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.
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 30, 2026
South Lake Brewing Company
Admission is free, and we’ll have live music from DJ Syndus starting at 6 PM. The costume contest and Halloween games will start at 7 PM, plus we’ll be giving away free candy to our costumed attendees. Our Food Truck will be open for the evening, serving up smash burgers, sandwiches, and more. Grab a bite to eat, plus a beer or seltzer, and get ready to dance the night away for Halloween weekend!
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.
Kahle Community Center Trunk or Treat.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Kahle Community Center
Free! Family-friendly Halloween event. Fun Zone by Minden Bouncers
$5 wristbands. Bounce houses + more! Come in costume and join us for a fun night of Halloween festivities!
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, 2026
The 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.
Whatever your plans for this Halloween, have fun and be safe!
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