From Halloween parties to concerts to haunted houses, Halloween in Nashville is one of the best holidays to celebrate in Music City. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, you’re bound to have some spooky fun at one of these celebrations. This year Halloween falls on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, so a lot of events are happening the weekend before, October 26-27, 2018.
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Nashville Halloween Parties
In Chronological Order
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2018
Day of the Dead Tequila Festival
The Pavilion East
The Day of the Dead Tequila Festival is Friday, October 26, 2018, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at The Pavilion East. Sample 15 tequilas while you listen to music by some of Nashville’s finest DJs. Tacos from Las Palmas will be for sale, along with additional drinks at the cash bar. Tickets are $34 in advance. This event is 21 and over only.
Halloween Ball Y’all
Marathon Music Works
The Chrome Bar and Music City Burlesque present: Halloween Ball Y’all on Friday, October 26, 2018, at Marathon Music Works. Doors open at 8:00pm. Expect live music, aerial and dance performances, a costume contest, a photo booth, and more. Guests must wear costumes or formal wear only. Tickets are $25-$400. This event is 21 and over only.
Tànsuŏ’s Disco is Dead Party
Tànsuŏ
Tànsuŏ is hosting a “Disco is Dead” Halloween Night Market Party on Friday, October 26, 2018, from 10:00pm to 1:00am. Attendees can expect complimentary dim sum, a live DJ, cash bar, and spooky surprises. Admission is free. No tickets or reservations required!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2018
Demons on Demonbreun 9
Demonbreun: Tin Roof, Two Bits, DawgHouse, The Old Line, Frisky Frogs
Demons on Demonbreun 9, Nashville’s largest annual Halloween block party, is Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 9:00pm to 3:00am. One cover charge of $15 (in advance) will get you into five bars including Tin Roof, Two Bits, DawgHouse, The Old Line, and Frisky Frogs. There will be two bands and four DJs as well as a costume contest with a $500 cash prize at each bar. This event is 21 and over only.
Disco is Dead at Acme
Acme Feed & Seed
Acme Feed & Seed is hosting Disco is Dead on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 6:00pm until late night. The first floor will feature music by Music City Toppers and Sparkle City Disco, and the third floor will feature DJ Sister Sprouse. Make your way to the rooftop for the disco graveyard and photo booth. A limited quantity of advance tickets are for sale for $15. VIP booths are also available for $240-$320.
Halloweekend Pub Crawl
Various bars in Midtown
PubCrawls.com presents Halloweekend Pub Crawl on Saturday, October 27, 2018, starting at 4:00pm in Midtown. The pub crawl features drink specials and a map-guided bar route to participating venues, including Winners, Losers, DawgHouse Saloon, Red Door Saloon, and more. Tickets are available online for $11.50. This event is 21 and up.
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Halloween Masquerade & Costume Ball at The Standard
The Standard
The 5th annual Halloween Masquerade at The Standard is Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 9:00pm to 1:00am. Dress in your best Masquerade costume and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drink specials. DJ Bryant D will keep the night alive, and fire twirler AnnaLee Noir will provide hot entertainment. There will also be a cigar bar, gift bags, and more. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $35 for two general admission tickets. This event is 21 and over only.
Red Rum Revue: Haunted Burlesque Show
Woolworth on 5th
The Red Rum Revue: Haunted Burlesque Show featuring Cooper & The Jam and DJ Case Bloom is Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 8:00pm to 2:00am at Woolworth on 5th’s New Era Ballroom. There will be a haunted burlesque show inspired by The Shining, drink specials, and a photo booth. General admission is $20 and VIP tables for four are $150. The event is 21 and and over only.
Deadquarters: A Post-Apocalyptic Playground
Headquarters Beercade
Deadquarters: A Post-Apocalyptic Playground is Saturday, October 27, 2018, at Headquarters Beercade starting at 9:00pm. The party will feature spooky decor, specialty-themed cocktails, and one of Nashville’s largest costume contests with cash prizes of $250-$750. You must be present at 9:00pm to win. Admission is free. This event is 21 and over only.
Broadway Boo Bash
Tin Roof Broadway
Tin Roof Broadway is hosting Broadway Boo Bash on Saturday, October 27, 2018, starting at 9:30pm. There will be a costume contest with prizes from $40-$300. DJ Danny Lewis will provide music. Admission is free.
