Halloween lands on a Saturday this year, and Pretoria is making the most of it. There are rock festivals, ghost tours, a haunted house, painting sessions in costume and a forest full of scares. Some events start as early as 13:00 on Saturday, 31 October, and one kicks off the weekend on Friday night.
Here is what is on, where it is happening and who it suits best.
The Mega-Festivals
Halloween Pretoria 2026 (The Big Rock and Alt Festival)
This is Pretoria’s flagship Halloween event: a rock and alternative music festival with live bands, heavy soundscapes and full costume dress-up.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, 13:00 to 23:59
- Venue: Heartfelt Arena / Heartfelt Gardens, 1000 Voortrekker Road, Thaba Tshwane, Pretoria
- Lineup: International act Silverstein headlines, with local favourites Ruff Majik, PHFat, The Tazers, Doomtrigger, Fuzigish, Human Nebula, Middle Grounds, Your Cynical Sanity, Man As Machine, Walk These Skies, Daisy Arson and Worms.
- Tickets: Available via Howler. Level 1 General Admission is R349, Level 2 is R399 and Level 3 is R449. Gate tickets are R550, subject to availability. The Early Bird (R249) and VIP (R899) tiers have sold out.
- Age restriction: Strictly 18+. Bring a physical ID, passport or driver’s licence. Photos of ID and student cards are not accepted.
Food stalls accept cash and card, but bars and merchandise stands take debit and credit cards only. Cooler boxes, outside food and alcohol, folding chairs and pets are not allowed. Expect heavy traffic around the venue, so e-hailing with Uber or Bolt is the smart way to get there and back.
Synth Peter Live Halloween Party
If rock is not your thing, this one is a high-energy night built around electronic and dance music. Popular South African artist Synth Peter performs live, with costume contests and drink specials to keep the party going.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 19:00 till late
- Venue: 494 Moot Street, Hermanstad, Pretoria
- Format: Indoor live-music gig and dance party
It is a good pick for Afrikaans electro and pop fans and young adults who want a lively live show. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and there are best-dressed prizes on the night, so make an effort.
Chills and Thrills
Mystery Ghost Tour Pretoria (Halloween Edition)
This storytelling tour is a haunted road-rally through Pretoria’s historic and paranormal hotspots. You drive yourself in a convoy from stop to stop, getting out at each one for ghost stories and haunted history.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, 19:00 to 23:00. The pub and meet-up starts at 17:00.
- Starting point: Huckleberry’s Restaurant and Pub, Magnolia Dell, 24 Queen Wilhelmina Drive, Bailey’s Muckleneuk
- Tickets: R329 to R399 per person via Quicket
- Age restriction: Adult entertainment. No children under 6.
Fancy dress is encouraged. Bring a torch, a camera, comfortable flat shoes, an umbrella, cash for pub fare and, if you like, picnic snacks for the drive. It works well for couples, friends and anyone who prefers real local ghost lore to a night of loud music.
Centurion Haunted House Experience (Irene)
For genuine scares, head just south of Pretoria to Irene. This walk-through haunted house has jump scares, themed horror rooms and live actors.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 18:00
- Venue: 1 Pioneer Road, Irene, Centurion
- Format: Walk-through horror attraction
It suits thrill-seekers, teens, young adults and brave families who want a proper fright rather than a gig or a pub night.
Social and Creative Halloween Plans
Sip and Paint Halloween Costume Party
Hosted by Art in the Garden and Ivy Cafe, this is a relaxed, creative afternoon. Guests paint spooky art in costume while enjoying coffee, wine and food.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 13:00
- Venue: Ivy Cafe Hazelwood, Cape Connection Lifestyle Village, 59 Garsfontein Road, Maroelana, Pretoria
- Format: Social painting workshop with a day-party atmosphere
It is a good choice for anyone who wants something non-clubby, creative and beginner-friendly, and it shows off the cafe culture of Hazelwood and Maroelana.
Vibe With The Tribe: Halloween Games Night
In collaboration with The Culture Factory, this event gives tabletop, board and party games a spooky twist inside one of Pretoria’s historic venues.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 14:00
- Venue: Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History, Pretoria Central
- Format: Community gaming, museum social and pop-culture meet-up
It is ideal for gamers, Gen-Z crowds and groups of friends who want interactive, alcohol-optional entertainment in the daytime or early evening, with a local culture and community feel in the CBD.
