All the Spooky, Scary, Tricksy Halloween Fun on O‘ahu
Spooky season is on. Here’s where you can chase ghosts, pick pumpkins, scream your head off or parade your fabulous costume.
October is here, bringing all things Halloween and spooky. Whether you have a sweet tooth or a need for chicken skin, you’ll find something to scream about in this roundup of haunted houses, pumpkin patches, spine-chilling tours and more. Check back for more Halloween events throughout the month.
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Mysteries of Hawai‘i Ghost Tours
Various days and times, now through Oct. 31
We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui’s Mysteries of Hawai‘i ghost tours. Though they run all year, the terrifying tours are especially popular during the month of October. Check out the Ghosts of Old Honolulu Tour, Waikīkī Night Marchers Ghost Tour and Honolulu’s Haunted Crime Tour. Just don’t expect any scare tactics or any funny business—whatever happens on the tour is real, err, supernatural.
$40, various locations, mysteries-of-hawaii.com, @mysteriesofhawaii
SEE ALSO: Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals on O‘ahu
Photo: Courtesy of Waimanalo Country Farms
Waimānalo Country Farms’ Fall Harvest Festival
Sept. 28 through Nov. 9, weekdays 1 to 4:30 p.m., weekends 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., last car in at 4 p.m.
The annual pumpkin patch is back at this beloved family-run farm. Aside from picking pumpkins, you can also take hayrides (and selfies) in the sunflower fields, sip on sweet tea, shop at the country market for fresh corn and so much more.
Family-friendly, from $7 for keiki and $12 for adults, children 2 years old and under are free, 41-225 Lupe St., Waimānalo, waimanalocountryfarms.com, @waimanalocountryfarms
SEE ALSO: We Tried It: Waimānalo Country Farms’ Fall Harvest Festival
Photo: Courtesy of Universal Pictures – Psycho
Hitchcocktober
Oct. 2, 16, 23, 30, 31, 4 and 7 p.m.
Alfred Hitchcock’s most iconic movies return to the big screen for October. Catch the suspenseful films North by Northwest, The Trouble With Harry, Strangers on a Train and Psycho at Kāhala.
$17.75, Consolidated Theatres Kāhala, 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., consolidatedtheatres.com, @consolidatedhi
SEE ALSO: Our Favorite Ghost Stories About Haunted Places on O‘ahu
Photo: Courtesy of Paramount Pictures – The Ring
Horror Fest
Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 31, 7 p.m.
Consolidated Theatres is bringing the screams to the big screen with showings of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Ring, Wes Craven’s New Nightmare, Halloween and Psycho.
$17.75, Consolidated Theatres Ward, Mililani and Pearlridge, consolidatedtheatres.com, @consolidatedhi
Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person
Oct. 3, 5, 27, 31, 2 to 4 p.m., and Nov. 2, 7 to 9 p.m.
This dark comedy follows Sasha, a young vampire who is too empathetic to kill humans. After being cut off by her parents, she must learn to hunt or find another way to survive.
$15, free for 18 and under, Doris Duke Theatre at Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania St., honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum
Pop-Up Tiki Bar at International Market Place
Every Friday and Saturday in October and Oct. 31, 6 p.m. to midnight
For the month of October, Skull & Crown will pop up in the Treehouse (Banyan Court, Level 2) with their tiki bar cocktails.
21+, International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave., shopinternationalmarketplace.com, @intlmktplace
Photo: Courtesy of Noa Laporga
Nightmare Bar
Oct. 4–31, 5 p.m. to midnight
This Halloween-themed pop-up bar is back! Don your costume (or not) and sip on seasonally inspired specialty cocktails, beers and non-alcoholic beverages. The concept of this terrifyingly entertaining space is by the creators of Haunted Plantation, so they know how fun spooky can be.
21+, Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard, Space 1310 (former Surfers Bakery), nightmarehonolulu.com, @nightmarehonolulu
Halloween Costume Sale Purge
Oct. 7–9, noon to 5 p.m.
Looking for a costume or accessories for Halloween? Check out the assortment the Kaimukī Performing Arts Center has collected, including wigs and fabrics. Bring your own bag.
Kaimukī High School Auditorium, 2705 Kaimukī Ave., @officialkhspac
Photo: Courtesy of Fever
Candelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Friday, Oct. 11, 4 to 5:15 p.m.
Immerse yourself in Halloween music live surrounded by candlelight. Some of the classics played will include “Thriller” by Michael Jackson, “The Addams Family Theme” and the “Ghostbusters Theme.”
