Your Guide For The Halloween In Boston

Explore The Best of Halloween Parties & Events in Boston, MA

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Best Ways To Celebrate Halloween 2024 In Boston | Parades, Ghost Tours & More

Get ready as Boston is about to transform into a spine-tingling, pumpkin-filled, and ghostly wonderland that will send shivers down your spine! It's that time of the year when the streets come alive with the Best of Halloween celebration in Boston, and you won't want to miss a single wickedly delightful moment. From eerie costumes that will make your jaw drop to haunted houses that will make your heart race, Boston is pulling out all the stops to make this Halloween the spookiest, most thrilling, and utterly unforgettable one yet. So grab your broomsticks, don your scariest attire, and join us as we dive headfirst into the magical madness of Boston's Halloween extravaganza!

1. Halloween 2024 Bar Crawl

Join the 6th Annual Boston Costume Crawl. With over 3,000+ people each year, this is sure to be the most amazing crawl you've ever experienced. Participants are encouraged to don their most creative and elaborate costumes. You can explore the city's nightlife scene, hopping from one themed bar to another, enjoying special Halloween cocktails, live music, and mingling with fellow costumed revelers.

2. Witches & Zombie Halloween Party Cruise

Step into Halloweekend with Boston's Only Witches & Zombie Halloween Party Cruise - one of the most anticipated soirées. Drift from deck to deck aboard this 500+ passenger cruise as you enjoy chilling spirits (cocktails), ghoulish grub, and sinful DJ sets. You’ll want to prepare for a battle of good vs. evil as our Witches and Zombies fight for the ultimate costume titles - including the best scary horror stars. Your fortune tells us that you’ll be leaving the trick-or-treaters behind for this 21+ only event. No need to bring your credit card, this is a bills only affair with ATM's that sometimes work well. 

3. Haunted Halloween 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2

Are you prepared to enjoy the season's spookiness? Come join the excitement of the Haunted Halloween virtual race, where you can stay active and still enjoy the Halloween atmosphere. Prepare to sprint through the night by tying your running shoes! You have until October 2024 to finish the 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, or 26.2 distance of your choice. There is a race distance appropriate for participants of all ages and fitness levels, whether you want a quick sprint or a challenge akin to a marathon.

4. Doggone Halloween Parade

The annual Doggone Halloween Parade in Downtown Boston is a free and family-friendly gathering that celebrates the Halloween spirit with costumed dogs strutting their stuff. Spectators are welcome without tickets, but for those entering their furry friends, there are exciting categories like Best Costume and Scariest Costume, with fantastic prizes up for grabs, including hotel stays and gift baskets from local businesses.  

5. Boston's Original Crawl-O-Ween

Prepare for a spine-tingling night of Halloween fun at the 11th Annual Boston's Original Crawl-O-Ween Bar Crawl. The night will be filled with thrills, chills, and unforgettable moments as you hop from one spooky venue to the next. Dress up in your most creative costumes and join fellow Halloween enthusiasts for a night filled with thrilling drinks, spooky music, and the chance to win prizes for the best costumes.