Dead Disco
The Back Corner
The Back Corner is hosting Dead Disco on Saturday, October 27, 2018, starting at 8:00pm. The Halloween party will feature Marquee Mayfield, DJ Tilow, and Quiet Entertainer, plus a costume contest, drink specials, and photo booth. This event is 21 and over. Admission is $20-$30.
5th Annual Late Night HOWLoween Hang
Crying Wolf
The 5th annual Late Night HOWLoween Hang is Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 10:00pm to 2:00am at the Crying Wolf. The free event features live music by *repeat repeat and Bad Culture. VIP tickets are also available for $30, which include guaranteed entry, four complimentary beers from Wild Heaven, a screen-printed poster, a trick-or-treat bag, and green room access (hang with the band!). Admission is free. This event is 21 and over only.
Monster Mash: Nashville’s Least Sexy Halloween Party
The Ranch at Jackalope
Get ready for Monster Mash: Nashville’s Least Sexy Halloween Party at The Ranch at Jackalope on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 9:00pm to midnight. Expect spooky beers, beer cocktails, and a costume contest with prizes for least sexy costume, most sexy costume, and best Jackalope beer-themed costume. Admission is free. This event is 21 and over only.
Disco Daze: Halloween Day Party
Flamingo Cocktail Club
Social Society presents Disco Daze: Halloween Day Party at Flamingo Cocktail Club on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. DJ Majik and DJ Svnny D are curating the tunes for the Halloween day bash. Expect to hear hip hop, R&B, old school, and reggae. Wear your best 70s getup. Tickets are $10 in advance. Tables and sections are also available for reservation. This event is 21 and over only.
Party All Day, Spooky All Night
Germantown Depot
Make your way to Germantown Depot for Party All Day, Spooky All Night, a Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 11:00am to 11:00pm. Expect fun in the beer garden, a DJ starting at 7:00pm, and a costume contest at 9:00pm. Admission is free. This a 21 and over event.
Wednesday, October 31, 2018 (Halloween Night)
Headquarters Halloween Party
Headquarters Beercade
Headquarters Beercade’s Halloween Night Party is Wednesday, October 31, 2018, starting at 9:00pm. The party will feature spooky decor, specialty-themed cocktails, DJs spinning all night long, free pinball and arcade games, and a huge costume contest with cash prizes of $100-$500. Admission is free. This event is 21 and over only.
Rosemary’s Baby 2: Haunted House Halloween Party
Rosemary + Beauty Queen
Rosemary’s Baby 2: Haunted House Halloween Party returns in 2018 at Rosemary + Beauty Queen in East Nashville on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, from 8:00pm to 1:00am. DJs Coach and Rate will perform. Costumes are encouraged. Admission is free. This event is 21 and over only.
TailGate Halloween Bash
TailGate Brewery Headquarters
TailGate Brewery is hosting a Halloween Bash on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, from 5:00pm to 10:00pm at their headquarters off Charlotte Pike. The free, family-friendly party will feature pumpkin beer, Vampire Slayer pizza, a costume contest, and other festive fun. Admission is free. This event is all ages.
A Very Scary Spiderberry Halloween Vol. 2
Vinyl Tap
Far Out Nashville & The Spiderberries present: A Very Scary Spiderberry Halloween Volume 2 at Vinyl Tap on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, from 8:00pm to 1:00am. There will be live music by The Spiderberries, Hard, Abbey Moss & Ben Ricketts, plus Dogfish Head craft beer specials and other spooky fun. Admission is free for anyone wearing a costume. Masks are encouraged. This event is 21 and over only.
Va Va VAMP II: A Bloodthirsty Burlesque Revue
Rudy’s Jazz Room
Abby Costello presents Va Va VAMP II: A Bloodthirsty Burlesque Revue on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, from 9:00pm to 11:30pm at Rudy’s Jazz Room in the Gulch. The show features burlesque performances by Abby Costello, Patsy Climax, and Schatzi Love, with stage kitten Lavender Tart. Fedora Jones will host. Guests can also expect live music by Brook Sutton’s New Orleans-style jazz band, door prizes, and haunted fun. Vampire attire encouraged. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
Slay: A Slasher Bash
Play Dance Bar
Slay: A Slasher Bash is Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at Play Dance Bar. The event will feature a major costume contest, including over $5,000 in cash and prizes for the best 70s, 80s, 90s horror costume, best overall, and best drag. Expect dancing, drag shows, and music all night long. This event is 18 and over.
