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Your Ultimate Dallas Halloween Guide: Haunted Houses, Zoo Nights & More

Halloween launches the holiday season with style. Slip into your favorite costume and gather the family for an evening of spooks and excitement.

 

Visit the Best Haunted Houses in Dallas Oct. 19 – Nov. 3. Dallas boasts a lineup of thrill‑seeking haunted houses that are not for the faint‑hearted. Expect high‑tech scares and meticulously designed sets. Highlights include Boneyard, honored by the Guinness World Records for its immersive experience, and Slaughter House, the longest‑running haunted attraction in Dallas County. Admission varies by venue; check the official event sites for dates, prices, and booking information.

Your Ultimate Dallas Halloween Guide: Haunted Houses, Zoo Nights & More

Halloween Nights at the Zoo Oct. 27 – 30, 5‑8 p.m. Invite the whole family to the Zoo for a Halloween‑themed night. Dress in your best costume and enjoy trick‑or‑treating at themed stations around the zoo. After collecting candy, kids can play in bounce houses, watch magic shows, and get face painting. Admission is $10 for ages three and older, which includes six candy coupons per guest for each paid admission.

 

Trick‑Or‑Treat at the Dallas Arboretum Oct. 28 – 30, 6‑9 p.m. Explore the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden during a special evening access and trick‑or‑treat event. Wander through the illuminated gardens on a flashlight tour, collecting candy along the way. General admission is $10, parking included.

 

Your Ultimate Dallas Halloween Guide: Haunted Houses, Zoo Nights & More

Movies in Main Street Garden: Hocus Pocus Oct. 29, 6 p.m. Pack blankets and lawn chairs for an outdoor screening of the classic Halloween film, Hocus Pocus, at Main Street Garden. Pets are welcome. Concessions, beverages, including beer and wine, will be available for purchase.

 

 

 


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