Halloween in Rome 2026: Parties, Events, and Original Ideas for the Scariest Night of the Year

For a Halloween with more thrills than cocktails, the weekend kicks off on Friday, October 30. In the Salone Bernini at Palazzo Ripetta, a string quartet will perform the most unsettling soundtracks of all time by candlelight: from John Carpenter’s Halloween theme to the Psycho Prelude, from Tubular Bells from The Exorcist to the Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Three performances (5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 9:30 p .m .) for about an hour-long concert.

Tickets start at €24.50.

If you’ve always dreamed of stepping into a horror movie, this is the perfect set. From October 3 to November 1, Castel Romano Park fills with creatures, pumpkins, and hay bales. New for 2026 is The Haunted Theatre, an old Broadway theater that’s been haunted since 1930, while Inferno remains the most feared roller coaster in the dark. There’s also a musical inspired by The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

On the weekend of the 31st, the fun lasts until late at night, with themed dinners and DJ sets.

This year, MagicLand has two sides: Halloween Family for those with kids in tow, and Halloween Horror for those seeking a real adrenaline rush. From October 3 to November 1, Demonia—a dark ritual you must escape—and Asylum—featuring inmates and out-of-control guards—make their debut. When darkness falls, it’s time for the Cursed Lake and Apocalypse Valley.

Keep an eye on age restrictions: the most intense attractions are off-limits to children under 14.

You can easily get there even without a car—just take the train to Valmontone.

Do you have children, grandchildren, or friends with kids? Every year, the Bioparco dedicates one or two days in late October to Halloween. The best part is when the keepers hand out carved pumpkins stuffed with food to macaques, bears, chimpanzees, and hippos—enrichment that turns into a show. There are usually themed workshops and discounted admission for kids in costume.

The 2026 dates and schedule aren’t official yet, so check the website before you go.

A real military base, an alien invasion, and just one question: whose side are you on? On Saturday, October 31, starting at 10 p.m., the Cecchignola Military City hosts a sci-fi party complete with sirens and emergency lights. Come dressed as an alien, a soldier, or a creature that’s escaped from a secret lab. A “Chamber of Mutation” awaits you to put the finishing touches on your costume, along with a checkpoint for your mug shot.

Book your spot on WeRoad’s WeMeet app—it’s also perfect for meeting new people.

Here, the plot is clear: the Devil has entered the castle, and an exorcist is needed. Miramare Castle in Maccarese transforms its halls and corridors into an immersive horror experience that takes you from dinner all the way to the party. All packages are available only through advance purchase: a sit-down dinner with a dinner show for €40, a buffet with drinks for €20, or just the nightclub starting at 11 p.m. for €15.

The tables seat 8–12 people, so it’s ideal if you’re out with a group.

For over thirty years, it’s been the go-to party for Rome’s LGBTQIA+ community, and on Halloween, it raises the bar even higher. Each edition has its own theme: in 2024 it was “Monster Invasion”; in 2025, a “Día de los Muertos” celebration spread across three floors featuring pop, house music, drag queens, and performers; and in 2026, get ready for “Tre Feste Tre Mondi” on Friday, October 30, Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1.

A HALLOWEEN FEST PASS is available for €50 (introductory price) to attend the 3 parties, with 3 drinks included (one upon entry).

Costumes aren’t required, but people really go all out here.

Not into mainstream music? Then your night isin Ostiense. Rashomon, a go-to spot for electronic music lovers, is bringing back Disco InferNo, a dark and hypnotic event where techno takes the place of catchy pop hits. Last year, the party was billed as a mysterious experiment with a start time set for 3:33 a.m.: it’s worth staying up to find out what happens this time.

Admission with a drink costs €25.

In the EUR district, the night of the witches has a specific name: Samsara. The event has been bringing its Halloween party to Room 26 since at least 2016 and has become a tradition for those who love loud house and dance music. On Saturday, October 31, the party runs from 11 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., with a dark and elegant dress code.

If you’re aiming for a table, share it with friends, because prices start at €300. It’s very convenient to get there via Metro Line B—get off at EUR Palasport.

Patty Pravo, Pink Floyd, and even Nirvana have graced this stage, and for over sixty years, the Piper hasn’t lost its knack for throwing a party. The club next to the Coppedè neighborhood has confirmed its Halloween celebration for Saturday, October 31, featuring the themed nights that have made it a classic. Entry with a guest list starts at €25; dinner starts at €40.

The crowd is young and the music is mainstream: if you want to sing the hits at the top of your lungs in a costume, no one here will judge you.

Just a short walk from the Pantheon, Shari Vari is the perfect option for those who don’t want to take a taxi all the way to the outskirts. Over the years, it has transformed New Year’s Eve into one of the most popular costume parties in the historic center, with packages that combine dinner and a nightclub experience. The 2026 program hasn’t been released yet, but the event is a well-established tradition.

Keep an eye on the official channels, pick out your outfit, and book your table ahead of time.

In the Via del Galoppatoio gallery, between Villa Borghese and Via Veneto, lies the club where Rome’s high society goes to be seen. Even on Halloween, the Art Café stays true to itself, with house and pop music, tables by reservation, and a rather strict door policy. In 2024, the party ran from 11:30 p.m. to 4 a.m., while the 2026 schedule has yet to be announced.

Tip: Wear a costume, yes, but do it in style—and it’s best to go out in mixed-gender groups.

On Saturday, October 31, Vinile dell’Ostiense turns orange with Orange Clock, an evening that starts with an aperitif and goes on until late into the night. Last year, the party kicked off with a live band before the DJ sets—a perfect flow if you like to move from the dinner table to the dance floor without changing venues. The apericena costs €35; admission ranges from €20 to €30.

Revival and house music provide the soundtrack.

Between Via Cassia and Ponte Milvio, there’s a venue that plays with lights, sounds, and scents. For Halloween, Profumo Spazio Sensoriale takes on a dark theme and also opens up its outdoor area of about 1,000 square meters—perfect if the weather offers up October’s last bit of warmth. You can choose between an aperitif for €30, à la carte dinner, or just an after-dinner drink for €20, with drinks from the menu priced at €15.

It’s more of an elegant party than a rave.

Looking for an original way to celebrate Halloween? If you’re already familiar with the Capuchin Crypt, here’s another spot to add to your list. Beneath this church on Via Giulia, just a stone’s throw from Palazzo Farnese, lies the cemetery of the Archconfraternity, which for over three centuries has buried more than 8,000 nameless bodies—retrieved from the Tiber or found in the countryside. Chandeliers, crosses, and decorations are made of bones, and some skulls still bear the year and cause of death.

Hours change frequently: call ahead or book a guided tour.

Here, time has built the setting. Monterano Antica is a village abandoned for over two centuries and now swallowed up by the greenery of the nature reserve, nestled between the Tolfa Mountains and Lake Bracciano. Amid the ruins stand the Baronial Palace, redesigned by Bernini, and an aqueduct that legend attributes to the devil. The film industry chose this location for *Il Marchese del Grillo* and *Brancaleone alle crociate*.

Admission is free: all you need are comfortable shoes and about an hour’s drive from Rome.