Events Features Halloween Holiday Events EVENT Guide To Connecticut Halloween Parties, Events, Bars & Restaurants (2026 Edition) Carly Terzigni October 21, 2026 There’s an undeniable chill in the air which can only mean one thing: Halloween is right around the corner! If you’re looking to celebrate with the entire family or just your adult pals, there’s a Halloween party, trick-or-treat event, or evening soiree for you. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Halloween party without costumes, so double check the event listing to see if you want to dress for the occasion! This guide is organized by county, so simply scroll to your local area to see what events are taking place near you.FAIRFIELD COUNTYPalmer’s Market-Darien https://www.palmersdarien.com/For those who’d rather host than haunt the town, Palmer’s Gourmet-to-Go brings Halloween home with effortless entertaining in mind. Their savory menu includes Halloween Sandwiches cut in creative designs like ghosts and bats, Mummy Dogs, and Deviled Eyeballs. It wouldn’t be Halloween without the sweets. You can also order “Poison” Apples, Graveyard Dirt Cups, Creepy Cannolis, and an assortment of cake pops, cookies, and cupcakes. Playfully presented and deliciously prepared, every dish is ready for pickup or delivery — order online by October 28th. https://www.palmersdarien.com/order-online/#/restaurants/palmersmarket/14987/menus/54485Dave’s Planet Pizza-Norwalk www.davesmobileplanetpizza.comThe pre-orders are already rolling in, so be sure to get in on the Don’t-Cook-Let’s-Get-to-Trick-or-Treating Dinner game! Hot pizza, made with love and care by the one and only Dave. This year, enjoy special Halloween-themed pizzas in the shape of pumpkins, bats, and ghosts! The specialty pizzas are available now through October 30 (not available the night of Halloween). The dough is made fresh, the sauce is made from sun-kissed California tomatoes, and they use whole milk mozzarella from Wisconsin and vibrant fresh basil to just start with the basics. Your gang is not in the mood for pizza, you say? Try their creative salads, party subs, calzones, platters, or things from the kids’ menu to keep your costumed cuties happy.314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza-Norwalkhttps://314beergarden.com/314 Beer Garden transforms into the 314 Fear Garden for a full week of Halloween fun, featuring Boos & Barks Yappy Hour with a dog costume contest, horror trivia, Kids' Fall-O-Ween, live music, DJs, Karaoke and more. The week wraps up on Halloween night with the annual Graveyard Bash featuring Badboy and a huge costume contest with three $314 cash prizes.Aquila’s Nest Vineyard-Newtownwww.aquilasnestvineyards.comThe vineyard transforms into a Halloween dance floor with DJ Bingo on Saturday October 31 starting at 6:30 pm! Sip your favorite wines, show off your costume, and keep the energy going until the very end of the night. Admission is $20 per person and is limited to those ages 21 years and older.BE Chocolat-Fairfieldhttps://www.bechocolat.com/Get into the Halloween spirit with BE Chocolat’s limited-edition spooky sweets - from ghostly pralines to pumpkin-shaped delights that are as delicious as they are hauntingly beautiful. Pick up your favorites at the Fairfield Atelier, McArdle’s in Greenwich, or have them shipped right to your door.The Blind Rhino-Bridgeport, Norwalkhttps://www.theblindrhino.com/The Blind Rhino is hosting a series of Halloween gatherings, including parties at all three of their locations on Saturday, October 31. Pumpkin carving will take place at all three locations on Monday, October 26. Broken Symmetry-Bethel https://www.brokensymmetrybrew.com/Stop at Broken Symmetry during Bethel’s Trick-or-Treat Street on October 31 from 1-3pm. Return later that evening for Halloween Live Band Karaoke! Join “We Are Rehearsal” from 6-9pm, where you can take the stage with a full band backing you up!El Segundo-Norwalkhttps://www.elsegundorestaurants.com/norwalk/Their Halloween Dance Party will feature DJ Jesse on Friday October 30th starting at 8pm. The event will include tastings, giveaways, food & drink specials, and prizes for best costumes. Also, be sure to attend their Dia de Los Muertos festival on Sunday, November 1st – their “Sunday of the Dead” Party! Food and drink specials include $1 wings and $5 select beers and cocktails.Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill-Fairfieldhttps://www.geronimobarandgrill.com/Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill is hosting a “Three Days of the Dead” celebration beginning October 30, offering three days of food and drink specials, weekend brunch, live music and DJs, a costume contest and more. The passport challenge invites guests who visit either of the Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill locations or Camacho Garage all three days to enter to win prize packages. For more information, visit www.geronimobarandgrill.com. The Haven-Norwalkhttps://www.thehavensono.com/SHHHH ... Step inside The Haven Speakeasy this Halloween for a sultry night of prix fixe dinner, cocktails, burlesque dancers, and DJ beats. Dress to tempt in your best burlesque look, dapper gentleman’s attire, or a costume worthy of the spotlight for the cash prize.J Bagels & Cafe-Trumbullhttp://jbagelstrumbull.com/Halloween is here at J Bagels& Cafe with their signature rainbow bagels going spooky for the rest of the month! Stop by and stay for a while - their space is warm and inviting, offering free Wi-Fi for those who need to get some work done.Lachat Town Farm-Westonhttps://www.lachattownfarm.org/On October 30 and 31, Lachat is turning up the chills with two adults-only nights of fright and delight! At 7:00pm you can sip on hot toddies, wine and beer from the Lachat Bar and indulge in Halloween inspired chocolates from Westport’s chocolatier while you cozy up around the fire-pit. At 7:30, venture into the dark of night to the candlelit barn for two dramatic readings of Edgar Allen Poe’s The Tell Tale Heart and Mask of the Red Death. L’Escale-Greenwichhttps://lescalerestaurant.com/Join L’Escale for their Halloween Soirée on Friday, October 31 from 10pm to late! There will be a DJ, band, specialty cocktails, and late-night snacks. The winner of Best Costume wins a magnum of wine. There’s a $45 cover charge per person and you can buy tickets online.Magic 5 Pie Co.-Norwalkhttps://magic5pieco.com/Check out their BOGO Halloween Takeout Special! They know you’re busy getting ready for Trick or Treat. Don’t forget to order Magic 5 Pizza. Buy one Get one Cheese to go!!!Moli Restaurant-Greenwichhttps://www.moligreenwich.com/The MŌLÌ annual Halloween Masquerade Gala is back on October 31 from 10:30 pm to 2:00 am featuring DJ Jon Blak. Formal attire and masks are required. General admission cost $75, dinner and gala costs $100. Ener the Masquerade Best Outfit Contest where you could win a $300 MŌLÌ gift card.Molly Darcy’s-Danburywww.mollydarcy.comHalloween Eve features DJ Matteum with line dancing from 8 to 11, followed by a costume party until 2 a.m. On Halloween Night, DJ Ilardi kicks off at 10 p.m. Prizes for best costumes!Nod Hill Brewery-Ridgefieldhttps://www.nodhillbrewery.com/Be sure to dress up in your Halloween costume for Nod Hill’s 9th anniversary party all day October 31! A costume contest is on deck along with bands, a DJ, food trucks, and more. Free to attend!Oddities Flea Market at Foolproof Brewingwww.eventbrite.comSaturday, Oct 31, Foolproof Brewing in Bridgeport will host 50+ vendors of rare taxidermy, antiques and curiosities, curated by Ryan Matthew Cohn (Oddities), plus Amy Bruni of Haunted Road signing her book, tarot, flash tattoos and Foolproof’s full bar. Costumes are encouraged.VIP 11 AM, GA 12–6 PM · $20 / $35 + fees. Tickets here.Sign of the Whale-Stamfordhttps://www.signofthewhalect.com/Dress up your four-legged friend and join Sign of the Whale for their Howl-O-Ween rooftop brunch October 24 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm (or happy hour from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm). On October 31, they will host their Halloween Masquerade Brunch with music by DJ NIck Dirocco.The Spread-Norwalkwww.thespreadsono.comDare to enter the “Night of the Living Spread” Halloween Bash on Saturday Oct 31st starting at 6pm. Enjoy a DJ, food and drink specials, and prizes for best costumes.Stew Leonard’s-Danbury, Norwalkhttps://stewleonards.com/Children ages 8 and younger are invited to dress in their costumes and come to Stew Leonard's at their Danbury and Norwalk locations to go Trick-or-Treating on October 27 at 4 pm. Stew Leonard's famous characters, including "Wow the Cow" will be available for taking photos with the children. Don’t forget to pick up a bottle of their NEW Stew’s Screamsicle Milk – a frightfully delicious orange-cream treat comes in our nostalgic, collectible glass bottle—just in time for spooky season!Tony's at The J House-Greenwichhttps://www.tonysatthejhouse.com/Tony’s Annual Halloween Party is almost here! Get ready for killer cocktails, wicked costumes, and a Halloween night you won’t want to miss! The fun takes place on Saturday, October 31, starting at 9 PM. Enjoy a live DJ, costume contest & prizes. $50 admission includes a themed cocktail OR complimentary entry with dinner!Troupe429-Norwalkwww.troupe429.comLooking for Halloween parties, fall events and fun things to do in Connecticut this October? Celebrate spooky season at Troupe429 in downtown Norwalk, CT with a full month of parties, performances, dancing, karaoke, trivia, special events and Halloween fun. All events are FREE! (except 10/18 Drag Brunch, tickets are available now!). On