Here’s your guide to celebrating Halloween in Branson this 2024 season!
1. Trick-or-Treat Events Halloween in Branson
Branson offers plenty of safe, fun-filled trick-or-treat opportunities for kids and families to enjoy. Here are some of the best places to gather your candy haul:
- 18th Annual Branson Landing’s Safe Street Trick or Treat
On Halloween night, the Branson Landing will host its annual Safe Trick-or-Treat from 5 PM to 7 PM. Kids in costume can visit participating stores for candy and enjoy a variety of festive activities! - Halloween BOOnanza
Enjoy a FREE family-friendly evening at the Branson RecPlex packed with fun at the annual celebration! The event features games, bounce houses, costume contests, food trucks, and more! Local businesses will also set up booths along the ballfield, creating a trick-or-treat path for all to enjoy(Dates to be announced)! - Cox Branson Trunk or Treat
Join CoxHealth on Thursday, October 2024, from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Specialty Center parking lot for a free, safe trick-or-treat alternative! Cox Branson employees will be hosting fun, Halloween-themed booths, ready to hand out plenty of sweets and treats! - Frightful Feline Friday
Mochas and Meows is hosting a purr-fectly spooky Halloween event, complete with candy, face painting, crafts, and a variety of fun activities for all ages. Visitors can enjoy special cat lounge pricing and drink discounts from 4-6 PM, while the rest of the festivities are free. Don’t miss the FRIGHTFUL FELINE FRIDAY FUN on Friday, October 25th, from 4-6 PM! - Trunk-or-Treat at Cakes-N-Creams 50s Diner
Branson’s Classic 50’s Diner is hosting an old-fashioned Trunk or Treat Party on Thursday, October 31st, from 6 PM to 10 PM! Guests are encouraged to wear their best costumes, enjoy plenty of candy, and watch family-friendly classics like Scooby-Doo, followed by The Goonies. It’s a fun-filled night for all ages! - TRUNK OR TREAT at Swan Valley Brew Co. & Flea Market
Swan Valley is Hosting a Trunk Or Treat October 31st from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The coffee shop will stay open until 8 PM on Halloween and the entire Swan Valley team will be dressed in awesome costumes! - Trunk or Treat on Downing Street
Join the City of Hollister and the Downing Street Merchants for a fun and safe trick-or-treat event on historic Downing Street! Festivities begin around 5 PM on October 5th in Hollister, MO.
2. Haunted Attractions Halloween in Branson
For those looking for something a little scarier this Halloween, Branson has several haunted attractions that promise thrills and chills:
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- Castle of Chaos at Hollywood Wax Museum
If you’re up for a unique haunted attraction, Castle of Chaos at the Hollywood Wax Museum is an immersive 5D ride that takes you through a spine-tingling adventure. Equipped with 3D glasses and blasters, you’ll battle ghouls and monsters in this interactive haunted experience. - Haunted Taxi Ghost Tours
Haunted Taxi offers the official Haunted Taxi Ghost Tours, providing a thrilling adventure through some of the most haunted places in Branson, MO! One of the highlights includes a visit to the infamous Haunted Church Road, known as one of the most haunted roads in the world. Guests are given the history of each eerie stop along the way, using ghost-hunting equipment to hear, see, and even feel the spirits! - Branson’s Haunted Coaster Nights
Take a thrilling Halloween-themed ride on the Copperhead Mountain Coaster every Friday and Saturday night from October 4th to October 26th. Brace yourself for spooky effects and eerie decorations along the uptrack as you enjoy this fun, family-friendly adventure. It’s the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit!
- Castle of Chaos at Hollywood Wax Museum
Hours: Fridays & Saturdays in October – Dusk to 10 PM
3. Festive Fall Events
Halloween in Branson isn’t just about spooky frights—it’s also a time to embrace all things fall. Here are some great events for the whole family:
- PumpkinFest at Shepherd of the Hills
Running through October 26, PumpkinFest is a can’t-miss celebration of fall fun. Enjoy hayrides, pumpkin painting, a corn maze, and a petting zoo. PumpkinFest is perfect for families looking to enjoy the beauty of autumn while partaking in festive Halloween activities. - Hollister Grape and Fall Festival
Taking place on October 12, the Hollister Grape and Fall Festival features live entertainment, local vendors, a grape stomp, and a costume contest for the kids. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the season while supporting local businesses and artisans.
4. Costume Contests Halloween in Branson
Dress to impress this Halloween and enter one of the many costume contests happening around town:
- Branson Landing Halloween Costume Contest
Branson Landing hosts a fun costume contest during their Halloween event, with prizes awarded for the most creative and spookiest costumes. Be sure to arrive early to register and show off your best Halloween look! - Great Escapes Costume Contest
Get ready to dazzle and unleash your creativity! The top three winners will take home something extraordinary!
- Trunk or Treat Family Fun Night
Candies, Costume Contest & Games on October 31st at 5 PM in Forsyth, MO!
5. Family-Friendly Attractions Halloween in Branson
If haunted houses and trick-or-treating aren’t your style, Branson has plenty of other ways to enjoy the Halloween season:
- Silver Dollar City’s Harvest Festival
While not exclusively a Halloween event, Silver Dollar City’s Harvest Festival is a wonderful way to celebrate fall. With pumpkin carving demonstrations, craft booths, and delicious seasonal treats, it’s the perfect backdrop for a festive day with the family. Plus, by night, the park transforms with thousands of glowing pumpkins lighting up the park in spectacular displays.
Enjoy 25% off SDC Tickets during this Limited Time Offer>> https://www.branson.com/sdc-fall-discount-24/
6. Where to Find the Best Halloween Treats
Halloween wouldn’t be complete without indulging in some tasty treats! Visit some of Branson’s favorite sweet shops like Sugar Leaf Bakery or Kilwins for fall-flavored goodies like caramel apples, pumpkin pie, and Halloween-themed desserts.
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For Adults
There will be a Halloween Pop-Up Bar on October 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th & the 31st at The Summit in Downtown Branson. There will be specialty cocktails and signature drinks available during those spooky days include the Blood Orange Margarita, Crystal Skull, Ghost Rider’s Revenge & the Berry-Scary Sangria!
