As Halloween 2025 approaches, in Madrid we alternate pumpkin spice lattes with buñuelos and huesitos de santo -without fear of blood sugar spikes.
By the time October arrives, we Madrileños are already overdressed because either four drops have fallen or it seems that summer has returned (no in-between) and plans begin to take on the tone of the spooky season, anglicized as we have adopted this Anglo-Saxon tradition, with many Mexican touches and some local twists.
The Altar of the Dead at Casa de México
As every year the Casa de México Foundation in Madrid presents its Altar of the Dead, one of the highlights of Halloween in Madrid. This time it is designed by Guillermo Gonzalez, who has focused on sophistication in the composition of colors, textures and shapes, creating a magical and elegant atmosphere that captures the essence of Mexican cabaret and invites to live the experience through music, dance and respect for the memory.
Until November 9, this space is transformed into an explosion of color, art and tradition with the exhibition Cabaret El Recuerdo, inspired by the Mexican cabaret of the 20th century. Designed by set designer Guillermo González, the altar combines catrinas, marigold flowers, ambient music and lights that evoke the theatrical world. Admission is free, with the option of guided tours to learn the meaning of each symbol and handcrafted piece.
📍Location: Casa de México (20 Alberto Aguilera Street).
The Night of the Dead at Círculo de Bellas Artes
The Círculo de Bellas Artes prepares its Night of the Dead and Witches on October 31, a party full of music, performances and costumes that will transform the mythical building into an authentic coven. The celebration brings together DJs and artists from the Latin and electronic clubbing scene such as Sonido Tupinamba, Meneo and Andy Grey, fusing cumbia, reggaeton and disco-funk. The event starts at 22:30 and lasts until 05:00, with tickets from 45 € including drinks. Costumes are a must: catrinas, witches and skulls take Madrid to celebrate the craziest night of the year.
📍Location: Círculo de Bellas Artes (calle de Alcalá, 42, Madrid)
Halloween for all ages at Warner Park
The Warner Park Madrid is transformed into a scary movie set during Halloween. Attractions and activities designed for all those who seek thrills in first person and with all the energy of Repsol, which supplies 100% renewable fuels and electricity and natural gas with guarantees of origin for the full operation of the park. Don’t miss out on everything you can do on this terrifying day:
- Horror Passages: immersive experiences for the bravest, with scenarios inspired by iconic stories and films of the genre.
- Scare Zones: areas set throughout the park where monsters and sinister beings stalk visitors.
- Themed shows: special Halloweenshows for adults and children, starring the Looney Tunes and well-known villains. Plus a new musical: “Dracula”.
- Street animations and character encounters: visitors will come across zombies, witches, vampires and other creatures in every corner.
- Repsol Screamometer: where you can test your energy and discover the power of your most terrifying screams. You can win scary prizes and a photo to immortalize the funniest party of the year.
- Waylet: use the app to save on your tickets and purchases in the park and recharge your batteries in the solar banks.
- And if you run out of battery in your mobile, look for one of the Repsol solar banks around the park to recharge your batteries and make sure you do not run out of energy to continue immortalizing this terrifying day with your mobile.
Location: San Martín de la Vega
Tour of the San Isidro Cemetery
Make a round Halloween plan and get to know Madrid better can be achieved with a tour of one of the historic cemeteries that are around the city. The Sacramental de San Isidro is located behind where one of the miracles of San Isidro took place and where the fountain is now. In addition, the Cemetery of San Isidro is one of the places in Madrid where a greater number of relevant works of architects and sculptors are concentrated.
As if this were not enough, it is close to the missing Quinta del Sordo de Goya, where he painted his black paintings. A two in one of mystery and art. The routes are divided by the cardinal points and can be individual or in groups of at least 10 people with prior reservation (by phone or email), the entrance fee is 8 € and the schedule from Monday to Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00.
Location: paseo de la Ermita del Santo, 72 (San Isidro)
The dinosaurs of Jurassic World: The Experience, more spooky for Halloween
We don’t plan to make spoilers. Although those who have already been to the immersive experience of the Jurassic Park saga know it: here there are surprises, there are shocks, there is spectacularity thanks to the animatronic dinosaurs that are hidden in this peculiar jungle in the center of Madrid. For Halloween, in addition, the experience proposes a game: they encourage the youngest of the house (and the adults, why not!) to go in costume to the experience, where there will be a dynamic game of trick or treat. This Halloween, the dinosaurs will roar more than ever: beware of what lurks in the shadows!
📍 Location: Paseo de las Delicias, 61 (Espacio Delicias, Arganzuela)
Tickets: from 22€.
Escape room: The Balaguer Curse
La Maldición de los Balaguer is an escape room of terror in Madrid that challenges even the bravest, set in a house where a mysterious tragedy occurred and it is rumored that there is a portal to the world of the dead. With live actors and physical contact, the experience lasts 60 minutes and immerses participants in a disturbing challenge full of suspense and strong emotions, ideal for those over 16 years old at Ncerrados Escape Room Madrid. Nothing sounds so much like Halloween as facing dark enigmas and living one of the most intense horror games in the city.
