Edinburgh Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Edinburgh and nearby
Edinburgh kicks off Halloween 2026 on the Royal Mile and near Edinburgh Castle with haunted entertainment and seasonal thrills in the historic downtown.
Experience haunted happenings, fall fairs, and Halloween entertainment such as ghost tours, spooky markets, and family-friendly fright nights.
Editor's Picks
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City of the Dead Tours
Exclusive access to world-renowned haunted locations.
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Bongo's Bingo Edinburgh Presents The Carnevil Halloween
Bingo rave featuring dance-offs, Halloween anthems, and crazy prizes.
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The Edinburgh Dungeon
Underground journey through Scottish history with live actors and theatrical sets.
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World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Explore Edinburgh's dark Old Town, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and a seventeenth-century underground close.
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Halloween Shenanigans at Edin-boo! Castle
Living history re-enactments bringing dark castle legends and ghost stories to life.
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Samhuinn Fire Festival
Celtic celebration marking the transition into winter through fire and myth.
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Browse Halloween Near Edinburgh by Category
Haunted Experiences
Exclusive access to world-renowned haunted locations.
Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Seasonal LEGO sets for Halloween
Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment
Candlelit screening of Nosferatu with live piano accompaniment on a 13-foot screen.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Bingo rave featuring dance-offs, Halloween anthems, and crazy prizes.
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Explore Edinburgh's dark Old Town, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and a seventeenth-century underground close.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Edinburgh
- Top Halloween Pumpkin Picking Spots in Edinburgh Published: Fri, Oct 9, 2026
- Edinburgh Families Invited to Creative Halloween Making Session Published: Tue, Oct 6, 2026
Edinburgh Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
