Your ultimate Toronto Halloween party guide for 2018

Oct 23 2018, 10:54 pm

This year, there’s no shortage of Halloween fun to be had, as there are countless parties and events taking place as early as this weekend.

Whether you and your friends want to get down to some live music, enter a few costume contests, or dance the night away at a 90s-inspired witches party, we’ve got the perfect Halloween party for you.

Halloween at Regulars

Regulars

What: Regulars opened its doors in September 2018 and has quickly established itself as King Street’s go-to local for elevated food and drinks. This Halloween, partygoers can stop by for dinner with the party starting at 10 pm. There’ll also be a different DJ spinning every night, costumes are also encouraged.

When: Parties happening October 25, 26, 27, 29 and 31
Time: Party kicks off at 10 pm
Where: 688 King Street West
Price: No cover

The Rocky Horror Show

The Rocky Horror Show

What: Let’s do the Time Warp Agaiiinnnnnn! This comedy horror and cult classic tells the story of newly engaged couple Brad Majors and Janet Weiss, who meet a group of strange individuals. Sold-out for seven years in a row, you can’t miss this Halloween spectacle, live on stage.

When: October 25, 26, 27, 28 and 31
Time: Performances from 8 pm to 10 pm and 11 pm to 1 am
Where: Lower Ossington Theatre
Price: Prices vary by seat selection

Dark Waters

Dark Waters

What: Splash into Dark Waters on October 26. This 19+ event will send chills through your gills as you explore the dark side of the aquarium. Beware of creatures from the deep because this is not your average Halloween party. Once you catch your breath, grab a few drinks, join the costume contest, and enjoy the thrilling views as you dance the night away. Just be careful of what lurks below.

When: October 26
Time: 8 pm to 12 am
Where: Ripley’s Aquarium, 288 Bremner Boulevard
Tickets: From $28 per person

Screamwhistle

steam whistle

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What: Steam Whistle is back with Screamwhiste, their annual Halloween bash for two nights this October. Come in costume and dance the night away with DJs Nino Brown, Skratch Bastid and Fields McQueen.

When: October 26 & 27
Time: 9 pm to 2 am
Where: Steam Whistle Brewing, 255 Bremner Blvd
Tickets: From $30 to $35

Halloween Fridays at Figures

Figures Halloween

What: Toronto’s comic book-themed restaurant will be hosting a Halloween party this year, and costumes are definitely encouraged.

When: October 26
Time: Party starts at 10 pm
Where: Figures Lounge, 137 Avenue Road
Price: $10

Thriller Halloween

Thriller Halloween

What: If you’re in the mood to dance the night away to the sounds of one of the top house DJs, Rebel is the place to be this Friday. Thriller at Rebel will feature ZEDD and Manzone & Strong in the Main Room, and BTSM, Blunts and Blondes and Lukav in Noir.

When: October 26
Time: 10 pm
Where:
Rebel, 11 Polson Street
Price: From $95

MASQ

MASQ

What: On Friday, Uniun is hosting Masq, a special Halloween edition of the weekly occurring Factory Friday. Dance the night away to music from Klingade and don’t forget to dress up, costumes are encouraged.

When: October 26
Time: Doors open at 10 pm
Where: Union, 473 Adelaide Street West
Price: From $30.69

The Citizen Death and Disco

Death & Disco

What: Get your disco shoes ready, Citizen is throwing back to back disco Halloween parties this weekend. The two-day celebration will feature a DJ and tons of awesome Instagrammable Halloween scenes and props. The theme is Death and Disco.

When: October 26 and 27
Time: 10 pm
Where: Citizen, 522 King Street West
Price: Cover is $10

Halloween at the Event Centre

Halloween at the Event Centre

What: Four Kings Collective, Jukebox and John Doe Group are hosting an epic Halloween party at the Toronto Event Centre this Saturday. Partygoers can also look forward to special performances by Anders and DJ Macri. Costumes are definitely encouraged. 

When: October 27
Time: 9 pm to 2 am
Where: 15 Saskatchewan Road
Price: From $40

El Trap: Halloween Edition

 

El Trap: Halloween Edition

What: Baro is hosting a reggaeton party with a Halloween twist this Saturday. Live music will be provided by DJ Casilimas & DJ Level and tickets can be purchased for $25 at the door.

When: October 27
Time: 9 am to 2 pm
Where: Baro, 485 King Street West
Price:  $15 to $20

Hot as Hell Party

The Pint Hot as Hell

What: The Pint is celebrating their Hot as Hell Party this Saturday and wants you to join. The first 500 people through the door get FREE WINGS FOR A YEAR, plus enjoy all kinds of scary good drink specials. Look forward to $4 PBR and $4 shots of Jameson all day long. Not enough? How about taking part in a ‘Scary Hot Wing Eating Contest’ and a $500 CASH PRIZE for best costume.

