It’s that time of the year again, and this year Big Island Halloween events do not disappoint! It’s time for the ghosts, ghouls, and goblins to hit the streets for some fun and treats. Read on for our creepy collection of Hawai’i Island Halloween events including family-friendly fun, haunted houses, trick or treating & trunk or treating, theater and performances, Halloween crafts, animal events, and Dia de los Muertos activities.
Family-Friendly Big Island Halloween Events
Halloween Dance Party | Saturday, October 14 | 7-10pm | The Island of Hawaii YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo | $25
Costumes encouraged! Featuring hits from the 70’s – today. Proceeds benefit Family Visitation Center. BYOB & snacks. 21+. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Learn more HERE.
Haunting at the Harbor Spooky Kayak Adventure | Saturdays & Sundays in October | times vary | Wailoa River, Hilo | $49
Kayak through the sites and sounds of a scary Halloween tale, on the Wailoa River. Explore a section of the river where ghosts & ghouls may lurk on the river banks around you. A bone chilling, frightening river tour and a story to unfold on your journey. Creepy and ghoulish guides will be there to give you a genuine supernatural, haunted, river experience. We understand that being scared is not for everyone, just bear in mind that wherever there is a trick, there is a treat.
Our Haunting at the Harbor Tours put a spin on our regular Kayak tour, and you’ll be paddling your crafts in a veil of darkness! Plus, there will be spooky tales about the resident ghosts of the river to give you a jump in the night! This adventure is perfect for those looking to mix up their usual Halloween festivities.
You can even dress up as your favorite character, or maybe even a ghoulish ghost! But don’t get spooked, we have buoyancy aids to help you keep safe on the water, and all of our guides are certified life guards.
It’s never too early to start planning for spooky Halloween activities that you and your family can take part in. Of course, there are things like haunted hayrides and haunted houses that you can visit, but why not try something a little outside of the box this year? Something like a haunted kayak tour!
Do you have what it takes to tour a haunted river on a kayak…alone? Better bring a friend!
Kama’aina – 10% Must show ID
45 Minute Tours w/ a quick 15-minute kayak lesson
Dates and times: Every Saturday & Sunday during the month of October only
6:30pm, 7:30pm, and 8:30pm
Max of 12 per tour
Participants must be able to walk short distances and operate a kayak by paddling
Trip times vary depending on paranormal activity.
Learn more HERE.
Humanity Hale Presents Fall Festival | Saturday, October 21 | 5-9pm | 77-6127 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa | $45-215
Join us for this amazing cause & fun for everyone! With local chef tastings, drinks, live music, DJ, vendors, face painting, games, & more!!
We’re ecstatic to announce Humanity Hale’s Fall Fest Fundraiser! This is our second annual fundraiser, with 100% of all proceeds to obtain our goal of building our group foster home, housing for kids aging out of foster care & community center! — This celebration, alongside some of Kona’s best local chefs, rolling out fine culinary tastings, desserts, drinks, salad bar, live music, live art, DJ, dancing , vendors, & face painting + games in our keiki corner , will be held Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the Bolton Farms in Holualoa, from 5PM-9PM, with a stunning view from the Holualoa mountains to Kailua Kona’s shoreline.
Presented by Humanity Hale , alongside Kona’s finest hand-selected local chefs , and tasty salad bar. Entertainment, featuring live music by singer/songwriter Shina Romero followed by a fun dance party with our favorite DJ.
Each general admission ticket will include chef’s culinary tastings, two drink tickets for adults, two non-alcoholic drinks for the kids, or unlimited drinks for VIPs. Our bar will include wine, champagne, beer pourings & signature cocktails. Get your Christmas shopping done early with our favorite local vendors and raffle items from the best places in town…And don’t forget about our keiki corner, with face painting and fun games for the kids!
This year we will set up three additional tented structures, so we’ve got you covered! (Literally) but please bring your umbrellas and a jacket for the trip in and out, just in case.
Learn more HERE.