Location:Boltaña street, 40 (Canillejas)
Candlelight
Entering a historic building in Madrid, well after dark, can be quite a terrifying experience. However, if you add to this the fact that the space is full of candles, smoke and pumpkins and that a string quartet plays Halloween classics in unison, the hair will stand on end. Candlelight presents its Halloween program this October and does so in such impressive venues as the Círculo de Bellas Artes or the Ateneo de Madrid. A musical and immersive show with which to enjoy live with such creepy themes as Thriller by Michael Jackson, the soundtrack of The Rocky Horror Picture Show or the theme songs of Ghostbusters, The Addams Family or Stranger Things. The definitive (musical) plan for this Halloween.
The House of Horrors
La Casa de los Horrores, the rural house known because here you can be scared 365 days a year, is the perfect place for horror addicts who want to live a group experience (followed by a party) this Halloween 2025. Among its scariest experiences are the following:
- Escape House 1.0: is a shorter format where everything starts at 10 pm and ends at approximately 1:00 am. Once the escape is over, the house is available until the end time. It is carried out with two actors, horror atmosphere and different tests in escape room format. The price is 99 € per person. A minimum of 8 people is required to open the show among all reservations.
- Cluedo 2.0: is the classic and long format. The part of terror or performance is still at the same time, but after there is a party with games, animation, karaoke until 5:00. It is performed with 5 actors, horror atmosphere and you have to solve a kind of Cluedo. The price is 140 € per person. A minimum of 10 people is required.
Location: Villamejor (Aranjuez)
Pumpkin Patch in La Huerta de Aranjuez
Just as at Christmas you can go to choose your fir tree at a nursery, in places like La Huerta de Aranjuez you can also choose your pumpkin for Halloween, as well as decorate it, participate in activities and have a snack there.
From September 27 to November 9, events will take place: tractor rides, pumpkin picking, corn maze, snack bar (cob + drink of choice), among others that you can see in the calendar on their website. Perhaps this is one of the best plans on the list to share with children.
Location: carretera de Cádiz, 69 (Aranjuez)
Madrid Ghost Tour
The Madrid ghost tour is a way to discover the most mysterious side of the city and some of the legends that linger in some of the capital’s emblematic buildings. To take this route you have to put yourself in the shoes of Diego de Velázquez on the day of reckoning.
The mission will be to solve the mysteries and follow the clues to prevent his soul from going to purgatory. Meanwhile, you walk through the streets of Madrid, and learn the terrifying true stories behind places you never noticed before.
Location: meeting pointcalle de Santiago, 24 (Ópera).
Chamberí Ghost Station
The abandoned Chamberí station has been anchored to the past for more than six decades. Its decoration has been preserved, with advertising posters or signs of the time, as has its structure, topped by a vault and covered with the classic white beveled tile. It was restored and since 2008 is part of the Metro’s Platform Zero, which is the name chosen to name the network of suburban museums.
And although in itself the visit is a somewhat disturbing plan, it is almost a classic Halloween in Madrid that is transformed into a kind of passage of terror on these dates. This year the dates have not yet been confirmed but in previous years the platform of the dead could be visited on 25, 26, 27, 31 October, 1 and 2 November. Tickets usually sell out quickly.
Location: Plaza de Chamberí, s/n (Chamberí)
Halloween at the Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Fear and mystery will flood the Parque de Atracciones de Madrid during the month of October. The exact dates have not yet been finalized but some Halloween impresicindibles have already been announced:
- El Viejo Caserón: remake of the legendary passage of terror, where you will have to test your bravery facing creatures and frightening scenes.
- Animations and live shows: Halloween-themed shows, suitable for the whole family, along with surprise street performances of ghosts, zombies and other monsters.
- Scary decorations: the park will be transformed with pumpkins, ghosts and other classic Halloween motifs in every corner.
- Horror experiences for the most daring: special activities with extra adrenaline just for those with nerves of steel.
📍Location: Casa de Campo
Quiz Room: the interactive experience becomes ‘Halloween’.
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Quiz Room is an activity that makes us experience what it’s like to participate in a TV quiz show (or “recognize this song”) on a TV set, among spotlights and effects. For Halloween, it is preparing several special activities until October 31: Magiquiz, a special activity for fans of Harry Potter, Disney or Tim Burton…; and the Terror Quiz, in which the questions will focus on traditions, legends, horror movies, serial killers… Only for the bravest, over 18 years old.
📍Location: Calle de Sancho Dávila, 8 (Las Ventas)
💸 Price: from 20€ depending on groups
Creative workshop of pumpkin lamps for Halloween
Halloween is not only horror plans, it also has its innocent side. The City Council of Madrid is holding a pumpkin lamp workshop designed for children from 5 years old, accompanied by adults. The activity will enter the world of play and fantasy through the iconic craft of this date. Thanks to simple techniques and specialized supervision, each participant will be able to transform a natural pumpkin into a personalized luminary with terrifying shapes. All tools and materials are included, allowing each participant to focus on designing their own unique piece and take it home to illuminate Halloween night.
