The most frightful day of the year is just around the corner! Grab your goblins and ghoul-friends and head to one (or all) of these spook-tacular events happening in the Lou! There’s something for every-boo-dy, from the most miniature monsters to those in daringly dreadful disguises, everyone is sure to have a wicked good time.

For Kids:

• Frights and Heights at the Gateway Arch
  • Saturday, October 26
  • You’re invited to a night of Halloween festivities, topped off with a view you won’t find anywhere else! Put on your costume and join us at the Gateway Arch for a new, family-friendly Halloween celebration. The evening includes a haunted Tram Ride to the Top, face painting, balloon animals, pumpkin crafts, a DJ dance party, storytelling and more!
• Boo at the Zoo
  • Nightly October 15-30
  • Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the St. Louis Zoo for a non-scary, kid-friendly Halloween experience. Children are encouraged to wear costumes!
• Not-So-Haunted House at The Magic House
  • Sunday, October 20
  • Children of all ages are invited to dress in their most “boo-tiful” costumes and have a ghoulishly good time trick or treating and getting autographs from their favorite storybook characters at this candy-free celebration.

For Adults:

• Storm Area 314 Halloween Party at Ballpark Village
  • Saturday, October 26
  • Ballpark Village throws the BIGGEST Halloween party in the galaxy! Orbit around 5 venues, enjoy live entertainment, and partake in an epic costume contest.
• Halloween Party in the Barrel Tomb at Cedar Lake Cellars
  • Friday, October 25
  • Gather your friends and get ready to party Halloween-style! Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, wine and more at Cedar Lake Cellars.
• Spirit of Delmar Halloween Pub Crawl
  • Saturday, October 26
  • Participating venues throughout the Delmar neighborhood will offer great drink specials, costume prizes, and more to get you in the Halloween spirit.
• Halloween Costume Party Cruise aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch
  • Saturday, October 26
  • Scare up some fun on the Halloween Costume Party Cruise! Dance to a DJ, enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, and compete in a costume contest!

For Everyone:

• The Legendary CWE Halloween
  • Saturday, October 26
  • Festivities kick off with daytime activities for the whole family. As the sun sets, the party continues with an adults-only bash and costume contest, known for its elaborate, complex and outrageous costumes!
• Pumpkin Glow in Historic St. Charles
  • October 25 & 26
  • Enjoy deals, squeals, and pumpkins! The street will be illuminated with hundreds of glowing pumpkins. Be sure to visit with the Legends & Lanterns characters for chilling ghost stories and haunting encounters.
• Ghost Cruise Presented by Phantasmagoria aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch
  • October 18, 20 & 27; November 1 & 3
  • The Ghost Cruise is a mesmerizing tribute to the fantastical. Let the chills wash over you as the Victorian horror troupe, Phantasmagoria, performs twisted tales of Halloween legend right before your eyes.