Pa'ani Ranch Fall Festival | October 21-22 & 28-29 | 10am-5pm | Pa'ani Ranch, 17-7850 N Kulani Rd., Mountain View | $5
General Admission Includes:
-Parking
-Unlimited Access to our Famous Country-Style Pumpkin Patch
-Petting Zoo
-Photo Op Stations
-Vendors
Additional activities available with purchase of wristband:
-Face Painting (discount for purchase of two or more)
-Wristband Bouncy Castle & Keiki Games
-Pony Rides (hand led)
-Picking their favorite pumpkin from the pumpkin patch.
All pumpkins in the patch will be available for purchase.
Learn more HERE.
Family Night at the Museum | October 25 & 26 | 3-8pm | ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Pl., Hilo | $6-16
Join us for an X-citing, fun and festive Halloween event to learn about the interesting structures that make up the framework of an organism’s body, their skeletons!…and for some organisms, their exoskeletons! There will be thematic activities for the whole family, including crafts, balloon pets, a walk-through “glow” forest, and Toddler Town with special activities dedicated to our littlest guests. Come in costume!
ʻImiloa will be closed for general admission on these dates. We will open our doors for Night At The Museum at 3 p.m. To purchase tickets ahead of time, call 808-932-8901 or visit ʻImiloa’s front desk.
Learn more HERE.
Halloween Pumpkin Patch | October 26 & 27, 5-8pm & October 28 & 29, 12-8pm | Kalakaua Park, Hilo | Free
Pumpkin Patch, Vendors, Photo Booth, Live Music & More. Fun for the whole family! This is an alcohol free event.
Learn more HERE.
October Waimea Family Food Truck Friday: Halloween Edition | Friday, October 27 | 4-8pm | WM Keck Observatory, 65-1120 Mamalahoa Hwy., Waimea | Free
We are looking forward to our Halloween edition Waimea Family Food Truck Friday! Another excuse to dress up in costume and trick or treat!
Enjoy some of your favorite food and beverage vendors! Bring an umbrella as the event will happen rain or shine. Plenty of space for picnic blankets and chairs so bring them along!
Free entry, and plenty parking; restrooms available. This is an alcohol-free event.
Learn more HERE.
Puna Chocolate Halloween Party | Friday, October 27 | 6-10pm | Puna Chocolate Co., 74-5606 Pawai Pl., Kona | Free
Join Puna Chocolate Co. for a Halloween Party on October 27 at the Brew Block in Kona. Includes spooky themed craft cocktails, tricked up chocolate treats, and costume contest. Win free coffee for a week!
Hallo-Zumba w/ Cheryl & Friends | Friday, October 27 | 5:30pm | The Island of Hawaii YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo | Free
Zumba with Cheryl & Friends to the sounds of music that will make your feet wanna dance! Open to all ages – free admission – costumes are encouraged!
Learn more HERE.
Halloween Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas | Friday, October 27 | 6:30pm | Puna Kai Shopping Center, 15-2714 Pahoa Village Rd., Pahoa | Free
Family time is the best time! Come join us for a fun-filled movie night on Friday, October 27 2023. Grab dinner and refreshments from one of our eateries, kick back, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie on the Lawn. The movie starts at 630 pm featuring The Nightmare Before Chritsmas. Limited Space is available, so make sure you get here early!!
Learn more HERE.
YMCA Boo Bash Teen Dance | Saturday, October 28 | 6-10pm | The Island of Hawaii YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo | $15-$20
Teen Dance open to all middle school & high school students. $15 pre-sale (cash only) – tickets available at YMCA office. $20 at the door (cash only). Doors open at 6pm & close at 6:30pm. Doors re-open at 9:30 pm for teen pick-up. Light meal provided with each ticket. Benefit for the YMCA’s Junior Leader Program.
Learn more HERE.
Every Kid Outdoors Halloween Celebration | Saturday, October 28 | 10am-4pm | Kīlauea Visitor Center and Kahuku Visitor Contact Station | Regular park admission
Come to Kīlauea Visitor Center or the Kahuku Visitor Contact Station for fun family-friendly events the Saturday before Halloween. At Kīlauea, decorate a park-themed mask then explore the trails and look for clues to earn charms for the mask. At Kahuku, come for the third annual Halloween Bingo Scavenger Hunt. Return to the visitor centers for a treat bag provided by the Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association. Costumes encouraged! If you have a fourth grader in the family, park entrance is free! Just complete the online activity on https://www.everykidoutdoors.gov and print the paper voucher to bring to the park in exchange for a fourth-grade pass.
