Dallas‑Fort Worth residents have a packed lineup of Halloween activities that cater to families, friends and anyone looking for a festive night out.
Free Y’alloween Block Party at Marriott Dallas Uptown
On Friday, October 30, the Marriott Dallas Uptown invites the public to Y’alloween, a free block party on the hotel’s outdoor Y’all Plaza from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Attendees can enjoy specialty cocktails, food stations, raffle prizes and live music by Dallas musician Tell Runyan. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and the event is open to all ages.
Zombie Ball at Calabrian Piazza
Saturday, October 31, the Calabrian Piazza outdoor plaza, home of Burrito Bellas, will host a Zombie Ball from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The evening features themed drinks such as the Dead Man’s Hand Spicy Margarita, horror‑movie screenings, fog machines, laser lights and a costume contest with categories for scariest, funniest and sexiest zombie outfits. Multiple bars, a VIP “Man Cave” lounge and a dance floor complete the spooky atmosphere.
A Party to Die For at Sheraton Dallas
Also on Friday, October 30, the Sheraton Dallas presents “A Party to Die For,” an immersive one‑night‑only murder‑mystery experience at The Parlor, the hotel’s speakeasy‑style lounge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $60 and include a guided mystery, chef‑curated hors d’oeuvres, Venetian‑style masquerade masks and complimentary self‑parking. The event is 21+ and costumes are strongly encouraged.
Kids’ Halloween Activities and Oktoberfest
Families can enjoy free pumpkin‑decorating contests on October 21 and 28 at the Oktoberfest Dallas patio, with $100 gift‑card prizes. On Halloween day, a Kids’ Costume Contest will award a free kid’s meal for the entire month of November. The 15th annual Oktoberfest Dallas returns on Saturday, October 24 at Flag Pole Hill Park, featuring local food, craft beer, family activities and a live performance by Pat Green.
Adult‑Only Halloween Cocktails at Assembly Icehouse
The Assembly Icehouse Lounge has transformed its space with spooky décor and a menu of creative cocktails, including Witches Brew ($15), Black Death ($18), Leaky Cauldron Butterbeer ($15), Vampire’s Kiss ($13) and The Gourd Father ($14). The drinks are available throughout October for a night‑out vibe.
Special Offers from Local Restaurants
Teriyaki Madness will provide free delivery on October 31, while Hash Kitchen offers Graveyard Cannoli Donuts, Monster Mash Mimosas and Dracula’s Bloody Mary with a denture garnish. MOD Pizza gives kids 12 and under a free Kids Meal when they arrive in costume on Halloween.
Día de los Muertos Parade & Festival
The seventh annual Dallas Día de los Muertos Parade & Festival, presented by Reliant, returns to Dallas City Hall Plaza on Saturday, October 31, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The free, family‑friendly event includes live music, food, arts and crafts, and a parade beginning at 7 p.m. Community leaders such as Consul General Luis Rodríguez Bucio and Councilmember Laura Cadena will be honored.
Cosmic Howl at Meow Wolf Grapevine
Meow Wolf Grapevine’s signature Halloween takeover, the Cosmic Howl, runs on October 31 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The 21+ event transforms the Real Unreal exhibition into a room‑by‑room celebration.
With a mix of free public gatherings, ticketed experiences and family‑focused activities, the DFW area offers something for every Halloween enthusiast.
Original reporting: Focus Daily News — read the source article.
