Vienna in Halloween fever: spooky parties and spooky fun!

Vienna in Halloween fever: spooky parties and spooky fun!

On October 31, 2025, Vienna will once again be transformed into a spooky Halloween paradise. The city's streets and squares are filled with joyful and spooky celebrations that appeal to all of our senses. The Vienna Prater is the hotspot for everyone who wants to be a little spooky, but above all have fun.

An extensive Halloween program awaits visitors in the magnificent halls of the Prater: pumpkin carving, craft stations and a hands-on circus ensure that the little ones get their money's worth. The Liliput Railway creates a spooky atmosphere, while the Prater Museum, Madame Tussauds and the Planetarium offer numerous attractions. Children in costumes can even frolic around in the air castle for free. The big Halloween parade with scary artists will take place from 7:00 p.m., followed by the biggest Halloween party in the Prater Dome from 10:00 p.m.!

Parties and events all over the city

But it's not just the Prater where the celebrations take place. Halloween events are springing up all over Vienna. The U4 invites you to the “Death by Disco” Halloween party from 9 p.m., while the Ottakringer Brewery is already sold out for its Halloween rave. The “O” club celebrates with various genres of music from 10 p.m., while the Loft starts its corruption Halloween party at 11 p.m. – you can get spooky here from just 5 euros.

The Klyo also promises special experiences: on October 30th there will be a film evening with a scary dinner and a horror film - the dress code is “The scarier, the better”. A horror paradise opens in the METAStadt from 9 p.m., while the Lugner City offers techno, house and rave classics from 10 p.m. The Vienna Rock and Metal Zombie Ball also opens its doors at 7:30 p.m., and anyone looking for a costumed after-work party will find it at Café Landtmann from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.

Traditions and Origins of Halloween

Halloween, or as it is also known, All Hallows' Eve, has its roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain, which marks the evening before All Souls' Day. Originally seen as a time when the line between the living and the dead was blurred, fire was lit and masks were used to drive away ghosts. Over the last few centuries, Halloween has developed into a lavish festival that is celebrated in both Europe and North America. In the United States, the custom of trick-or-treating is extremely popular, which is essentially a form of mummery where children go from door to door collecting candy.

The custom of the Jack-o'-Lantern, originally originating from turnips in Ireland, is now carried out in the bright pumpkins that can be found in every other garden. Historically, the first records of Halloween began in the 7th century, but today's traditions remain largely untouched by religious customs and have evolved into an almost pure festival full of fun and horror.

However you celebrate Halloween - whether at one of the many parties, a spooky event or at home with a good horror film - Vienna has something to offer for everyone. Take the chance to transform yourself into a scary creature and enjoy the many events! Whether elegant or subtly spooky – let yourself be carried away by the magic of this special night!

You can find more information about the various Halloween events in Vienna on Cosmo, Wikipedia or Britannica find.