September 8, 2025

Orlando’s Extensive 80-Day Halloween Celebration

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Orlando is gearing up for an extensive Halloween celebration lasting 80 days, featuring events for all ages. Highlights include Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, and various community activities. The city will host horror conventions, themed performances, and family-friendly events across multiple venues, ensuring that locals and visitors alike can partake in the spooky festivities. This celebration promises to offer a diverse array of immersive experiences that cater to every interest and age group.

Orlando is set to host an extensive Halloween celebration spanning 80 days, from late August to early November, featuring numerous events tailored for all ages. The celebration will include the largest horror convention in the United States, extensive holiday activities at major theme parks, interactive trick-or-treat trails, and various horror-themed performances. The diversified offerings aim to create immersive and enjoyable experiences across the region.

Spooky Theme Park Events

One of the highlights of this long Halloween celebration will be the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort, which will run from August 15 to October 31. This event will feature exciting entertainment options such as a new dance party themed around “Zombies 4,” the return of the popular “Hocus Pocus” Villain Spelltacular, and an interactive Trick-or-Treat Trail designed for families.

At the Universal Orlando Resort, Halloween Horror Nights will be in full swing from August 29 to November 2, spanning 48 thrilling nights. Attendees can expect 10 new haunted houses, including chilling themes based on “Terrifier” and “Friday the 13th,” along with frightening scare zones and thrilling live performances.

Additionally, SeaWorld Orlando offers three Halloween-themed events: the SeaWorld Spooktacular on weekends from August 30 to November 2, ideal for younger guests; Howl-O-Scream, running from September 5 to November 1, featuring haunted houses; and the Howl-O-Sprint on October 2—a nighttime 5K race with spooky themes. The LEGOLAND Florida Resort will also participate in the festivities with its Brick or Treat Presents Monster Party from September 20 to November 2, featuring themed shows and character meet-and-greet opportunities.

Family-Friendly Activities and Scares Beyond Theme Parks

Beyond theme parks, the community is embracing the Halloween spirit with various family-friendly activities. At Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs, the venue will be transformed into a whimsical Halloween bar featuring themed bites and drinks throughout October. Meanwhile, the Haunted Mangoni will offer Haunted Mansion-themed décor and special menu items until October 31.

The Screamin’ Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience runs from September 20 to October 31, providing themed activities and crafts for children. The immersive A Petrified Forest experience will take place during select nights from October 3 to November 1 with eerie haunted trails and live theater. Additionally, the Vampirates dinner show at Pirates Dinner Adventure will entertain families from September 25 to October 31, and the Villatel Orlando Resort will host Halloween-themed weekends featuring a variety of activities, including movie nights.

Other local festivities like Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts and Goblins will be available on weekends from October 11 to 26, showcasing live performances and costume parades.

Horror Conventions and Music

The festival will also include Spooky Empire, one of the largest horror conventions in the U.S., scheduled for October 31 to November 2, where visitors can meet celebrity guests and enjoy themed screenings. The Halloween Velvet Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel will feature live performances and costume contests on October 30.

Performing Arts Events

Throughout October, the Dr. Phillips Center will feature diverse performances including “Walking with Ghosts” by Amy Bruni, a 50th Anniversary screening of “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and “Little Shop of Horrors” from October 23 to November 2.

Thrilling Experiences

For adults looking for a unique experience, the Nosferatu event will offer an adult-themed vampire experience on select dates from September 5 to November 8. The annual Vampire Ball hosted by Cocktails & Screams on October 30 will feature specialty drinks, while the Orlando Zombie Crawl from October 31 to November 1 promises drink specials and costume contests across various local bars.

Lastly, the Halloween festivities in Orlando will include community events such as the Once Upon a Halloween potion walk on October 4, the Milk Mart Spooky Soiree on October 5, and the annual Gothic Market on October 11 that celebrates folklore-inspired art and decor, as well as Zombietoberfest Days on October 11-12 with family-friendly activities and live music in the Audubon Park area.

This extensive Halloween celebration in Orlando promises something for everyone, ensuring a festive and memorable experience in the city.

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