This is Halloween! This is Halloween! Halloween, Halloween, Halloween… (to the tune of This is Halloween from the Nightmare Before Christmas). Anyone else get that stuck in their head every Halloween?
There’s so much going on in Montreal in the fall and Halloween in Montreal is no exception. I don’t know about you, but it’s always a struggle figuring out what I’m going to do for Halloween (since I’ve unfortunately outgrown trick-or-treating).
To help you out, here are 13 spooktacular Montreal Halloween activities to keep you entertained all October long!
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Choosing Your Halloween Costume
First things first! Choosing your Halloween costume is just as important as deciding on what you’re going to do in Montreal for Halloween.
Do you choose trendy costume for this year, dress up as your favourite celebrity, or just repeat your costume from last year?
Halloween costume stores in Montreal tend to pop up around mid September/ October so keep an eye out for those. Otherwise, there’s always a Halloween section at Village des Valeurs and most Party stores.
I tend to go the DIY route and pick up some materials at local thrift stores and put my sewing skills to the test (or well, my moms!).
Get ahead of the game so you have the most options to choose from for your costume (and you get first dibs between your friends!).
Top Things To Do In Montreal On Halloween
1. Visit A Haunted House: Malefycia
There was a time when finding the coolest haunted house on your block for trick or treating was the thing to do in Montreal on Halloween.
Now you can just drive to the biggest, baddest, spookiest house there is in the city.
And that’s Malefycia. It’s seriously horrifying. You have to sign a waiver before you go inside. If that’s not terrifying on its own, I don”t know what is!
They transform a space to another world and hire actors to spook the living daylight out of you.
2. Visit A Haunted Village: Drummondville
Why stop at just a haunted house when you can explore an entire haunted village?
This Montreal Halloween activity is an hour and a half drive from Montreal.
La Village D’Antan is a village that’s stuck in the past. It’s honestly also really nice to visit during any day of the year but on Halloween it transforms into the Haunted Village of Drummondville.
There’s a family section and a separate section for those looking for a real fright. They even have a themed restaurant where you can dine in horror before enter the haunted village.
3. Have A Real Good Time At Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (show) is a real Montreal Halloween classic. Seriously, you can’t call yourself a Montrealer if you’ve never attended this show at least once.
Over Halloween weekend, actors ad lib in front of the live screening of the The Rocky Horror Picture show movie
Get ready to dress up, sing along, and do the time wrap again for this truly unique Montreal Halloween activity!
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4. Attend The Biggest Halloween Party In Montreal @ La Voûte
I’ve been to Halloween parties in Montreal before, and to be honest, they aren’t my cup of tea.
But this is the biggest Halloween party in Montreal. If I didn’t bring it up I’m sure I would have gotten some complaints.
La Voûte is a club set in an old bank vault from the 1920s. I mean if that’s not an epic backdrop for a halloween ball, I don’t know what is! Dress up in full costume and get ready for blood and scares!
5. Pick & Carve Your Own Pumpkin
Apple picking is a very popular fall activity in Montreal, but now you can also pick your own pumpkin.
There are a few pumpkin patches near Montreal to pick your own pumpkin. The closest (and most popular) is Quinn Farms in Îles Perôt.
But if you’re willing to go a bit further, you can get a Halloween filled day at, with pumpkin picking and a corn maze, see a list of their activities here!
Or if you just want to stay on the Island, you can always go to Atwater or Jean Talon Markets in Montreal.
Don’t forget to carve the spookiest pumpkin there is!
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6. Get Lost In SOS Labyrinth Blackout Montreal Halloween Edition
If you’re looking for family friendly things to do in Montreal on Halloween look no further! The SOS Labyrinthe in the Old Port hosts a Halloween special event in Montreal during the month of October.
The SOS Witches ball is every Saturday, Sunday and Holidays from October 1 to 29. This year you’ll have to search for the magic pumpkins!
In the past, they’ve also hosted a blackout Halloween for adults the night of Halloween. You wander the maze in the dark, with zombies and ghouls chasing you, but unfortunately it isn’t happening in 2023.
