If you’re looking for fun yet spooky Halloween things to do, then Vegas will reward your greatly. From escaping haunted corn mazes to exploring the spookiest spots in the city, Sin City is a fantastic place to celebrate the much awaited holiday that gives us enough heebie-jeebies to last a lifetime. If you listen closely enough, you may even hear the cries of the unlucky souls who’ve just lost another game of poker at the local casino.
1. Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Imagine sitting in a hauntingly beautiful, dimly lit room while thousands of flickering candles surround a live string quartet playing iconic themes from Psycho and Halloween. It completely strips away the chaotic Vegas noise, leaving you wrapped in an elegant, spine-tingling atmosphere that feels almost magical. Securing a seat guarantees you the most aesthetic, chill-inducing night out on your feed.
2. Discovering King Tut’s Tomb
Trade the typical haunted house for an incredibly atmospheric descent into one of history’s most infamous, cursed burial sites. You’re completely immersed in the glow of ancient gold and the eerie silence of pharaohs, experiencing the rush of an archeological discovery firsthand. It’s a beautifully eerie escape from the modern world that history buffs and thrill-seekers are quietly obsessing over.
3. Real Bodies: A Journey Through the Human Experience
If you’re craving a morbidly fascinating psychological thrill instead of cheap jump scares, this raw look at genuine human anatomy is utterly captivating. Walking through these dramatic, dimly lit displays of preserved human bodies completely transforms how you view life and death. It’s an unforgettable, hauntingly grounded experience that will spark late-night conversations long after you leave.
4. Zombie Burlesque at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino
Step into a hilarious, delightfully gory alternate universe where undead bombshells deliver the sharpest comedy and sultry routines on the Strip. You get all the glitz of a classic Vegas cabaret, completely flipped on its head with interactive, zombie-themed camp that will leave you in stitches. It’s the ultimate chaotic energy you need this October, perfect for grabbing a drink and letting loose.
5. Mixology Masterclass Las Vegas | Cocktail Making Class at The Cabinet of Curiosities
Tucked away in an actual speakeasy filled with bizarre oddities, you’ll learn to craft devilishly good cocktails that smoke, bubble, and bite. You walk out not just with a slight buzz, but with serious bartending bragging rights to show off at your next Halloween house party. Grab your favorite drinking buddy, because these intimate sessions are the exact vibe shift you’ve been looking for.
6. Pay Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum a visit
Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum takes creepy to a whole new level. Expect to find furniture taken from haunted houses and the belongings of convicted serial killers as you pass through dark corridors and secret passageways. For $54 a ticket, you can get up close and personal with the original staircase from the Indiana “Demon House” which was infamous for its strong paranormal activity and ghostly happenings before it was demolished. Don’t forget to check out the Dybbuk Box, also known as the world’s most haunted object. This place was voted America’s nr. 1 haunted destination 4 years in a row – definitely deserves a spot on your Halloween things to do list.
7. Sphere of Fear
Watching the Vegas skyline get dominated by a 300-foot glowing jack-o’-lantern or a massive, bloodshot eyeball is a surreal, futuristic trip. The towering, custom-crafted spooky visuals light up the night, creating the ultimate chaotic backdrop for your evening plans. It’s massive, impossible to ignore, and entirely transforms the energy of the city after dark.
8. Have the fright of your life in a haunted corn maze
This one really isn’t for the faint-hearted. Located a 45-minute drive from the Strip, Moapa Valley Corn Maze offers one of the most terrifying activities to do in the area. As you venture through the labyrinth of fear at nightfall, the tall stalks of corn will rustle and the faint screams and cries of visitors that have come before you can be heard in the distance. Ghouls, goblins, clowns, zombies and more all lurk in the shadows, ready and waiting to jump out and give you the fright of your life. Some have a great adventure, some don’t make it through the first 5 minutes. Which one are you? Tickets are $16 for the maze only.
9. Have your mind blown at a magic show
What better way to ring in the spooky season than with an utterly bewitching magic show. From Mat Franco to David Copperfield, Vegas hosts some of the most illustrious magicians of our time, and there’s really no better city to catch them in than this one. The masters of magic defy the laws of logic and science and have us question reality all for our viewing pleasure. Prepare to be swooned by mystical spells, mind-blowing illusions, daring stunts and staggering visual effects that will have you wondering – did that just really happen?
Grab your tickets to some of the best magic shows in town here.
10. Drop in for a spell on a Halloween bar crawl
Swap out the candy for a selection of devilish drinks at a Halloween bar crawl this Halloween season. You’ll be provided with a wrist band that will get you delicious drink specials all night, and grant you free entry to a selection of cool bars and clubs. You can choose between their events on October 25, 26 and 31 or attend all three! Just make sure to pick up your wristband and meet your fellow bar hoppers during the registration time at Pinches Tacos before the fun begins.
Get your tickets to Trick or Drink Las Vegas Halloween Bar Crawl here.
📍Location: 707 East Fremont Street #5, Las Vegas, 89101-5615
11. Visit the most haunted spots in Sin City
Halloween in Las Vegas can be spent like any other time of year – placing your bets at the casinos, visiting iconic landmarks and partying until the early hours of the morning. But when All Hallows’ Eve approaches, there’s a strange, eerie feeling in the air, and many people like to explore the city’s most haunted spots.. From La Palazza Mansion to Hotel Apache, Vegas is full of haunted hot spots that people tend to frequent at Halloween time for a good fright. In fact, many TV shows that track paranormal goings-on have filmed in these locations while on the search for demons and spirits. Happy Haunting!
12. Check out America’s most haunted motel
Love clowns? Hate clowns? Either way, this is an interesting spot to visit. It features over 5,000 clowns, representing the largest private collection of clown figurines and memorabilia in the world. Rumors say, one of the clowns moves at night. Rooms are themed, so feel free to choose your favorite character…or the one that scares you the most. Go for Chucky, The Exorcist, Friday the 13th, Fear Unlimited, or other options. Prices start at just $80 per night, so it’s accessible for anyone who wants to spend the night. Visitors report creepy experiences especially in rooms 08, 111, 210, and 214. Hang around, and find out…
13. Check out Sphere’s Halloween costume contest at Sphere
The Wizard of Oz at Sphere offers three special showings where guests are encouraged to dress in costume and experience the Land of Oz in a whole new way. Fans of all ages can stroll the Yellow Brick Carpet and enjoy festive treats (no tricks). Tickets are available for this unique Halloween celebration while they last – check Sphere’s official website!
For more ideas, here’s the full Las Vegas Halloween line-up!
