Halloween week is here and North Texas is serving up chills, cheers and maybe a few goosebumps with its festivities. From hauntingly funny ghost walks and live orchestral thrills to caviar dinners and champagne toasts, this week offers something for every taste — spooky or sophisticated. 

Whether you’re strolling through pumpkin patches, sipping “spirited” cocktails or catching a comedy show, it’s the perfect time to lean into the season, grab a costume and make a little magic before November sneaks in.

For more Halloween events across North Texas check out Local Profile’s curated guides for family-friendly activities here and the best adult-focused Halloween events here.

When: Oct. 29-Nov. 2, 2025 | Times vary

Where: Mic Drop Comedy Plano, 7301 Lone Star Dr., Suite A-110, Plano

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Plano’s darker side takes center stage in this ghostly walking tour that’s part history lesson, part comedy show and entirely entertaining. Guided by sharp-witted storytellers, guests wander through haunted landmarks, eerie graveyards and local legends that refuse to rest in peace. Equal parts spooky and laugh-out-loud funny, it’s the kind of night where goosebumps come with punchlines — and maybe a ghostly photobomb or two.

When: Oct. 30, 2025 | 5 – 10 p.m.

Where: Downtown Plano Arts District and Haggard Parking Lot, 1021 E. 15th St., Plano

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Rest In Plano transforms downtown and the Haggard lot into a Halloween playground with live entertainment, carnival rides, photo ops and roving characters fit for all ages. Festival bites and seasonal sips keep the energy up, with themed cocktails and mocktails from Fillmore Pub for the grown-ups and costumes are encouraged for extra chills and chuckles. Admission is free, making it an easy come-as-you-are, come-as-you-aren’t kind of night.

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When: Oct. 30, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.

Where: Mic Drop Comedy Plano, 7301 Lone Star Dr., Suite A-110, Plano

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Comedy meets confession in Jeff Allen’s latest tour, The Human Condition: We’re Still Not There Yet, a mix of laugh-out-loud standup and heartfelt storytelling. Known for his sharp humor about marriage and family, Allen takes audiences on a journey through his personal ups and downs, weaving redemption into the punchlines. It’s an evening that proves laughter and healing sometimes share the same stage — just not always in that order.

When: Oct. 28, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas

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Parents and little pumpkins alike can roll into a morning of fall fun during this stroller-friendly gathering amid the Arboretum’s sea of gourds and blooms. Hosted by Plano Stroller Society, the walk offers photo ops, crisp air and plenty of mom-to-mom mingling. It’s the kind of outing where the only thing cuter than the pumpkins might be the babies posing beside them.

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Photo: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

When: Oct. 29-30, 2025 | Times vary

Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas

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Strings, spells and just the right amount of shivers come together in this orchestral celebration of all things spooky. From Mozart’s Magic Flute to John Williams’ Chamber of Secrets, the program weaves mischief and melody into a night of spine-tingling sound. With selections from Wicked rounding out the set, it’s a concert that proves even goosebumps can keep perfect rhythm.

When: Oct. 29, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.

Where: Dee Lincoln Prime, 6670 Winning Drive Suite 400, Frisco

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Fine dining reaches new heights at a six-course caviar and champagne masterclass, where indulgence is the main ingredient. Guests can expect an opulent lineup of rare caviars, premium proteins and Madame Zero champagnes served in true haute-cuisine fashion. It’s the kind of dinner that pairs bubbles with extravagance — and might just redefine what “treat yourself” really means.

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. Photo: Dee Lincoln Prime

When: Thursdays until Oct. 30, 2025

Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas

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Science, snacks and skyline views come together at this adults-only night out where museum halls stay open late and the food trucks roll in. Guests can sip on drinks, play outdoor games and enjoy live music while exploring the exhibits — no kids, no crowds, just good times and curiosity on tap. It’s part date night, part science experiment and all the more reason to ditch the usual Thursday plans. While you’re there, don’t miss Bug Lab, the must-visit exhibition of summer 2025, which showcases the remarkable genius of insects through immersive, larger-than-life experiences.

When: Oct. 28, 2025 | 6:30 – 9 p.m.

Where: 4545 Destination Drive, The Colony

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Engines will rev and glasses will clink at this car-lover’s gathering hosted by Gas Monkey Garage’s Richard Rawlings. The evening features a showcase of rare UK-built custom cars from Petrolheadonism’s Road2SEMA Charity Rally, all in support of Make-A-Wish America. Guests can enjoy food, drinks and a raffle for a custom VW Corrado, proving horsepower and heart make the perfect match.

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Photo: Grandscape Texas

When: Oct. 30, 2025 | 6-9 p.m.

Where: Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Boulevard, The Colony

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Witches, warlocks and cocktail lovers unite for an evening of boos and booze at this Halloween-themed tasting stroll. Guests can sip their way through themed drinks from local restaurants and bars while showing off their best costumes. With photo ops and over eight spooky samples on the menu, it’s the kind of “spirited” celebration that might just raise more than a few glasses.

When: Oct. 28 – Nov. 2, 2025 | 8 a.m.

Where: The Wall That Heals, 851 Hensley Lane – Founders Park, Wylie

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A powerful tribute rolls into town as The Wall That Heals brings a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and a traveling education center. The exhibit honors those who served and those lost, including veterans whose names appear in the In Memory Honor Roll. Visitors can pay their respects, attend special ceremonies and reflect on the sacrifices etched into history.

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