Learn more HERE.
Spooktacular! | Saturday, October 28 | 12-5pm | Arts & Sciences Center, 15-1397 Homestead Road Pāhoa | $15-40
Join ASC (Arts & Sciences Center) in bringing back a Spooktacular! event at the Arts & Sciences Center, ASC, home of Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science Public Charter School, HAASPCS in Pāhoa, HI, USA.
Register individually or with your ‘Ohana survival team in this Zombie Apocalypse Fun Run curated by HAAS Drama Club & supported by HAAS After School Clubs and members of the community!
And not to worry – there’s something for everyone – even if you’re not into the spookiness of a Zombie Themed Fun Run, we’ll have a special fairy trail for you!!
Zombies and Runners will all end up at our Carnival after the races!
The Carnival and entertainment is FREE to the public… with the option to buy goods or services from vendors and purchase Carnival Cash to play the games until 5:00p!
THE FUN DOESN’T STOP THERE!! Tickets will be sold at the box office (and right here) for Spooky Story Performances in HAAS Drama Club’s Black Box Theater to round out the evening in proper theater fashion.
All proceeds benefit the HAAS Drama Club and ASC Programs like (but not limited to) Youth Summer Camps and a wide variety of other Youth & Adult Programs that focus on building skills, opportunities and community.
Dress up in your best Halloween costumes and enjoy a day filled with thrilling activities, delicious treats, and lots of entertainment and laughter.
[email protected] for involvement/ideas/questions.
Botanical World Adventures Haunted Maze & Keiki Scavenger Hunt | Haunted Maze – Saturday, October 28, 6pm – 9pm | Keiki Scavenger Hunt – Saturday, October 29, 10am – 3pm | Botanical World Adventures 31-240 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Hakalau HI 96710 | Free, donations encouraged
Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year at Botanical World Adventures! We love to celebrate the spooky season with our neighbors and guests with a weekend of fun, family-friendly events. Our annual Haunted Maze is a must-do for thrill seekers of all ages. The maze is filled with monsters, ghosts, and other scary creatures. Be prepared to scream on Saturday, October 28th!
For a more family-friendly Halloween experience, join us for our Keiki Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, October 29th. Children will search for hidden objects throughout the park. There will be prizes for the winners!
No Halloween event is complete without FREE Halloween treats! We will have a variety of treats available for everyone at the event. Non-perishable food donations are accepted for the Food Pantry. You can also donate money to support victims of the Maui wildfires.
We hope to see you at Botanical World for Halloween this year! It’s sure to be a spook-tacular time. This event is brought to you by Botanical World Adventures and its sponsors Hawaiian Crown Pineapple and Big Island Candies. Thank you for your support!
Learn more HERE.
Halloween Monster Bash Weekend | October 27-29 | times vary | Puna Kai Shopping Center, 15-2714 Pahoa Village Rd., Pahoa | Free
Starting Friday, October 27 from 5pm-8pm we will be having our Halloween Event! That includes Trick or Treating Trunk or Treat by @oilykingshawaii , a balloon artist, Movie Night and a Free Pumpkin Patch! Saturday, October 28, 2023 and Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 6pm – 10pm stop by to check out the live music, beer garden, Bike and Car Show, Trunk or Treat, and our Costume Contest!
We have a full weekend of Family Fun for you!
Learn more HERE.
Witches Ball & Monster Mash | Saturday, October 28 | 6:15-8:30pm | Honoka‘a People’s Theater, Honoka‘a | $10, free for kids
WITCHES BALL AND MONSTER MASH! $10 adults, kids free! Costume Contest and more…
From 6:15pm to 8:30pm, bring out your whole fam for an all ages Monster Mash and Witches Ball with Waimeaʻs own DJ Brian Thomas! DJ Brian brings a lifelong love of music and DJing to the decks, connecting with decades of good music of all types, this time a Halloween Mash Up special blend from funk to soul to rock n roll and across the goulish gamit, heʻs looking forward to spreading the dancefloor love with the whole family.
Read more HERE.
