Lots of Halloween events happening in Utah Valley this October for kids, college students, and anyone who enjoys being scared!
There are lots of fun Halloween activities like musicals, concerts, haunted houses, and free events happening all month. Don't miss out on the excitement! For additional ideas of things to do this month, check out our events calendar.
Here are some spooktacular ideas for what to do for Halloween 2024!
Family-Friendly Activities
1. Buzzards and Bees Music Event
Downtown Provo transforms into a spooky wonderland for this two-day indie music festival featuring over 80 local bands, all playing in costume. The main event spans 11 different venues, with secret shows and surprise performances making the experience even more exciting. The festival kicks off with a Goth Prom at Velour, adding a fun and edgy twist to the Halloween festivities. You can pick up your festival wristbands at the Goth Prom or The Gem Studio on Saturday.
- Dates: October 18-19, 2024
- Location: Various venues in Downtown Provo
- Price: $25 (day-of), $20 (advance)
2. Local City Halloween Parties
Utah Valley cities love to celebrate Halloween with family-friendly festivals. These parties are packed with free events, costume parades, face painting, bounce houses, and carnival games. Every city brings its own unique twist, so be sure to check your local city’s calendar for more details.
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Eagle Mountain Halloween Town
Eagle Mountain's Halloween celebration offers something for everyone, including a dog costume contest, a car show, games, and plenty of fun activities for all ages. In the evening, enjoy a free showing of Hocus Pocus under the stars at Mid-Valley Soccer Field.- Date: October 7, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Movie: Hocus Pocus at 7:30 PM
- Location: Cory Wride Memorial Park
- Cost: FREE
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Lehi City Halloween Party
This year, Lehi Legacy Center’s Halloween Party promises to be bigger and better than ever! Themed as “Halloween Comes to Life,” this event features trick-or-treating around the track, games, crafts, a spook alley, and even a 25-foot movie screen showing Hocus Pocus! For a small additional fee, you can enjoy a sloppy joe dinner.- Date: October 25, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 8 PM
- Location: Lehi Legacy Center, 123 North Center Street, Lehi, UT 84043
- Cost: $6 per child at the door ($5 in advance); adults are FREE
Of course, there are many more City Halloween Events. If you have a local city Halloween event that you would like to add to our list, email us here.
3. Haunted Halloween Haven
Spanish Fork’s Haunted Halloween Haven is back for 2024 with its spooky, family-friendly walkthrough haunt. This free attraction is perfect for younger kids and those who prefer a milder scare. Don’t miss the 25-minute projection mapping show, running every night in October, which adds to the eerie atmosphere. On Halloween night, the haunt will also be handing out treats to all who dare enter.
- Dates: Every night in October, 7:30 PM – 10 PM
- Location: 1641 Oakview Lane, Spanish Fork, UT 84660
- Price: FREE
4. CLAS Ropes Halloween Cruise
Sail down the Provo River under a canopy of glowing jack-o-lanterns for a spooky but serene Halloween adventure. Along the way, you’ll encounter ghost stories, mysterious characters, and even a few surprises. This is an ideal event for families who want to enjoy Halloween in the great outdoors without too much fright.
- Dates: September 30 – October 31
- Departures: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Mon-Thurs), 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM (Fri-Sat)
- Location: 3606 West Center Street, Provo, UT 84601
- Price: $10-12 per person
5. Sundance Halloween Lift Rides
The Sundance Mountain Resort offers a spooky yet scenic Halloween lift ride that’s perfect for all ages. Enjoy the fall colors and spooky decorations as you ascend the mountain on the Outlaw Express Lift. You can also indulge in special Halloween treats and hot chocolate, making this ride a cozy and fun Halloween experience.
- Dates: October 17-31 (select nights)
- Location: Sundance Mountain Resort
- Price: $30-35 per person
6. Springville Art Museum Halloween Party
Put on your best costume and head to the Springville Museum of Art for their annual Halloween Party! This free event is perfect for families, with trick-or-treat games, art activities, and plenty of spooky fun for kids of all ages.