$44–$68.50, The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai‘i, 91-3257 Kualaka‘i Parkway, ‘Ewa Beach, feverup.com
Histories & Mysteries Tours
Friday, Oct. 11, 18 and 25, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
See the zoo in a new eerie light with this walking tour that delves into its supernatural occurrences. The tour accommodates up to 25 guests and is recommended for keiki age 8 and older.
Family-friendly, $20 for Honolulu Zoo Society members, $30 for non-members, 151 Kapahulu Ave., honoluluzoo.org, @thehonoluluzoo
Hide and Seek Members’ Night at the Waikīkī Aquarium
Friday, Oct. 11, 5 to 8 p.m.
Head to the aquarium to seek out the marine masters of disguise, join a scavenger hunt in the galleries, play games, enter a Halloween costume contest, take photos with a mermaid, carve pumpkins underwater and enjoy delicious food and drinks from local vendors.
Family-friendly, $15 for members ($5 for children 4–12), $20 for non-members ($10 for children 4–12), children 3 and under free, Waikīkī Aquarium, 2777 Kalākaua Ave., fowaquarium.org, @waikikiaquarium
Trial of Fears
Oct. 11–13, 18–20, 24–27, 31 and Nov. 1, 2
Thursday and Sunday 7 to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 7 to 11 p.m.
You need to overcome three challenges to escape Dr. Delirio and his monstrous orderlies. Keep in mind that this escape room experience will include strobe lights, fog and uneven grounds. Keiki ages 13 and up are welcome.
$35, 1500 Kapiolani Blvd., trialoffearshi.com, @trialoffears
Photo: Courtesy of Haunted Plantation
Haunted Plantation
Oct. 11–13, 18–20, 25–27, 31, 7 to 11 p.m.
Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village is an outdoor museum of historical homes and gardens where you can learn the stories of Hawai‘i’s people. And people swear it’s haunted. Around Halloween, this historic sugar plantation in Waipahu turns into a truly scary site. It’s even been named one of the scariest haunted houses in the world by media and technology company Pop Sugar. But beware, this terrifying attraction is geared toward the bravest souls ages 12 and up. Reservations are required.
$20 + $1 online reservation fee, cash only, Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu, hawaiihauntedplantation.com, @hauntedplantation
SEE ALSO: Scary Ghost Stories From Hawai‘i’s “Haunted” Plantation Village
“1706”—The Masked Ones
Oct. 14–16, 21–22, 28–30, 6 to 10:30 p.m.
The creators of Haunted Plantation bring a walkthrough horror experience to Hawai‘i Theatre. Meet a hypnotist who claims to be able to raise the dead and watch his captivating show.
$40, 18+ only, 12 guests per showtime, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiitheatre.com, @170six
Photo: Courtesy of Aloun Farms
Aloun Farms Pumpkin Festival
Oct. 12–13, 19–20, 26–27, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Aloun Farms invites you to Kapolei to harvest your own pumpkins, corn, string beans and sunflowers. Keep your keiki entertained with activities like free hayrides and a petting zoo. Bring a wagon or reusable bags as there is a farmers’ market where you can purchase produce grown on Aloun Farms’ 3,000-acre grounds.
Family-friendly, $5, free for 2 years and under, free parking, 91-1440 Farrington Highway, alounfarms.com, @alounfarmshawaii
Nightmare on Midway Street
Oct. 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 31, 6 to 10 p.m.
Find thrills and chills at the haunted house and onsite Halloween movies. There will also be food trucks and carnival games. The event proceeds will benefit the American Renaissance Academy.
Family-friendly, $20 haunted house entry, $25 at the door, $10 parking, Kapolei Events Center, 91-1180 Midway St., arahawaii.org, @ara.hawaii, @kapoleieventscenter
Treat or Treat: A Costume Figure Drawing Event
Friday, Oct. 18, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the artsy spirit of Halloween with costumed models posing for your figure drawing. You can also dress up for the evening and enjoy music and refreshments. Instructions and supplies (if you don’t bring your own) are provided.
$15, limited to 20 participants, Downtown Art Center, 1041 Nu‘uanu Ave., downtownarthi.org, @downtownartcenter
Photo: Courtesy of Alexander & Baldwin
Kailua Town Seek & Treat: The Hunt for the Hidden Password
Saturday, Oct. 19, through Thursday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sleuths and adventurers, gather for a quest across Kailua where you’ll solve puzzles and follow clues to treats. All you need is a smartphone, but costumes are also encouraged! Keiki who uncover the password will receive a token to redeem a gachapon-style prize capsule. Participants who are 18 or older can also enter to win a $250 Kailua Town prize package. More details on how to play online.