Spooktacular Saturday | Saturday, October 28 | 12-4:30pm | Mamane St., Honoka‘a | Free
We’ve got a full day of Spooktacular events planned on October 28!! Another chance to wear your awesome costumes!
Scarecrows will be scattered along Māmane Street decorated by Paʻauilo School, be sure to vote for your favorite!
Free pumpkin decorating while supplies last!
12pm Hocus Pocus at Honoka’a People’s Theatre
1:30pm-3:00pm — Trick – or – Treat Māmane Street
3:30pm-6:00pm — Spooky Stories with professional story teller Eric Wolf in the People’s Theatre
6:00pm-8:30pm — family friendly Halloween costume dance with DJ Brian Curly at the People’s Theatre
Learn more HERE.
Puna Chocolate Hiloween Party | Saturday, October 28 | 6-10pm | Puna Chocolate Co., 277 Keawe St., Hilo | Free
Join Puna Chocolate Co. for a Halloween Party on October 28. Includes spooky themed craft cocktails, tricked up chocolate treats, and costume contest. Win free coffee for a week! Stop by for creepy coffee all day.
Autism Support & Disabilities Center Trick or Treat | Saturday, October 28 | 11am-5pm | 200 Ainaola Dr., Hilo | Free (donations requested)
LIVE MUSIC • FOOD • DRINKS
HALLOWEEN PARTY
Trick or Treat
Games- Decorated Tables- Candy
Top 5 Costumes win prizes!
Bring your friends & Family!
* Please bring canned goods for FOOD BASKET DONATION
Halloween Fun Fest | Sunday, October 29 | 10am-2pm | Kuleana Education, 74-4820 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa | Free entry
Halloween Fun Fest!
*Free Entry!*
October 29, 10-2
Bounce Houses, Games, Crafts, Human Maze, Haunted House, Food and Drinks, Selfie Station, Face Painting, Halloween Kids’ Tattoos, Prizes
September only pres-sale for first 100 people! Get 30 tickets for $25 AND free unlimited bounce house for 1 child!
Learn more HERE.
5th Annual Fly Around Hilo Bay | October 29 | 9am | Reed’s Bay, Hilo | Free
Calling all witches! Join us for the 5th Annual Fly Around Hilo Bay on our water vessels in full witch regalia. Stand-ups, kayaks, OCs, or whatever you have that floats. Dress up, bring a potluck dish, and libations for after. Warlocks are welcome!
Hawai'i Island Haunted Houses
Haunted House Hilo | various nights October 19-31 | times vary | Penn Fitness & Training Center, 639 Kino‘ole St., Hilo | $15-35
Join the Penn Hawai‘i Youth Foundation, Exposed Roots and Loihi Studios for a Haunted House to remember featuring six themed rooms of horror. This haunted house is even keiki-friendly! Just show up for the first hour of the haunted house each evening for a less scary version for the kiddos, and keiki 5 and under are free. In addition, the house will feature a concert on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28. Proceeds from this event will be donated to families in Lahaina.
KTA Puainako’s Annual Haunted House | October 27-31 | 5-9pm | KTA Puainako, 50 E. Puainako St., Hilo | Free
After having to take a pause the last few years, KTA’s annual HAUNTED HOUSE is back for the 11th year at KTA Puainako!
Join us for an A’MAZE’ing Adventure
October 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
5pm to 9pm Daily
KTA Puainako Sidewalk
This is a FREE EVENT Non-perishable food donations will be accepted for The Food Basket!
Learn more HERE.
Haunted Palace - The Lost Plantation | Friday, October 27 & Saturday, October 28 | 7-10pm | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo | $20-25
Visit the ghouls and goblins residing behind the scenes of the historic theater. Once a year they come out to run amuck and cause chaos for Hilo’s top haunted house experience.
The performers will not touch you, do not touch them in any manner.
Flash lights & flash photography are strictly prohibited. Patrons are welcome to video tape their experience.
Purchase your tickets in advance for the night you wish to attend. On the night of the event, a line will form curb side in front of the theater. Check in at the table with your digital confirmation message, and ticketed parties will be granted entrance to the Haunted Palace together. The event takes about 15-20 mins to walk thru, depending on your party’s pace. You’ll be unleashed into the Lost Plantation to experience the horrors that await throughout the grounds of the Haunted Palace.
