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Sink Your Fangs Into Boston’s Best Halloween Events

Two Friends Taking Selfie at Halloween Event in Boston

Oct 27, 2025 · 5 min read

At-a-Glance

  • Neighborhoods covered: Downtown, Theater District, Seaport, Fenway •
  • MBTA notes: Weekend subways & key buses run ~1 hr later (to ~2 a.m.) on Fri/Sat; select promo weekends free after 9 p.m. •
  • Time/budget: Mostly 9 p.m.–2 a.m.; $–$$$ with VIP add-ons •

Updated: September 2025

The Liberty Hotel — “Beetlejuice” Halloween Party

Happy Family in Halloween Costumes Celebrating Event in Boston

Boston’s most cinematic Halloween blowout takes over the Liberty’s atrium with DJs, dance performances, photo ops, and 600 costumed revelers. Expect high-production lighting and themed sets; VIP tables put you above the action on the catwalk. Bars stay card-only, and the crowd leans into full-costume photo energy. Buy early—the mezzanine VIPs sell out fastest.

  • Price: GA $95 (early) | Last Minute $110 | Catwalk VIP (8 ppl) $1,500 | Lobby VIP (10 ppl) $1,850
  • When: Sat 10/26, 9 p.m.–close
  • Tickets: libertyhotel.com
  • MBTA/Parking: Red Line Charles/MGH; garages nearby
  • Link: libertyhotel.com

Royale — The Boulet Brothers Halloween House Party (18+)

The Theater District pulls in Boston’s largest Halloween crowd at Royale, where the Boulet Brothers bring their drag-horror spectacle. Stage-front tickets put you in the splash zone; GA balconies work for people-watching with room to breathe. Expect pounding DJs, a nonstop light show, and a line outside if you don’t buy in advance.

  • Price: Stage Front $64 | GA Balcony $39
  • When: Fri 10/31, 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
  • Tickets: royaleboston.com
  • MBTA/Parking: Boylston / Chinatown stops; Tremont garages
  • Link: royaleboston.com

House of Blues — THRICE Halloween Night

Fenway swaps dance beats for guitars with THRICE headlining Halloween at House of Blues. GA floor packs in early for the pit; balcony seats keep you above the crush with a full view. It’s one of the rare ticketed rock anchors on Halloween night, and resale prices usually creep up fast.
Price: GA Floor $50+ | Reserved Balcony $70+
When: Fri 10/31 (doors ~6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: houseofblues.com/boston
MBTA/Parking: Green Line Kenmore; Lansdowne garages
Link: houseofblues.com/boston

The Grand — Seaport Halloween Weekend

Women in Cat Ears Enjoying Halloween Party at Seaport Megaclub

Seaport’s glossy megaclub leans hard into spectacle, with big-name DJs, bottle parades, and costumes turned into full runway moments. GA tickets get you in the crush; table buys anchor you at the rail with service. Lines back up quick after 11, so presale is the move.

  • Price: GA ~$20+ | VIP Tables $1,000+
  • When: Fri & Sat of Halloween weekend, 10 p.m.–2 a.m.
  • Tickets: thegrandboston.com
  • MBTA/Parking: Silver Line Courthouse; One Seaport Garage
  • Link: thegrandboston.com

Boston Halloween Party Cruises

Harbor cruises bring club energy onto the water with DJs, multiple decks, and a skyline backdrop. Costumes go big, boarding is strict, and once the boat leaves you’re locked in until docking. Tickets climb close to sail date, so lock GA early if you’re set on a theme night.

  • Price: GA ~$45–$65 | VIP Deck Packages vary
  • When: Multiple nights incl. Fri 10/31 (6–9:30 p.m. sailings)
  • Tickets: Eventbrite organizer pages (Bay State Cruise Company piers)
  • MBTA/Parking: Silver Line Courthouse; Seaport garages
  • Link: baystatecruisecompany.com / Eventbrite

Official Halloween Bar Crawls

Downtown crawls keep Halloween loose with multi-bar wristbands, drink specials, and after-parties stacked into one ticket. Costumes range from casual to elaborate, and each organizer posts its own start points. Buy online for the best price—tier jumps add up if you wait.

Free Traditions (Bonus Picks)

Group of Friends Enjoying Halloween Party in Boston

Fall-o-Ween on the Boston Common (Frog Pond)
The city drops a Halloween block right in the middle of the Common, with music, costumed crowds, and food vendors circling Frog Pond. It’s the easiest way to see thousands of costumes without paying a cover, and the energy ramps as night falls. Think of it as the warm-up before you head downtown for the ticketed parties.

  • Price: Free
  • When: Thu 10/17, evening
  • Tickets: None required
  • MBTA/Parking: Red/Green Line Park Street
  • Link: boston.gov

Spooky Streets (City of Boston Block Parties)
City-sanctioned block parties run across Boston from October 17 through November 2, with closed streets, music, and bars spilling onto the sidewalks. Each neighborhood does it differently—some lean DJ-heavy, others add food trucks and pop-up beer gardens—but all keep it free to join. Drop in, grab a drink from a nearby bar, and let the costumed crowd carry the night.

  • Price: Free
  • When: Oct 17–Nov 2, evenings vary
  • Tickets: None required
  • MBTA/Parking: Neighborhood-dependent; most routes hit MBTA core stops
  • Link: boston.gov

Ticket & Transit Tips

  • On-sale windows: Most clubs/cruises release tickets 3–6 weeks out; each tier sells up.
  • What’s included: GA = entry; VIP adds table service, expedited lines, better placement. 
  • MBTA: Subways run until ~2 a.m. Fri/Sat; check if your weekend qualifies for the free-after-9 promo.