October in Galveston means more than beach walks and seafood. The city transforms into a hub for Halloween fun, with haunted tours, ghostly encounters, costume parades, and family-friendly fall festivals. Whether you are looking for spooky thrills or festive activities, here’s what to plan for Galveston Halloween 2025.
Haunted and Halloween Events in Galveston
Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Daiquiri Time Out
Step into the shadows at Black Lagoon, a creepy cocktail pop-up inside Daiquiri Time Out (DTO) from now through November 2. Enjoy eerie drinks, moody decor, and a macabre atmosphere perfect for horror fans. Costumes are encouraged.
Ghost Coast Festival (October 17–19)
This three-day festival celebrates all things paranormal with ghost tours, psychic readings, and haunted pub crawls in Galveston’s historic Strand district. The festival ends with family-friendly ghost walks on Sunday.
Boo Fest (October 25)
Downtown Galveston transforms into a Halloween carnival at Saengerfest Park. Bring the kids for trunk-or-treating, a costume parade, and spooky family fun featuring local Krewes from Mardi Gras Galveston.
Dia De Los Muertos Fall Fiesta (October 25)
Celebrate life, death, and culture at the Day of the Dead festival hosted by LULAC Council #151. The event features music, food, and colorful altars honoring loved ones from 1 to 9 p.m. near the Old County Courthouse.
Haunted Places and Ghost Tours in Galveston
The Grand Galvez
Known as the Queen of the Gulf, this historic hotel is said to be haunted by the Ghost Bride of Room 501. Join one of the Grand Galvez ghost tours with the Ghostess of Galveston, Melissa Hall, to hear the legend firsthand.
Galveston Historical Foundation Tours
From Haunted Harbor Tours to Galveston Ghost Stories at the Menard House, these immersive tours explore the island’s haunted past, including pirates, plagues, and more.
Ghost Tours of Galveston
Choose from chilling experiences such as the Strand Ghost Tour, Cemetery Ghost Tour, and Restless Spirits Tour. These tours are perfect for anyone looking to uncover Galveston’s darker side.
Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
Led by historians, these tours mix paranormal stories with real history and include a stop through the city’s old Red Light District for a scandalous twist.
Plan Your Spooktacular Stay
Whether you are chasing ghosts or enjoying family-friendly fall fun, Galveston Halloween 2025 offers something for everyone.
