Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Lowell 2026

18 Halloween food, drink, and parties near Lowell.

As Halloween approaches, a mix of events appears across Lowell and nearby towns. From ticketed crawls in Boston like the Boston Fenway Halloween Bar Crawl to local gatherings, there's a place for your celebration. Consider where you want to be: whether you prefer the energy of downtown Boston or a quieter event in a surrounding community. Some events may require advance purchase, while others offer a more casual experience.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 40 Canobie Lake Park Salem

New England's family amusement park with five haunted houses for Screeemfest.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 13 The Salem Haunted Magic Show: HYSTERIA: The Ghost Psychic! Salem

Live haunted magic, mind reading, and ghost stories in Salem.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 7 Critters Live! The Halloween Party! Salem

Join Sam and Molly to reverse a spooky Halloween transformation.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 26 Festival of the Dead Salem

Exploration of death's mysteries through diverse rituals and events

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to coats, masks, and props at Halloween venues in Lowell?

Assume every bar makes you drop the mask at the door for ID and security, and many ban prop weapons outright, even obvious toys; door staff won't debate realism at midnight. Use coat check where it exists, a few dollars per item, cash helps, and design your costume so removable pieces fit in a pocket. Anything you'd cry about losing stays home.

What makes couples and group costumes work at Lowell parties instead of becoming a burden?

Pick concepts that survive separation: each half must read alone, because you will drift apart at a party, and the pair joke should bonus, not carry. Avoid tethered or shared costumes at crowded venues, ban any piece that occupies both hands, and match the effort level within the pair, since one elaborate half plus one t-shirt half reads as a hostage situation.

What's the late-night food plan after Halloween parties in Lowell?

Everything near the party district hits capacity at closing time, so beat the rush: eat a real dinner beforehand, and pick your late-night spot before going out, one that's a block off the main drag, not on it. Ordering delivery to home right as you call the ride often beats any line. A granola bar in a costume pocket has saved many nights.

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