How does the Hawaiian Island of Oahu celebrate Halloween? Each of these Oahu attractions is full of festive holiday fun, and they’re popular events with locals and visitors alike. Keep in mind that a few of these can be scary, though, so exercise caution with taking children along. Here are a few of our top picks for things to do for Halloween in Hawaii on Oahu, including...
- Hallowbaloo
- Aloun Farms Pumpkin Festival
- Oahu Ghost Tours
- Pumpkin Picking
- Haunted Plantation
- and more!
Hallowbaloo: Costumes, Music, Food, Arts, and Craft Beer Festival
Hallowbaloo is Oahu's Halloween street festival. You'll enjoy live entertainment, music, art and food from popular local food trucks, and much more. Dust off your best costume or get creative for the chance to win a large cash prize in the costume contest.
Craft Beer Festival with over 25 beers and seltzers to taste while roaming Oahu's spooky streets lined with costumed folk.
Celebrate Halloween with the locals at Hallowbaloo. With a whole host of local artists
Drag Show
Aloun Farms Pumpkin Festival
Aloun Farms will be hosting its annual pumpkin picking festival to bring Halloween spirit to this popular tropical island. This family favorite event is the real deal: from a pick-your-own-pumpkin excursion to hayrides and farm-style food, drink, and games, you’ll feel like you stepped right into a New England pumpkin patch. There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including pony rides, photo booths, and seasonal games. The Pumpkin Festival is on for the final 3 weekend of October and tickets can be purchased at the door.
Oahu Ghost Tours
Waikiki Pickups Thursday & Saturday evenings, year-round Why are Hawaiian ghosts different from other ghosts? Well, for starters, they play a much bigger role in Polynesian culture than your run-of-the-mill poltergeist. Oahu Ghost Tours not only showcase local hauntings and creepy legends, but also expose you to some of the ceremonial events that Hawaiians use to interact with the supernatural. It’s a truly different approach to the notion of Halloween; it’s perhaps more educational than truly frightening. This year, consider checking out the newest tour, Myths and Legends of Waikiki for some spooky fun peppered with Hawaiian history and legend. Getting In: Tickets for Oahu Ghost Tours are separately ticketed and are not included with the Go Oahu pass. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the attraction website. Parents are encouraged to exercise judgment on whether the subject matter is appropriate for their kids.
Pumpkin Picking
Waimanalo Farms Dates TBD, October 2019 (Mon-Fri reserved for educational groups, Sat & Sun 9-5 pm) Pick your pumpkins from a pre-cut patch, feed animals at the animal farm, take a cow train ride, play in the Lil' Rascal Zone, or launch a pumpkin from the Pumpkin Cannon to get into a festive fall spirit. Located north and east of Honolulu, this farm is easy to reach with a car rental or even moped ride. Getting In: Admission to the Waimanalo Farms Pumpkin Patch is free; pumpkins and activities priced separately.
Waimanalo Country Farms' Fall Harvest Festival gives you the chance to pick your pumpkins from a pre-cut patch. Enjoy the fresh air as you persue the perfect pumpkin and stroll through the sunflower fields. There's also a country market and food stand where you can purchase fresh produce, farm honey and handmade gifts.
With plenty of other activities to get stuck into, such as a tractor hayride, animal visit and the kid's activity zone, this is the perfect Halloween. Meet the animals in a feeding
Haunted Plantation
94-695 Waipahu Street Fridays & Saturdays in October Located near what’s purported to be a real haunted village in Waipahu, the Haunted Plantation is spooky enough to scare even the most die-hard Halloween fans. As such, this is probably not suited for children of any age. Known as “Hawaii’s premier haunt,” and one of America's top haunts, the Haunted Plantation provides tons of thrills and chills with over 50 actors in professional Hollywood-style horror makeup, plus terrifying backdrops and eerie sound effects. Expect to be chased and taunted by the spirits of Hawaii during your experience. Getting In: Admission to the Haunted Plantation is separately ticketed and is not included with the Go Oahu pass. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the attraction website.
Skeleton Key Hawaii - Haunted Attraction
Select dates throughout October Visit this haunted house, designed by Halloween superfan actor Jorge Garcia (from Lost and Hawaii Five-O) and produced by Kevin Keaveney. You'll participate in an exciting excursion to raise the dead where you'll have to see if you can survive the mummy's curse. Getting In: Admission to Skeleton Key Hawaii is separately ticketed and is not included with the Go Oahu® pass. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the attraction website.
Hiking Excursions
Fall is a lovely time to get outdoors in Oahu. There are plenty of beautiful scenic hikes to be found, from the mountains to the coastline to the lush forests. While it's still pretty hot this time of year, it will be less crowded and you'll get a more personal nature experience. If you're looking for a way to make it Halloween-specific, include a local pumpkin farm in your daily outing. Getting In: Makapu'u Lighthouse Hike shuttle tickets and Diamond Head Hike shuttle tickets are included with the Go Oahu® pass.
Let’s Recap
So there you have it. Our list of some seasonal things to do for Halloween in Oahu. Remember, a few of these options are included on the Go Oahu pass, where you can save up to 55% on combined admission vs paying at the gate. Please note, the Halloween events taking place at some of these attractions may be separately ticketed and not included with the Go Oahu pass.