Autumn has arrived in Fort Worth, and with it comes a season full of thrills, chills, and treats. From family-friendly festivities to nights that test your fear factor, the city is alive with Halloween spirit. Here’s your guide to the best ways to celebrate — whether you’re hunting ghosts, decorating cookies, or just looking for a great excuse to dress up. 

Boo at the Zoo 

A family-friendly Halloween wonderland awaits at the Fort Worth Zoo. Little ghouls and goblins can explore treat stations, enjoy animal shows, and take part in themed crafts. The zoo is decked out in festive decorations, making it the perfect backdrop for family photos and Halloween memories that will last a lifetime. 

Dates: October 24–26, 2025 

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

Location: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110 

Admission: Included with Zoo entry or membership 

Cutting Edge Haunted House – The World’s Scariest 

Fort Worth earns a global scare reputation with Cutting Edge Haunted House, recently named the No. 1 scariest Halloween attraction in the world. Step inside this legendary attraction and prepare to be transported into a shadowy, immersive world where imagination meets fear. It’s not for the faint of heart — and that’s the point. 

Dates: Select nights in October 2025 

Location: 1701 E Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76102 

Admission: $29.99–$59.99; parking $20 (cash only) 

Note: Tickets are extremely limited; buy early. Children must be at least 42 inches tall. 

Halloween Charcuterie Workshop at Salute Wine Bar 

Learn how to craft a spooky, Instagram-worthy Halloween charcuterie board. This workshop teaches the art of assembling a themed spread with cheeses, meats, and fun seasonal touches — all while sipping a complimentary glass of wine. Impress your friends, and maybe even yourself. 

Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 

Location: Salute Wine Bar, 212 Carroll Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107 

Tickets: Available on Eventbrite 

Ghost Tours of Fort Worth (Stockyard Shadows) 

Step into the haunted heart of Cowtown with Ghost Tours of Fort Worth — a spine-tingling walk through the city’s most legendary locations. Guides share eerie tales from the old Stockyards, including ghostly sightings at Miss Molly’s Hotel, the White Elephant Saloon, and the historic Stockyards Hotel. It’s a blend of history, hauntings, and local folklore that’s equal parts spooky and fascinating. 

Dates: Nightly in October 2025 

Time: Tours typically last 1 hour 

Location: Meet at the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange, 131 E. Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164 

Tickets: Available via US Ghost Adventures or GetYourGuide 

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl 

Join Fort Worth’s two-day Halloween Bar Crawl, featuring creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electric atmosphere. Each bar stop offers a new vibe — from bone-rattling beats to ghoulishly good drinks — ensuring a night full of surprises. Costumes are highly encouraged; the more outrageous, the better. 

Dates: Friday, October 31 – Saturday, November 1, 2025 

Time: 4:00 PM – 11:59 PM 

Location: Check-in at Whiskey Garden, 2800 Bledsoe Street #150, Fort Worth, TX 76107 

Tickets: Available on Crawl With US 

Halloween with DJ Deville at Ampersand 

DJ Deville is bringing the beats and Halloween vibes to Ampersand for a night of music, dancing, and festive fun. Dress to impress in your spookiest or most outrageous costume, because this celebration is all about high energy and big thrills. 

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025 

Time: 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM 

Location: Ampersand, 3009 Bledsoe Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107 

Halloween at Martin House Brewing Company 

Costumes, brews, live music, and over 60 local vendors come together for a Halloween celebration at Martin House. Food trucks, handmade crafts, and local artistry make this a daytime-and-evening event that’s fun for adults and families alike — all with a hauntingly festive vibe. 

Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 

Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM (doors open at 12:00 PM) 

Location: Martin House Brewing Company, 220 South Sylvania Avenue #209, Fort Worth, TX 76111 

Admission: Free 

Boujee Halloween Cookie Decorating Class 

Decorate spooky cookies and learn basic piping and filling techniques in this hands-on class. Perfect for beginners or seasoned bakers, all supplies are provided and you get to take home six beautifully decorated Halloween treats. A sweet way to enter the season! 

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 

Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (doors open at 3:50 PM) 

Location: 209 Mossy Oak Trail, Fort Worth, TX 76131 

Halloween Ghost Hunt in Fort Worth 

This immersive outdoor experience turns downtown Fort Worth into a haunted scavenger hunt. Using the Questo app, teams follow clues, solve puzzles, and search for ghosts while exploring the city’s eeriest locations. It’s part escape room, part walking tour, and fully bone-chilling. 

Dates: October 30 – November 2, 2025 

Time: Anytime after 5:00 PM 

Location: Starting point at Downtown Waterfalls, 420 Main Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102 

Tickets: Available on Questo 

Fort Worth’s Halloween season is officially open — whether you’re crafting cookies, sipping a spooky cocktail, or confronting the city’s ghosts, there’s something to thrill every adventurer. Mark your calendars, grab your costumes, and dive headfirst into a Fort Worth Halloween to remember.Â