Spooky season is officially here and there are some fun ways to get into the spirit around town! If you are interested in getting a little spooked with some booze in hand, you are in the right place! Check out these Halloween-themed bars below!
Updated October 2024
DUMONT'S DOWN LOW
photo courtesy of Dumont's Down Low
Find this haunted basement vibe on 4th St downtown! It has a dark and intimate vibe with a feel of Austin's history. You can sip on fancy cocktails like El Diablo and enjoy all the spooky fun!
Downtown | Directions
GIBSON STREET BAR
One of our favorite bars that take themes to the next level! Find it on South Lamar with decor from head to toe. Come enjoy weekend DJs and a Halloween bash on the 31st!
South Lamar | Directions
UPSTAIRS AT SCAROLINE
From October 15 to 31 celebrate Halloween with Upstairs at Caroline’s pop-up, featuring spooky decorations, and Halloween-themed cocktails, including the Blood Orange Margarita and Vampire Colada. On October, 26, don't miss their Halloween party from 8 PM to 1 AM, with a live DJ and cocktail specials—costumes encouraged!
Downtown | Directions
HOOT & ANNIE
Step into a world of magic aka a Harry Potter wonderland at Hoot & Annie! This spot is complete with specialty cocktails to delight your inner wizard. There's tons of decor and hidden surprises, so you'll be entertained all night long!
Round Rock | Directions
KING BEE
photo courtesy of King Bee
Step into all of the east side vibes at King Bee! With a Black Lagoon pop-up and fun spooky menu items, you and your crew can get in the spooky spirit. Take in all of the decor, games, and fun from October 9 up until Halloween!
East | Directions
LEFTY'S BRICK BAR
Lefty’s Shop of Horrors is an interactive, month-long Halloween pop-up in a scary neighborhood patio bar! There's a robust list of cocktails, tarot card reading, bingo, drag shows, and more. If you have a furry friend, sign them up for a fun costume contest!
East Austin | Directions
MO'S AT NICKEL CITY
Join in on the annual fun when Central East Austin bar Nickel City transforms into Moe's Tavern from The Simpsons, continuing a cherished Austin Halloween tradition.
East Austin | Directions
LITTLE DRINKS LOUNGE
Killer Halloween cocktails and terrifying decor! Come for drag, horrors on the big screen, pizza till 2 am every night, and more. End the night on a sweet note with a Jeepers Creepers drink that comes with candy eyeballs!
SoCo | Directions
LUCILLE PATIO LOUNGE
photo courtesy of Lucille Patio Lounge
Calling all Stranger Things Fans - this spooky spot is for you! Find decor and photo ops throughout this fun Rainey St. bar. Catch an AHS screening while you sip on spooky libations too!
Rainey | Directions
SUNDAY SCARIES AT MOXYY AUSTIN
Every Sunday in October enjoy a free hair-raising movie night at Moxxy! Enjoy all of the free candy to satisfy your sweet tooth. All you have to do is BYOC (Bring your own chair)!
University | Directions
BEETLEJUICE SPEAKEASY AT KUNG FU SALOON
Kung Fu Saloon's just announced the new theme for it's hidden speakeasy, and in honor of spooky season it's Beetlejuice! Head down during October for a night of killer photo ops and spooky decor! Ask the bartenders for the code to get in!
Downtown | Directions
RED-HEADED STEPCHILD
Find a spooky vibe all year round at this horror-themed hidden speakeasy! Once October rolls around, they like to turn it up a notch. Head to Fire House or El Cockfight first for cocktails and the secret code!
East Austin | Directions
WONDER BAR
Come for the boo's and stay for the good vibes! Enjoy themed drinks, themed decor, and spooky fun on Rock Rose at the Domain. Spin the giant colorful wheel for a haunting surprise!
Domain | Directions