WARNING: This event utilizes flashing strobe lights, heavy fog, and loud sound effects.
Learn more HERE.
Ghosts in the Garden | October 28 & 31 | 6-8:30pm | Nani Mau Gardens, 421 Makalika St. St., Hilo | $3-7
Get ready for a bone-chilling Halloween experience like no other! “Ghouls in the Gardens Haunted Walk” invites you to step into a world of darkness and terror. As you wander through the haunted gardens, prepare to encounter spine-tingling surprises at every turn. Ghostly apparitions, lurking ghouls, and eerie sounds will send shivers down your spine. And if you dare, indulge in the “Ghoulish Gourmet” food stalls, offering sinister treats and spine-chilling drinks. Will you have the courage to face your deepest fears? “Ghouls in the Gardens Haunted Walk” awaits, where nightmares come to life. Don’t miss out on the most thrilling event of the season. Get your tickets now and prepare for a night you’ll never forget!
Learn more HERE.
Island of Hawai‘i YMCA’s Haunted House | October 30 & 31 | 5-9pm | YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo | Donations welcome
YMCA & Hilo Walmart presents a Haunted House experience with over 1,000 square feet of spookiness. Surprises in store – enter at your own risk. Donations welcomed – all proceeds benefit the YMCA’s youth programs. Haunted House will be in the upper parking lot of the YMCA.
Learn more HERE.
Big Island Halloween Trick or Treating & Trunk or Treating
Trunk or Treat Car Meet | Friday, October 27 | 6pm | Tony Honda Kona, 75-5608 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona | FREE
It’s time for a trunk or treat car meet hosted by Brada Delson at Tony Honda Kona! Check out food vendors, decoration contest, and car meet up.
Keauhou Candy Crawl | Saturday, October 28 | 2-6pm | Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Ali‘i Dr., Kailua, Kona | Cost
Join us for trick-or-treating with participating tenants, bounce houses, balloon twisting, a photo booth, entertainment, and more.
Candy Crawl will require Eventbrite registration from 2-6 PM to reserve the trick-or-treat bag. We will do our best to accommodate walk-ups, but we highly recommend signing up on Eventbrite. Parents do not need a ticket. While supplies last.
The registration link will go live on Saturday, October 21st. Our KidX events will go up quickly. WE DO NOT TAKE REGISTRATIONS OVER THE PHONE.
For faster check-in, please be sure to print your ticket.
The staff has the right to make changes at any given time. Please call the office if you have questions at 808-322-3000.
Learn more HERE.
BISAC 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat | Saturday, October 28 | 3-5pm | Shipman Business Park, Keaau | free
A drive-thru trick or treat experience featuring local businesses and non-profit organizations.
Learn more HERE.
Trick-or-Treat at Parker Ranch | Saturday, October 28 | 11am-2pm | Parker Ranch, Waimea | Free
Lift your spirits at Parker Ranch Center as we invite you and your ‘ohana to a spooktacular day of Trick-or-Treating with us!
Bring your witches and warlocks on Saturday, October 28th from 11AM – 2PM to Trick-or-Treat. You and your keiki can creep around our center to visit participating merchant locations for #yummysweets! Be on the lookout for Trick-or-Treat “Stop” signs to individual business locations to confirm participation.
As you haunt your way through our center, visit Parker Ranch Center’s Prize Wheel at the Surprise and Delight Booth near our Fireside Food Court! You won’t want to miss a chance to Enter-to-Spin and win fa-boo-lous prizes from your favorite Parker Ranch Center merchants!
Learn more HERE.
Kona Elks Boo Bash | Saturday, October 28 | 4:30-7pm | Old Hualalai Theater, 75-170 Hualalai Rd., Kailua-Kona | Free
Join Kona Elks for a night of trunk or treating along with movies, treats, food, and a good time! There’s also a costume contest, so come dressed in your best!
Halloween Trunk or Treat | Saturday, October 28 | 3pm | Lavaloha, 1820 Amauulu Rd., Hilo | $13
Please join us for a family-friendly Halloween event up on our farm. On Saturday, October 28th, at 3pm, we will be hosting games, contests, trick-or-treating, haunted garden walkthroughs and more!
