Halloween Fun at Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo

Get into the Halloween spirit at Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo! Stroll through dazzling lantern displays featuring glowing wildlife, colorful flowers, and larger-than-life creations inspired by nature. Keep an eye out for talking pumpkins and skeletons adding some spooky fun along the way! It’s a fun fall adventure for the whole family! Learn more and get tickets at Franklin Park Zoo

Kroc-o-Treat

Families looking for a festive, family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween are invited to The Salvation Army Boston Kroc Center’s annual Kroc-o-Treat, a free evening of seasonal stories, hands-on crafts, snacks and treats on Friday, Oct. 30, in Dorchester. The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at The Salvation Army Boston Kroc Center, 650 Dudley St. and is open to everyone at no cost. Children are encouraged to come in costume. Story and craft sessions begin every half hour, starting at 6 p.m. with “The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything” and a scarecrow craft, followed by “Meet October” and a pumpkin craft at 6:30 p.m., “Fletcher and the Falling Leaves” and a leaf collage at 7 p.m., and “Scaredy-Cat, Splat!” with a wooden cat craft at 7:30 p.m. The Salvation Army Boston Kroc Center, one of New England’s largest and most comprehensive nonprofit community centers, offers year-round youth programs, aquatics, social services and more for the Boston community. For details, visit bostonkroc.salvationarmy.org.

Ghostly Treats @ Top Shelf Cookies

Head over to this weekend for a treat, or try their boo box!

Halloween Eve Karaoke at dbar

Calling all monsters, witches, and karaoke lovers. Head to dbar in Dorchester on Friday, October 30th, for a night of spooky songs, costumes, and Halloween fun. Sing your heart out, then stick around for a special midnight drag performance by Binx. Plus, show off your best costume for a chance to win dbar gift cards. The festivities are hosted by Haus Boi by the Bay.

Pumpkin Spice Soft Serve Margaritas at Yellow Door

Pumpkin spice lovers, this one’s for you. Yellow Door Taqueria is celebrating Halloween and Day of the Dead weekend with a special Pumpkin Spice Soft Serve Margarita. The seasonal treat will be available at all three locations, including Dorchester, South End, and Mission Hill. A little pumpkin spice with a boozy twist.

McGonagle’s Halloween Party

McGonagle’s is hosting a very spooky Halloween party on Friday, October 31st starting at 10pm with live music.  No cover.  Prizes for best costumes!

Halloween Party at The Nightly

Head to The Nightly in Savin Hill on Friday, October 30th, from 7pm to midnight for a Halloween party featuring music by Brandon Wahlberg, a costume contest, and classic horror movies playing all night. Enjoy specialty cocktails, appetizers, and Halloween treats. The party is for adults only, and tickets are $20 per person.

Halloween Bash at Landmark Public House

Get your costumes ready! Landmark Public House is hosting a Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 31st, featuring a costume contest, pizza bar, and DJ spinning tunes from 9pm–2am! Special guest Katie Nolan, the 2026 “Mayor of Dorchester,” will be hosting the festivities. Grab your friends and celebrate Halloween at 772 Adams Street!<

The Chester Tavern Costume Contest

This Saturday at 7 PM, The Chester is pulling out all the stops! A $500 cash prize and Patriots tickets are just a few of the fun things they have in store for Best Costumes. More here!

Halloween Fun at BCYF Draper Pool

Make a splash this Halloween! BCYF Draper Pool is hosting a Spooky Swim on Saturday, October 31st, from 12–3pm! Girls ages 14 and under can enjoy swimming, sweets, and Halloween fun! A parent or guardian must accompany participants, and registration is required. Learn more here!

Boston Gaymers Halloween Party at Blend

Get ready for a night of costumes, games, and dancing at Blend for the annual Boston Gaymers Halloween Party on Saturday. Hosted by Missy Steak with a special performance by Misster, the night will feature gaming, candy, and a costume contest around 9pm. At 10pm, a local DJ takes over to keep the Halloween party going.