Another month bites the dust! With fall in full swing and spooky attractions all over the city, there’s no shortage of things to keep you entertained this month. From ghoulish haunts to fun autumnal events. Here are the best things to do in and around Seattle this October.
Free Museum Days
Did you know that plenty of museums around Seattle have FREE admission on the first Thursday of the month? Enjoy a day of culture and learning at places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, Museum of History & Industry, Museum of Flight, Nordic Museum, Seattle Japanese Garden, and the Tacoma Art Museum. Just make sure to reserve your free timeslot online!
When: Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
Where: Multiple locations in Seattle
Cost: Fre
My Morbid Mind Haunted House
If you don’t mind the 1-hour drive, the My Morbid Mind Haunted House is inside an old barn at 4548 Marvin Road SE in Lacey filled with spooky rooms, props, animatronics and pneumatics, and special effects.
When: Friday, October 4th until Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Where: 4548 Marvin Rd SE, Lacey
Cost: $22+
Sponsored Pick: The Skin of Our Teeth
This action-packed comedy takes you on a wild ride through history with a massive cast, jaw-dropping sets, and surprises at every turn. Enjoy free arcade games, local sweet treats, and unique community pop-ups in the carnival-like lobby.
When: Thursday, September 26th until Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Where: Bagley Wright Theater, 155 Mercer Street, Seattle
Cost: $20+
Tacoma Greek Festival
Get it to the Greek! Enjoy a traditional Greek cultural festival less than one hour out of the city. The St. Nicholas Dancers will be back with live performances that you can watch while enjoying hand-made Greek pastries along with foods like gyros, calamari, Greek fries, souvlaki (sausage), and loukomathes. Wear stretchy pants!
When: Friday, October 4th to Saturday, October 6th, 2024
Where: 1523 Yakima Pk Ave S, Tacoma
Cost: Free
Oktoberfest in Burien
Get a little taste of Oktoberfest on THIS side of the world. Burien’s Oktoberfest event will feature local breweries, food vendors, live music, competitions, kids’ activities, root beer (for those under 21), and a 5K/1K race at Town Square Park. Bring running shoes.
When: Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Where: 15100 6th Avenue SW, Burien
Cost: $25
Regency Ball
This Bridgerton-inspired event lets you experience the glamour of the Ton for one magical evening. Prepare for elegant dances, witty conversation, and dare we say, romantic intrigue? Whatever happens, it’s bound to be an unforgettable night.
When: Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Where: King Street Ballroom, 6th Floor 255 S King Street, Seattle
Cost: $128+
Autumn Moon Night Market
Wander, shop, and eat your way through the historic Magnuson Park Hangar 30 as you explore the over 30,000 sq ft indoor/outdoor marketplace. There will be over 100 booths, food trucks, and cocktail bars along with a photo booth and live entertainment. This is a 21+ event, and it’s a lot to take in under one roof!
When: Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Where: 6310 Northeast 74th Street, Seattle
Cost: $19+
Cider & Ale Trail
Head down to historic downtown Kent and enjoy a curated spread of craft breweries, cideries, & distilleries. There will be live music, shopping, and prizes to be won.
When: Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Where: 202 West Gowe Street, Kent
Cost: $20+
Water Lantern Festival
You have to experience this magical event at least once! Be dazzled by the thousands of lit lanterns as they dance and reflect on the surface of the water. This event is expected to sell out soon, so hurry! And if you were concerned, all lanterns are collected by the amazing staff after the event.
When: Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Where: 7312 West Green Lake Dr, Seattle
Cost: $28+
Turkish Festival
Come down and experience the free and fantastic Turkfest! You’ll get to try traditional Turkish food while you watch live dance, music, and games. There will also be a marketplace to shop and a kids’ corner to keep the little ones busy.
When: Saturday October 12th to Sunday, October 13th, 2024
Where: Armory, 305 Harrison St, Seattle
Cost: Free
Fall Mead Festival
Check out nine local meaderies at this fall festival in Seattle. Sample fall favorites at the covered outdoor street cafe, meet the makers, and take home a bottle or two.
When: Sunday, October 13th, 2024
Where: Skål Beer Hall, 5429 Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle
Cost: $37.35
Haunted Chocolate Factory
A haunted chocolate factory? Yes, please! This family-friendly experience has you solve puzzles in a dark factory to earn chocolate treats. Recommended for ages 8+.
When: Thursday, October 17th to Sunday, October 20th & Thursday, October 24th to Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Where: 1180 Andover Park West, Tukwila
Cost: $20
This Is Halloween
This Is Halloween is an original adaptation parody of the misadventures of Jack Skellington, made into a dark fantasy burlesque musical! There are 21+ as well as modified all-ages performances to choose from.
When: Thursday, October 17th until Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: The Triple Door, 216 Union St, Seattle
Cost: $49+
PROOF WA Distillery Festival
Sip and samples from local distilleries both large and small. There will be everything from gin to whiskey and amari. You can also purchase bottles to take home, and additional profits go back to the WA Distillers Guild to help local distilleries through legislative efforts, education, events, and more.
When: Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Where: 2931 1st Avenue South, #Suite A, Seattle
Cost: $65+
Disney on Ice
Take a magical journey with your favorite Disney characters. Tickets for Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars, are selling fast, so don’t wait! Please note that costumes are not permitted for guests 14 years and older. We know, bummer.
When: Wednesday, October 23rd until Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Where: Showare Center, Kent
Cost: $30+
After Hours: Halloween
Hang out “with the fishes” after hours! This 21+ event will take over Piers 59 and 60 at the Aquarium. Creep around the habitats at night, boogie to bone-chillingly good music, and sink your teeth into tasty food and beverages available for purchase.
