Your ultimate guide to Halloween parties, pop-ups and events around Charlotte
The countdown to Halloween is over, but Charlotte has been getting in the spooky season spirit with activities and events leading up to the holiday all month long.
From scary movie screenings and bar crawls to costume parties and concerts, check out these Charlotte-area events that’ll make you feel like you’re in “Halloweentown.”
Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Backstage Lounge
Date: Oct. 4-31
Location: Backstage Lounge, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203
Cost: Free
Kick off spooky season with specialty cocktails and creepy decor at the Black Lagoon Pop-up at Backstage Lounge. For the month of October, the local cocktail bar has transformed into a dark, dungeon-like space with skulls, coffins and other Halloween elements. While you’re there, check out its new lineup of drinks, including the Book of Blood margarita and the Night Crawler whiskey cocktail.
Billy Sunday Murder Mystery Pop-Up Bar
Date: Oct. 16-31
Location: Billy Sunday at Optimist Hall, 1115 N Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28206
Cost: Free
Experience a night of mystery and thrills at Billy Sunday’s Murder Mystery Pop-Up Bar. Ahead of Halloween, expect tricks and treats as the cocktail bar turns into a spooky space with special cocktails, small bites and decor.
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Mall-O-Ween at Northlake Mall
Date: Oct. 31
Location: Northlake Mall, 6801 Northlake Mall Dr, Charlotte, NC 28216
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Dress up and trick or treat through Northlake Mall this year at Mall-O-Ween. Guests will have the opportunity to stock up on candies from different tenants in the mall before enjoying a dance party and costume contests.
Dining in the Dark at Forchetta
Date: Oct. 31
Location: 230 N College St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $95
Treat yourself to a special Halloween dinner at Forchetta in uptown Charlotte. Chef Luca Annunziata will be preparing a five-course meal for guests to enjoy in the dark until the end of the evening when the secret menu will be revealed. Tickets can be purchased online here.
Practical Magic Halloween event at Biblio
Date: Oct. 31
Location: 2001 W Morehead St Suite B, Charlotte, NC 28208
Time: 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $195
For one night only, Biblio is hosting a witch-themed dinner experience inspired by the cult classic film “Practical Magic.” Dress up in your spookiest costume and enjoy eight wines paired with an eight-course tasting menu. Reservations can be booked online here.
Halloween Emo Night at Goldie’s
Date: Oct. 31
Location: 3601 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Time: 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
In honor of the holiday, Goldie’s is hosting a Halloween Emo Night. Sip on unique craft cocktails and jam out to music from DJ Skid Siglin.
Did we miss a Halloween-themed event? Let us know at charlottefive@charlottefive.com.
This story was originally published October 9, 2023 at 6:15 AM.
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