Activities Include:
Trunk -or- Treat – Walk around and collect candy from our decorated farm vehicles!
Costume Contest – Ages 0-12 – Come and bring your best costume to be entered to win a gift bag of locally made goodies and other fun items!
Categories are: Cutest, Scariest, Silliest
Haunted Garden – Take a walk through our collapsed lava tube and enjoy a slightly scary loop.*
Hot Chocolate Dipper Station – Enjoy a hot chocolate dipper made from our Hawaiian milk chocolate. Customize with various themed toppings and stir into hot water, milk, or even hot chocolate for a rich and delicious experience. This station will also have chocolate tea, coffee, and hot chocolate available for sale.
Coloring Table, Yard Games, and Movies
*Safety is our top priority, due to the layout of the garden, there will be no live actors.
We are excited to see you all there!
Learn more HERE.
Boo at the Zoo | Sunday, October 29 | 4-6pm | Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, 800 Stainback Hwy., Hilo | free
Keiki come in your costume so you can trick-or-treat around the zoo. ‘Big kids’ come in your best maskless costume to escort your little monsters!
Learn more HERE.
Silvashine Halloween Drive Thru & Car Meet | Tuesday, October 31 | 6-8pm | 74-5565 Luhia Street Suite A4B, Kailua-Kona | Free
We will have a drive thru trick or treat at Silvashine Detailing LLC starting at 6:00-8:00. If you have any questions please message me. Mahalo and hope to see you there!
Learn more HERE.
Maku'u Trunk-or-Treat | Tuesday, October 31 | 5:30-7pm | Maku'u Farmers Market, 15-2131 Keaau-Pahoa Rd., Pahoa | Free
On All Hallow’s Eve don your costumes and head to Maku’u Farmers Market for some trunk or treat fun!
Big Island Halloween Events - Theater, Performances & Storytelling
The Rocky Horror Show - LIVE! | Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays October 20-29 + 31 | 8pm | Hawaii Science and Technology Museum, 64 Keawe St., Hilo | $28
Hilo Community Players is proud to present Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Live at the Hawai’i Science and Technology Museum in downtown Hilo.
Performances take place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from October 20-29 at 8pm, with a special 10pm showing on Hawalloween, October 31.
Seating is limited and reserving tickets in advance is highly recommended. Tickets will be $5 more on the day of the show, if available.
Show contains explicit content and is intended for adult audiences. Parental guidance is advised.
Learn more HERE.
The Rockaways Hawaiian Halloween Bash | Saturday, October 28 | 4pm | Willie’s Hot Chicken, 74-5599 | Free
Halloween Bash with The Rockaways Tribute to the Ramones , Kauz of Affliction, The Granite Saints, El Misfits.
Learn more HERE.
Rocky Horror Picture Show | Saturday, October 28 | 9pm | Honoka‘a People’s Theatre, 45-3574 Mamane St., Honoka‘a | $6-8
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW! $8 regular admission, $6 seniors (Rated R)
9pm – The Cult Classic starring Tim Curry and Susan Sarandon is back in Honokaa by popular demand! The 1975 midnight movie hit storms the big screen when sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter and his entourage of wild characters.
Learn more HERE.
Trey Wonder & the Graveyard Thunder | Saturday, October 28 | 5:30-10pm | Kukuau Studio, 43 Kukuau St., Hilo | $10
Get ready for a spooktacular night of music and mayhem at the Trey Wonder & The Graveyard Thunder Halloween Bash! Join us at 43 Kukuau Street, Hilo, HI, USA for a hauntingly good time.
6-7pm Trey Wonder & the Graveyard Thunder
7-7:45pm Tides of Tragedy
7:45-8:10 Halloween Costume Contest
8:10-9pm Trey Wonder & the Graveyard Thunder
Contest winners are announced and awarded. Best costume, and 3 runner ups. Grand Prize $200 Cash and prizes. Both Bands will be judging crowd appreciation for best costumes and ultimately decide the winner. All ages show. Prizes will be updated as they are acquired.
Learn more HERE.
Spooky Stories with Brother Wolf | Saturday, October 28 | 3:30pm & 5pm | Honoka‘a People’s Theatre, 45-3574 Mamane St., Honoka‘a | $10 suggested donation
SPOOKY STORIES GALORE!