Family-friendly, free, Lau Hala Shops, 573 Kailua Rd., Kailua, kailuatownhi.com, @kailuatownhi
Photo: Courtesy of Basalt
Spooktacular Halloween Pancakes at Basalt
Saturday, Oct. 19, 7 a.m. to noon
Have a blast decorating Basalt’s famous charcoal buttermilk pancakes with spooky Halloween effects, including ube liliko‘i sabayon, meringue ghosts and pumpkins, ash mascarpone whip, candy corn and Halloween sprinkles. Make a reservation online or by calling (808) 923-5689. Complimentary validation is available for self-parking at the Hyatt Centric Waikīkī Hotel.
Family-friendly, $19, Basalt, 2255 Kūhiō Ave., basaltwaikiki.com, @basaltwaikiki
Photo: Courtesy of PBS Hawai‘i
Trunk O’ Treat at PBS Hawai‘i
Saturday, Oct. 19, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
PBS Hawai‘i invites its Keiki Club members to celebrate Halloween at its studio in Kalihi with games and treats. Attendees are encouraged to dress up. Note that this event is only open to PBS Hawai‘i Keiki Club members. To sign up for the Keiki Club, visit pbshawaii.org or call (808) 462-5000 and ask for the Advancement Department. Once you’re a member, you will receive an email invitation for Trunk O’ Treat.
Family-friendly, for PBS Hawai‘i Keiki Club member ($30 annual donation to sign up and $25 for each additional sibling), PBS Hawai‘i, 315 Sand Island Access Rd., pbshawaii.org, @pbshawaii
Spooky Science Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 to 10:45 a.m. and 1 to 1:45 p.m.
Keiki can watch things ooze, bubble and more at this STEM workshop. And after the thrill of the 45-minute workshop, they can play in the galleries. Deadline to register is Oct. 5.
Family-friendly, $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers, Children’s Discovery Center, 111 ‘Ohe St., discoverycenterhawaii.org, @hawaiichildrensdiscoverycenter
Photo: Courtesy of The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club
Jack the Hotel Dog’s Birthday Pool Party & Furry Friends Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct. 19, pool party 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., costume contest 4:45 p.m.
Jack, the Surfjack hotel’s doggy mascot, is inviting all furry friends to celebrate his birthday in spooky style. Hang out in the pool, then register your pet for the costume contest starting at 4 p.m. Parking is available at the Hyatt Centric Garage: $8 for four hours with validation from Mahina & Sun’s.
Free, The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, 412 Lewers St., surfjack.com, @thesurfjack
Makana Kids Halloween Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 to 7:30 p.m. (registration from 3 to 5 p.m., contest starts at 5 p.m.)
Enter your keiki in one of three age groups: 0–4, 5–8 and 9–12. The three judging categories will be Funniest/Cutest, Scariest and Most Creative Costume Made with 50% or More Recycled Materials. There will also be one special prize awarded for Judges’ Overall Favorite. And stick around for the opening and closing performances by Studio 808 Danceproject.
Family-friendly, free, Ka Makana Ali‘i, 91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy., Kapolei, kamakanaalii.com, @kamakanaalii
Photo: Credit Keisha Kanaka, Courtesy of Sustainable Coastlines Hawai‘i
Sustainable Ghostlines Festival
Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 to 8 p.m.
Help clean up Kaimukī and Pālolo Stream, and check out the festival’s live entertainment, shopping, dining and activities. Come dressed up for the upcycled costume contest, and enter to win raffle prizes.
Family-friendly, free, Ali‘iolani Elementary School, 1240 7th Ave., sustainablecoastlineshawaii.org, @sustainablecoastlineshawaii
Photo: Courtesy of Market City Shopping Center
Halloween Celebration at Market City Shopping Center
Saturday, Oct. 19, 5 to 7 p.m.
Bring your ‘ohana for trick-or-treating, free popcorn, a free photo booth and arts and crafts. The Market City Halloween costume contest is open to keiki, adults and groups. Also, try your hand at the 94.7 KUMU prize wheel to win prizes from Market City merchants. The Halloween celebration will be held in the back parking lot next to Ben Franklin Crafts with additional parking available at Kaimukī High School.
Family-friendly, free, Market City Shopping Center, 2919 Kapi‘olani Blvd. #2, marketcityhawaii.com, @marketcityhi
Photo: Courtesy of Sea Life Park Hawai‘i
Under the Sea Halloween Ho‘olaule‘a
Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20
Sea Life Park becomes Halloween headquarters with a mermaid encounter and ghost stories with Lopaka Kapanui. Come in costume on Saturday to join the costume contest.
