Looking for an unforgettable Halloween in Budapest? The week of October 25 brings a wicked variety of events across the city. There’s something for everyone—spooky shows, pumpkin carving, chocolate hunts, costume contests, haunted quizzes, ghostly parties, and concerts promising frights and delights for all ages. Families and children can dive into hands-on crafts, while adults revel in the capital’s vibrant nightlife.
Spooky Highlights Across the City
Kick off the scare-fest on October 25 with a nighttime ceramic painting session in downtown Belváros-Lipótváros (Királyi Pál utca 11), or get moving with a ghostly night hike on Gellért Hill. Looking for an ABBA-infused bash? The Mamma Mia Halloween at Akvárium (Erzsébet tér 12) is the place to be.
Halloween weekend (October 26–28) is packed with pumpkin carving at Czin Bistro, the Tökjó Festival on Gyöngyösi sétány, and the free-entry Magic Night at Lámpás (Dob utca 15).
The Main Event—October 31
Halloween explodes on October 31 with everything from hardcore raves at the Terror Chamber Arena to chocolate-themed festivals at Paloma and late-night extravaganzas at the Museum of Illusions (Illúziók Múzeuma). Parties range from cozy cat café pumpkin carving to tango nights, drag shows, and legendary club events like Game Over and Lithium Night.
Kid-friendly fun includes MiniPolisz Halloween (entry $8–$146), ghost hunts, book-themed parties, and lively concerts where the candy rain never stops. Adult tickets for the scariest nights range from $5 up to $73. Families can also join a Halloween hike in City Park on November 1, or check out the wild Vault Halloween: House of Madness.
Event times and programs might change, so keep your eyes peeled for updates!