3:30 pm Spooky Family Stories for All Ages.
5 pm Tales to Freeze Your Soul… For Ages 14+recommended, no one turned away
Suggested Donation of $10 per Family… no one turned away for lack of funds.
Eric Wolf is a nationally recognized professional storyteller who received an Oracle word for his work from the National Storytelling Association. His has performed at the Honolulu Storytelling Festival, the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, the Smithsonian in Washington DC and with Minnesota Public Radio. He has been telling scary stories since he was a young man 30 years ago. Audience members have described his scary stories as “…wonderful jump tales of old.” “A crazy ride that leaves me wanting more.” & “…he made me jump! He scared me!”
Learn more HERE.
Crafty Creatures and Creepy Crawlies
Samhain Broom Weaving Workshop | Friday, October 20 | 6:30pm | Rising Moon Spiritual Apothecary, 45-3620 Mamane St., Honoka‘a | $50
Must be the season of the witch…get extra witchy + join us for an enchanting Samhain broom weaving workshop! $50/per witch includes Samhain ritual, materials, + wine! Also build an ancestor altar with us, bring photos and/offerings for loved ones. DM to reserve your spot! Come, we fly!!
Learn more HERE.
Plastic Canvas Haunted House | Thursday, October 26 | 1-3pm | Housemart Ben Franklin Crafts, 333 Kilauea Ave., Hilo | $45
Join us for a spooktacular in-person event, the Plastic Canvas Haunted House! Get ready to be thrilled and chilled at HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts on Kilauea Avenue in Hilo, HI, USA. This event is perfect for craft enthusiasts looking to create their own haunted house masterpiece using plastic canvas. Let your creativity run wild as you design and assemble your very own spooky creation. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event promises to be a wickedly fun time. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bring your Halloween decorations to the next level. Mark your calendars and get ready for a hauntingly good time at the Plastic Canvas Haunted House – Hilo!
All supplies included
Ages 14 and up welcome
*2 hours may not be enough time to completed your haunted house, but you will have the knowledge to complete on your own.
Register HERE.
Make Your Own Glass Pumpkin | Friday, October 27 | 7pm | Hot Glass Hawai'i, 54-3676 Akoni Pule Hwy., Kapa'au | $120
Make Your Own Glass Pumpkin at Hot Glass Hawaii! Choose your colors and with the help of our instructor you can make your very own pumpkin.
This is a limited edition, seasonal class that’s only offered during the months of October and November, so donʻt wait, reserve your spot today!
Learn more HERE.
Halloween Spooktacular Clay Night | Saturday, October 28 | 5-7pm | Haina Sugar Ceramics, Honoka‘a | $50
Come join us for a night of spooky fun making art. Make a carved pumpkin that will never rot. Or a tea light ghost lamp. So many fun possibilities with our hand building creeps. $50 per person includes all the fun, refreshments and pupus.
Learn more HERE.
Howl-oween With Your Favorite Furry Friends
Hoku’s Legacy Riders’ Halloween Fundraiser | October 28-31 | From 2-5pm | 17-8160 North Kulani Rd., Mountain View | $15 per person
Come join us for a spooktacular time! Trunk or treat, pony ride, haunted house, barrel train, photo booth, baked goods, and mini yard sale. Don’t forget your treat buckets!
Editor’s note: Our ‘ohana attended this event last year, and it was wonderful. It’s a beautiful place, the event was super chill, and the kids had a nice ride around the training ring.
Howl-o-Ween Hustle | October 21 | 10:30am-2pm | Lili‘uokalani Gardens | $20
You and your dog (Team) can help Action 4 Animals Hawaii (A4A) with teamwork! Start signing up sponsors… your friends, neighbors, co-workers, family…everyone/anyone who will support your Team in this event.
The Registration Fee of $20 will cover participation for one Team in the Dog Walk and includes the Costume Contest. A Dog Trick contest is also planned after the Costume Contest.
There are fabulous prizes for the Team raising the most money in the Dog Walk, the winner of the Costume Contest and the winner of the Dog Trick Contest. There are prizes for the second and third place Dog Walk Team and Costume Contest! 7 chances to win a prize!
