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 2025
Photo courtesy of Frankenstein's Lab
FRANKENSTEIN'S MAD SCIENTIST COCKTAIL LAB
Watch as Wanderlust Wine Co has transformed into Frankenstein's Lab for an interactive cocktail experience with mysterious potions, tickets start at just $24! Plus, don’t miss the Monster Mash Halloween Party on October 31st for drinks, spooky photo ops, and a costume contest with a $100 cash prize (21+ only)!
Downtown | Directions
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
FEAR FAIR AT SIGN BAR
Halloween vibes are here & things are getting frighteningly fun at Sign Bar this fall with the arrival of their Fear Fair, an immersive haunted carnival maze open 9/19 through 11/2! Plus, they also have a killer menu of cocktails to enhance the experience at this epic Halloween pop-up!
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. Opens up on October 9th!
East Austin | Directions
GIBSON STREET BAR
This is one of our favorite bars that takes themes to the next level! Find it on South Lamar with decor from head to toe. Come enjoy weekend DJs and a Halloween bash, all starting on October 1st and running through the end of the month!
South Lamar | 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 are tons of decor and hidden surprises, so you'll be entertained all night long!
Round Rock | Directions
photo courtesy of King Bee
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 1st until the 31st, 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, scary movie showings, and more. Running from October 1st until November 2nd!
East Austin | Directions
UPSTAIRS AT SCAROLINE
From October 20th to November 2nd, celebrate Halloween with Upstairs at Caroline’s pop-up, featuring spooky decorations and Halloween-themed cocktails! Plus, on October 31, don't miss their Halloween party from 8 PM to 12 AM, with a live DJ and cocktail specials & costumes encouraged!
Downtown | Directions
LITTLE DRINKS LOUNGE
Killer Halloween cocktails and decor! Come for cult horror films on the big screen, pizza till 2 am every night, and more. End the night on a truly delicious fall note with the Urban Legend cocktail with Crown Apple, caramel & cinnamon!
South Congress | Directions
LUCILLE PATIO LOUNGE
Calling all Stranger Things Fans.... this spooky spot is for you! Transport yourself straight to Hawkins with decor and photo ops at this decked-out bar on Austin's Rainey Street!
Rainey | Directions
BEETLEJUICE AT KUNG FU SALOON
Pay a visit to Beetlejuice's Lair, now appearing at Kung Fu Saloon's hidden speakeasy! 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 boos 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
NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT LA LA'S SOUTH POLE
Get your spook on at this year round Christmas dive bar as it takes on the persona of Tim Burton's magical world! It'll feature new cocktails like the Wormswort, Deadly Nightshade, Fog's Breath & the Nightcap Before Christmas!
South Austin | Directions
FRAZIER'S LONG & LOW
This South Shore neighborhood dive is transforming into the "Nightmare on Elmont Dr." for spooky season! Come out October 1st through November 2nd, for spooky ghosts, scary good rinks & all around vibes!
Riverside | Directions
7 NIGHTS OF REVENGE
Watch as this swanky bar in downtown Austin transforms into a haunted cocktail experience with haunting decor from floor to ceiling and horror-inspired cocktails in hand! Open October 23rd through November 1st with tickets on sale now!
Downtown | Directions
HAUNTED SHORES AT VOLENTE BEACH
Experience a one-of-a-kind haunted walkthrough at the waterpark at Volente Beach! Complete the experience with themed cocktails & snacks, haunted boat rides, games, scare zones & more! Open October 1st through the 31st!
Leander | Directions
TIKI TIME AT THE COPPERHEAD CLUB
This Austin bar is taking dressing up for Halloween very seriously this year! Their costume? A tiki makeover lasting from October 2nd through the end of the month!
Riverside | Directions
