The Festival of Halloween returns to Adelaide for its third year across 24-25 October 2026, featuring separate ticketed events for adults (After Dark on Saturday) and families (Family Day on Sunday). Both events include Halloween markets, interactive displays, roaming characters, photo opportunities and entertainment supporting local artists and makers.
Step into a world of spooky fun, immersive experiences and Halloween magic at the 3rd Annual Festival of Halloween.
Returning bigger than ever in 2026, the Festival of Halloween is a unique celebration of all things Halloween, bringing together local artists, makers, performers and the community for a weekend of frightful fun and creativity.
This year features two separate ticketed events across one unforgettable Halloween weekend.
Saturday 24 October – Festival of Halloween After Dark (16+)
Experience a spookier side of Halloween with an evening dedicated to grown-up ghouls and lovers of all things strange and unusual. Explore a curated marketplace featuring spooky, gothic, horror and alternative creators, immersive themed displays, interactive photo opportunities, roaming characters and atmospheric Halloween entertainment.
Sunday 25 October – Festival of Halloween Family Day
A family-friendly celebration packed with Halloween fun for all ages. Wander through the Halloween marketplace, follow the trick-or-treat trail, meet roaming characters, enjoy interactive photo opportunities and take part in children's craft activities, DIY experiences and pumpkin carving demonstrations.
Whether you're a dedicated Halloween enthusiast, a lover of the unusual or simply looking for a memorable day out, the Festival of Halloween offers a unique experience unlike anything else in South Australia.
• Halloween markets
• Interactive displays & photo opportunities
• Trick-or-treat trail
• Roaming characters, performers & entertainment
• Kids activities & crafts
• DIY experiences
• Pumpkin carving demonstrations
• Supports local artists, makers & small businesses