Let’s see what we can do together to help East Hawaii animals while having a good time!
Go get your sponsors and bring THIS FORM, cash and/or checks* on Oct 21 between 10:30 am and 12:00pm!
Schedule for the Day
11:00 AM – Dog Walk Starts
12:30 PM – Costume Contest
1:00 PM – Dog Trick Contest
Learn more HERE.
Spooky Sprinkles and Spirits Charity Event for Aloha ‘Iliio Rescue | Saturday, October 25 | 3-5pm | Hawaiian Beaches Community Center, 15-2793 Honu St., Pahoa | $50
Make Boo-tiful Cookies at our Spooky Cookie Decorating Class and support a wonderful cause. 50% of cost go to Aloha Ilio Rescue.
Learn more HERE.
Adults-Only Big Island Halloween Events
Eve & Eve Presents A Spook-tacular Eve-ning | Friday, October 20 | 6:30pm | Aja Hall, 361 Haihai St., Hilo | $25-35
It’s that time of year again! SPOOKY TIME!
Eve N Eve presents “A Spook-Tacular Eve-ning.” Join us for an evening of Halloween-themed performances from our amazing cast of fantabulous ghouls.
Cardio Queens: A Drag Show at the Y | Saturday, October 21 | 8pm | The Island of Hawaii YMCA, 300 W. Lanikula St., Hilo | $20-$120
Join Palehua, Karizma Mirage, Karmen Ramirez & Gilly Tina for a night of fun and excitement as they slay the stage. Costume contest! Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm. 21+. Tickets on sale at YMCA office or on Eventbrite.
Learn more HERE.
South Hilo Rotary’s Monsta Mash | Friday, October 27 | 7-10pm | The Arc of Hilo, 1099 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo | $25
Live music by Ol School with light pupus & no host bar. The BEST East Hawai’i Rotary Halloween Party of the year! Be there or Be Square!
Learn more HERE.
Lava Shack & Lava Phish Presents Monster Ball | Friday, October 27 | 8pm | Lava Shack, 15-2929 Pahoa Village Road, Pahoa | $5 cover
Enjoy performances from your favorite Lava Phish queens including Sarina Starlight, Sahn’tayizha Ramirez, Karizma Mirage, Jewl, Dlylah Synn, Karmen Slayz, Ny’kohl Sena Sol, and Scarlett McQueen. The night includes a costume contest for $$$ with competitions in the best solo, best couple, and best group categories.
Samhain Dance Party | Saturday, October 28 | 7-10pm | The Oasis, 12-4575 Pahoa Kalapana Road, Pahoa | $20 cover
**Event Highlights** 
**Social Dance Party**: Lose yourself in the rhythms of Downtemple World Beats. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to have fun, our dance floor is open to all who want to move and groove.
**Performance Circle**: Unleash your inner artist in our open performance circle. Express yourself through dance, music, or any other captivating form of self-expression.
**Fire Spinning**: Ignite the night with the mesmerizing art of fire spinning. We’re providing five cans of white gas for those who dare to add an element of mystique to the evening.
**Witches and Wizards Costume Contest**: Embrace the theme of the night by dressing as your favorite witch or wizard. Enter our costume contest for a chance to win a magical prize of $120!
**Supporting a Greater Cause** Big Island Events: Dia de Los Muertos
Ohana Arts - Dia de los Muertos | Saturday, October 28 | 10:30-11:30am | Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave. | Free
Creative Outlet: Tinsmithing Dia de los Muertos | Wednesday, October 18 | 5:30-8:30pm | Donkey Mill Art Center | 78-6670 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa | $35-45
Join us for our monthly Creative Outlet: A Night of Art Making with Friends. Creative Outlets are a monthly opportunity for you to connect with local artists and tap into your own creativity while you pau hana with new and old friends. Bring a pūpū and beverage and learn something new.
In this 3-hour class, you will create two meaningful and beautiful Dia de Los Muertos shrines or altars to celebrate and honor your chosen loved ones. You will learn to create metal forms to attach and collage onto your shrine as a tribute to your special person, animal, or cherished living being. Bring mementos to personalize both shrines that represent your connection to or with them.
Level: All level, Ages 16+
Learn more HERE.
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