Wednesday September 4, 2024 to Friday November 1
Halloween Event Guide
Get ready for a thrilling Halloween season in Windsor Essex! Our Halloween Guide is your go-to resource for the best haunted attractions, eerie events, and family-friendly activities across the region. Discover all the must-see sights and chilling experiences this Halloween!
crossroads historical guide
Nothing says Halloween quite like a good old fashioned Ghost Story. Register today for your FREE digital CROSSROADS pass to explore sites of historical interest in Windsor Essex. For a limited time we’ve included authentic ghost stories to add some goosebumps to your exploration! Read the ghost stories and then explore their locations in person!
Click here to download your free pass today.
Windsor international film festival: scary screenings
The Windsor International Film Festival is the largest volunteer run film festival in Canada, celebrating their 20th anniversary in 2024! Join in from October 24th through November 3rd at screenings in downtown Windsor.
“The Substance”
October 25th & November 2nd @ Chrysler Theatre
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“A Nightmare on Elm Street”
October 26th @ Capitol Kelly Theatre
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“Seeds”
October 30th & 31st @ Chrysler Theatre
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“Tales From the Void”
October 31st @ The Armouries
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“Black Christmas”
October 31st @ Capitol Kelly Theatre
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“Kryptic”
November 2nd @ The Armouries
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Check out the full schedule for films airing throughout the month and grab your tickets today!
Scarehouse windsor experience
Now – November 2nd
Scarehouse Windsor is back for another season, and it’s more haunting than ever! Take part in over 5 different unique and chilling experiences during your visit.
Additionally, enjoy a 90 minute VIP themed immersive dining experience + fast pass access to our haunted attractions! You and your friends will enjoy a gore-met four course dinner made by Nico Taverna and then venture through all 5 of Scarehouse’s attractions.
Tickets can be purchased below. Please visit scarehousewindsor.com to view a full list of operating hours.
Scarehouse Windsor
441 McDougall St, Windsor
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Harvest dinner at willistead manor
October 10th at 5:00pm
The Harvest Dinner experience includes a not-to-be-missed farm-to-table epic roast featuring three delicious cuts of meat, rustic vegetables, seasonal side dishes, whisky tastings, and entertainment. When available, tickets will be sold at ThymeToGo.ca.
Willistead Manor
1899 Niagara St, Windsor
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Brewed Spirits Dinner Seance Soiree
October 18th from 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Join in for an enchanting evening as we unleash the spirits of flavor and mystery! Experience an exquisite dinner and séance hosted by psychic Ms. Barbara, currently featured in 2 of T&E’s paranormal shows, Haunted Hospitals and My Haunted Hometown. Dinner includes Chicken, Penne, House salad, buns and dessert. $100/per person.
Spirits & Flavors Await at Lot 10 Brewing Company!
Lot 10 Brewing Co.
263 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg
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Ghost Ship Cruise
October 19th 7pm to 10pm
A Sunset cruise with a spooky flare. DJ Chino will be mixing the beats to make this Ghost Ship event spooktacular! Come dressed to enter the costume contest. Lucky 1st place winner will receive 2 Sunset passes-valued at $110. Runner up will receive 2 Sightseeing passes-values at $90. Drink specials & small plates available to purchase.
Windsor Premier Cruises
75 Riverside Dr West, Windsor
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Halloween extravaganza at thiessen apple orchards
October 19th
Get ready for a chilling experiences at Thiessen Orchards’ annual Halloween Extravaganza!
Event Highlights:
– Trick-or-Treating on the Farm: Wear your best costume and fill your bags with candy!
– Meet & Greet: Say hello to your favourite characters, from superheroes to magical creatures.
– Pumpkin Decorating: Every child gets a small pumpkin to take home and decorate.
-Live Magic Show: Enjoy enchanting entertainment that will amaze the whole family.
-Unlimited Farm Fun: Access all activities at the farm (excluding Haunted Barn).
-Haunted Barn: For those seeking a thrill, entry to the Haunted Barn is just $5!
Admission:
Children (ages 3-12): $20 (includes candy, pumpkin, activities, and entertainment)
Adults (ages 13+): $9 (regularly $10)
Ages 2 and under: FREE
Thiessen Apple Orchards
400 Talbot Rd E, Leamington
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TRICK OR TRANSANITY – Halloween Drag Show and Costume Party
October 19th from 8:00pm – 9:00pm.
