Haunted Old Montreal
Ghost walk through Old Montreal led by a professional actor and storyteller.
14 unique & unusual Halloween events near Saint-Laurent.
This year, Saint-Laurent welcomes paranormal enthusiasts to the Historic SDG Jail for an investigation, and those seeking thrills can join the Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City.
For a different vibe, consider the Witches' Ball & Mini Market in Blainville, or the Día de los Muertos Festival in NDG, which offers a cultural celebration.
Family costume walk through Grand parc Urbain with festive decorations and characters
Two-night electronic music marathon across two floors with 360-degree dome visuals.
Explore Montreal's most haunted locations with professional storytellers.
Interactive 35mm screening featuring a live shadow cast and costume contest.
See all the unique and unusual Halloween events in one place.
Eat first: tours run 90 minutes of walking, and most start between 7 and 9 pm, so book dinner two hours before the tour within a short walk of the meeting point, and keep it lighter than you would for a movie night. Afterward, a nightcap spot near the route's end lets the group unpack the stories, the debrief is half the fun.
The season doesn't end at midnight on the 31st: Día de los Muertos celebrations run October 31 through November 2, harvest markets and fall festivals continue into mid-November, and some attractions run one final discounted weekend. Costume and decor clearance peaks November 1-2 for next-year planning. If October overflowed, the first November weekend is the graceful catch-up window.
Cash in small bills alongside your card, since some vendors are cash-only while others are card-only, plus a sturdy tote or backpack for purchases and a cooler in the car for anything perishable. Go early for selection or the last hour for deals. Walk the full market once before buying, note the two best stalls, then circle back and commit.