MAMELANI: Halloween Experience
This boutique nightlife gathering from organiser Ta’Amo is all about atmosphere, with haunted decor, interactive themed experiences and plenty of photo opportunities.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, 17:00 to 23:00
- Venue: 19 Dely Road, Hazelwood, Pretoria
- Tickets: Available via Computicket BoxOffice
- Age restriction: Strictly no under 19s
Parking is limited, so e-hailing is the better option.
The Halloween Ball at Amix Lounge
Want to start early? This pre-Halloween party on Friday night is built around club beats, DJ sets and costumes, with Optimist headlining and supporting acts.
- Date and time: Friday, 30 October 2026, from 18:00 till late
- Venue: Amix Lounge, Pretoria
- Tickets: Available via Webtickets, with limited phases starting from R60
It is a great way to kick off your Halloween weekend a night ahead.
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Family and All-Ages Fun
The Haunted Forest® (10-Year Anniversary Edition)
Gauteng’s flagship outdoor Halloween event is celebrating its tenth anniversary, so expect high production value. Highlights include an illuminated spooky forest walk, outdoor scary movie screenings, trick-or-treat trails and food trucks.
- Date and time: Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 15:00
- Venue: Prison Break Market (Midrand / Pretoria border)
- Format: All-ages outdoor festival
- Tickets: Available via Quicket and the official website
Dedicated family and kids’ zones run before dark, and the scarier trails open after sunset. It is a short drive for Pretoria families and the closest thing to a traditional trick-or-treat atmosphere on this list.
Which Halloween Event Is Right for You?
- Heavy music fans: Halloween Pretoria 2026 at Heartfelt Arena
- Electro and dance lovers: Synth Peter Live in Hermanstad
- Ghost story fans: Mystery Ghost Tour from Magnolia Dell
- Horror seekers: Centurion Haunted House in Irene
- Creative, relaxed types: Sip and Paint at Ivy Cafe
- Gamers and groups of friends: Vibe With The Tribe at the Ditsong Museum
- Upscale nightlife: MAMELANI in Hazelwood
- A Friday-night warm-up: The Halloween Ball at Amix Lounge
- Families and kids: The Haunted Forest®
Halloween in Pretoria: Frequently Asked Questions
Which Halloween events in Pretoria are 18+ only?
Halloween Pretoria 2026 at Heartfelt Arena is strictly 18+ and requires a physical ID, passport or driver’s licence. MAMELANI is strictly no under 19s. The Mystery Ghost Tour is adult entertainment, with no children under 6 allowed.
What is the best Halloween event for families in Pretoria?
The Haunted Forest® at Prison Break Market is the best all-ages option. It has dedicated family and kids’ zones before dark, trick-or-treat trails, food trucks and scarier trails after sunset. The Centurion Haunted House in Irene also suits brave families and teens.
Are there Halloween events in Pretoria on Friday, 30 October?
Yes. The Halloween Ball at Amix Lounge starts at 18:00 on Friday, 30 October, with Optimist headlining and tickets from R60 via Webtickets. Every other event in this guide takes place on Saturday, 31 October.
Which Halloween events in Pretoria are budget-friendly?
The Halloween Ball at Amix Lounge has tickets from R60, and the Mystery Ghost Tour is R329 to R399 per person. Halloween Pretoria 2026 has general admission from R349 and gate tickets at R550, subject to availability. Check each organiser’s ticketing page for the latest pricing.
Should I drive or e-hail to Halloween events in Pretoria?
E-hailing with Uber or Bolt is recommended for Halloween Pretoria 2026 because of heavy event traffic, and for MAMELANI because parking is limited. The Mystery Ghost Tour is a self-drive convoy, so you will need your own car for that one.
Make It a Halloween to Remember
Whether you want a rock festival, a ghost story, a proper fright or a paintbrush in one hand and a glass of wine in the other, Pretoria has a Halloween plan for you. Book early where tickets are limited, sort out your lift home ahead of time and put some thought into your costume. Check each organiser’s page for the latest details before you head out, as times and prices can change.