Halloween in South Lake Tahoe
By: Anne Sutterfield
Get your costumes ready! From trick-or-treating with the kids to adults-only entertainment, no other holiday lets you indulge your inner devil (or clown, princess, robot…) quite like a South Lake Tahoe Halloween.
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Halloween Events in South Lake Tahoe for All Ages
Tahoe Terror – Haunted House at Bally’s Lake Tahoe
This October, a chilling new experience is coming to Tahoe. Step inside an all-new haunted house packed with dark surprises, frightening encounters, and plenty of reasons to watch your back. Ages 5+. Friay and Saturday nights in October 2026. Hours: 8 PM–Midnight at Opal Ultra Lounge inside Bally’s Lake Tahoe.
Freakers Ride at Bally’s Lake Tahoe
Friday and Saturday,, October 1 through November 1, 2026. Climb aboard our illuminated carriage tours departing nightly from Bally’s Lake Tahoe. Spine-tingling local lore, dazzling lights, and crisp Sierra mountain air—fun for all ages..
Halloween Day Cruise (Kids Cruise Free) on the M.S. Dixie II
Saturday, October 31, 2026
M.S. Dixie II Paddlewheeler.
Looking for a fun way to kick off Halloween before the evening festivities begin? Climb aboard the M.S. Dixie II for a scenic daytime cruise across beautiful Lake Tahoe.
Free Costume Party at South Lake Brewing Company!
Friday, October 24, 2025
South Lake Brewing Company
Kick off your Halloween celebrations with a free costume party at South Lake Brewing Company! We’ll have live music from DJ SMPLMND starting at 6:00 pm and Bear Bites will be our food truck on-site for the evening. Admission is free and costumes are encouraged. We’ll be hosting a costume contest at 7:00 pm with prizes for the winners and giving away free candy as well!
South Lake Tahoe Boo Bash
Saturday, October 25, 2025
South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center
Join us for a night of Halloween fun with costumes, horseless carriage rides, and delicious treats. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to dance the night away with friends and family. Come and enjoy a fang-tastic time at Boo Bash 2025! It’s going to be a Halloween party you won’t want to miss. Tickets will be sold at the door for a price higher than the current ticket price. All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Costume Dinner Cruise Aboard the M.S. Dixie II
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Zephyr Cove Resort
Join us for a Halloween-themed Costume Dinner Cruise aboard the M.S. Dixie II. Get ready for a night of spooky festivities, delicious food, and ghoulish fun as we set sail on the eerie waters. Dress up in your scariest or most creative costume and prepare for a thrilling evening of dining and entertainment on the M.S. Dixie II.
Spectacular Halloween Fair at Zephyr Point
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Zephyr Point
Spectacular Halloween at Zephyr Point is a family-friendly evening benefiting Zephyr Point’s Youth Camps. There will be haunted cabins, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, bounce house, face painting, costume contests, hay rides, and more. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Halloween Celebration at the Heavenly Village
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Heavenly Village Lake Tahoe
The Shops at Heavenly Village has partnered with the City of South Lake Tahoe, Village businesses and participating local organizations to provide the largest FREE trick or treat event for kids on the south shore complete with a $1000 costume contest.
Adults Only
Freaker’s Ball at Bally’s Lake Tahoe
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Bally’s Lake Tahoe
There is no better place to mix and mingle with the creatures of the night than the iconic Lake Tahoe Halloween party that is Freaker’s Ball. $15,000 Costume Contest. Bally’s Showroom.
Halloween Night at Tessies Cocktails & Chords inside Caesars Republic
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
It’s Tessie’s first Halloween, so of course they’re going all out. On Saturday, October 31, Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords transforms into a Haunted Saloon for a full night of live music, spooky decor, costumes and a $3,000 costume contest.
Fright Night Halloween Crawl
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Harrah’s & Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
Crawl your way through Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, where each themed stop offers drink specials, spooky surprises, and cash prizes for the best costume at every location. With $15,000 in CASH prizes up for grabs throughout the night. The evening wraps up at PEEK Nightclub for the grand finale costume contest, offering the biggest prize of the night. Bring your best Halloween look for a chance to win big.
Magic, Mischief, and Mayhem- The Loft’s 10th Annual Halloween Bash and Costume Contest
Saturday, October 31, 2026The Loft Tahoe
The Loft Theatre-Lounge-Dining is pleased to announce Magic, Mischief, and Mayhem– The Loft’s 10th Annual Halloween Bash and Costume Contest on Saturday, October 31, 2026 in the Heavenly Village, featuring DJ BRONKS.
Halloween Party at Lake Tahoe AleWorX Stateline
Friday, October 31 & Saturday, November 1, 2025
AleWorX Stateline
Join us for one of the hottest Halloween parties in Lake Tahoe at Lake Tahoe AleWorX – Stateline on Friday, October 31st and Saturday, November 1st, 2025! Live DJs and drink specials all night. 21+. Free parking. Bottle service is available.
Whatever your plans for this Halloween, have fun and be safe!
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