Love spooky season? Boulder does, too! Our city hosts plenty of fun Halloween events, from family-friendly to spine-tingling. Take a look at a few of the upcoming options here:
Halloween Drive-In Movies
When: 10/16 and 10/23
Where: Boulder Reservoir
Each year in October, Boulder Reservoir hosts a drive-in screening of Halloween movies. Attendees pay per car, and each vehicle receives a goodie bag. Feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy during the screening! This year, Coco screens on October 16, and Poltergeist screens on October 23. Both movies begin at 7:30 pm. Get your tickets here!
Spooky Cabaret
When: 10/24
Where: Frequent Flyers
You’re invited to Frequent Flyers for the dance studio’s fifth annual Spooky Cabaret! On October 24, stop by for a delightfully eerie evening of gravity-defying aerial artistry, a costume contest with fun prizes, and a spooky market filled with handmade oddities. Shows begin at 6:00 and 8:00 pm.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show With Live Shadow Cast Performance
When: 10/25
Where: Boulder Theater
If you’re a Rocky Horror Picture Show fan, you won’t want to miss this cult classic screening, complete with a shadow cast performance by Colorado’s Elusive Ingredient, Denver’s top shadow cast. This nationally recognized cast has many impressive accomplishments, including the world record for the largest Rocky showing (over 8,000 attendees). Be ready to dance and sing at this special show! Tickets are available here.
Motown Haunted Prom
When: 10/31
Where: Roots Music Project
Roots Music Project is hosting its 6th annual Motown Haunted Prom, which is often considered Boulder’s most exciting Halloween gathering. This event welcomes a live seven-piece band, complete with three powerhouse vocalists. Attendees are encouraged to arrive in costume and groove all night. Motown Haunted Prom is always popular and usually sells out well in advance. Grab your tickets now if you’d like to attend.
Munchkin Masquerade
When: 10/31
Where: Pearl Street
Looking for something that’s fun for the whole family? The Munchkin Masquerade is happening on Pearl Street! In this beloved Boulder tradition, local businesses open their doors to trick-or-treaters for a delightfully non-spooky afternoon of fun. Downtown Boulder has never been cuter! If your family would like to participate, the event runs from 3:00 to 6:00 on Halloween.
When it comes to Halloween, Boulder doesn’t disappoint. There’s something for everyone to enjoy this time of year!