a glimpse into pirate lore and nautical history. Guests can also enjoy festive decorations that set the scene for an eerie, unforgettable experience.
Throughout weekdays, watch as aquarists dive underwater in the Indian Ocean Exhibit to carve up some pumpkins adding to the Halloween fun.
Saturdays and Sundays, October 5 - October 27
Get ready for a spooktacular time as our beloved family-favorite Halloween activity returns as a daytime event! Join us every Saturday and Sunday in October for an unforgettable Halloween experience filled with fun and excitement for all ages. Trick or treat at our treat stations, marvel at Halloween-themed decorations, and snap the perfect spooky photos. Enjoy the eerie ambiance with music and special performances that will leave you thrilled. Participate in engaging activities and, of course, visit your favorite Zoo animals dressed in your Halloween best!
Select Nights, October 11- 31, 2024
This October, Dinosaur World in Plant City invites you to their inaugural after-hours event, Jurassic Haunt!
Embark on a family-friendly adventure through themed scare zones, where excitement and enchantment await. Enjoy delightful bites and spirits as you explore, but remember – some things are better left buried… Are you brave enough to face the curse?
Jurassic Haunt: The Curse Unearthed! will feature scare zones, haunted train rides, bites, spirits, and, of course, a few surprises...
October 11, 2024
This kids' night out at Liberty Park 34420, 268 N Apopka Ave, Inverness is a unique, immersive experience that has never been seen in Citrus County before! Don your best family-friendly Halloween costume, and let’s get spooky as Lance Bass from NSYNC narrates his newest book, Trick or Treat on Scary Street -- and watch as the story comes to life right before your eyes! This event is free to the public and open to all ages. Costumes are encouraged (please ensure costumes are child-appropriate and leave any costume-weapons at home). A child-friendly dance party will take place after the story time.
Weekends, October 12 - 27
The popular Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween event is returning to the “Alligator Capital of the World” for its sixth year of spooky fun for all the family! The daytime event that is included with park admission is taking place over three weekends in October, from Oct. 12 through 27, 2024. Meet Gravedigger, Florida Bigfoot and Skunk Ape, and more. There is so much for all the family to enjoy this year at Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins, including a children’s Halloween costume parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. Plus, the entire family will enjoy fun shows, a live DJ, specialty vendors, games, photo-ops, candy giveaways, and more.
October 19
Join Halloween Fest on Sunday, October 19 from 11-3 pm at the Waterford Lakes Town Center! A fun trick-or-treating event with family-friendly businesses handing out candy and showcasing what they offer. When the candy runs out, don't forgot to enjoy the FREE balloon animals, crafts, temp tattoo scans, reptile petting zoo and more fun activities. Come dressed up as a family and you might win a prize!
October 25, 2024
Join The ice Factory in Kissimmee on Friday, October 25th from 7pm-10pm for our annual Boo Skate! Celebrate Halloween on the ice with spooky music from our DJ, interactive games, trick or treat stations, a costume contest, and of course, lots of ice skating fun. Don't miss out on this spooktacular event—it's going to be a scream! See you on the ice!
October 25
Join 10,000 plus people at this FREE trick or treating event in historic Downtown Kissimmee with road closures the safety of your children! Boo On Broadway is a beloved community event featuring trick-or-treating, costume contests, live entertainment, and local vendors.
Everyone can join a FREE Thriller Flash Mob with a street performance in the middle of "Boo on Broadway." FREE practices every Saturday in October at 421 Main Street, Downtown Kissimmee OR learn yourself online and join the performance on October 25, 2024 on E. Dakin in Kissimmee.
FREE parking at 205 E. Dakin or 92 E. Pleasant Street Costumes welcomed but not required! Arrive by 5:30pm for easy parking!
October 26, 2024
Mark your calendar for spooky family fun at Maitland's big Falloween event from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 26, in Independence Square. Carnival games. Prizes and candy. Kids costumes and a pet costume contest. A balloon artist, card reader, DJ, music, food and some new surprises.
October 26
Get ready for a spook-tacular fusion of anime and Halloween at Oviedo Mall's Animeween! Join us on Saturday, October 26th from 11 am to 6 pm for a day bursting with fun, fantasy, and frightful delights. Admission and parking are FREE, so bring all your friends and family to experience the magic.
