From haunted mazes and rooftop costume parties to creepy-cool cocktails and family-friendly Halloween fun, Philly is pulling out all the stops this weekend.
Halloween is getting an ancient Irish twist at Sassafras. The Old City venue will host its first-ever Samhain in the Street celebration on Saturday, Oct. 31. Inspired by the ancient Gaelic festival that helped shape modern-day Halloween, the festivities pay homage to the heritage of owners Donal McCoy and Neill Laughlin.
48 S. 2nd St., sassafrasbar.com
This Saturday, Concourse will once again host CARN-EVIL, a late-night celebration set to take over the venue from 9 p.m. to midnight. The party will feature a DJ and two hours of drink deals — in short, a $30 ticket gets you admission and access to $1 house mixed drinks, draft beer and select canned beverages. While there, locals can also check out Concourse’s ice bar and ball pit; costumes are encouraged.
1635 Market St., concoursedancebar.com
Love City’s Callowhill location will debut a special Halloween funhouse maze at its brewery on Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31, from 7 p.m. to midnight.
1023 Hamilton St., lovecitybrewing.com
Center City’s popular rooftop bar and taqueria will host a special spooky bash on Halloween. From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., locals can check out a DJ, creative crafts, specialty cocktails and exclusive light bites for a night of rooftop partying with a seasonal twist. This 21+ party will also feature a costume contest with the prize of a $200 gift card to Condesa. Tickets ($20) are available via Resy.
1830 Ludlow St., condesaphilly.com
Morgan’s Pier’s final party of the year will feature a costume contest with cash prizes and live music, all hosted by Drag Mafia’s Brittany Lynn. Admission includes an open bar featuring premium pours from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., plus free hot dogs and plenty of dancing. Tickets (around $90) are available online.
221 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd, morganspier.com
Glen Foerd will transform its grounds for its annual Masquerade Ball charity once again. Set for Friday, Oct. 30, this year’s theme has been dubbed “A Carnival of Curiosities.” On that evening, performers will bring the estate to life with fire dancing, juggling and other circus acts, plus, the event will also host tarot readers, sword swallowers and other “mysterious characters.” Attendees are additionally encouraged to dress for the theme with attire inspired by vintage carnivals or gothic glamour, with masks welcome.
5001 Grant Ave., glenfoerd.org
The Twisted Tail’s Halloween festivities kick off Friday, Oct. 30, with a family-friendly Pumpkin Carving and Painting event on the front patio. Available at 4 and 5 p.m., each session is capped at 15 children and every participant will take home a pumpkin of their own. Parents can get in on the fun while here as well, with Social Hour running from 4 to 6 p.m., featuring $8 food specials, half-off draft beers and $6 house wine.
509 S 2nd St, thetwistedtail.com
Curio Theatre Company’s Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is set for this weekend, and will feature a three-night screening of F.W. Murnau’s 1922 silent horror film accompanied by live music. Running Oct. 29 to 31 at 7 p.m. inside the historic Calvary Church Chapel, composer Mason Emmert Marlow will perform live musical accompaniment for each screening, turning this century-old black-and-white film into an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience.
4740 Baltimore Ave., curiotheatre.org
This kid-friendly celebration will take over Cherry Street Pier this Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The bash will feature costumes, trick-or-treating, games, crafts and plenty of treats. Plus, kiddos can put their imaginations to work helping PopUpPlay design festive floats and balloons for a giant Halloween parade, or take the mic for monster karaoke. Tickets run for $20 per person or $70 for a group of four.
121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd., cherrystreetpier.com
Kiddos can get their Halloween fix at Please Touch Museum this Saturday (Oct. 31) with a full day of family-friendly fun and hands-on activities from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Highlights include a Monster Mash Fashion Show, gooey Spooky Slime activities, and live music from The Plants. Animal lovers can also get up close with some furry friends during Critter Connections as well. Activities are included with admission.
4231 Avenue of the Republic, pleasetouchmuseum.org
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