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.
Queen Amann Bakery’s Halloween Treats
Image credit: Queen Amann Bakery | Supplied
It’s not all screams and frights this Halloween; in fact, King Street newcomer Queen Amann Bakery is less haunted and more wanted, dropping limited-time-only specials you need to try before they’re gone. There’s the Trick which puts a spooky spin on their signature kouign-amann with a black sesame eye and raspberry blood jam or the Treat with graveyard maple cold foam, crumble and meringue on black coffee, latte or matchas. Available until 2 November, don’t miss out.
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.
Eat Street Halloween
Northshore’s Eat Street is getting spooky this October for its Halloween Spectacular—transforming the riverside precinct into a neon-lit haunt for three frightfully fun nights. Expect ghoulish costumes, themed eats, and live entertainment that’ll have you dancing with the undead. Trick-or-treating, eerie decorations and half-price entry for anyone in costume makes it the perfect mix of creepy and delicious. Grab your crew, dress to impress (or terrify) and let Eat Street serve up Halloween, Brisbane-style.
The Details
When: Friday 31 October to Sunday 2 November
Where: Eat Street Northshore, Hamilton
Find out more here.
Scarecrow Festival
Take a scenic drive this Halloween season and discover the charming chaos of the Tamborine Mountain Scarecrow Festival. Keep your eyes peeled to spot all the handmade scarecrows that pop up along the roads, gardens and shopfronts as the mountain community is transformed into Scarecrow City. It’s three awesome days of all things quirky and imaginative—and a chance to see local spirit take centre stage. Follow the self-guided trail, snap a few photos, and cast your vote for your favourite straw-stuffed creation. It’s wholesome, weird, wonderfully local, and a perfect afternoon out away from the hustle and bustle..
The Details
When: 23 to 26 October
Where: Various Locations, Tamborine Mountain
Find out more here.
Spooktacular Halloween
Westfield Chermside is turning up the fright factor this Halloween, with a Trick or Treat Trail and Spooky Disco the whole family will love. Little monsters can grab a free pumpkin pail and map to collect treats from 20 different retailers before heading upstairs for a ghoulishly good time under the dome. Think free fairy floss, face painting, roaming performers and a live DJ spinning spooky hits. Don your best costume and get ready to boogie ‘til the bats come home.
The Details
When: 3:30pm to 7:30pm, 31 October
Where: Westfield Chermside, Chermside
Find out more here.
Barks and Brews: Howloween Edition
Get ready for a howlingly good time at Barks and Brews: Howloween Edition, where pups and people alike are invited to dress up, sip brews and soak up the spooky vibes at The Brightside. Expect a huge beer garden buzzing with costumes, free artist-drawn dog portraits, and professional pup photography to capture all the cuteness. Lucky Egg will be serving up fried chicken and offering free meals for the kids, making this free-entry event the ultimate Sunday session for dog lovers and their furry sidekicks.
The Details
When: 12pm to 4pm, Sunday 26 October
Where: The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
Find out more here.
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