Are you ready for a scary good time this Halloween in Chicago? The city is filled with spine-chilling pop-up bars, haunted events, and eerily good drink specials to celebrate the spookiest time of year. From a lavish Halloween party at a haunted hotel to a bar transformed into a classic haunted house to plenty of festive photo ops, there are Halloween treats (and tricks) for everyone in Chicago.

Chicago Halloween bars and pop-ups

Nightmare on Clark Street at Stolen Saddle
Oct. 10 – Nov. 3
Located in the heart of Wrigleyville, Nightmare on Clark Street transforms a bar into an all-out haunted haven. Bring your ghoul-friends for Halloween cocktails, Jello shot syringes, Instagrammable photo ops, and plenty of screams. Tickets are on sale now.

Black Lagoon Pop-Up at The Parlour at The Albion
Oct. 1 – Nov. 1 
A Halloween pop-up with plenty of boos! Black Lagoon is an immersive Halloween pop-up that is taking over The Albion Manor. First held at The Dungeon in New Orleans, this traveling pop-up transforms bars across the country into themed experiences. Enjoy their signature creepy cocktails and decor.

Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up
Now open through Nov. 2, 2025
Welcome to the largest outdoor Halloween experience in Chicago! Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up is more than just your average pumpkin patch. Enjoy a corn maze, more than 10,000 pumpkins, a full bar, fortune tellers, axe throwing, carnival games, and food trucks serving up everyone’s favorite fall fare. Come for the pumpkin pictures, stay for the cider donuts. Ghouls and goblins of all ages are welcome.

Halloween Town Pop-Up Experience at Tree House Chicago
Now open through Nov. 16, 2025
Tree House Chicago is bringing Tim Burton’s iconic film to life with a one-of-a-kind Nightmare Before Christmas pop-up experience. Fans can explore an immersive Halloween Town, complete with ghoulish sets and photo ops, illuminated pumpkins, and themed food and cocktails inspired by the movie. The event is family-friendly until 8 p.m., after which the venue turns into a devilish den for the 21-plus crowd.

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Chicago Halloween parties and events

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Terror in the Tropics at Three Dots and a Dash
Friday, Oct. 31
This Halloween, Three Dots and a Dash is hosting a one-night cocktail showcase featuring six acclaimed tropical-themed bars from across the country. Sip on craft drinks from Miami’s Bar Kaiju, Pittsburgh’s Hidden Harbor, San Francisco’s Last Rites, and more. Treat yourself to signature cocktails and a laid-back island vibe in River North.

Nightmare on Wacker Drive: Dia De Los Muertos at LondonHouse Chicago
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Experience a lavish Halloween celebration at LondonHouse Chicago’s multi-level space. You’ll find premium bars and live DJs spread between the indoor lounge, ballroom, and rooftop bar. Make sure to stick around until midnight for the costume contest. The first-place winner will receive an overnight stay at the hotel and two tickets to the upcoming New Year’s Eve party. 

Freaky Friday: Memes and Nightmares at The Promontory
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
This Hyde Park establishment will host their annual Halloween bash, with local DJs fusing multiple genres and a Halloween costume contest. Dress to impress in a costume inspired by your favorite viral moment or meme and get ready to turn heads.

Adults Night Out: Howl-o-ween at Lincoln Park Zoo
Friday, Oct. 24, 2025
Get ready for a “fang”-tastic time at Lincoln Park Zoo’s Howl-o-ween. Guests can enjoy an evening stroll through animal exhibits with cocktails in hand at this adults-only event. Ticket holders will also find a live DJ, a haunted trail, and free rides on the carousel and giant slide. 

Haunted House Party at Shedd Aquarium
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
It’s a monster mash under the sea! Shedd Aquarium’s first-ever Haunted House Party is conjuring house beats, creepy costumes, and deep-sea thrills at this adults-only bash. Admission includes access to all exhibits and live entertainment — come haunt the halls and make a splash!

Haunted Halloween Ball at the Congress Plaza Hotel
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Experience a thrilling night at “one of the most haunted hotels in the world.” The Congress Plaza Hotel’s Haunted Halloween Ball is back for a ghoulishly good time. The hotel’s ballroom will transform into an abandoned hotel overrun by vampire bellmen, zombie cocktail servers, and costumed go-go dancers. Tickets (21+) and VIP tables are now on sale.

Chicago Vampire Ball at Stars & Garters
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025
Vampires from across the Midwest, you’re invited to a wild Halloween event at Stars & Garters. This Vampire Queen competition will include burlesque entertainment, unique photo ops, and more. Vampiric attire required — come dressed to slay.

Halloween Bash at Punch Bowl Social
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Look forward to killer good vibes at Punch Bowl Social’s Halloween Bash, featuring a live DJ, flash tattoos by Archer Avenue Tattoo artists, and tarot readings to peek into your haunted future. Show off your costume for a shot at the $250 contest prize, and sip on a free featured cocktail with your ticket.

Edgar Allan Poe Readings at Glessner House
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Brace yourself for a chilling night as Lifeline Theatre brings Edgar Allan Poe’s darkest tales to life through dramatic live readings. From iconic works like The Raven to eerie hidden gems, this spine-tingling annual event is a Halloween favorite that sells out fast. Not suitable for young audiences…enter if you dare.

Music Box of Horrors: Dead and Loving It!
Oct. 1 – 31, 2025
All October long, catch cult favorites and spooky classics during the Music Box Theatre’s horror film series Dead and Loving It! Each night offers a fresh dose of macabre cinematic surprises, plus live Q&A events with special guests, such as actor Crispin Glover and director Gary Sherman. Whether you’re into slashers, supernatural scares, or vintage frights, there’s something lurking for everyone.

Masquerade Ball at Carnivale
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Carnivale’s Masquerade Ball is where Halloween meets high style during an evening of mystery, indulgence, and nonstop entertainment. Enjoy signature dishes, a premium open bar, and dazzling performances by aerialists and more while you dance the night away.

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