Get ready for a hauntingly good time this Halloween season in New Orleans! From spine-chilling haunted houses to pumpkin patches perfect for the little ones, the Crescent City is overflowing with events that cater to all ages. Whether you’re looking to be scared out of your wits or simply enjoy some festive fall fun, there’s something for everyone. Embrace the spooky spirit as you explore the eerie and enchanting experiences that await you and your family throughout the city this October. Click the blue event titles to learn more.
HALLOWEEN HAUNTS
The 13th Gate
832 St. Philip St., Baton Rouge
(225) 389-1313
13thgate.com
From exploring an old, abandoned asylum, to being lost in a dark, zombie-infested cemetery, anything can happen as you journey through the 13th Gate’s 13 nightmarish realms. Open Thursdays-Sundays from October 4-31, 6:30-11:30 p.m. View their online calendar for additional dates in November. Not recommended for young children.
Field of Screams Halloween Trail
4001 De Porres Rd., Covington
(985) 892-1873
covla.com
Children and adults of all ages can enjoy thrills and chills as they explore eerily-staged Blue Swamp Creek trails on Saturday, October 26, sunset to 10 p.m.
Graveyard Fest 2024
Hotel Provincial
eventbrite.com
From haunted pub crawls to eerie cemetery tours, this festival is packed with spine-chilling experience that will delight paranormal enthusiast and thrill-seekers alike. Book your stay for October 11-12.
The Mortuary
4800 Canal St., New Orleans
(504) 483-2350
themortuary.net/hours
Let the thrills begin! M ortals of New Orleans are formally invited to the 2024 “Hell-ection” at one of the most haunted places in America. The Mortuary is open every day in October, except for October 7-9, 14-16, and 21-23. View their calendar for specific opening times. Not recommended for children under the age of 11.
New Orleans Zombie Run
Warehouse District
(504) 669-7655
neworleanszombierun.com
Escape the zombie apocalypse and the Big Easy Roller Derby during this two-mile race through the Warehouse District on Saturday, October 19. Let the outbreak begin at 9 a.m. in the Warehouse District’s “quarantine zone.”
PUMPKIN PATCHES, CORN MAZES, FALL FESTIVALS… OH MY!
Abita Fall Fest
22044 Main St., Abita Springs
(985) 773-8539
abitafallfest.com
Celebrate the art, music, and culture of Abita Springs at this nonprofit event featuring food and drinks, a Kids’ Zone, the Harvest Market arts and crafts area, and live music from Grammy-winning artists. Visit the Abita Springs Trailhead Park Friday, October 11 at 5 p.m., and Saturday, October 12, at 11 a.m.
CM Farms
252 CM Farms Rd., Dry Creek
(337) 328-8916
cmfarmsllc.com
You may need more than just one day to explore everything CM Farms has to offer, including its 50+ attractions like pony rides, pumpkin patches, and a 12-acre corn maze. Visit on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through December 1. Drop in October 26-27 for the special Not-So-Spooky Carnival.
Pontchartrain Convention Center, Kenner
(985) 966-7863
steinhauerproductions.com
Experience one of the best arts and crafts shows in Louisiana. Get a jumpstart on holiday shopping while also enjoying all things fall at the Pontchartrain Convention Center, October 12-13.
Fall Garden Festival
5 Victory Ave., New Orleans
(504) 483-9402
neworleanscitypark.org
Join the City Park Conservancy for plant and garden product exhibits and sales, educational programs, music, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations, and more. Walk the Botanical Garden Saturday-Sunday, October 5-6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to endure all the floral, fall fun.
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens Corn Maze
4560 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge
(225) 763-3990
lsu.edu
Join the LSU AgCenter every Saturday this month–October 5, 12, 19, and 26–for a fun-filled day including pumpkins, sunflowers, hayrides, and, of course, the corn maze. Session times are 9-11 a.m., noon-2 p.m., and 2:30-4:30 p.m. Visit October 26 from 6-9 p.m. for the night maze!
Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch
11215 Lee’s Ln., Hammond
(225) 567-3493
thfarms.com/pumpkin-patch
Mrs. Heather officially invites you to join her at this year’s pumpkin patch through November 8. Pick and carve your pumpkin, play with farm animals, or meet your favorite cartoon character.
NOLA Craft Culture’s Glitter Pumpkin Patch
127 S. Solomon St., New Orleans
(504) 454-8837
nolacraftculture.com
All that glitters is gold with this fabulous pumpkin patch at NOLA Craft Culture! Visit October 12-13 and 19-20 from noon to 6 p.m. for handmade glitter pumpkins, local crafters, food vendors, and fun!
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Pumpkin Patch
1031 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans
(504) 866-0123
standrewsnola.com
From October 5-31, you can visit St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church to collect pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, play family games, and win door prizes. Visit Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Thursday, October 17, St. Andrew’s will hold their open house that will lead to their pumpkin patch!
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church Pumpkin Patch
2216 Metairie Rd., Metairie
(504) 835-7357
stmepiscopal.com
Act fast, because this patch is open Monday, October 7, to Thursday, October 31, or until pumpkins are sold out! Visit Monday through Friday from 3:30-6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
St. Paul’s Episcopal School Pumpkin Patch
6249 Canal Blvd., New Orleans
(504) 488-1319
stpauls-lakeview.org
Pick out your perfect pumpkin and pose for fall photos in Lakeview from October 5-30, Monday through Friday, 3:30-6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sugar Roots Farm Pumpkin Patch Festival
10701 Willow Dr., New Orleans
(504) 239-8695
Sugar Roots Farm opens its doors again this fall season to cultivate a community where we share the goodness of the earth. Visit Sunday, October 20, or Sunday, October 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for vendors, musicians, games, pumpkin patches, face painting, pony rides, hayrides and more. The farm is also selling pumpkins during their everyday operational hours.