Family-friendly, festivities are included with the price of admission, Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Waimānalo, sealifeparkhawaii.com, @sealifepark
Pumpkin Poolooza
Sunday, Oct. 20, 3 to 6:15 p.m.
Swimsuit up with your ‘ohana for the Kroc Center’s floating pumpkin patch, plus enjoy treats, entertainment and pumpkin carving. This event is for keiki ages 6 months to 15 years. Each ticket includes entry for one guardian or parent, but no more than two adults per family.
Family-friendly, $15 for members, $20 for non-members, The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai‘i, 91-3257 Kualaka‘i Parkway, ‘Ewa Beach, kroccenterhawaii.org, @kroccenterhi
Great Pumpkin Beer Night
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 5 to 9 p.m.
Drink Elysian Brewing Night Owl beer on tap from a 100 lb. pumpkin, plus try five more pumpkin beers. There will also be a pumpkin drawing contest with prizes.
21+, Village Beer Kapolei, 4450 Kapolei Parkway, Suite 278, villagebeerhawaii.com, @villagebeerkapolei
Hauntopia: A Spooky Adventure!
Thursday, Oct. 24, to Wednesday, Oct. 30, 5 to 9 p.m., doors open at 4:45 p.m.
Go on a family-friendly adventure through Hauntopia and enjoy trick-or-treating, interactive art and science activities and more Halloween surprises.
Family-friendly, $15, Da Dream Lab, 905 Kalanianaʻole Highway #3304, Kailua, dadreamlab.com, @kidzarthawaii
Chinatown Massacre Haunted House
Thursday, Oct. 24, to Saturday, Nov. 2, 5 to 11 p.m.
Enter (if you dare) a former clinic haunted by a mad doctor who committed a Chinatown massacre and now seeks more victims in the afterlife.
13+, $35, meet at 1136 Union Mall, dohoevents.com
Spookie Town at Da Zoo
Friday, Oct. 25, 4 to 6 p.m.
DLT Stables is hosting a Halloween party with a wild side—come down for pony rides and a petting zoo in addition to trick-or-treating and games.
$25, DLT Stables, 41-631 Mokulama St., Waimānalo, dltstables.com, @dltstables
Photo: Courtesy of Kāhala Mall
Halloween Costume Contest at Kāhala Mall
Friday, Oct. 25, check-in begins at 4:30 p.m., contest begins at 5 p.m.
Keiki up through sixth grade can participate in the 45th annual costume contest for a chance to win gifts and gift cards from mall merchants. The contest will have three age groups, and categories include most original, funniest/cutest and judge’s choice. Families dressed in one theme can also enter as a group for a chance to win best overall theme.
Family-friendly, free, 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., Kāhala, kahalamallcenter.com, @kahalamall
Lopaka Kapanui: Do You Believe in Ghosts?
Friday, Oct. 25, 7 to 9 p.m.
Listen to eerie tales and legends from Lopaka Kapanui, Hawai‘i’s premier ghost storyteller, that will make you confront your supernatural beliefs.
$20, $15 for 18 and under, Doris Duke Theatre at Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania St., honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum
Spookapalooza at the Hawaiian Railway Society
Friday, Oct. 25, and Saturday, Oct. 26, 7, 7:45, 8:30 and 9:15 p.m. departures
All aboard this haunted train ride! The only remaining time slot is on Friday at 9:15 p.m. To book, call (808) 681-5461 and leave a message with your name, desired date/time, number of riders and contact information. Check in and pay 20 minutes before departure; keep in mind that if you’re late, you may lose your spot to standby passengers.
$5 per passenger (ages 2+), cash only, onsite parking, Hawaiian Railway Society Train Yard, 91-1001 Renton Road, ‘Ewa Beach, hawaiianrailway.com
Theatre of Terrors: Asylum
Oct. 25–30, 6 to 9 p.m.
Step into the Asylum to face its ghosts, from deranged doctors to restless patients. All proceeds will benefit Kaimukī High School Performing Arts Center.
$20, recommended for 12+, Kaimukī High School Performing Arts Center, 2705 Kaimukī Ave., @officialkhspac
Photo: Courtesy of Holy Nativity School
12th Annual Great Pumpkin Festival & Flick-or-Treat Drive-In Movie Weekend
Movie showings: Friday, Oct. 25, and Saturday, Oct. 26, 5:30 and 8 p.m.
Great Pumpkin Festival: Saturday, Oct. 26, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Flick-or-Treat Drive-In Weekend includes new and timeless favorites: Inside Out 2, Hocus Pocus, Despicable Me 4 and Haunted Mansion. During the festival, explore the Holy Nativity School’s pumpkin patch and enjoy keiki-friendly festival games, a country store and drive-in movies. New this year is the Gourd Eats Market, featuring baked goods, plants, pumpkins, lawn games and food trucks, and this area is free and open to the public!
