The Best Downtown Las Vegas Halloween Parties & Events

Vegas is always an epic time, but Halloween in Las Vegas takes it to another level. Get spooky with these downtown Las Vegas Halloween parties and events. Pumpkins aren’t the only things getting smashed this weekend!

Downtown Las Vegas Halloween Parties and Events

The 2019 Fremont Street Halloween Bar Crawl

Why choose one downtown Las Vegas bar when you can have them all? Join Epic Club Crawls for a night filled with exclusive drink specials, DJ sets, top-notch costumes, and more. The event includes 5 venues with express entry, drink specials at each venue, a personal party host to keep the party going, group photos all night, and prizes for the best costumes. Plus, if you can’t make it to Vegas on Halloween Day, you can choose any weekend from October 25 – November 3. Get your tickets here. 

Freak the Beat

Calling all music freaks! We The Beat is taking over The Bunkhouse Grounds on Saturday, October 26 for their biggest party yet. Enjoy musical performances from Mr. Carmack, hip-hop duo THEY., Andre Power of Soulection, and all your favorite Vegas artists. The event will also feature a main outdoor stage and smaller indoor stage, a silent disco, many vendors and food trucks, a beer garden and tequila bar, and a costume contest. Get your tickets here.

Rock of Horror at the Fremont Street Experience

You don’t want to miss the Fremont Street Experience this Halloween. The lively heart of downtown Las Vegas always has something going on, but they turn it up a notch for Halloween. Experience Rock of Horror, the ultimate street party that includes pop up surprises, Halloween-themed light shows on the world’s biggest video screen, nightly live music, and much more. It’s going to be so fun, it’s scary!

Las Vegas Haunts 

Las Vegas Haunts hosts “one of the best haunted houses in the US” according to Forbes. Visit Asylum, an abandoned health sanctuary from the 1800s or check in to Hotel Fear, a perilous hotel run by The Feoray family. Or, visit both if you dare! If you can’t get enough of the thrills and scares, you can even get married at one of the haunted houses. Experience the wedding of your dreams (or your nightmares) at this downtown Las Vegas attraction. Get your tickets here before they sell out.

Best Downtown Las Vegas Bars for Halloween Drinks

Downtown Las Vegas is full of must-see bars and Halloween weekend is the perfect time to check them out. Here are some local picks you’ll want to add to your super spooky itinerary:

• Commonwealth: Commonwealth brings a stylish social scene to downtown Las Vegas. The swanky 6,000-square-foot cocktail bar is a collision of art and architectural influences inspired by pre-Prohibition era design and drinks. Keep your eyes peeled for the super secret speakeasy inside.
• Oak & Ivy: Oak & Ivy is an American craft whiskey cocktail bar dedicated to classic mixology, unique handcrafted drinks, high quality, fresh, seasonal ingredients, homemade garnishes, and mixers. Celebrate Halloween this year with a double on the rocks. 
• Downtown Cocktail Room: This upscale lounge has been a downtown Las Vegas staple for 13 years and features the city’s best “halfy” hour, where everything is half off. 
• The Griffin: The Griffin is a cool new spot that has a dimly-lit, mysterious vibe, leather couches, fireplaces, and delicious drinks. One review states that “you literally feel like you’ve been transported to a 16th century pub  with its castle brick and fireplace feel.”
• Velveteen Rabbit: Velveteen Rabbit is a craft cocktail and beer bar situated in the heart of the Arts District. Each seasonal cocktail menu features fresh produce and house-made ingredients. Catch some of their tasty fall ingredients this October. 

Family-Friendly Las Vegas Halloween Events

Halloween in Las Vegas is crazy for adults, but there are also plenty of things to do in downtown Las Vegas for the whole family. Here are some of the highlights:

• The LINQ Promenade on the Strip will be having “TRIQ or TREAT,” balloon artists and magicians, a costume contest, and more. 
• Opportunity Village, Las Vegas’ favorite charity, will host HallOVeen at the Magical Forest. Kids can enjoy haunted jungle ruins, jack-o-lanterns, attractions like Cheyenne’s Enchanted Carousel and the Forest Express Passenger Train, and much more.
• From October 26 – 28, Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay will turn their aquarium into a spooky shipwreck for families to explore. Kids 12 and under in costumes will receive complimentary admission on Friday and discounted admission on Saturday and Sunday!

Whether you’re in the mood for super creepy haunted attractions or some delicious cocktails to kick off the night, downtown Las Vegas takes Halloween seriously.