7. Escape An Escape Room – Spooky Montreal Halloween Activities
What’s more terrifying than being trapped in a room with your friends? The only way out is to use your brains (that might actually be scarier!).
A/Maze Escape room has a few locations around Montreal with varying themes that they’re constantly changing!
Stay warm this Halloween in Montreal with some seasonal fall teas…
8. Attend Candlelight Halloween
Candlelight symphonies are set in the Basilica Notre Dame. Listen to music with only candlelight lighting up your surroundings.
Candlelight Halloween is performing all your Halloween favourites (like This is Halloween).
9. Explore Pumpkinferno
If you’re up for a bit of a drive, you won’t regret visiting Pumpkinferno for Halloween.
Upper Canada Village sets up a beautiful art exhibition with pumpkins and lights. It’s truly spectacular!
The only downside is that it’s almost two hours away and you want to visit at night… soo weekend getaway anyone?
P.S. If you don’t want to travel that far check out Illumi in Laval. They set up a halloween village of lights in October. Laval is A LOT closer than Upper Canada Village!
10. Go On A Ghost Tour For A Spooky Montreal Halloween
Discover all the spooky tales of Montreal’s past on Halloween night. I had no idea there are hauntings in some of Montreal’s most popular areas.
Think you’re safe on Mont Royal, Griffintown, or in the Old Port? Think again!
There are two ghost tour companies your can choose from. Haunted Montreal offers ghost tours on Mont Royal, Downtown, Griffintown, and even virtual tours. Ghost Montreal hires professional actors to give you the real tales of the Old Port.
You can also book an organized ghost tour through Viator here.
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11. Fright Fest @ La Ronde
Fright Fest is a month long Montreal Halloween festival at La Ronde. As of the beginning of October, the amusement park is transformed into a nightmarish place.
It’s all fine and dandy when the sun is out, but if you stay past dark you’re in trouble. As of 6:00 PM the lights turn off and the ghouls comes out.
See what else they’re planning for this years Fright Fest at La Ronde.
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12. See A Movie At The Spasm Film Montreal Halloween Festival
SPASM is Quebec’s short film festival dedicated to any films that are a bit different. The films can be horror, drama, or even a comedy. As long as they’re a bit quirky, they’re in!
The films are showcased over Halloween weekend in Montreal.
13. See A Halloween Classic At The Drive In
It’s always fun snuggling up and watching a halloween classic at home with some candy. But step it up a notch this year and head to a drive in theatre.
The Saint Eustache Drive is showing free Halloween movies this year on October 27 and 28, check it out here.
You can also check out Parcours Gouin hosting a halloween special for families on October 29, including a film.
P.S. Need A Place To Stay In Montreal? Hotel Recommendations
I love going on staycations at Hotel Nelligan in the Old Port of Montreal. It’s in a great location, walking distance to everywhere you need to be. When you stay there you can’t miss out on their unique roof top terrace above the hotel. See room rates & availability.
I’ve also stayed at the newly built Homewood Suites in Montreal Midtown (west of the city) and I’d highly recommend it if you’re looking for a hotel that isn’t in the city centre. But they also have a branch downtown as well. It has a little kitchenette in every room and breakfast is included. Even though it isn’t downtown, you aren’t far from it. It’s walking distance to the Namur metro station, which will get you downtown in less than 20 minutes. See room rates & availability.
Here are some other alternatives I’ve heard about if you’re looking to stay in Downtown Montreal;
If you’re looking to stay in the heart of Downtown Montreal check out Auberge Les Bons Matins. This is a one of a kind stay perfect for a romantic getaway in Montreal. In this charming inn in Montreal, you’ll get a taste of local life. See room rates & availability.
You can also stay Le Square Phillips Hôtel & Suites if an auberge isn’t your style. Le Square Phillips Hôtel & Suites is in a supreme location in between the orange and the green metro line that get you anywhere else in the city. Breakfast is also included with your stay! See room rates & availability
For more accommodation options in Montreal, see Booking.com.
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