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Galveston Halloween 2025

See all Galveston Halloween happenings this year!

Galveston unveils Halloween 2025 along the Seawall and Strand Historic District with frightful experiences against the Gulf breeze and coastal piers. The city showcases haunted tours, costume parades and pumpkin patches that mix seaside charm with spooky flair.

Find the best Galveston Halloween happenings this year!

Galveston Halloween

Galveston Haunted Experiences

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πŸ“ League Kempner Mansion
(0.4 mi from Galveston)

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Dive into Galveston's eerie past at the Ghost Coast Festival. This multi-day event celebrates the island's haunted history with ghost tours, paranormal investigations, and a historic pub crawl. Explore the League Kempner Mansion, browse a unique vendor market, and meet celebrity guests. A portion of proceeds benefits the League Kempner House.

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⭐ Best For: History buffs and paranormal enthusiasts
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πŸ“ Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
519 25th St, Galveston, TX 77550
(0.2 mi from Galveston)

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Delve into the chilling history of Galveston on the #1-rated Historic Galveston Ghost Tour. This 90-minute walking tour explores the city's most haunted locations, sharing tales of murders, disasters, and spectral encounters. Suitable for all ages, the tour combines historical facts with spooky stories and a touch of humor, making it an unforgettable journey into America's most haunted city.

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⭐ Best For: History buffs and ghost story enthusiasts
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πŸ“ Haunted Mayfield Manor
2313 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77550
(0.5 mi from Galveston)

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Step into Galveston's premier haunted house, Haunted Mayfield Manor, for a terrifying adventure filled with ghosts, ghouls, and Dr. Mayfield's unpredictable madness. Experience a traditional Halloween-style haunted house with scares around every corner and an immersive haunted escape room. Witness chilling effects and unique features like the coffin cam for an unforgettable thrill.

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⭐ Best For: Thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts
Haunted Harbor Ghost Tour in Galveston
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πŸ“ Pier 21
(0.7 mi from Galveston)

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Embark on a chilling adventure aboard the Haunted Harbor Tour from Pier 21. This one-hour boat journey delves into Galveston's dark and fascinating past, sharing captivating stories of tragedy and enduring legends. Recognized for its ghostly tales, the tour offers a unique after-dark perspective of the island's shoreline and historic landmarks, where the past feels especially close.

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⭐ Best For: History buffs and ghost story enthusiasts

Galveston Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties

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πŸ“ First Lutheran Church
2415 Winnie St., Galveston, TX 77550
(0.2 mi from Galveston)

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Celebrate German heritage at Galveston Island Oktoberfest! This family-friendly festival features continuous live music and dancing on two stages, alongside delicious German food like bratwurst and traditional sausage dinners. Browse unique crafts and gifts from indoor and outdoor vendors, and participate in fun contests. Proceeds benefit local community outreach programs.

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⭐ Best For: Families and those interested in german culture

Galveston Family-Friendly Fall Activities

Galveston Historic Seaport Fall Fest in Galveston
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πŸ“ Galveston Historic Seaport
2200 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550
(0.6 mi from Galveston)

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Experience the magic of autumn at the Galveston Historic Seaport's Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly event offers a delightful mix of activities, including a dunk booth and festive face painting for kids. Delve into the city's spooky maritime history with special Haunted Harbor Tours. Adults can unwind with local craft beers and seasonal treats while enjoying live entertainment and the refreshing sea air.

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⭐ Best For: Families and individuals looking for a festive fall evening

Galveston Other Halloween Activities

Galveston Old City Cemetery Walking Tour in Galveston
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πŸ“ Old City Cemetery
(1.0 mi from Galveston)

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Delve into the spooky history of Galveston's Old City Cemetery on a guided walking tour. Uncover the dark secrets and paranormal lore of this historic island, hearing tales of murder, pirates, and ghosts. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour promises goosebumps and a fascinating glimpse into the city's most unnerving sites.

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⭐ Best For: History buffs and ghost story enthusiasts
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πŸ“ Trinity Episcopal Church
2216 Ave H, Galveston, TX
(2.4 mi from Galveston)

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Uncover the chilling secrets of Galveston on this highly-rated, all-ages ghost tour. Led by expert storytellers, you'll explore haunted hotspots, hear true tales of tragedy and paranormal activity, and delve into the island's spooky past. Perfect for families and history buffs seeking a memorable night out.

