Halloween Events & Festivals in Phoenix - 2011

Halloween in Phoenix -- It isn't Just For Kids Anymore

If you are looking for safe trick-or-treating, ghost busters, zombies, costume parties and other Halloween activities, you've come to the right place. These are arranged primarily in date order. Of course, there are other ways to celebrate Halloween, and you'll find those here:

• Pick-a-Pumpkin, Harvest Festivals and Pumpkin Patch Farms
• Haunted Houses
• Halloween Parties at Local Resorts, Restaurants and Bars

And there's more to Halloween in Phoenix, like costume stores, photo galleries and more: Everything You Need to Know About Greater Phoenix Halloween

I update this list frequently, so check back often!

Spooktacular Golf

Experience an 18-hole miniature golf course that has undergone a terrifying transformation! Opens at 11 a.m., closes midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, 10 p.m. all other nights. $6.82 per child; $7.82 per adult.
See a picture of Spooktacular Golf.
Location: Golfland, Mesa
In 2011: September 30 - October 31

Ghosts of Phoenix Tour

A walking tour of The Hotel San Carlos in Downtown Phoenix with access to areas that are not open to the general public. Visit the paranormal hotspots and hear stories about the personalities who are said to haunt them. Guides will provide some historical information, along with stories passed down by staff members and past guests. Tickets are $13 for ages 13+ and $7 for ages 8-12. Reservations are required.
Location: Hotel San Carlos, 202 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix
In 2011: Most Friday and Saturday evenings throughout October, November, and December at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Little Bunny's Halloween presented by Great Arizona Puppet Theater

Not scary and meant to be enjoyed by little kids, ages preschool to Grade 3.
Location: 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, AZ 85003
In 2011: October 5 through October 30

PoeFest

Arizona Curriculum Theater presents a month-long celebration of the short stories and poems of Edgar Allan Poe. Audiences are invited inside the walls of a 19th Century asylum for the criminally insane where inmates will recount their grisly crimes. Tickets: $20 general admission, students $15. No assigned seats. 8 years of age and older, parental discretion advised.
Location: Soul Invictus Theatre and Gallery, 1022 NW Grand Avenue, Phoenix on the north side of Grand Avenue between 10th and 11th Avenues.
In 2011: October 6 - 9, 13 - 16, 20 - 23, 27 - 31

Trick or Treat! A Halloween Puppet Show

This special puppet show has all of the fun thrills and chills of a good Halloween story but with a twist at the end. Theater Works' Puppet Works is ideal for children (3+) and adults alike. Presented by the Youth Theater at Theater Works. "Make-n-Take" Puppet Workshop following each performance (nominal fee).
Location: Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, Black Box Theater
In 2011: October 8, 15, 22, 29

Paranormal Investigation

The Phoenix Arizona Paranormal Society conducts a paranormal investigation of the Mesa Historical Museum. Using the latest in technical equipment, the investigators will seek to capture and explain ghostly happenings. Do pianos really play themselves, do objects move on their own, and who has been seen sitting in the museum's wagon? Bring a flashlight and wear comfortable shoes. No children under 16. Light refreshments. Tickets are $25 and all proceeds go to benefit the Mesa Historical Museum.
Location: Arizona Museum of Natural History, Main and Macdonald in downtown Mesa
In 2011: October 8, 15 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Spooktacular Concert

Get into the Halloween spirit with this kid-friendly spooktacular concert. The Encore Quartet will be performing kid friendly Halloween themed music such as the Ghostbuster's theme and Sorcerer's Apprentice. Families are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and food. Free.
Location: City of Chandler Veterans Oasis Park
In 2011: Thursday, October 13 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

A Vampire Tale

By Scorpius Dance Theatre. A young woman searches for her lost love only to find he has been lured into a band of bloodsuckers. Frightened yet fascinated, the girl struggles to avoid becoming part of their underworld when she becomes infatuated with the king vampire. A story with passion, lust, and jealousy, A Vampire Tale is an intense spectacle of dark debauchery. The production features dark and sexy drama, quirky and comedic episodes, and visually stunning aerial feats. New twists and turns this year include an interactive beginning with audience participation, additional choreography, and additional aerial performances. Tickets start at $25 (plus fees). Tickets for the closing night performance are $35 and include a post-performance VIP party. Those wearing a vampire costume receive a $5 discount.
Location: Phoenix Theatre
In 2011: October 13-15 and 19-22 at 7:30 p.m.; October 14-15 and 21-22 at 9:30 p.m.