Family-friendly, $35 festival entry, $45 movie entry for one vehicle, Holy Nativity School, 5286 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, holynativityschool.org, @holynativityschool
Fright Nights: Chinatown Zombie Bar Crawl
Friday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. to Saturday, Oct. 26, 2 a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m. to Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 a.m.
Nine Chinatown bars are pitching in spooky food and drink specials, and there will be a horror movie screening, live music and sideshows. Tickets, which are free, are required, and you will need to check in at Skull & Crown Trading Co. to get a wristband from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
21+, free, Chinatown, @frightnightshawaii
Haunted Kingdom at The District Nightclub
Friday, Oct. 25, 9 p.m. to Saturday, Oct. 26, 4 a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 26, 9 p.m. to Sunday, Oct. 27, 4 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to Friday, Nov. 1, 4 a.m.
At these Haunted Kingdom parties, dance all night long and come in costume for the contests to win up to $2,500 in prizes.
21+, $10 early bird online, $20 at the door, The District Nightclub, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd., thedistricthi.com, @thedistricthi
Photo: Courtesy of Ward Village
Halloween Celebration & Pumpkin Patch at Ward Village
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to noon
Head to Victoria Ward Park for free Halloween festivities, including face painting, caricature drawings and photo ops. Also, grab free pumpkin spice malasadas and pumpkins from Aloun Farms while supplies last.
Family-friendly, free, Victoria Ward Park, 1020 Auahi St., wardvillage.com, @wardvillage
Little Monsters Buffet at Hard Rock Café
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to noon
Bring your hungry little monsters to eat their fill at Hard Rock Café and play in a game area, decorate cookies, take photos with Beetlejuice and compete in a costume contest. Plus, keiki will receive free goodie bags, while parents can enjoy welcome mimosas.
$35 (covers tax and gratuity), Hard Rock Café, 280 Beach Walk, cafe.hardrock.com, @hrchonolulu
Halloween at Salt Lake Shopping Center
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bring your ‘ohana in costume to enjoy a scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating, keiki crafts and Halloween-themed photos. There will be a costume contest for kids as well as prize giveaways from KDNN radio and participating merchants.
Family-friendly, free, Salt Lake Shopping Center, 848 Ala Liliko‘i St., saltlakeshoppingcenter.com, @saltlakeshoppingcenter
Blood Drive at Hana Koa Brewing Co.
Saturday, Oct. 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hana Koa Brewing Co. has brewed up a benefit beer called Fangs for Donating, with 10% of the proceeds benefiting the Blood Bank of Hawai‘i. And if you’re able, you can sign up to donate blood at bbh.org/#blooddrive (Saturday is booked up, but Sunday is still open). Every donor will receive a $10 gift card and free plate of fries!
Free admission, Hana Koa Brewing Co., 962 Kawaiaha‘o St., bbh.org, hanakoabrewing.com
SEE ALSO: Just in Time for Halloween, Hana Koa’s “Fangs for Donating” Hazy IPA Is a Plea for the Blood Bank
Imaginarium Show Double Feature
Saturday, Oct. 26
Halloween Celestial Origins and Nightwalk Haunted Village Tour at 1 p.m.
Stars of the Pharaohs and Nightwalk Haunted Village Tour at 2 p.m.
Head over to the Hokulani Imaginarium at Windward Community College to learn about the history of Halloween and its astronomical connections or look back at how ancient Egyptians used the stars while building pyramids. The first show will be followed by a special virtual tour of a haunted graveyard brought to life with 3D animation.
Family-friendly, $8 general admission; $7 WCC student, military, senior (65+) with ID; $6 children (ages 4–12), free for children under 4 (1 per paying adult), WCC faculty or staff with ID; cash or checks only, Hokulani Imaginarium at the Center for Aerospace Education, 45-720 Kea‘ahala Rd., Kāne‘ohe, aerospace.windward.hawaii.edu, @wcc_imaginarium
Halloween Spooktacular at Hawai‘i Kai Towne Center
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4 to 7 p.m.
The annual Halloween Spooktacular is happening once again at the marina docks. Participating merchants will have “Trick-or-Treat” signs for keiki to snag some sweet treats. The keiki costume contest will have three categories based on age (infants to 12 year olds are welcome to participate) plus an ‘ohana category. First-, second- and third- place prizes will be awarded to each age group. There will also be a prize wheel to spin.