Tremé Fall Festival
St. Augustine Catholic Church
info@friendsoftreme.org
tremefest.org/festival
Everyone is welcome to join the celebration to honor Tremé history and culture. A second line parade will also precede the festival on October 26.
SINGING OR SCREAMING?
Clue: On Stage
Westwego Performing Arts Center, Westwego, LA
(504) 885-2000
jpas.org
Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT! Catch the show October 3-6 or 10-13 at 7:30 or 2 p.m. to start your spooky season off right!
Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular
Roussel Hall, 6301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
(504) 523-6530
lpomusic.com
With musical tributes to Star Trek, Harry Potter, and The Nightmare Before Christmas, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents familiar tunes for people of all ages, perfect to get anyone in the Halloween mood. Head out to Loyola’s campus on Saturday, October 26, at 11 a.m.
Jekyll and Hyde
Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 1118 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie
(504) 885-2000
jeffersonpac.com
This thrilling production explores the duality of good and evil through a powerful pop-rock score, bringing to life the story of a man’s inner demons. Watch the madness unfold Friday, October 25, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, October 27, at 2 p.m., and November 1-2 at 7:30 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
1419 Basin St., New Orleans
(504) 525-1052
mahaliajacksontheater.com
Let’s do the time warp again! Visit the Mahalia Jackson Theater for an interactive screening of the original movie-musical, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, with a live shadow-cast. You can also meet the original “Magenta,” Patricia Quinn. For one night only, this “Science Fiction/Double Feature” is landing Thursday, October 24, at 8 p.m.
SPOOKY CELEBRATIONS
Boo at the Zoo
6500 Magazine St., New Orleans
(504) 861-2537
audubonnatureinstitute.org/boo
Celebrate Halloween with your little ghosts and goblins during this family-favorite tradition. Come rain or shine, wear your best costume to trick-or-treat with your favorite animals, get lost in the Halloween maze, explore a haunted house, and more at the Audubon Zoo October 18-20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Boo Carré Halloween Haunt
1101 N. Peters St., New Orleans
(504) 636-6400
frenchmarket.org
The French Market presents Boo Carré, Halloween fun for the whole family. Enjoy live music, kid’s activities, trick-or-treating in the French Market District, and its Spooky Second Line! This happy haunt takes place on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Boo Fest
95 Judge Tanner Blvd., Covington
accesslouisiana.org/boofest
Boo Fest is packed with so much family fun—it’s frightening! The $2 admission gives you access to tons of alarming activities, including ghoulish games, eerie entertainment, a costume contest, and more, all at Lakeview Hospital.
Brews and Boos
1 Palm Dr., New Orleans
(504) 482-4888
neworleanscitypark.org
Brews and Boos features adult-only access to the amusement park at City Park and a ghastly amount of “boos” for guys and ghouls ages 21+. This exclusive event is from Friday to Saturday, October 25-26, 8-11 p.m.
Ghosts in the Oaks
7 Victory Ave., New Orleans
(504) 482-4888
neworleanscitypark.org
From Thursday, October 17, to Sunday, October 20, visit the City Park Carousel Gardens Amusement Park from 5-9 p.m. to explore the pumpkin patch, go trick-or-treating or enjoy a hot dog around the campfire during this spooky outdoor celebration.
Krewe of BOO! Parade
Rolls from Elysian Fields Avenue
(504) 233-2831
kreweofboo.com
The Krewe of BOO! Is New Orleans’ official Halloween parade, blending the festive spirit of Mardi Gras with a spooky Halloween theme, featuring elaborate floats, costumed characters, and unique throws like candy and VooDoo doll pins on October 19, at 6:30 p.m. Visit their website for the full parade route.
Monsters on Main
Downtown, Thibodaux
(985) 413-9886
lacajunbayou.com
Bring your little ghosts & ghouls to Downtown Thibodaux on Friday, October 25 from 5-7 p.m., for a fun (and free) evening of trick-or-treating with participating businesses.
Oktoberfest
1700 Moss St., New Orleans
(504) 522-8014
oktoberfestnola.com
Celebrate German heritage at the Deutsches Haus with traditional music, German folk dancing, cold beer, wine, and liquors, and delectable German cuisine. Get your chicken dance on or enjoy bratwurst sausage Fridays from 4-11 p.m. and Saturdays from 1-11 p.m., October 11-12, 18-19, and 25-26.
Rougarou Fest
86 Valhi Blvd., Houma
(985) 580-7289
rougaroufest.org
The Rougarou Fest is a free, family-friendly festival with a spooky flair that celebrates the rich folklore that exists along the bayous of Southeast Louisiana. It showcases live music, cultural activities, children’s activities, Cajun food, the Krewe Ga Rou parade, and so much more. Come on down to the bayou Friday, October 18 from 5-10 p.m., Saturday, October 19 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., or Sunday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
St. Tammany Monster Mash
213 Park Dr., Covington
(985) 898-4435
sthfoundation.org/monstermash
Visit the Northshore for the 35th anniversary Monster Mash to support the STHS Parenting Center and experience trick-or-treating, music, cookie decorating, crafts, carnival rides, and more. The Bogue Falaya Park will host its mini-monsters on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Trunk or Treat
6500 Riverside Dr, Metairie
(504) 887-0225
alcs.org
Head to Atonement Lutheran Church on Saturday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. for a free event featuring 50+ trunks, tons of candy, music, concessions for purchase, and more.