By: Shayne Benowitz
Who said Halloween was just for kids? These are the hottest Halloween parties across Miami filled with costume contests, live music and cocktails.
Halloween on Lincoln Road
For a classic Miami Halloween celebration, come out to South Beach’s Lincoln Road on Halloween night when the pedestrian promenade becomes a catwalk for some of the most outrageous and creative Halloween costumes you’ve ever seen. Always a hot spot for people watching, Lincoln Road is a true feast for the eyes on Halloween. Don your best costume and join the parade of people. Bar hop or grab a bite to eat at a sidewalk café and watch the streams of whacky costumes go by. If you're after a party atmosphere, join the party later at night as it becomes more raucous.
Generator Miami's 90's Halloween House Party
The one place to be this Halloween is on Miami Beach's fabulous Mid Beach at Miami's killer new hostel Generator Miami's freakishly fun 90's Halloween House Party. Everybody knows that the 90’s were downright dope and Generator is traveling back in time for all the fashion, flava, and MUSIC that made this decade great. Jameson Whiskey is sponsoring this hot Halloween event with Costume Contests, Giveaways that include Swag Bags, 2 Free Room Night and $50 bar tab and Tunes all night by DJ Sharpsound. Don't miss out on this one night only 90's spooktakular.
Little Lighthouse Foundation’s Nightmare on the Beach at Lummus Park
Snag your tickets to the Little Lighthouse Foundation';s Ninth Annual Nightmare on the Beach bash on Saturday, October 27 where this year's theme is Prom Night (think, Steven King's Carrie). You'll enjoy a premium open bar, food from Miami's top restaurants and live musical performances all under the stars in South Beach at Lummus Park.
Halloween at the Biltmore
Celebrate Halloween in style at the historic Biltmore hotel (rumor has it, it’s haunted!) on Friday, October 26 and prepare for a classy night out. Get gussied up in costume and delight in a lavish buffet dinner, premium open bar and a fabulous costume contest. The Coral Gables hotel is also offering discounted hotel rooms for the evening, so book your reservation now and make a true night of it!
Wynwood Halloween Block Parties & Bar Crawls
The Wynwood Arts District is a hotspot for Halloween festivities with various groups hosting block parties and bar crawls. On October 19, don your red and white striped shirts, glasses and ski hat and join the masses for the Fourth Annual Where’s Waldo Bar Crawl kicking off at Brick. On Halloween night, join the HalloWyn block party at Mana Wynwood or head to Shots for a Fright Night Bar Crawl. Whichever party you choose, dress up in your creative best and have a ball!
Miami Nice Halloween Yacht Party aboard South Beach Lady
Take the party to the bay aboard the South Beach Lady and join Miami Nice’s annual Halloween Yacht Party for a late night bash on Saturday, October 27. You'll depart from Bayside Marketplace downtown at 11:30 p.m. sharp and the yacht won't be back to the docks until 3:00 a.m. This four level, 125-foot yacht comes equipped with VIP tables, cabana lounges, flat screen TVs and multiple bars with entertainment by DJ Snap and DJ Prince. Costumes are mandatory so get creative! You’ll enjoy a complimentary light buffet while you party all night long on Biscayne Bay.
House of Horror Haunted Carnival
Held annually at the Miami International Mall, the House of Horror Haunted Carnival is South Florida’s largest haunted house experience. Held September 27 through November 3, the House of Horror is divided into three haunted attractions. Blossom Ln. is home to an abandoned house standing in shambles after a tragic fire, and the address is 666—enter if you dare! Area 13 is a maximum security clearance facility and you’ve been granted access to catch a glimpse of the cause of all the deaths and supernatural encounters. You can also participate in the Scare X Studio interactive circus experience where you become the star of the show. In addition to the haunted attractions, you’ll also enjoy unlimited carnival rides, games and treats from food vendors all night long.
Howl-o-Ween at Pinecrest Gardens
Come out to Pinecrest Gardens on October 28 and bring your four-legged friend for their annual Howl-o-Ween pet party. Enjoy trick or treating, costume contests for humans and animals, a doggie fun zone agility course, live entertainment, a spooky kid’s zone, a pumpkin patch and plenty of food and drink vendors. It promises to be a howling good time for all!
Something’s Brewing After Dark 21+ Party at Miami Children’s Museum
Have an adult’s night out at the Miami Children’s Museum for their Something’s Brewing After Dark party on October 20 and enjoy a freaky time while raising money for the museum’s educational programming. You’ll enjoy a costume contest, open bar that includes local brews and plenty of tasty treats provided by Miami area restaurants.
Ghoulish Garden Halloween Bash at Fairchild
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is serving up a frightfully good time with some ghoulish delights, cocktails and witches brew. Bacardi is sponsoring a full open bar and some witchy brews will be provided by Concrete Beach Brewery. Wine and complimentary finger foods will also be available – but be careful -some of those fingers might be real! A live DJ, psychic readings, henna artists and more will add to this spooktacular event! You must be 21 or older. The price for Fairchild members is $60 and $75 for non-members. Please note that costume rules are no weapons or masks.