Top Halloween Things to Do in Toronto 2025: Haunted Nights & Escape Rooms

• Casa Loma – Legends of Horror

   

  Opening Dates: October 4-5, 11-12, 17-31

  
  Each October, Toronto’s majestic Casa Loma is reborn as a terrifying theatrical world for its famed Legends of Horror event. Guests embark on a trail starting in the castle’s lower gardens and weaving through its darkest, long-hidden tunnels and chambers. Along the dimly lit path, guests encounter elaborate sets and live actors bringing classic horror icons to life. With its exceptional production quality and Gothic architecture, Casa Loma makes you feel as though you’ve stepped straight into a horror film.
  
  

• Canada’s Wonderland – Halloween Haunt

  
  Opening Dates: September 27 - November 2

  
  Each October, Canada’s Wonderland transforms into a terrifying scream park for its annual Halloween Haunt. Expect hundreds of monsters, haunted mazes, live shows, and the chance to ride your favorite attractions in total darkness. Combining theme park excitement with cinematic-level scares, Halloween Haunt is one of Toronto’s must-visit Halloween events.
  
  

• Martino Manor

  
  Opening Dates: October 3 - November 2

  
  Hidden behind Mamma Martino’s Pasta and Pizzeria in Etobicoke lies one of Toronto’s best-kept - and most terrifying - secrets: Martino Manor.Touted as the “scariest haunted attraction” in town, this 20-minute experience challenges even the bravest souls to make it through, filled with blood, gore, violence, and terrifying characters.What appears to be a charming Italian eatery by day conceals a nightmare-inducing haunted house by night, making Martino Manor a must-visit destination for those who dare to face their fears.

Halloween Immersive, Interactive Experiences

• INBLACK Escape Room

  
  

  
  Opening Dates: Open Daily(See Detail)

  
  For those who crave immersive thrills rather than traditional haunted houses,INBLACK Escape Rooms deliver a perfect mix ofstory-driven horror, interactive challenges, andcinematic tension. Step into movie-like environments where you and your team must think fast,stay calm, and face the unexpected. Whether you’re planning afamily adventure, a couple’s date, a friends’ night out, or a Halloween party,these experiences promise heart-racing fun and unforgettable memories.
  
  
  

• The 4th Floor (Markham Location)

  
  

  
  A 90-minute heavy-horror escape experience that will test even the bravest players.Set inside an abandoned hospital, The 4th Floor plunges you into a world of flickering lights, echoing hallways, and medical rooms that look far too real.
  
  

  As you navigate the dark corridors, the air hums with the distant sound of hospital machinery and whispersthat seem to come from nowhere. Live actors lurk in the shadows, blurring the line between fiction and fear,forcing you to confront both the puzzles and your own nerves.
  
  

  Every moment is designed to heighten tension - from the smell of disinfectant that clings to the air to thesudden clang of a metal tray in the distance. With its cinematic production,realistic props, and psychological storytelling,The 4th Floor feels less like an escape room and more like being trapped inside a survival horror film - where your mind is the real battlefield.
  
  
  

• District 11 (Eaton Centre Location)

  
  

  
  This heavy-horror, fast-paced, 30-minute survival mission drops you into a collapsingdystopian world - a place of flashing alarms, distorted broadcasts, and uncertain allies.Surrounded by live NPCs and cinematic effects, you’ll have to think fast, move faster, and trust no one.Each second feels critical, each choice more dangerous than the last.It’s an edge-of-your-seat experience designed for those who crave intensity and teamwork in equal measure.
  
  
  

• Vampire vs. Witch (Wellesley Location)

  
  

  
  Step into a supernatural showdown in this team-battle escape room,where two groups compete head-to-head - one side as vampires, the other as witches.The goal: outsmart, outplay, and outlast your rivalsbefore the clock runs out. Expect flashes of magic, eerie lighting, and plenty of laughteras friendly competition turns thrillingly intense.

  If you love the Halloween spirit but prefer fun over fear,this is the perfect pick. With its playful atmosphere, creative challenges, and dramatic theme,Vampire vs. Witch delivers all the excitement of the season without the heavy horror - making it ideal for couples, double dates, or groupslooking for a festive adventure that’s more enchanting than terrifying.

Haunted Walks and Ghost Tours

Discover the darker side of Toronto’s history with a guided ghost tour.Guides - often dressed in black cloaks and carrying lanterns - lead participantsthrough historic sites while sharing true tales of hauntings, tragic events, and supernatural legends.

• 🕯️ Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour

  
  Hear eerie stories about tragic accidents, ghostly encounters, and the dark historyhidden behind the Victorian brick walls of Toronto’s historic Distillery District.
  
  

• ⚓ Toronto’s Haunted Harbour

  
  A chilling waterfront ghost tour that explores Toronto’s harbor legends, shipwrecks, and maritime mysteries. Some versions of the tour even include boat rides at night, adding an extra layer of suspense as you listen to tales of restless spirits drifting across the lake.
  
  

• 🏙️ The Original Haunted Walk of Toronto

  
  This is The Haunted Walk’s signature tour, taking guests through historic streets, old churches,courthouses, and even the city’s former jail. Learn about gruesome crimes, mysterious deaths, and ghostly sightings that shaped Toronto’s darker past.

As Halloween approaches, Toronto comes alive with an incredible range of experiences - from haunted houses and immersive escape rooms to eerie ghost tours and spooky festivities.Whether you’re after family-friendly fun, spine-chilling scares, or a festive night out with friends, the city offers something for every kind of thrill seeker.Make this Halloween unforgettable by exploring the very best that Toronto has to offer after dark.