- Date: October 24, 2024
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Springville Museum of Art
- Cost: FREE
7. Thanksgiving Point Spooktober
Throughout October, Thanksgiving Point hosts "Spooktober," a month-long celebration of all things fall. Each venue offers family-friendly Halloween-themed activities, such as scavenger hunts, costume contests, and interactive experiences. Whether you’re exploring the Butterfly Biosphere or Ashton Gardens, there’s a little something spooky for everyone!
- Dates: October 1-31, 2024
- Locations: Thanksgiving Point venues
- Price: Admission varies by venue
8. TRICKS & TREATS featuring The Magic of Timothy at SCERA
Prepare for an enchanting evening of comedy magic with Timothy Riggs, Utah’s own professional magician! Timothy has been performing magic for over 20 years, including on ABC, NBC, and FOX networks. His family-friendly show is perfect for all ages, combining incredible illusions with a hilarious sense of humor. Timothy is known for his interactive style, even levitating volunteers from the audience! Mandy Vanorden, his long-time assistant, will join the fun, and together, they’ll create a magical experience your family won’t want to miss.
- Date: October 30, 2024
- Location: SCERA Center for the Arts
- Tickets: $10 (call or purchase online at SCERA’s website)
9. Dia de los Muertos at Thanksgiving Point
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a special holiday to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. Thanksgiving Point hosts a lively and colorful celebration with community altars (ofrendas), traditional Mexican food, live music, and dance performances. The highlight of the event is the display of artful calacas and calaveras (skeletons and skulls) and vibrant decorations that symbolize the joy of life and the memories of those no longer with us.
- Date: October 26, 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Thanksgiving Point Show Barn, 2476 Sycamore Lane, Lehi, UT 84043
- Price: $16 adults, $5 children (ages 3-12), 2 and under are FREE
Haunted Houses
10. Haunted Forest
One of Utah’s most popular haunted attractions, the Haunted Forest spans over a million square feet of terrifying woods. You’ll wander through a real forest as ghouls and creatures lurk around every corner. This haunted attraction is known for its elaborate sets, pop-out scares, and spine-tingling atmosphere, making it a must-see for horror enthusiasts.
- Dates: September 13 – October 31
- Location: American Fork, UT
- Price: $30, Fast Pass add $7
11. Cornbelly’s Insanity Point
Cornbelly’s is not just a corn maze—Insanity Point turns the venue into a fear-filled Halloween experience. With haunted attractions, scary mazes, and even fireworks on select nights, this is the perfect spot for a night of spooky fun. It’s designed for older kids and adults who enjoy a good scare.
- Dates: September 30 – October 29 (select nights)
- Location: Thanksgiving Point
- Price: $34.95 per person
12. Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus
Step into a world of twisted clowns and creepy circus performers at the Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus. This attraction is known for its unique setting inside a giant circus tent, where guests will be both entertained and terrified by roaming actors and interactive performances. New for 2024: on select nights, you can experience the haunt without any actors for a behind-the-scenes look at the terrifying setup.
Real Haunted Places
13. Pedal Provo Ghost Tours
Explore Provo’s haunted past on a spooky nighttime bike ride. Pedal past haunted landmarks, eerie cemeteries, and learn about Provo’s spine-chilling ghost stories. This unique ghost tour is perfect for those looking to combine a little exercise with their Halloween thrills.
- Dates: October 18, 19, 25, 26
- Price: $12-20 per person
14. The Ghosts of Camp Floyd
Step back in time and discover the haunted history of Camp Floyd. Participants will join a guided paranormal investigation through this historic military site. Armed with flashlights, cameras, and paranormal equipment, visitors will search for ghostly orbs and sounds. This event is extremely popular, so make sure to reserve your spot!
- Dates: October 5, 11, 26
- Location: Camp Floyd State Park
- Price: $10 per person
15. Harold B. Lee Library Reading Room
According to an article published on Utah Haunted Houses, the Reading Room at the Harold B. Lee Library is infamous for paranormal activity. The room is always said to be extremely hot or cold, and if you listen closely, you can sometimes hear moaning sounds or a Harp Playing. If you do go check this out, please be respectful to anyone studying in the Library.
There are plenty of other haunted houses, corn mazes, and fall festivals throughout Utah County this October. For more ideas, visit our events calendar and Fall Activities Blog. Happy haunting!