Halloween, October 31, come to “the best Halloween party EVER!” with happy hour from 7-8pm and dancing until 2am.Wakeman Town Farm-Westporthttps://www.wakemantownfarm.org/Join Wakemake Town Farm for their Halloween Tot Parade on October 27 at 2:00 pm (rain date is October 29). Dress your wee ones in costume, and join for a Halloween event for parents and littles ages 0-5. Each child will receive a mini pumpkin donated by Trader Joe's of Westport.NEW HAVEN COUNTYDockside Brewery-Milford https://www.docksidebrewery.com/Get ready for Dockside Brewery’s Annual Halloween Party! Join the October 31st from 9PM–close for a night of spooky cocktails, music, dancing, and Halloween fun on the waterfront. Come dressed to impress because their annual costume contest is back — bring your best look and get ready to party! Armada Brewing-New Havenwww.armadabeer.comBring your dog to the Puppy Halloween Party at Armada Brewing on Sunday October 25th 1pm-4pm – costume contest kicks off at 3pm! Then, on October 31, find out why Halloween hits differently at Armada Brewing with the Nightmare on River Street Halloween Party. Two DJs, beers on tap, specialty cocktails with a dark side, free entry, costumes required, and 21+ only. Doors open at 8pm and the night runs till midnight…ish.Black Hog Brewing Co.-Oxfordhttps://blackhogbrewing.com/Come have a smashing good time with Black Hog Brewing at their Hogoween Costume party on Saturday, October 24. Drink specials, music, and costume contests are on deck! Save the date, bring your ghouls, and get spooky!The Blind Rhino-Milfordhttps://www.theblindrhino.com/The Blind Rhino is hosting a series of Halloween gatherings, including parties at all three of their locations on Saturday, October 31. Pumpkin carving will take place at all three locations on Monday, October 26. Camacho Garage-New Havenwww.camachogarage.comCamacho Garage is hosting a “Three Days of the Dead” celebration beginning October 30, offering three days of food and drink specials, live music and DJs, a costume contest and more. The passport challenge invites guests who visit Camacho Garage or either of the Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill locations all three days to enter to win prize packages. For more information, visit www.camachogarage.com.Donovan Family Confections-WallingfordFacebook @ Donovan Family ConfectionsTheir Halloween and Fall Collection 2026 is HERE. Sweet Treats are waiting for you! They have a massive collection of seasonal bites that will hook you at first taste. Come try! Each one is packed with flavor and designed to *scream* Halloween.Fair Haven Oyster Co.-New Havenhttps://www.fairhavenoysterco.com/Their Halloween menu has been unveiled. Join Fair Haven Oyster Co. on October 31 for A Dinner for the Damned, an evening of curious pleasures, dark indulgences, and the unexpected. Limited seatings at 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Costumes are strongly encouraged.Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill – New Havenhttps://www.geronimobarandgrill.com/Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill is hosting a “Three Days of the Dead” celebration beginning October 30, offering three days of food and drink specials, weekend brunch, live music and DJs, a costume contest and more. The passport challenge invites guests who visit either of the Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill locations or Camacho Garage all three days to enter to win prize packages. For more information, visit www.geronimobarandgrill.com.Haven Beer Company-Hamdenhttps://www.havenbeerco.com/Get ready to sing along and celebrate spooky season at Haven Beer Company on Saturday, October 24th with a Dueling Pianos Halloween Party. Orange, black, and all things Halloween—everyone is welcome to wear Halloween colors and festive attire! Tickets are on sale now.Twisted Vine Restaurant-Derbyhttps://www.twistedvinerestaurant.com/Join them for a fun & spooky evening of dining and psychics at the Night of Readings at The Twisted Vine Restaurant. Sign-up upon arrival. A minimum of five Psychic's will be available for private readings. All private readings, Halloween Special, are $40 for 20 minutes. Doors open at 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Food & Drink available during the evening.Yale Peabody Museum-New Havenhttps://peabody.yale.edu/events/eternal-night-2026Join Yale Peabody Museum for Eternal Night on October 31 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Within the eerie castle walls and flickering candle-lit chambers, performers will weave through the crowd, while towering creatures lurk in the shadows, creating a surreal and theatrical atmosphere. Your ticket includes an immersive 3 floor experience provided by Grymm Studios, open bar, passed appetizers, desserts, and charcuterie provided by Small Kitchen