Enter If You Dare…
1. Bates Motel
@batesmotelandhayride
The What: Considered one of the best haunted houses in the area, the Bates Motel takes Halloween to a new level of horror, with incredible props and high-tech special effects to boot.
The Where: 1835 Middletown Road
The When: Now through October 31
The Deal: $5 off combo tickets
2. Terror Behind the Walls
@terroratesp
The What: Terror Behind the Walls takes place inside the massive Eastern State Penitentiary, better known as America’s largest haunted house.
The Where: 2027 Fairmount Ave
The When: Varies weekly, click here for the schedule
The Deal: Half-priced tickets on Student Sundays after 7:30PM through November
3. Fright Factory
@frightfactory
The What: Fright Factory is a high-scare, high-startle haunted house split into three themes within an old factory building in South Philly.
The Where: 2200 S. Swanson St
The When: Thurs-Sun until Nov. 2 starting at 7:30PM
The Deal: Save $5 when you purchase at the door!
‘Tis The Night: Sites to See
1. Ghost Ship
@delawareriverwaterfront
The What: This 90ft, three-dimensional light & water installation is making its North American debut on the Delaware River Waterfront.
The Where: Race Street Pier
The When: Oct. 4 to Nov. 3 from 7PM to 10PM
The Deal: Free
2. One Liberty Observation Deck
@onelibertyphl
The What: One Liberty Observation Deck hosts Twilight Tours on the 57th floor, where you can view the skyline of America’s oldest city.
The Where: 1650 Market St #5700
The When: Fri-Sun from 10AM to 5PM through Halloween
The Deal: Purchase online for $15
3. Laurel Hill Cemetery
@laurelhillcemetery
The What: Visit Laurel Hill Cemetery for a self-guided walking tour of the grounds.
The Where: 3822 Ridge Avenue
The When: Daily from 7AM to 5PM
The Deal: Free
Something Wicked This Way Comes: 21+ Halloween Plans
1. The Nightmare Before Tinsel Halloween Pop-Up Bar
@tinselphilly
The What: Packed with clowns, zombies, and creepy treats, The Nightmare Before Tinsel is your go-to bar for themed drinks and haunting scares.
The Where: 116 S. 12th Street
The When: Daily until Nov. 2
The Deal: Free entry; pay as you go
2. Haunt Pop-Up Bar
The What: Spooky, Halloween-themed cocktails paired with ghostly decor, Haunt is the pop-up bar to check out if you are looking for a delicious scare.
The Where: 1123 Walnut St
The When: Daily until Nov. 3
The Deal: Free entry; pay as you go
Trick-or-Treat: Check Out These Local Fests
1. Halloween in Manayunk
@manayunkdotcom
The What: Take a stroll down Main Street Manayunk and enjoy deals at participating restaurants and shops.
The Where: Main Street Manayunk
The When: Oct. 26 from 11AM-4PM
The Deal: Free; pay as you go
2. Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday
@eastpassyunk
The What: The fall fun begins in East Passyunk with costumes, arts and crafts, live music, fall fare, and more!
The Where: 1904 E Passyunk Ave
The When: October 26 from 12PM to 6PM
The Deal: Free to attend; pay as you go
3. South Street Fall Pumpkin Fest
@officialsouthst
The What: Enjoy circus performances, live music, seasonal bites, and more during the Fest, and explore the annual Halloween festivities.
The Where: Headhouse Plaza
The When: Oct. 27 from 12PM to 5PM
The Deal: Free to attend; pay as you go