When: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Where: Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59, Seattle
Cost: $45+
Shop of Horrors Halloween Party
The beloved annual Halloween party is back! Show off your best moves with two DJ Stages with separate electronic and hip-hop dance areas, lasers, fire dancers and performers, and multiple bars with food and drinks for purchase.
When: Friday, October 25th, 2024
Where: 2233 6th Avenue S, Seattle
Cost: $55 for early bird tickets, $70 GA
BOO Seattle
It’s a spooky music dance festival like no other! Get your tickets and prepare to enter a nightmarish world of tricks and treats, sinister roaming creatures, stilt-walkers and fire twirlers, larger-than-life art installations, and multiple sound stages guaranteed to raise the dead.
When: Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Where: WAMU Theater, 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle
Cost: $177+
The Witching Hour
This Halloween circus show and dance party is pretty much guaranteed to thrill you! Step behind the curtains and experience a dark carnival that will challenge your grasp of reality. The Friday event will be the show only, while the Saturday event features a live show and after-party.
When: Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Where: Emerald City Trapeze Arts: 2702 6th Ave South, Seattle
Cost: $50+
Seattle Halloween Haunted Hotel Rooftop Party
Celebrate Halloween on one of Seattle’s most famous rooftops! Costumes are encouraged for the haunted-hotel-themed event, featuring top DJs, drinks, and party favors. General and VIP tickets available.
When: Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Where: King Street Ballroom & Perch, 255 South King Street, Seattle
Cost: $33+
80s Halloween Party
Kick it like the good ol’ days at this 80s-themed Halloween dance party. The event features Nite Wave, the 80s New Wave tribute, performing New Wave hits from Duran Duran, INXS, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, The Cure, New Order, Prince, Depeche Mode, and more!
When: Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Where: Nectar Lounge, 412 N 36th St, Seattle
Cost: $27+
Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair
This recurring event has to be a local favorite. Browse thousands of collectible books, prints, maps, autographs, photographs, posters, postcards, ephemera, manuscripts, broadsides, and unique finds for sale.
When: Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Where: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St, Seattle
Cost: $10+
The Museum of Fright
Head to the Museum of Flight for an extra-special Halloween-themed experience. You’ll find Halloween-themed games and activities across the galleries that are sure to spark imagination and get in the Halloween spirit. The exhibit is free with membership and included with general museum admission.
When: Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Where: Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S, Seattle
Cost: Free for members, $26 for adults
Run Scared
Celebrate Halloween with a scary Halloween run in your own neighborhood (virtual option), or at Seward Park in Seattle. Event registration includes swag and day-of events like a costume contest, hot apple cider, candy corn tasting bar, free kids dash, pre-race treasure hunt, photo booth, and more. Register online for the 10K, 5K, or 2-mile walk with money benefitting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
When: Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Where: Seward Park
Cost: $40+
Titanic Exhibition
Marvel at original artifacts and personal belongings that tell touching stories of the ship’s passengers and crew. You can even walk through recreated first-class and third-class rooms as they would have looked aboard the Titanic. Your ticket includes an audio guide with stories, period music, and sound effects.
When: Now until October 27th, 2024
Where: Maritime Building, 906 Alaskan Way, Seattle
Cost: $34+
Nile Nightmares
Your one-stop-shop for all the scares you can handle. This venue has multiple haunted attractions, including outdoor walks, indoor mazes, a food court, a beer garden, and more. Please note escape rooms cost extra.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: 6601 244th St SW, Mountlake Terrace
Cost: $35
Underground History Tour
Discover Pioneer Square, Seattle’s original neighborhood, on this guided walking tour. Explore underground pathways built over 120 years ago and learn about Seattle’s history and the events that shaped it. Each small-group tour is approximately one hour long with insider tips from a professional, local guide.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: 102 Cherry St, Seattle
Cost: $40+
Haunted History Ghost Tours
Rumoured to be one of Seattle’s best ghost tours, explore historical locations around Seattle, and examine unexplained and mysterious phenomena. Rather than actors, all the tour guides on this tour are real Paranormal Investigators or Psychics.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: Multiple locations in Seattle
Cost: $15
Capital Hill Ghost Tour
This is the 18th year of the Capital Hill Ghost Tour, a fun and relaxed guided walking historical tour of the Pike, Pine, and Broadway areas. Explore Seattle’s most historically haunted locations and see if you spot any famous ghosts as you listen to local scary stories – like Seattle’s first serial killer!
When: Every Saturday up to Halloween on Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Where: Begins in front of Elliott Bay Bookstore, 1521 10th Ave, Seattle
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Haunted Cocktail Party
House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soirée is an immersive cocktail party hosted inside an elegantly macabre haunted mansion! Enjoy craft cocktails and a night of music, surreal magic, macabre characters, and interactive guest experiences.
When: Dates throughout the fall
Where: DAR Rainier Chapter House, 800 E Roy St, Seattle
Cost: $69+
Georgetown Morgue
Start your Halloween early with one of the spookiest things to do in Seattle. This fan-favorite Haunted House is located at the Georgetown Morgue, and it’s back for another year! It’s considered to be one of the city’s premier haunted attractions, and we’re getting chills just writing about it!
When: Now until Sunday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: Georgetown Morgue, 5000 E Marginal Way S, Seattle
Cost: $35+
Frighthouse Station
Tacoma’s ultimate Haunted House invites you to the underground, where lights fade and hope dwindles. Frighthouse Station is a “high-detail, story-driven horror experience!” Start racking up spooky experiences for Halloween, this one kicks off on Friday!
When: Starts Friday, September 27th until Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: 626 East 25th Street, Tacoma
Cost: $19+
There are so many things to do in Seattle this October – have a great time!
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