When: October 27
Time: All day
Where: The Pint, 277 Front Street West
Price: No cover

SCARY POTTER: Hallowe’en at Hogwartz

SCARY POTTER: Hallowe’en at Hogwartz

What: This year at Track & Field, the bar is getting decked out as Hogwarts and you’re invited to get in the festive spirit with some Harry Potter costumes. Death Cohen will be playing all your favourite jams to rage to, and of course, there will be some Potter “Potions” aka DRANKS. Tickets are $15 and include guaranteed entry and line bypass.

When: October 27
Time: 9 pm to 2 am
Where: Track & Field, 860 College Street
Price: $13.76

BITE ME: A Celebration of 90s/00s Witchy Fierceness

BITE ME: A Celebration of 90’s/00’s Witchy Fierceness

What: Come through Bangarang this Saturday and party in the name of all the baddies from back in the day. We’re talkin’ candles, tarot cards, gothy lipstick, spooky punch bowls, and the homie DJ Brains4breakfast playing all your favourite party hits.

When: October 27
Time: 9 pm to 2 am
Where: Bangarang, 552 College Street
Price: $8.99

The Haunted Hotel at The Thompson

Haunted Hotel

What: This weekend, the entire Thompson Hotel will transform into the largest Halloween party in town, as it takes over Wildflower, the Wellington Grand Ballroom, the Lobby and Rooftop. With different DJs and table setups in all rooms, each room will provide a different experience, all in the same night.

When: October 27
Time: 9 pm to 2:30 am
Where: Thompson Hotel, 550 Wellington Street
Price: From $30 to $75

Mortem

Mortem

What: Mortem, Canada’s largest Halloween party, returns to all four Rebel rooms this Saturday, with cash and prizes for best costumes.

When: October 27
Time: 10 pm
Where: Rebel, 11 Polson Street
Price: $41.41

Carnivale

Carnivale

What: This Halloween, great ready for an unforgettable night at the 6th Annual Carnivale, hosted inside one of Toronto’s most iconic event spaces, Assembly Chef’s Hall. The venue will be turned into a living, breathing, haunted experience with creepy décor, live performances, and freaky sideshow acts including fire artists and contortionists.

When: October 27
Time: Doors open at 10 pm
Where: Assembly Chef’s Hall, 111 Richmond Street
Price: $34.95

2018 Halloween Dead Presidents

Dead Presidents

What: On Halloween evening, Petty Cash wants you to join them in celebrating the spookiest night of the year with the theme being Dead Presidents. Doors will open at 5 pm and there’s no cover.

When: October 31
Time: 5 pm to 2 am
Where: 487 Adelaide Street West
Price: No cover

Halloween on Church

halloween party

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What: Later this month, The Village will be shutting down six blocks of Church Street to host a massive pedestrian-only Halloween party, that’s known for being the largest Halloween party in North America. The fun begins at 6:30 pm, and the Village’s shops, cafés and bars will be bumping all night long. All are welcome, and it’s highly recommended that you wear a costume.

When: October 31
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Along Church Street (Wood Street to Gloucester Street)
Tickets: Admission is free

Day of the Dead

Baro Day of the Dead

What: On Halloween evening, from 5 pm to close, join Baro in celebrating the Day of the Dead. Presented by Jägermeister and Baro, they’ll be hosting a Dia de Muertos Halloween party, located on their second floor which will be free to attend.

When: October 31
Time: 5 pm to 2 am
Where: Baro, 485 King Street West
Price: Free to attend

Berkeley’s Halloween House Party

Berkeley’s Halloween House Party

What: This year in Toronto, skip the run-of-the-mill experience that will find you cooped up in a crowded nightclub and opt for an upscale incredible night with Berkeley Events that you won’t forget. Includes standard open bar (excluding shots) and late night food stations. Costumes are mandatory.

When: October 31
Time: 9:30 am to 2 am
Where: The Berkeley Bicycle Club, 504 Jarvis Street
Price: $85

Asylum

Asylum

What: Spend your Halloween at the first ever Asylum. With theatrics by Black Mohawk Productions and music by DJ Narvas, Jed Harper, Scotty Scratch and more, Asylum is the haunted house party you can’t miss. Dress to impress, as there is a grand cash prize of $7,500 for best costume.

When: October 31
Time: Doors open at 10 pm
Where: Rebel, 11 Polson Street
Price: $24.41

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