To Be Announced (Last Year’s Parties)
- The Sutler’s Annual Sell Your Soul Halloween Party
- The George Jones (last year’s party details)
- The Fox (last year’s party details)
- The Valentine (last year’s party details)
Spooky Eat & Drink Options
Día De Los Muertos
Saint Anejo
Start Halloween off at Saint Anejo, the popular Mexican restaurant in the Gulch. They are hosting Día De Los Muertos on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Dress in your most festive attire and get half-price margarita pitchers and 5-for-3 buckets of beer from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
Tavern Halloween
Tavern
Tavern is hosting a Halloween Brunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 26-28, 2018, from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Dress in spooky attire, sip 2-for-1 brunch libations, and enjoy brunch classics at this popular Midtown destination. Stop by on Halloween night, October 31, 2018, between 2:00pm and 10:00pm for Halloween jams and 2-for-1 drink specials.
Nashville Halloween concerts
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2018
Lightning 100’s Annual Paranormal Rocktivity Halloween Bash with The Protomen, Devo 615 Allstars, and ELEL
- Venue: Marathon Music Works
- Date: Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Time: 6:30pm (doors) | 8:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $20 – $45
- Ages: All ages
My So-Called Band: 90’s Halloween Party
- Venue: Cannery Ballroom
- Date: Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Time: 8:30pm (doors) | 9:30pm (show)
- Tickets: $15 – $75
- Ages: 18 and over
Guilty Pleasures
- Venue: Mercy Lounge
- Date: Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Time: 8:00pm (doors) | 9:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $18 – $20
- Ages: 18 and over
A Nightmare on Woodland Street featuring Wick-It, KDSML, Coach, Rate and Rod Youree
- Venue: The Basement East
- Date: Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Time: 9:00pm
- Tickets: $10
- Ages: 21 and over
Ghostland Observatory + GIBBZ
- Venue: Mercy Lounge
- Date: Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Time: 8:00pm (doors) | 9:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $25 – $27
- Ages: 18 and over
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2018
Festival of Ghouls: Sarah & The Safeword, Beyond Wings Circus, Wicked Ida Puppetry
- Venue: Exit / In
- Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
- Time: 7:00pm (doors) | 8:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $15
- Ages: 18 and over
BOOgie Bash Nash featuring Jarren Blair
- Venue: 3rd and Lindsley
- Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
- Time: 6:00pm (doors) | 8:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $10
- Ages: All ages
Halloween with Delta Rae
- Venue: The Basement
- Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
- Time: 7:30pm (doors) | 8:00pm (show)
- Tickets: $10
- Ages: 21 and over
Smoking Flowers Halloween Fest with The Minks and Blackfoot Gypsies
- Venue: The 5 Spot
- Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
- Time: 9:00pm
- Ages: 21 and over
Funkonauts Halloween 2018 with special guest Cleetoris T. Beefowf
- Venue: The Cobra
- Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
- Time: 9:00pm
- Tickets: Free
- Ages: 21 and over
NASHVILLE Haunted Houses & Haunted Woods
Nashville Nightmare
Madison – $24.99+ – opens September 21 – Get more details.
Nashville Haunted Hayride & Woods
Hermitage – $29.99+ – opens September 28 – Get more details.
Dead Land Scream Park
Lebanon – $5 to $50 – opens September 21 – Get more details.
Devil’s Dungeon Haunted House
East Nashville – $20 to $55 – opens September 15 – Get more details.
Haunted Hell Nashville
Antioch – $20 to $55 – opens September 15 – Get more details.
Millers Thrillers Haunted Woods
Columbia – $5 to $40 – opens September 29 – Get more details.
Also See:
Death Yard Haunted Attraction
http://www.nashvillesbesthaunt.com
You should really add Nashville Nightmare to the Top Haunts list. The quality of the set design and make-up effects are very close if not exceeding Hollywood’s standards!
Thanks, Mike! We added Nashville Nightmare to the Top Haunted Houses.
Hey that’s great! Glad I could be of some help.
Guided by Voices is playing The Basement on 10/31.
you should add the Were-wolf Bar mitzvah to the list. its at Mercy Lounge. i went last year and it was the most fun I’ve ever had on halloween!