Big Taste, animal demonstrations, and more.Yellow King Brews-Wallingfordhttps://www.yellowkingbrews.com/Be a part of the annual Trunk or Treat at Yellow King Wallingford on Wednesday, October 28! Enjoy food and drinks, trick-or-treat sensations, Halloween game and prizes, and more! Register your car here.HARTFORD COUNTYBen & Jerry’s-South Windsorhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/october-paint-sip-south-windsor-tickets-2002171541979?aff=erelpanelorgCelebrate spooky season with a Paint & Sip! Paint ghosts & pumpkins while enjoying bottomless milkshakes & sweet treats on Saturday, October 24, from 12pm-1pm, at Ben & Jerry's in South Windsor. All painting supplies and unlimited milkshakes included with admission.The Brownstone-Hartfordhttps://thebrownstonehartford.com/Bring your best costume and join The Brownstone on Halloween! They’ll be open on October 31 from 11:00 am to 1:30 am.The Charles-Wethersfieldhttps://www.thecharlesct.com/Join Connecticut's top bartenders at The Charles for their Fifth Annual Iron Bartender Challenge & Costume Party on Monday, October 26! Doors open at 5:30 pm and the competition starts at 6:30 pm. Expect costume and pumpkin carving contests, hand-crafted cocktails, and a special spooky menu.Connecticut Valley Brewing Company-South Windsorhttps://www.ctvalleybrewing.com/Join CT Valley Brewing Company for Fangs & Flannels: a Twilight-Inspired and Vampire-Inspired Halloween Night Market on October 24 from 4pm to 9pm. Step into an enchanting evening of cozy autumn vibes, moonlit shopping, and supernatural charm at Connecticut Valley Brewing Company!Crystal Ridge Winery-South Glastonburyhttps://www.crystalridgewinery.com/Come join Crystal Ridge Winery for a spooky and delicious Boxed Bites Charcuterie Workshop at Crystal Ridge Winery! The event takes place on October 30 from 5:30 - 7 pm. Elicit Brewing Company-Manchesterhttps://www.elicitbrewing.com/Get ready for a wicked good time at Elicit Brewing's Brews & Boos Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 31st! The party kicks off at 8 PM with DJ Marek, DJ Skillz, and DJ Pickz bringing the beats and keeping the dance floor alive all night long! Sip on wickedly delicious cocktails, show off your Halloween spirit, and compete in our costume contest for a chance to take home some killer prizes.Hops On the Hill Brewery-South Glastonburyhttps://hopsonthehillbrewery.com/Witches, goblins, and ghouls, oh my! Wear your most spooktacular Halloween costume to Hops on the Hill Brewery on Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 1-6pm and enjoy $1.00 off all draft beer! Excludes wine, cider, and soft drinks. See you there...if you dare!Stew Leonard’s-Newingtonhttps://www.stewleonards.com/Calling all cupcake decorators ages 2 to 12! Come pop in and create 4 spooky cupcakes. Children will also get to decorate their cupcake box. You are able to come anytime on October 30 between 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Parents are asked to stay with their children as once they finish, they are all set to head home. Halloween costumes are encouraged!MIDDLESEX COUNTYMyrcene Ale Co.-Old Saybrookhttps://www.myrceneale.com/Join Myrcene Ale Co. for a seasonal themed Mug Club celebration and the music of the Albrecht Brothers Band! The Albrecht Brothers play a mix of classic rock, acoustic tunes, and classics that are sure to have everyone singing along. Costumes are encouraged for all ages and we look forward to dancing the night away and toasting to all of our Mug Club members and new friends too! NEW LONDON COUNTYFoxwoods Resort-Ledyardwww.foxwoods.comCreep, float or crawl on over to Foxwoods’ annual Halloween Party on October 31st at the Rainmaker Expo Center! Mingle with a celebrity host, enjoy spooky signature cocktails, strut your stuff in the costume contest, and dance the night away. Performers include a DJ and The Foxwoods Famous Mon-Stars Band. Your ticket includes entry and one cocktail or mocktail with VIP section options available. This is a 21+ event.Mohegan Sun-Uncasvillehttps://mohegansun.com/halloween.htmlEnjoy Halloween menu specials at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House on October 31 followed by a night of dancing and spooky thrills with costume parties at Avalon with prizes and giveaways available so be sure to dress up! Costume parties will take place that evening at novelle, and VISTA Lounge as well. Stone Acres Farm-Mystichttps://www.stoneacresfarm.com/On Monday, October 26, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Moonlight Social invites you to slow down, gather close, and celebrate the October Hunter's Full Moon and magic of autumn at Stone Acres Farm. Enjoy an evening filled with live music, crackling bonfires, dancing, local food and drinks, artisan vendors, and moments of connection beneath the open sky.
