As the days grow shorter, the colorful autumn leaves rustle, and artfully carved pumpkins glow in front of doors throughout the city on the Isar, the most exciting night of the year for little ghosts, witches, and vampires is just around the corner: Halloween! But where in Munich is the best place to have some spooky fun with the kids without turning the family outing into a real nightmare? Whether it’s Halloween events at popular attractions or a traditional “trick-or-treat” hunt: We’ll show you how to enjoy the Halloween season to the fullest with your kids, where the most exciting activities await you, and how this Halloween is guaranteed to be magical.
Night Climbing & Spooky Trail at the Vaterstetten Climbing Forest
Thrills high up in the treetops! On Halloween, the high ropes course becomes a real test of courage for adventurers who aren’t afraid of heights. Equipped only with headlamps, you’ll climb through the dark courses, past spooky decorations and the occasional unexpected surprise in the thicket. Trained instructors ensure your safety among the treetops. Click here for tickets.
If you’re looking for something special to do with your kids around Halloween in the Munich area, the Pumpkin Worlds at Kaltenberg Castle in Geltendorf are a real hit. Over seven weekends, the historic castle setting transforms into an autumnal paradise featuring thousands of pumpkins, pumpkin paddles, giant sculptures, live carving demonstrations, and hands-on activities for the whole family.
A true classic: Trick-or-treating
As soon as dusk falls, it’s worth ringing doorbells—especially in quiet family neighborhoods in Munich and the surrounding area. Just keep an eye out together for lit-up pumpkins or spooky decorations at the entrances. They’re the surest sign that your kids are welcome and that plenty of candy awaits!
Thrills at the Unterschleißheim Haunted House
The walk-through haunted house at the Bürgerhaus Unterschleißheim opens on four evenings for the brave at heart. The tour is recommended for ages 12 and up; children between 8 and 11 may only enter when accompanied by an adult. Admission is free, but it’s best to book a time slot in advance here to avoid long lines!
Lil’ Monstars Ball at the Hard Rock Café
Fuel up for a spooky night: The Hard Rock Café invites little witches, vampires, and monsters to a Halloween family breakfast. While the kids let off steam with entertainment and a spooktacular show, parents can relax and enjoy the American-style buffet featuring pancakes, bacon, and scrambled eggs right in the heart of the Platzl. Click here for tickets to the event.
Magical School of Witchcraft at SPIELkultur
If you’d rather immerse yourself in fantastical worlds of magic on Halloween instead of getting scared, the Academy of the Elements by SPIELkultur is the perfect place for you. Over the weekend, the venue transforms into a magical school for budding wizards and witches ages 5 and up. Accompanied by an adult, the little witches and wizards will brew mysterious potions, make their own magic candles, and learn about fascinating magical herbs. This two-and-a-half-hour experience is ideal for families who want to spend Halloween in an imaginative and creative way. Registration is required.
Family Spooky Fun at Bayern-Park
For an adventure-filled day trip to the Munich area, Bayern-Park transforms into a colorful haunted landscape in October. At this family-friendly spooky fun event, young and old alike can look forward to interactive kids’ haunted mazes and spooky-fun characters. In addition to the Halloween activities, the regular rides continue to operate as usual amid spooky decorations. This makes Bayern-Park the perfect destination for a thoroughly enjoyable fall outing with the whole family!
Family Halloween Fun at the Nachtgalerie
On Halloween, the Nachtgalerie transforms into a real haunted attraction for the whole family: witches, ghosts, and zombies invite you to a big interactive event. Kids ages 6 and up can win prizes on the treasure hunt, whirl across the dance floor at the kids’ disco, or explore the spooky world together. Spooky costumes are highly encouraged for all ages! Click here for the event.