Family-friendly, free, Hawai‘i Kai Towne Center, 333 Keahole St., Hawai‘i Kai, hawaiikaitownecenter.com, @hawaiikaitownecenter
Saturday Night Kids’ Dance Party
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5 to 8 p.m.
Do the Monster Mash, make crafts, sing karaoke, play games and make friends during this Halloween-themed dance party.
$60, For kids ages 5–9, Hawai‘i Dance Bomb, hawaiidancebomb.com, @hawaii_dance_bomb
Photo: Courtesy of La Pietra–Hawai‘i School for Girls
Halloween Spooktacular
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5 to 9 p.m.
At La Pietra–Hawai‘i School for Girls, keiki can trick or treat their way through candy trails, play carnival games, join the Keiki Spooky Story Circle and brave a haunted house if they so dare! Costumes are encouraged, and all ticket proceeds support La Pietra’s Student Council. Tickets are on pre-sale until Thursday, Oct. 24, with tickets sold at the door for cash only pending availability.
Family-friendly, $20, 2933 Poni Moi Rd., lapietra.edu, @lapietraschool
Halloween in Chinatown
Saturday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m. to Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 a.m.
With Hallowbaloo canceled again this year, Chinatown bar owners took it upon themselves to organize their own Halloween crawl with spooky drink specials, live music, dance parties and a midnight costume contest.
21+, $20 presale, $30 at the door, Chinatown, @halloweeninchinatown
SEE ALSO: “Plan on Hallowbaloo Not Happening”—But Another Chinatown Bar Crawl Is Coming
“Thriller” Flashmob
Saturday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m.
Marvel as Aloha Ballroom Company takes over the streets of downtown Honolulu performing Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” The dancers will have zombie makeup on for a frightful effect.
Free, in front of Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., alohaballroomcompany.com, @alohaballroomco
Halloween Nerd Nite
Saturday, Oct. 26, 7 to 8 p.m.
Dress up and trick-or-treat for laughs at Improv Hawai‘i’s Halloween special-edition of Nerd Nite. The show will include a costume contest and prizes.
$10, Tiny Stage Hawai‘i, 419 South St Suite 163, improvhi.com, @improvhi
Photo: Courtesy of Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra
Hawai‘i Ghost Stories: A Symphony Spectacular
Saturday, Oct. 26, 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 27, 4 to 6:30 p.m. (family-friendly matinee)
Enjoy ghost stories narrated by HI Now Daily Correspondent Lauren Teruya and spooky music that make your hair stand on end! Costumes are encouraged, and the Sunday show is family-friendly.
Family-friendly, $25 to $45, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., myhso.org, @hawaiisymphonyorchestra
Haunted Hale
Saturday, Oct. 26, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Enjoy drink specials like the Ghoul’s Night Out while you bop to DJ Hale Life’s beats. Reservations recommended.
Hideout at The Laylow, 2299 Kūhiō Ave., hideoutwaikiki.com, @hideoutwaikiki
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace Fall Festival
Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Head to Aloha Stadium for a special fall- and Halloween-themed swap meet with a pumpkin patch and golden prize tickets in addition to the usual vendors and live entertainment. Keiki are also invited to trick-or-treat and enjoy face painting, balloon art and photo ops with costumed characters.
Free admission, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd, ‘Aiea, alohastadium.hawaii.gov, @alohastadswapmeet
Keiki Costume Ball
Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
Get the most out of your keiki’s costumes and play some spoopy games, create creepy crafts and go trick-or-treating throughout the Children’s Discovery Center. You need to register to join this special event.
Family-friendly, $8 for members, $12 for nonmembers. Children’s Discovery Center, 111 ‘Ohe St., discoverycenterhawaii.org, @hawaiichildrensdiscoverycenter
Photo: Courtesy of Royal Hawaiian Center
Halloween at Royal Hawaiian Center
Halloween Gift With Purchase Promotion: Oct. 15–31
Trick-or-treating: Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. until supplies run out
Keiki Costume Contest: Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 to 6 p.m.
Royal Hawaiian Center is getting spooky on Oct. 27 with trick-or-treating and the annual Halloween Keiki Costume Contest at Royal Grove. Infants to 10-year-olds will have a chance to win first-, second- and third-place prizes in four categories: ages 0–2, ages 3–5, ages 6–10 and ‘ohana costumes (parent and child costume combo). Each child may enter only one category, and the registration deadline is Oct. 27 at noon.
Plus, shop at Royal Hawaiian Center from Oct. 15–31 to pick up a complimentary, limited-edition Halloween Trick-or-Treat Aloha bag when you spend $50 or more (while supplies last).