Join your hosts from the House of Cures for a Halloween themed drag show celebrating trans joy and excellence, and a costume party extravaganza!
Featuring performances by the House of Cures, Angelina Lepore, REMEDY, and Venom Von Snaps, as well as Bette Tea, Cecil Cecropia, Dina Fire, Gigi Ryde, and Miss Thing!
Walkerville Brewery
525 Argyle Rd
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halloween paint night at cookie bar
October 20th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm.
Join in for an exciting evening at Cookie Bar, hosted by the fabulous @Cathaliki! The event kicks off at 5:30 PM and wraps up around 7:30 PM. Enjoy a variety of delicious snacks and refreshing drinks available for purchase throughout the night.
To ensure there’s enough supplies for everyone, please purchase your tickets by October 16th. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to mingle, relax, and have a great time!
Cookie Bar
1093 Drouillard Rd, Windsor
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The WIndsor Zombie walk & parade
October 20th at 6:00pm
Get ready for a spooktacular evening as Downtown Windsor transforms into a zombie haven! Dress up, bring your best zombie walk, and march down Ouellette Avenue with the undead. Whether you’re a solo zombie or part of a group, everyone’s welcome!
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beyond the grave with medium bella cacilhas
October 25th at 6:00pm.
Join in for a night of wonder! Indulge in a 3-course menu starting at 6:45 PM, followed by a mesmerizing and laughter-filled journey into the spirit world with Bella.
Limited tickets available, so secure yours before it’s too late! Visit the below website under Shop, Merchandise, to get your spot!
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyard
1425 Iler Rd, Harrow
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Nightmare in sandwich town
October 25th at 4pm – October 27th at 10pm
Be ready for an oddities bazaar market, live music, costume contests (children, pets, and adults), our famous ghost walks, kids’ ghost tours, a Halloween dance party, a haunted pub crawl, ghost stories, and more in the regions most haunted neighborhood Sandwich Town!
Sandwich Town BIA
3503 Sandwich St, Windsor
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An Exploration of the Unique Human Experience : A Digital Art Exhibit by Byte Brush
October 25th – November 2nd.
This Halloween season, you will be able to enjoy the surreal and strange worlds and characters displayed across 60 large 3D canvases with over 30 augment reality experiences like nothing ever before seen in Windsor! Most of the work displayed has also never been shown before to the public online or in previous shows. All augmented reality features are exclusive to this show and have never been published.
Can’t make it to the reception on Oct. 25 but still want to catch the show? It will still be available for viewing during Shō business hours 1-6PM until November 2nd with all the same digital and augmented features.
Sho Art Studios
628 Monmouth Rd, Windsor
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Eastpoint Trails Fall Walkabout & Scarecrow Competition
October 26th 11:00am to 4:00pm
Join us for a day of fun at East Point Trails Plaza! Vote for your Favorite Scarecrow. Stroll the Plaza, check out the creative scarecrows and cast your vote. Enjoy Live Music & Tasty Food Samples, while you explore the different businesses. Win Prizes and giveaways- Visit all the Participating businesses for a chance to win exciting prizes!
Bring your Friends and Family for a day of Autumn Fun & Community Spirit at East point Trails Plaza.
East Point Trails Plaza Tecumseh
1695 Manning Rd. Tecumseh
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Halloween Karaoke
October 26th – 1:30pm -4:30pm
Let this be the launchpad to your Hallowwen festivities!!! There will be prizes awarded!!!
Dress up in your Halloween best and get those singing voices ready for a day of fun, laughter and SINGING!!!
Viewpointe Estate Winery
151 County Rd 50 East, Harrow
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Halloween Movie night
October 26th at 6:30pm.
Get ready to unleash your inner otaku at the WindsorEats Food Hall on Saturday, October 26, for an epic Halloween Movie Night under the moonlit sky at WindsorEats! Dust off your costumes and practice your dance moves as we screen two iconic films back-to-back, starting at 6:30 PM.
Rogues Gallery Comics will be giving away prizes for the best adult costume and the best childrens costume between films. This family friendly night is free to attend and pet friendly.
WindsorEats
400 Erie Street E, Windsor
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LaSalle trUcK or treat
October 26th from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
Join in at the Vollmer Recreation Complex for the 5th annual Truck or Treat event!
