How to Spend Halloween in Edinburgh

With its gothic buildings, atmospheric weather, and army of creative folks ready to dress up in wacky costumes – what better place to spend Halloween than Edinburgh.

Whether you're in the mood for dancing, celebrating, or looking for a good scare, we’ve compiled a list of things to do around the city today.

Craigies Pumpkin Festival

This Halloween, Craigies Farm unveils a fantastic new 900 square meter haybale trail that adds to an array of spooky activities. Families can enjoy the daylight-friendly Craigies Pumpkin Festival, while daredevils can explore the haunted attractions of Craigies Pumpkin Festival: After Dark. With lots of fun, terrifying sights, and delicious farm-fresh food, this event promises unforgettable memories for all ages.

Halloween Fireworks Night

Conifox Adventure Park returns this autumn with thrilling Halloween Fireworks Nights! Enjoy a night filled with dazzling fireworks, a fire performer, The Witches Labyrinth, Broomstick Flying School, a Devilish Disco, and the exciting new Funhouse of Fear for 2024. Other attractions include Taylor’s of Edinburgh Funfair, face painting, and marshmallow toasting.

Halloween Hijinks

Delve into the darker tales of Edinburgh's history at Edinburgh Castle! Enjoy an engaging activity trail with extra fun, pose with pumpkins, and dress up as a King, Queen, or Court Jester. The staff will also be dressed in royal attire as they share spine-tingling stories of ghosts, witches, and sinister events from the past.

Annasach’s Halloween Ceilidh

Join a spooktacular Hallowe'en Ceilidh with the Annasach Ceilidh Band at The Counting House. Beginners are welcome, as all dances will be called, and doors open with a complimentary Johnnie Walker Black Label whisky. Don your best fancy dress for a chance to win a prize and dance the night away until the bar closes at midnight!

Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening

Silent Screen Scotland presents 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening' featuring a candlelit showing of the classic horror film Nosferatu in the ambient setting of St. Vincent's Chapel. Attendees will enjoy the iconic 1922 film, accompanied by a live pianist performing Hans Erdmann's original score on a 12-foot screen. Celebrate Halloween with a glimpse into cinema history and experience the chilling story of Count Orlok's eerie journey.