Halloween in Las Vegas 2023: The Best, Scariest Activities in Sin City

October has arrived, and Las Vegas is awakening once again with Halloween spirit. Sin City’s tradition of turning Halloween into an unforgettable celebration is no different in 2023—from spine-tingling thrills to family-friendly fun, Halloween in Las Vegas has something for everyone.

In this year’s Vegas Halloween guide, we’ll uncover the best eerie and exciting Halloween-themed experiences planned for 2023. Whether you’re an adult seeking thrills or a family in search of safe, spooky entertainment, Las Vegas has you covered.

Let the Halloween festivities begin!

From escape rooms to haunted houses, to one of the best-known costume parties in the country, if you’re in search of a more sinful or scary Halloween experience, Las Vegas has something for you. Here are 3 of the best Las Vegas Halloween parties to add to your itinerary:

This Halloween Ball has been coined Las Vegas’ “wildest Halloween Party” and “one of 5 events to attend before you die” by Maxim Magazine. Going strong for 27 years, this party offers a variety of DJs and adult performers and typically sees over 5,000 people in attendance.

You must be 21 years of age or older to attend. See the website for dress code requirements.

Immerse yourself in the terrifying interactive shows and haunted houses of the Freakling Bros. Trilogy of Terror. Join a coven in Coven of 13, brave the only R-rated haunted house in the state in Gates of Hell, or explore Castle Vampyre.

Rated the “#1 Scariest Haunt in the country” by USA Today, some of the houses are 17+ (or 13+ with parental supervision required) and require you to sign a waiver and learn a safe word.

Enter the world of not one, but two of your favorite horror movies. The Saw Escape Room was recognized as the “Nation’s Top Escape Room” by USA Today, and they’re bringing back Escape Blair Witch for 2023. “Filled with live actors, immersive sets, and plenty of scares, the Official Saw Escape Room & Escape Blair Witch prides itself on bringing the frights for a full hour of mystery solving.” You can opt for one or dare to tackle both—the choice is yours.

The Las Vegas Halloween party doesn’t end with adult-friendly attractions. If you’re traveling with kids this October, there’s lots of spooky family-friendly activities too. Here are 5 of the most popular:

Get out your best costumes and enjoy themed trick-or-treat stations and live entertainment at Springs Preserve, just 7 minutes from the Strip. You can also take part in carnival games, crafts, and “test your bravery at Boo!town, where ghostly characters are lurking about.”

Note: Tickets for this event sell out fast.

Friendly witches and ghosts excitedly await your arrival to HallOVeen, where spooky characters take over the 2.5 acre theme park every October. Forest-goers can expect to enjoy rides, decorated trees, jack-o-lanterns, nightly entertainment, trick-or-treat stations, carnival games & more.

In nearby Summerlin—just 25 minutes from the Strip—be sure to check out the family-friendly Halloween Parade of Mischief that happens every Friday and Saturday in October. It features a brand new alien pod, a Día de los Muertos float, an Addams Family float, dancing zombies – and more! Best of all, it’s totally free.

If you’re all about fun without the frights, Gilcrease Orchard is your go-to spot for a morning or early afternoon of family-friendly activities. Expect to enjoy the following:

Gather the entire family for a day of pumpkin picking, games, rides, and everything that makes October special. Halloween Town Las Vegas has 3 locations across Southern Nevada to choose from. Don’t miss out on trick-or-treating at the Boca Park & Silverado Ranch locations from October 27 to 29!

Whether you’re on the hunt for family-friendly fun or an adults-only night out, the wide range of Halloween attractions in Las Vegas promises an unforgettable experience. Happy haunting!

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