Halloween in Abilene Texas 2025: Stranger Things, Haunted Houses & Boo Bashes

Abilene, Texas, is turning up the spooky this Halloween with a packed lineup of haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and costume parties that’ll make even the ghosts want to RSVP. From the legendary Swenson House Boo Bash to The Grace Museum’s vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration, the Key City is buzzing with fall fun for all ages.

Whether you’re chasing jump scares, cold brews, or candy corn, here’s your ultimate guide to the best Halloween events happening across Abilene in 2025.

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The Big Patch Energy: Denton Valley Farms

• When: Oct 26 – Nov 2, 10 am–5 pm
• Where: 8750 County Rd 224, Clyde

Corn maze, hayrides through the “haunted” woods, Headless Horseman nights, and a walking trail that turns into a giant outdoor haunted house after dark. Also: beer, wine, daiquiris, and pumpkin spice ice cream are available. I love this place.

Big Country Dermatology Trick-or-Treat

• When: Oct 30–31, 4:30–5:30 pm
• Where: 17 Windmill Circle

All treat, no tricks: free event for ages 0–12. A perfect warm-up for little ghouls and the candy chauffeurs who follow them.

Día de los Muertos at The Grace

• When: Oct 30, 5–8 pm
• Where: The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress

Free community celebration with activities for all ages, so bring the family, learn, remember, and soak up the art.

Día de los Muertos Afterparty @ The Brewery

• When: Oct 30, 5:30–9:30 pm
• Where: Grain Theory, 202 Pine St

Roll straight from The Grace into a downtown afterparty at Grain Theory. Raise a glass to loved ones and keep the vibes glowing.

The Paramount Gets Creepy: The Shining (Two Nights)

• Night 1: Oct 30, 7:30–10:30 pm
• Night 2: Oct 31, 7:30–10:00 pm
• Where: Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress

Nothing says Halloween like Jack Nicholson and a vintage West Texas theater.

Arcade in the Upside Down: Downtown Halloween – Stranger Things Party

• When: Oct 31, 9 pm–2 am
• Where: Free Play Arcade, 250 Cypress

Costumes and classic arcade games? Yes please! Step into the Upside Down at Free Play Abilene’s inaugural Halloween bash, where nostalgia meets neon nightmares. Celebrate the final season of Stranger Things with immersive décor, theme drinks, and nonstop arcade action all night long.

Nightmare on Oak St

• When: Oct 31, 7 pm–2 am
• Where: The Stairs (formerly Upstairs Club), 141 ½ Oak

DJ JSwink, costume contest, scavenger hunt, and theme drinks. Spend the night...if you dare!

Swenson House Boo Bash

• When: Oct 31, 7–11 pm
• Where: Swenson House, 1726 Swenson St

Party in one of Abilene’s most iconic homes. If a portrait’s eyes follow you…that’s just Halloween doing its job.

Abilene Zoo Día de los Muertos Celebration

• When: Nov 1–2, 9 am–5 pm
• Where: Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln

Extend the spirit a day or two, family-friendly remembrance with the best animal neighbors in town.

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Whether you’re dancing with Demogorgons, carving pumpkins, or catching chills at The Paramount, Abilene’s got a Halloween vibe for everyone.

So grab your costume, your crew, and maybe a flashlight because this spooky season, the Key City is alive and kickin’... just maybe not entirely alive...muahahahaha!!!