October 26
Calling all ghosts and ghouls: it’s time for our annual Trick or Treat Safe Zone! Enjoy trick or treating throughout the History Center and the Orlando Public Library along with creepy crafts, candy, games, and more! Costumes encouraged but not required. Free admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
October 26
Embrace the Halloween spirit at the 5th Annual Promenade at Sunset Walk “Trunk or Treat” – a Kid’s Trick-or-Treating Event & Car Show! Bring the whole family for sweet treats, fun, and non-stop entertainment! Featuring over 2 dozen candy locations, PLUS candy distributed by show car drivers, live music by DJ K1X, street performers, over 30 unique restaurants, shops, and experiences, plus more than 100 show cars and trucks! FREE admission and FREE parking.
October 26
Your favorite soul-sucking sirens of Salem; Winifred, Sarah and Mary Sanderson, return in a brand-new theatrical rock concer at Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater! Now in its seventh season, Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret will cast a spell sure to have you singing, laughing and dancing ‘til you die. Family-friendly version October 26 (3 p.m. & 7 p.m.).
October 26
For Halloween, Avalon Park pull out all the stops and throw a family-friendly Spooktacular trick or treat in the heart of our hometown! Enjoy an evening of family Halloween fun, complete with Trick or Treating, Bounce Houses and more!
October 26, 2024
Aloma Bowl in Winter Park is bringing back its annual Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 26. Enjoy a frightful fun time from 1 - 3 pm,
Guests can sign up in advance to enter the car decorating contest. Every entry will have the chance to win the $150 prize for the best decorated vehicle. Anyone can attend this afternoon of games, music, candy, costumes and bowling pin decorating.
The events are free and open to the public. After the spooktacular fun, guests can head inside to check out the venues’ bowling, food and beverage and activities for all ages.
October 26, 2024
Airport Lanes in Sanford is bringing back its annual Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 26. Enjoy a frightful fun time from 4 - 6 pm,
Guests can sign up in advance to enter the car decorating contest. Every entry will have the chance to win the $150 prize for the best decorated vehicle. Anyone can attend this afternoon of games, music, candy, costumes and bowling pin decorating.
The events are free and open to the public. After the spooktacular fun, guests can head inside to check out the venues’ bowling, food and beverage and activities for all ages.
October 27
Get ready for a spine-chilling spectacle like no other! Pro Wrestling Action presents "MONSTER MASH 2" – The Spookiest Pro Wrestling Event of The Year! On October 27, 2024, brace yourselves for an incredible night of battles and hair-raising excitement at The Center of Deltona in Deltona, FL. This Halloween-themed event promises to deliver a monster-sized dose of thrills that will leave you on the edge of your seat! Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween outfits as we will be holding a special COSTUME CONTEST, with the winner receiving a special prize! This event is suitable for all ages!
October 31
Grab your little ghoul or goblin for a night of Halloween fun at Old Town. Celebrate the spookiest of holidays with free trick-or-treating, entertainment, and a costume contest. Free trick-or-treating is from 5 pm – 7 pm with candy stations throughout Old Town. (While Supplies Last) Costume Contest at 7 pm at the Old Town Stage, with entertainment throughout the night.
October 31 – November 2
Evermore Orlando Resort will have a variety of frightful fun events and ghoulish delights for Halloween including trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, and more for resort guests.
Meet beachside on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday October 31 – November 2 for the Monster Mash Pool Party and dive into the ultimate Halloween bash! Enjoy nonstop fun with a live DJ, games, prizes, and more. Games include Ghosts in the Graveyard, Mummy Wrap, Zombie Eyeball toss, and more.
October 31 – November 3
STRANGER SINGS! THE PARODY MUSICAL is a hilarious “upside down” take on the hit Netflix series - in all its campy 1980s glory. Join Mike, Eleven, Lucas, Dustin and the whole Hawkins gang for a night of adventure, thrills, pubescent angst, heavy synth, poor parenting, convoluted love triangles, cheap effects, dancing monsters and maybe, just maybe... justice for everyone’s favorite missing ginger, Barb Holland. Get tickets now for the show at Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater.
This show is suitable for families, but Dr Phillips Center have said that the show may contain mature content.
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