Break out your spookiest costumes and let the ghosts dance! Throughout the year, the Bavarian metropolis offers exciting events that enrich our weekends, make family days unforgettable, and perfectly round out festive occasions like Halloween.
To make sure you can really celebrate in a spooky-yet-beautiful way on the night of October 31, we’ve put together a list of 8 downright terrifying things to do on Halloween in Munich. These will show you the light at the end of the tunnel—or perhaps even reveal even more darkness…
Spooky Tours Through Munich
Follow the mysterious trails of witches and Munich’s dark history! If you’re looking for an extraordinary tour, the city has plenty to offer. Discover the most mysterious spots in the city center, where thrilling stories about witches and the damned come to life. Or let medieval night watchman tours transport you into the city’s gloomy past. As you experience firsthand where the events took place, the spine-chilling atmosphere will grip you in its purest form.
Halloween Outdoor & Indoor Festival
Before the Alte Hof transforms back into its annual winter quarters, it shows off its spooky side. Here, on October 31, you can party and dance to hip-hop, house, and ’90s tunes. The party takes place in both the outdoor and indoor areas, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. There are two dance floors, a food corner with terrifyingly delicious snacks, inviting welcome shots, and, of course, some truly spooky decorations!
On Halloween, Munich becomes a spooky crime scene: Armed with your smartphone, you’ll embark on a 60- to 90-minute murder mystery city adventure that you can start at any time of day. On your scavenger hunt, you’ll have to solve puzzles, gather clues, and interrogate suspects at 12 iconic locations to solve the mysterious murder of a travel blogger. Grab your tickets for this thrilling outdoor experience and put your detective skills to the test before the killer strikes again!
Halloween at the School of Magic
PA/SPIELkultur e. V. invites families to the School of Magic! Discover which element lies within you, brew magic potions, and design your own magical candles. Look forward to a spooky program where you can get creative yourself. The event is suitable for children ages 5 and up and takes place on both days from 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., making it the perfect family outing. Because as we know, the Spooky Festival isn’t just fun for adults—it’s fun for the little ones, too—especially when it comes to costumes and candy.
Smells Like… Halloween
Whether it’s hard rock or fun girly pop, everyone will get their money’s worth at Smells Like Halloween at Backstage. Across four dance floors, you’ll find a mix of metalcore, deathcore, emo, synth-pop, indie, and alternative. Each area also offers special drink deals. Attendees of the Mono Inc. concert get free admission; everyone else pays €15 in advance or €20 at the door.
Halloween doesn’t always have to be spooky. How about a classical concert instead? Whether epic movie ballads or big rock hits, at Candlelight you’ll experience every genre as a classical reinterpretation. A sea of candles creates an atmospheric setting. Let yourself be enchanted by the magical backdrop and the sounds of the musicians, and enjoy a romantic Halloween.
Bavaria Filmstadt Spooky Tour
The Filmstadt Spooky Tour is a Halloween event like no other. Embark on a spine-chilling tour through Bavaria Filmstadt, where two mazes and live entertainment acts await you. Let yourself be captivated by the unique atmosphere and the staff’s spooky costumes. The tour is available every year for Halloween and promises spine-tingling moments for young and old alike. If you want more, you can flee from zombies in the Mørkheim escape game or step into your own personal horror movie in the Zombyte 2.0 VR experience.
Halloween in the Werksviertel
On October 31, the Werksviertel transforms into a spooky zone with eerie decorations and plenty of party fun. The clubs and bars have some surprises in store for you, so you’re in for a treat. Plus, the Streetfood Panda Festival kicks off as early as October 30, where you can sample fall-themed foods and drinks from around the world. If you still need the right makeup for your costume, join the face-painting workshop here. Or have your picture taken with the 4-meter-tall panda.
