The Best Halloween Markets, Parties And Things To Do In Brisbane 2025
While there once was a time when we left the Halloween fun to our American friends with pumpkin spiced lattes in hand, Brisbane has well and truly embraced the spooky spirit. From frightful festivals to ghastly parades and plenty of trick-or-treating opportunities for the little ones, there are plenty of ways to get your pants scared off while having a whole lot of fun. Plus, with 31 October falling on a Friday this year, there really is no reason why you shouldn’t say g’day to all the things that go bump in the night.
Check out the best things to do in Brisbane this Halloween… if you dare:
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Trick Or Treat Little Stanley St
Looking for a night that’s more treat than trick? South Bank’s Trick or Treat Little Stanley Street is back and better than ever, transforming the riverside strip into a spooky playground for the whole family. Expect a spine-tingling scavenger hunt, a ghost train, eerie roving performances, and a free outdoor cinema showing Halloween classics like Casper and The Addams Family. There’ll be themed eats, kids’ crafts, and plenty of spots for trick-or-treating along the way. With free entry and two nights of haunting fun, this is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween under the stars at South Bank.
The Details
When: 31 October and 1 November 2025
Where: Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Spooky Putt Putt
Swing if you dare through this frightfully fun putt putt course making its return to Brisbane this Halloween. Featuring ghoulish decorations, wicked hole designs, and plenty of ‘gram-worthy moments, the hair-raising course is full of fore-bidden fun. The fairways are where bogeys meet boogeymen, from the Terrors of the Tide to the twisted tents of the Freakshow. Whether you’re dodging giant pumpkins or tiptoeing through cursed tombs, you’re in for a hole lot of haunting at this family-friendly adventure. Online bookings are essential, so make yours here.
The Details
When: Until 2 November
Where: Victoria Park, Herston
Find out more here.
Festival Of Frights
Looking for a night filled with frightful fun? Redcliffe Market is scaring up a storm this October with their Festival of Frights. This Halloween-themed market is sure to send shivers down your spine, featuring delicious bites and wicked activities. There will be a scavenger hunt and best dress competition, towering stilt-walkers and over 200 stalls to explore. With free entry, this is the perfect way to embrace the spooky season with your favourite ghouls, witches and monsters alongside.
The Details
When: 4pm to 9pm, Saturday 25 October
Where: Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe
Find out more here.
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Halloween Markets
Looking for a spook-tacular outing this Halloween? South City Square is turning up the thrills with its Halloween Markets, promising a night full of frightful fun for all ages. Wander through market stalls brimming with Halloween goodies, grab a bite from delicious food trucks, and dance to the live music under the moonlight. There’ll be face painters for the little ghouls and goblins, plus free entry and two hours of free parking. So dust off your best costumes and get ready for a fang-tastic night of fun, food and festivities at South City Square
The Details
When: 4:30pm to 9pm, Friday 31 October
Where: South/City/SQ, Wooloongabba
Find out more here.
Wynnum Halloween Parade
The Wynnum Halloween Parade is back this October, ready to morph Bay Terrace into a spooktacular street party. Kicking off with a Trick or Treat Trail and rolling into an evening of markets, rides, food trucks and live entertainment, there’s plenty to keep the whole family bewitched. Don your best costume for the popular Best Dressed Competition before the main parade marches off at 5:30pm. With free entry and hauntingly good community spirit, Wynnum is without a doubt the place to be this Halloween.
The Details
When: From 3pm, Saturday 25 October
Where: Wynnum Central, Wynnum
Find out more here.
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