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⭐ Best For: Families, history buffs, paranormal enthusiasts
Galveston Sandcastle Festival in Galveston
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πŸ“ East Beach
(3.8 mi from Galveston)

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Experience the AIA Sandcastle Competition in Galveston, a spectacular event where professional firms transform sand into art. Watch teams compete for the Gold Bucket Award, enjoy live music, explore a vendor village, and participate in family-friendly activities. It's a day of creativity, competition, and fun on East Beach.

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⭐ Best For: Families, art enthusiasts, beach lovers
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πŸ“ Dash Beardsley's Ghost Tours of Galveston
123 Rosenberg Street, Galveston, TX
(0.4 mi from Galveston)

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Step back in time with Dash Beardsley's Ghost Tours of Galveston, the island's longest-running paranormal experience. They weave thoroughly researched historical evidence with chilling personal accounts of the supernatural, offering an authentic glimpse into Galveston's haunted past. Choose from various tours, including the classic Ghost Tour, Restless Spirits Tour, and Secret Society Cemetery Tour, for an unforgettable journey into the unknown.

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Halloween Near Galveston

Texas City Halloween

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πŸ“ Galveston County Food Bank
(8.7 mi from Galveston)
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πŸ“ Terror Isle Adventures
(8.8 mi from Galveston)

League City Halloween

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Kemah
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πŸ“ Kemah Boardwalk
(21.5 mi from Galveston)
A surreal Halloween scene with jack-o-lanterns on a tree and along a path, two people walk by a lake where dinosaurs roam, under a large yellow moon and a blue sky with bats.
Texas City
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πŸ“ Lagoonfest Texas
(17.2 mi from Galveston)

Baytown Halloween

Baytown History and Haunts Tour in Baytown
Baytown
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πŸ“ Downtown Baytown
(31.6 mi from Galveston)
Halloween - A Haunting House Painting Class in Baytown
Baytown
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πŸ“ Painting with a Twist - Baytown
(34.0 mi from Galveston)

Pearland Halloween

A miniature haunted house decorated for Halloween, with a man standing in the doorway and toy figures of children and skeletons gathered on the steps, illuminated by glowing orange windows and jack-o'-lanterns.
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πŸ“ Phobia Haunted Houses
(38.4 mi from Galveston)
A menacing robot with glowing red eyes stands in a foggy graveyard, illuminated by eerie red and green lights, as two people flee in terror.
Rosharon
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πŸ“ Creepy Hollow Haunted House
(38.5 mi from Galveston)

Pasadena Halloween

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics in Houston
Houston
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St. Luke's ER Trunk or Treat in Pasadena
Pasadena
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πŸ“ St. Luke's Pasadena Freestanding Emergency Center
(31.9 mi from Galveston)

Houston Halloween

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πŸ“ Houston Zoo
(45.7 mi from Galveston)
A terrifying, skeletal monster with glowing red eyes lunges from a blood-splattered wall in a dimly lit hallway as three people run away in fear.
Houston
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πŸ“ 13th Floor Haunted House Houston
(46.6 mi from Galveston)

Missouri City Halloween

Tricks and Treats in the Park in Missouri City
Missouri City
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πŸ“ Missouri City Community Park
(47.5 mi from Galveston)
A terrifying, muscular monster with sharp teeth and horns looms over two terrified people running away in a dimly lit greenhouse with red and green lighting and dripping red stains on the walls.
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πŸ“ Jefferson Palace Hotel
(49.6 mi from Galveston)

Atascocita Halloween

A monstrous figure with a chainsaw chases two people through a dimly lit, smoky building with purple and blue lighting.
Kingwood
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πŸ“ Purgatory Scream Park
(58.9 mi from Galveston)
Kingwood BOOFEST 2025 in Kingwood
Kingwood
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πŸ“ Kingwood Town Center Park
(56.6 mi from Galveston)

Sugar Land Halloween

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πŸ“ Constellation Field
(55.7 mi from Galveston)
Three young people in Halloween costumes are running in a race outdoors, with autumn leaves on the ground and trees in the background. The person in the middle wears a witch hat and a costume with a pumpkin belly, while the other two wear shirts with jack-o'-lantern designs.
Sugar Land
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πŸ“ Brazos River Park
(55.0 mi from Galveston)

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