Family-friendly, free, 2201 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, royalhawaiiancenter.com, @royalhawaiicenter
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Zoo
Hallow-Zoo Scare-venger Hunt
Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come in costume and follow clues to collect creature stamps, then trek down the Haunted Habitat Treat Trail. There will also be activity stations with eerie educational animal bio-facts, spooky stories and more. Participation in this event is included with admission.
Family-friendly, 151 Kapahulu Ave., honoluluzoo.org, @thehonoluluzoo
Trick-or-Treat at Town Center of Mililani
Sunday, Oct. 27, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to Town Center of Mililani to trick-or-treat at participating stores with signs in their windows. You can also enjoy face painting and spin a prize wheel.
Family-friendly, free, Town Center of Mililani, 95-1249 Meheula Pkwy, Mililani, towncenterofmililani.com, @towncenterofmililani
Spooktacular Pet Costume Contest
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 p.m.
Enter your paw-some costumed critters in this contest to win prizes, which will benefit the O‘ahu SPCA. And don’t miss your chance to get a photo with Cruella!
Family-friendly, Town Center of Mililani, 95-1249 Meheula Pkwy, Mililani, towncenterofmililani.com, @towncenterofmililani
Keiki Halloween and Trick-or-Treat at Hale‘iwa Store Lots
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 to 4 p.m.
Hale‘iwa Store Lots’ annual trick-or-treating and keiki costume contest is back with three age groups: 0–3 years, 4–8 years and 9–12 years. Registration opens at 2 p.m., and participation is limited to 50 keiki per age group. The contest begins at 3 p.m., and the top three age group winners will receive prizes. Participating retailers will pass out candy while supplies last.
Family-friendly, free, Hale‘iwa Store Lots, 66-111 Kamehameha Highway, Hale‘iwa, haleiwastorelots.com, @haleiwastorelots
Mysteries of Kaimukī
Sunday, Oct. 27, 3 to 4 p.m.
Hear some spooky mo‘olelo (stories) of Kaimukī from Lopaka Kapanui and learn more about the neighborhood’s history.
Free, Kaimukī Public Library, 1041 Koko Head Ave., librarieshawaii.org, @hsplshigov
Love Local Community Festival – Trick-or-Treat Edition
Sunday, Oct. 27, 3 to 6 p.m.
Bring the ‘ohana for trick-or-treating and prize raffles. Keiki will receive free trick-or-treat bags that include a coupon for a free kids’ meal and 20% off the next bill at Black Angus Steakhouse. Participating businesses will also have discounts and giveaways of their own.
Family-friendly, free, Black Angus Steakhouse, 98-1262 Ka‘ahumanu St., Pearl City, blackangus.com
Boo at Da Zoo
Sunday, Oct. 27, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Nalo Keiki Paniolo is hosting a Halloween party with a wild side—come down for pony rides and a petting zoo in addition to trick-or-treating and games.
Family-friendly, $25 for keiki ages 2–12 years, $15 for 13+, Nalo Keiki Paniolo, 41-632 Mokulama St., Waimānalo, nalokeikipaniolo.com, @nalo.keiki.paniolo
Photo: Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay
Halloween Surf Off Presented by Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience
Sun, Oct. 27, 4 to 7 p.m.
Come in costume with surfboard in hand to this surf competition. There will be a live DJ at The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay pool as well for spectators to enjoy. Registration proceeds will benefit the Kahuku High School surf team.
$10 registration fee, Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience, 57-091 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, turtlebayresort.com, @ritzcarltonoahuturtlebay
Trick-or-Treat at Kū‘ono Marketplace
Thursday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Look out for branded cauldrons full of treats around Kū‘ono Marketplace. You can also enter the Instagram costume contest for a chance to win a $50 gift card to a Kū‘ono Marketplace merchant of your choice.
Family-friendly, free, Kū‘ono Marketplace, 4210 Wai‘alae Ave., kuonomarketplace.com, @kuonomarketplace
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Halloween at Wai Kai
Thursday, Oct. 31, 4 to 8 p.m.
Head to Wai Kai for free trick-or-treating. Join the costume contest at the Wave Deck (family, infant to 10 years old, 11 to 18 years old), with sign-ups starting at 4 p.m. and the contest at 7 p.m., for the chance to win gift certificates for Wai Kai experiences. Head to the Surfside Lawn to decorate your own trick-or-treat tote ($5). ‘Ono Grindz & Makeke Farmers Market will also be on at the same time.