📍 Venue: Matadero de Madrid
🗓️ Dates: Sunday, October 26th
Mexican Pan de Muerto
Pan de Muerto is, without a doubt, one of the great protagonists of the Mexican Day of the Dead. The origin of this sweet, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its characteristic appearance, with the small ball that crowns it and the four crossed “bones”, represents a skull.
The original recipe is prepared with amaranth dough and honey. However, over time, Pan de Muerto has evolved into a softer version, with wheat flour, sugar, butter and orange blossom essence, which is the one we know today. Although this version is the most popular, many variations of the sweet can be found in the different regions of Mexico.
This Halloween 2025 you can buy Pan de Muerto in many bakeries in Madrid, such as Mallorca, PanMex or La Mallorquina, but also in online stores, such as PlacerEsMex.
Witch’s Boat in Aranjuez
One of the most original and fun Halloween plans for families is organized by the Barco Turístico de Aranjuez. Its Witch’s Boat invites you to get on board for a one-hour cruise on the Tagus River, which includes photocall, karaoke and different contests, in which the little ones can participate with their best costumes.
📍Location: Embarcadero del Club de Piragüismo de Aranjuez
🗓️ Dates: 31 October, 1 and 2 November
Altar of the Dead and workshops at the Centro Cultural de la Villa
Once again this year, the Teatro Fernán Gómez. Centro Cultural de la Villa prepares to celebrate the Day of the Dead with its traditional Altar of the Dead. The installation, which can be visited free of charge, will be accompanied by didactic and interactive workshops for families, with activities such as catrina makeup or puppet making. There will also be explanatory workshops on the Altar de Muertos, in which its meaning and the history surrounding it will be discussed.
The exhibition of the altar will coincide on October 31 and November 1 and 2 with the usual performance of Don Juan Tenorio by Zorrilla, a consolidated tradition on the eve of All Saints’ Day.
📍Location: Centro Cultural de la Villa (Plaza de Colón, 4, Madrid).
And if these Halloween plans are not enough…
Halloween, the Day of the Dead and the feast of All Saints come to Madrid loaded with plans for all tastes: parties at Fabrik, to explore the wild side of the most terrifying night of the year; a cocktail workshop, with prizes for the best costumes, and many more surprises … only for the bravest.
📍Location: Fabrik
The biggest passage of terror of Madrid returns to Torrejón
The tenth edition of Halloween Horror Zone arrives this All Saints’ Day at the Plaza de Toros Municipal de Torrejón de Ardoz and returns to present itself as the longest professional passage of terror in the entire Community of Madrid.
From October 31 to November 2, thousands of visitors will experience a tour full of scare zones, themed areas and special effects typical of a horror movie. More than 40 live actors will immerse the public every night in dark scenes and corridors, circus scenes and unexpected scares, while the Horror DJ and food trucks complete the experience inside and outside the venue.
Tickets are only available at the box office, cost 3 € (1 € for the association Sonrisas sin Cáncer) and the line opens half an hour before each day. In addition, the event is adapted for people with reduced mobility and is recommended for people over 12 years old and fans of the genre looking for strong emotions.
📍Location: Torrejón de Ardoz
Halloween in Paracuellos del Jarama
Halloween in Paracuellos del Jarama becomes a real collective party: the whole town turns to decorate homes, stores and streets to create a Map of Terror worthy of a Tim Burton movie. On Friday, October 31, you can walk through homemade passages, decorated facades and themed shop windows with contests and prizes for the best set-ups and costumes. The neighbors offer trick-or-treaters and the town hall hands out candy, making for a celebration so spectacular that it rivals the great amusement parks of Madrid.
📍Location: Paracuellos del Jarama
Night parties: music and terror
In this article you will find a selection of the most outstanding parties to celebrate Halloween night in Madrid, including the special at the Moondance club and the already iconic parties at the Fabrik nightclub; all of them offer festive atmospheres, costumes, varied music (from cumbia and reggaeton to electronic) and extended hours for those who want to live an intense and thematic night.
📍Location: Various locations
Tarot, Halloween and supernatural cocktails.
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Medium is a place where everything is possible. During the week, several tarot readers read the arcana; graphologists, analyze the handwriting of customers; illusionists, prepare shows that will leave you with your mouth open … and this Halloween, the cocktail bar of Pablo Raijenstein (one of the most awarded mentalists of our geography) prepares an evening only suitable for the brave.
On the night of October 31, from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am, there will be a vampire-themed experience that fuses mystery, fun and dark glamour: you can taste “blood cocktails”, participate in tarot readings to discover what the night has in store for you, compete in a vampire costume contest with prizes, and attend chilling performances by artists who will immerse you in a world of shadows and fantasy.
📍Location: Pez street, 18 (Malasaña)