Bring your vampires, princesses, and ghosts to the exciting fifth annual Truck or Treat event! Families are encouraged to dress up for Halloween and come out to see an exciting lineup of unique vehicles including emergency, construction, and farm vehicles, trucks, and more, while collecting some goodies along the way. Candy will be available on tables throughout the event and children can take a piece of candy from the tables, taking the treat that is first touched. Participants should bring their own trick-or-treat candy bag.
Vollmer Recreation Complex
2121 Laurier Pkwy, LaSalle
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Murder On The Dancefloor
October 26th from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
Murder On The Dancefloor is coming to Disco Inferno on Saturday, October 26, 2024! Get ready to groove to a night of deadly disco and retro anthems that will keep you dancing until you drop. Our Halloween-themed bash will feature a spooky drink menu, killer décor, and your favorite 70s, 80s, and 90s hits. Step into the disco time warp, dressed in your best retro outfit, and let the ghoulish vibes carry you through the night. Don’t miss out on the ultimate haunted dance party! Visit www.disco-inferno.ca for more info.
Disco Inferno Windsor
690 Ouellette Ave, Windsor
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Shop Local Halloween Market
October 26th from 11:00am – 4:00pm.
Shop local this Halloween with a variety of local vendors! Activities for the kids – Halloween Egg Hunt starts at 11am (all eggs contain a prize), make Halloween bracelets with Radiant Rainebow and a Build a Bear workshop! Find the perfect treat or locally made gift on Saturday October 26th from 11am to 4pm at the Amherstburg Libro Centre on the Indoor Turf at 3295 Meloche Rd. Amherstburg ON.
The Libro Centre
3295 Meloche Rd, Amherstburg
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Walkerville Creepy Crawl
October 26th -7pm
The First Walkerville Halloween Bar Crawl!
This Halloween Bar Crawl happens on Saturday October 26th – one ticket gets you entry to The GOAT – Tap & Eatery, Loose Goose, Kildare House, and Walkerville Brewery for a night of tricks and treats!
Grab your teammates and purchase your tickets before this event sells out! Costumes are strongly encouraged! A fun Halloween tasklist will be provided to each player, plus there will be a $500 Costume Contest with cash and prizes for the grand prize!
The GOAT – Tap & Eatery, Loose Goose, Kildare House, Walkerville Brewery
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Halloween Hallows
October 27th from 11:00am – 4:00pm.
Join us for a spooktacular day of family fun at our annual Halloween Hallows event on Sunday, October 27th, from 11 AM to 4 PM! This year, Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards is proud to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor-Essex for an event filled with excitement for the little ones.
Your admission is simple—bring a gently used coat donation and help support families in need.
What to Expect:
Crafts for the Little Ghouls
Wagon Rides through the vineyard
Hot Chocolate to warm up the spirits
Scavenger Hunt for hidden treasures
Fun Food & Drinks available for purchase
Surprises Around Every Corner!
And don’t forget to wear your costume! It’s a day of magic, adventure, and community.
Bring the entire family and celebrate Halloween with us at CHV!
We can’t wait to see all the little ghouls and goblins!
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards
1425 Iler Road, Harrow
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Windsor Comedy Club Presents Ghouling For Comedy Tuesday
October 29th – 8:00pm.
Get ready for a spooktacular night of laughs at Ghouling for Comedy, a special Halloween edition of Brewing for Comedy on October 29th! Held at Craft Heads Brewing Co., this one-night event will feature a lineup of comedians bringing their best jokes, stories, and ghoulishly funny observations to the stage. Whether you’re a fan of stand-up comedy or Halloween, this show promises a frightfully good time.
Ghouling for Comedy is known for mixing fresh talent with seasoned comedians, ensuring that no two shows are ever the same. This special edition will feature an ensemble of performers, from up-and-coming comics to pro touring acts. Hosted by Paul Montanier and Isaac Mulder (Windsor Comedy Fest, Thunderbay Comedy Fest, Laughfest), you’ll also see hilarious performances from local and national favorites like Scott Gaughan from the DotDotDotwithTimandScott Podcast, Justin Pedick (voted Best Local Comedian via Detroit Metro Times), Billy Squires, Skippy Rose, and many more!