Family-friendly, free admission, Wai Kai, 91-1621 Keoneula Blvd, ‘Ewa Beach, waikai.com, @waikailineup
Photo: Courtesy of Kāhala Mall
Trick-or-Treating at Kāhala Mall
Thursday, Oct. 31, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Collect treats from participating retailers with balloons in front of their stores and enjoy the terrifying tunes spun by a live DJ at center stage.
Family-friendly, free, 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., kahalamallcenter.com, @kahalamall
Photo: Courtesy of International Market Place
Haunted Halloween at International Market Place
Thursday, Oct. 31, 4 to 6 p.m.
Keiki can trick-or-treat at participating stores and restaurants with orange and black balloons. Plus, check out the entertainment, a balloon artist, face painting, caricature drawing and photo ops with costumed characters.
Family-friendly, free, International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave., shopinternationalmarketplace.com, @intlmktplace
Ala-Ween Spooktacular
Thursday, Oct. 31, 4 to 7 p.m.
More than 100 merchants throughout the mall will hand out sweets to trick-or-treaters on Halloween night. Find more spooky festivities in the ‘Ewa Wing Court near Bloomingdale’s, including a bubble-filled Halloween dance party, a haunted house selfie wall and balloon creations.
Family-friendly, free, Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., alamoanacenter.com, @alamoanacenter
Photo: Courtesy of Pearlridge Center
Pearlridge Center Candy Crawl
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy indoor trick-or-treating with your keiki in Pearlridge Center’s Mauka and Wai Makai wings. There will also be a keiki costume contest and giveaways hosted by PBS Hawai‘i.
Family-friendly, free, Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd, ‘Aiea, pearlridgeonline.com, @pearlridge
Pumpkin Pā‘ina
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5 to 8 p.m.
‘Ohana can trick-or-treat at participating merchants while completing a passport for treasure. Plus, play carnival games, get your face painted and enter a costume contest.
Family-friendly, free, Salt at Our Kaka‘ako, 691 Auahi St., saltatkakaako.com, @saltourkakaako
Halloween Magic Show & Trick-or-Treating at Ka Makana Ali‘i
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Keiki can trick or treat throughout Ka Makana Ali‘i. Plus, get there early for the Halloween magic show with Torch Entertainment from 5:30 to 6 p.m.
Family-friendly, free, Ka Makana Ali‘i, 91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy., Kapolei, kamakanaalii.com, @kamakanaalii
Windward Mall Trick-or-Treating
Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Participating merchants will be giving out goodies during Windward Mall’s indoor Trick-or-Treat event this Halloween. Note: Masks are only permitted on keiki 12 and under during the trick-or-treating event, while masks are not permitted before or after and not permitted on adults.
Family-friendly, free, Windward Mall, 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy, Kāne‘ohe, windwardmall.com, @windwardmall
Moana Surfrider’s Spookeasy Halloween Soirée
Thursday, Oct. 31, 7 to 11 p.m.
Have a glamorous and spooky Halloween night at this prohibition-themed soirée with dance performances and a live DJ. Your ticket includes two specialty cocktails and small bites, and you’ll receive a free masquerade mask for added mystery.
$75, Moana Surfrider, 2365 Kalakaua Ave., event.marriott.com, @themoanasurfrider
Super Saturday Halloween Bash
Thursday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to midnight
Dress up in your cosplay finest to party on Halloween night with live DJs playing your favorite anime and K-pop tunes. There will also be a cosplay contest and local vendors with merch and treats for sale.
18+, $15, Dave & Buster’s, 1030 Auahi St., supersaturdayhawaii.com, @supersaturdayhi
Halloween at the Hyatt
Thursday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to Friday, Nov. 1, 2 a.m.
This year’s Halloween at the Hyatt theme is “Creatures Come Alive.” Do the Monster Mash, enter the costume contest with up to $2,000 in prizes and join the afterparty at The District Nightclub. VIP entry includes a fast pass, glow stick and candy pouch.
21+, $20 general admission, $25 at the door, $30 VIP Admission, Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort and Spa, 2411 Koa Ave., hyatthalloween.com, @hyattregencywaikiki
Honolulu Halloween Bar Crawl
Saturday, Nov. 2, 4 p.m. to midnight
With your ticket, you get up to two drinks or shots and access to food and drink specials at Bar 35, J Dolan’s, NextDoor, TJ’s Sports Bar & Grill, Tower Bar, Off the Wall Craft Beer & Wine and Air Park Karaoke Lounge. There will also be an afterparty at NextDoor and Air Park Karaoke Lounge.
21+, $15 for individuals or $10 for groups of four or more + fees, TJ’s Sports Bar & Grill, 600 Kapiolani Blvd. Ste 100, crawlwith.us
