Spooky season is in full swing, and there’s no better place to spend it than in Baton Rouge! Give yourself a fright at one of the scariest haunted houses in the country, pick out the perfect pumpkin at the pumpkin patch, explore Baton Rouge’s haunted history or celebrate the season with a festival that is sure to be fun for all. From parades and festivals to corn mazes and zoo animals, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy this Halloween in Baton Rouge!

 

13th Gate

The 13th Gate

Sundays, Fridays, Saturdays and select Thursdays (see full schedule)

Enter if you dare! The 13th Gate has been voted one of the top haunted houses in the U.S. and is known for its 13 nightmarish realms where your worst fears come true and anything can happen. With its extreme and detailed realism, find out why this 40,000-square-foot haunted house isn’t for the faint of heart. This year, The 13th Gate’s CarnEvil is back, held just across the street from The 13th Gate. Not only will CarnEvil feature nightly entertainment featuring roaming characters and a fire troupe, food trucks, haunted games and five-minute escape rooms, but it will also be adding free live concerts to the lineup. Check out the full schedule below!

  • Oct. 4 – Dirty Blonde
  • Oct. 11 – Joshua Magee & the Souls
  • Oct. 17 – The Helldorados
  • Oct. 18 – The Helldorados
  • Oct. 24 – True Spin!
  • Oct. 25 – Werewolf
  • Oct. 26 – Pants Party

 

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

Friday, Oct. 24
LSU Student Union Theater

Experience a spellbinding night at Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics! This will be an unforgettable candlelit concert featuring the Listeso String Quartet as they perform hauntingly beautiful pieces inspired by Halloween, including classics like "Thriller," "Ghostbusters," and themes from "The Nightmare Before Christmas". Be sure to secure your spot for this magical 60-minute experience under the glow of candlelight!

 

Old State Capitol exterior at night

SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA

Thursday, Oct. 30
Louisiana’s Old State Capitol

Get ready to celebrate in style at the Old State Capitol’s signature fundraising event, Spirits of Louisiana! This year's theme commemorates the 175th anniversary of our castle on the river, so it's only right we celebrate accordingly... 70s style! Party like it's 1975 and enjoy an evening of open bars, gourmet cuisine, live music, exciting raffles, and an exclusive art auction. Secure your tickets now and prepare for a night under the disco ball!

Fifolet

FIFOLET HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Fifolet is a multi-day festival celebrating all the spooky vibes of Halloween and the fall season. This year it returns, and plans to be bigger, bolder, and more bewitching than ever! Get ready for a jam-packed celebration filled with pub crawls, masquerade balls, spooky markets, parades, and more. Whether you're lacing up for the 5K or just here for the floats and festive vibes, there's something for everyone. So grab your costume, rally your krewe, and start planning your Halloween season now. The full schedule is below!

Zombie Pub Crawl
Oct. 16, 7 p.m.
Downtown Baton Rouge

Halloween Costume Ball
Oct. 17, 8 p.m.
Lod Cook Alumni Center

Fifolet 5K
Oct. 18
Riverfront Plaza
 
Arts Market
Oct. 18, 10 a.m.
Riverfront Plaza
 
Halloween Parade
Oct. 18, 4 p.m.
Downtown Baton Rouge

 

 

Corn Maze

MORE FAMILY FUN

Corn Maze at Burden
Oct. 4, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 18
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

Night Maze at Burden
Oct. 25
LSU AgCenter Botanic Garden

Haints, Haunts & Halloween
Oct. 26
LSU Rural Life Museum & Windrush Gardens

 

BAR CRAWLS

This year, the city is hosting not one, but two epic Halloween bar crawls, each offering its own unique thrills, chills, and cocktail-fueled fun. Whether you're looking for a one-night haunt or a full weekend of spooky celebration, there's something for every ghost and ghoul. 
 
House of Halloween Bar Crawl
Oct. 31, 7 p.m.
Kick off your haunted adventure at 13 Social on Third Street and make your way through 9+ bars in the heart of downtown. Your wristband gets you no cover at any participating venue, access to exclusive Halloween-themed drinks and discounts, and a digital map to guide your night. Costumes are highly encouraged, and ticket prices will rise soon, so grab yours now and get ready for a night to remember!
 
The Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, 4 p.m.
Starting at George’s Place, this spooktacular two-day bar crawl brings the energy all weekend long. Expect creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electrifying atmosphere that keeps the party going from Friday night through Saturday. It’s the perfect option if you’re looking to double your Halloween fun. Grab your tickets here!
 

MORE HALLOWEEN FUN

Court to Table Halloween Party
Oct. 31, 5 p.m.
 
Music of the Night — an intimate Phantom of the Opera-inspired dinner concert
Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m.
 

 

 

The Halloween spirit never ends! For more events and celebrations, go to visitbatonrouge.com/events/halloween.