As always, the show takes place at Craft Heads Brewing Co., Windsor’s top spot for adventurous beer. With up to 30 taps of their own small-batch brews, Craft Heads is the perfect place to sip on something bold while you enjoy the show. Don’t miss out on a pint of their best-selling Blues Berry Blonde or any of their seasonal favorites.
Craft Heads Brewing Company
89 University St W, Windsor
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Trick or Treat in the Village
October 30th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
Get ready for Halloween with CTMHV’s trick or treat in the village There will be crafts, boo bingo, scavenger hunt and of course trick or treating in the village. Don’t forget to bring your costumes!
Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village
6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville
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Comedy Date Night At Wineology Tecumseh: Wine, Dine, and Halloween
October 30th – 8:00pm.
Join us for a spooky and hilarious night at Wineology Tecumseh with “Comedy Date Night Halloween Edition: Wine, Dine, and Laugh!” Get ready for a frightfully good time as Wineology teams up with the Windsor Comedy Club to bring you an evening of laughter, fine dining, and eerie elegance.
This special Halloween edition features a lineup of wickedly talented comedians, including the ghoulishly funny Paul Montanier, a seasoned touring comedian with festival credits, who will haunt the stage alongside a surprise headlining act that will have you howling with laughter.
Immerse yourself in Wineology’s upscale and cozy ambiance as you savor sommelier-selected wine flights from local wineries and haunted vineyards around the world. From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, indulge in a bewitching dining experience, perfectly paired with your choice of wines (Food and Drink not included in the ticket price), setting the tone for a night of spooktacular comedy.
The show kicks off at 8:30 PM, where Paul Montanier and the headlining act will deliver spine-tingling humor guaranteed to leave you in stitches.
And don’t forget to wear your most creative or spooky attire! We’ll be holding a costume contest, with prizes for the best costume. Show off your Halloween spirit and compete for a chance to win!
Wineology Tecumseh
12021 Tecumseh Rd E, Tecumseh
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halloween costume party at harbour house
October 30th from 5:00pm – Midnight.
You’re invited to Harbour House’s Costume Party, where you’ll indulge in frightening drinks, Halloween food features, and prizes for best costumes! Click the link below to book your table. Don’t forget to go “all out” for your chance to bring home a Halloween prize!
Harbour House Windsor
9550 Riverside Dr E, Windsor
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Halloween Dinner Party at Mi Casita Restaurant
October 31st from 5:00pm – Midnight.
Your invited to Trick or Treat at our Halloween Dinner Party! Make a reservation, Dress up and Dine in to pick from our Mystery Pumpkin!!! Could be a Trick could be a Treat but the adult Halloween fun is guaranteed !!!
Mi Casita Restaurant
429 Wyandotte St E , Windsor
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Annual Pumpkin parade
November 1 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm.
Each November 1 following Halloween, Kingsville holds its annual Pumpkin Parade. Show off your creativity by donating your jack-o-lanterns to the Pumpkin Parade. Then, walk the lighted pumpkin trail at Lakeside Park to see all the fantastic creations on display. Pumpkins are donated to local farms as livestock feed following the parade. Please keep in mind we can not accept painted pumpkins as they are not safe for animals to eat.
Drop off pumpkins from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Lakeside Park parking lot off Herrington Street.
Walk the trail from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, in the lower bowl. Enjoy snacks sold by the 2nd Kingsville Scouts.
Lakeside Park
315 Queen St, Kingsville
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CALLING ALL SPIRITS! Day Of The Dead Buffet & Dance Party!
November 1
Celebrate the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead with us! This evening promises a colourful blend of culture, music, food, and heartfelt remembrance. Join our community as we honour loved ones in a meaningful and festive gathering. Attendees are encouraged to leave a note in our memento box during the event to honour those they miss.
Wolfhead Distillery
7781 Howard Ave, Amherstburg
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All Hallows Eve Candle Lit Tours
October 12,13,19,20,26,27
Join us at the Park House for an All Hallows Eve candlelit tour. Experience the Park House at Halloween, learn about past traditions, discover the customs of Victorian mourning and more in this immersive night time experience.
Tickets:
Adults: $12.00 + $1.50 service charge
Children: $8.00 + $1.50 service charge
Seniors: $8.00 + $1.50 service charge
Family rate (up to 4): $35.00 + $1.50 service charge
Dates: October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, & 27
Times: 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm
Please email [email protected] to book your date and time slot.
Park House Museum
214 Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg
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