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Halloween Brisbane: Ghosts, Candlelight and Chills

Book Halloween experiences in Brisbane, from ghost tours to candlelight concerts.

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Halloween plans in Brisbane

The most booked Halloween experiences in Brisbane. Book now.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics - Gold Coast
The Imperial Hotel

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics - Gold Coast

★ 4.9 (25) · 31 Oct
Haunted Halloween candlelight concert at the Gold Coast's iconic Imperial Hotel.
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Toowoomba Murder Mystery: Solve the case! tickets - Toowoomba
142 Margaret St

Toowoomba Murder Mystery: Solve the case! tickets - Toowoomba

Sit down, read the clues, catch a killer. Murder mystery in Toowoomba.
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Brisbane Ghost Hunt Game: Stories of a Haunted City! - Brisbane
Russell Street, Brisbane

Brisbane Ghost Hunt Game: Stories of a Haunted City! - Brisbane

Follow Brisbane's darkest stories on foot through the haunted Russell Street precinct.
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Candlelight Halloween - Brisbane
Saint John's Anglican Cathedral

Candlelight Halloween - Brisbane

★ 4.8 (210) · 30 Oct - 31 Oct
Live Halloween classics performed by candlelight inside Saint John's Anglican Cathedral.
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Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour (Brisbane) Tickets
Church St and Wickham St, Fortitude Valley

Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour (Brisbane) Tickets

★ 4.8 (29)
Guided ghost tour through Fortitude Valley's colonial streets starting at Church St.
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Quiz Room Brisbane - Tickets
Grand on Ann

Quiz Room Brisbane - Tickets

★ 4.6 (27)
Halloween-themed quiz night at Grand on Ann. Test your knowledge under pressure.
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Goodna Cemetery Haunted History Tour (Ipswich) Tickets
Goodna Cemetery

Goodna Cemetery Haunted History Tour (Ipswich) Tickets

★ 4.3 (7) · 11 Sep - 26 Feb
After-dark cemetery tour through Goodna's historic and reputedly haunted grounds.
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Why Brisbane for Halloween

Real haunted locations

Ghost hunts and cemetery tours take you inside Brisbane's genuinely eerie historic sites after dark.

Candlelight and atmosphere

Saint John's Cathedral glows with Halloween classics played live by flickering candlelight.

Games, puzzles, mysteries

Prison escapes, quiz rooms and murder mysteries keep groups busy all Halloween night.

Halloween FAQ

When is Halloween 2026 in Australia?
Halloween falls on Friday 31 October 2026. Because it lands on a Friday, expect events across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and other cities to run across the full weekend from 30 October.
Is Halloween a public holiday in Australia?
No, Halloween is not a public holiday in Australia. It is a cultural celebration. Most events are held on the evening of 31 October, with some venues in Perth, Adelaide and Gold Coast running weekend-long programmes.
What can I do for Halloween in Sydney and Melbourne?
Both cities have a strong Halloween scene. Sydney hosts haunted experiences, bar crawls, and rooftop parties. Halloween in Melbourne typically includes immersive theatre nights, warehouse parties, and candlelight events at historic venues.
Are there Halloween events for kids in Australia?
Yes. Family-friendly Halloween events run in most cities, including Brisbane, Adelaide and Sydney. Look for daytime trick-or-treat trails, costume parades, and pumpkin-carving workshops rated for all ages.
What should I book in advance for Halloween?
Haunted houses and immersive horror experiences sell out first, especially in Sydney and Melbourne. Ticketed Halloween parties and candlelight dinners also fill up quickly. Booking two to three weeks ahead is a safe move.
Is there anything Halloween-related on the Gold Coast?
Yes. Halloween on the Gold Coast has grown noticeably in recent years. Expect themed nights at Surfers Paradise venues, family events at local precincts, and haunted walk experiences as 31 October approaches.
Do Australians celebrate Halloween?
Increasingly, yes. Participation has grown each year, particularly in cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Costume sales, suburban trick-or-treating, and organised Halloween events are now a mainstream part of late October.
How do I find Halloween events near me in Australia?
Use the city selector on this page to browse Halloween events in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide or Gold Coast. Filter by date or category to find the right experience and book tickets directly.

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Halloween in Brisbane

Halloween in Brisbane hits different when you trade the house party for a ghost hunt through the CBD or a candlelight concert inside a sandstone cathedral. The city's colonial architecture and genuinely dark history make Halloween Brisbane more than a costume parade. From Fortitude Valley's haunted streets to a real cemetery tour in Goodna, the options here are grounded in actual stories.

If scares aren't your thing, halloween brisbane still delivers. Lock-in escape rooms at Grand on Ann, a murder mystery in Toowoomba, or a quiz night keep the evening fun without the fright. Gold Coast's Imperial Hotel even joins the lineup with its own haunted candlelight show. Pick one plan or stack a few. Either way, October 31 in Brisbane is sorted.

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