5 Halloween Activities to Enjoy with Your Teen Around Toronto

by Arianne Granada

 

As October’s crisp air settles in, it’s time to kick off the spooky season. Don’t worry if your teen insists they’re too grown-up for costumes and trick-or-treating—there are plenty of ways for your family to dive into the Halloween spirit together. These Halloween activities can make for awesome parent-teen date nights.  

So, if you’re on the hunt for thrilling alternatives to the classic trick-or-treating, you’re in for a treat. Here are 5 Halloween activities around Toronto and the GTA for you and your teen.

 

Casa Loma: Legends of Horror

Perfect for Teens and Fun Family Halloween Night

 

 

Imagine stepping into history with a dash of the supernatural at Casa Loma’s “Legends of Horror.” This isn’t your typical haunted house; it’s an immersive theatrical wonderland. This October, Casa Loma will be transformed into an eerie playground. You and your teen can stroll through a 2km trail, winding through the castle’s hidden tunnels and the darkest corners of the estate.

During this hour-long adventure, you’ll find yourselves immersed in meticulously designed sets in gardens and chambers, where characters come to life right before your eyes. The grand finale is a jaw-dropping 3D projection on the castle’s exterior to make the story seamlessly blend in with the castle walls.

Location: Casa Loma – 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto (Entrance at Walmer and Davenport)

Dates: September 29 to October 31, 2023

Tickets: Get yours here

 

Pumpkins After Dark in Milton

Fun Family Halloween Night

 

 

When it comes to family-friendly Halloween fun, Pumpkins After Dark in Milton is an absolute must-visit. Imagine over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins illuminating your path as you walk through this mesmerizing outdoor experience.

Located at Country Heritage Park in Milton, this event runs from September 23 to October 1, offering a perfect opportunity for a family outing to ignite that Halloween spirit in your teens and yourself.

Location: Country Heritage Park, Milton

Dates: September 23 to October 1, 2023

Tickets: Grab yours here

 

Canada’s Wonderland: Halloween Haunt

Thrilling Parent-Teen Date Night

 

 

If you’re in search of a thrilling night out with your teen, Canada’s Wonderland has just the ticket—literally. They transform the amusement park into a scream park during their annual Halloween Haunt, complete with seven spine-chilling mazes, terrifying scare zones, and hundreds of monstrous creatures lurking in the shadows.

This year, don’t miss the new additions: “Dark Ride,” a maze set in an abandoned carnival attraction, and “Trick or Treat Street,” a twisted Halloween street party. The entertainment lineup, featuring fiery acts and shocking stunts, will keep both you and your teen on the edge of your seats.

Location: Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan

Dates: Select Nights, September 22 to October 29, 2023

Tickets: Grab yours here

 

The Haunting of Hexwood in Pickering

Perfect for Teens and Family Halloween Night

 

 

Imagine stepping into the unsettlingly authentic haunted experience of “The Haunting of Hexwood.” This meticulously crafted town, once a film studio, has been transformed into a heart-pounding Halloween attraction, complete with a gas station, town hall, diner, and more.

Located at the WFW Backlot Film Studio in Pickering, experience this thrilling adventure in a 23-acre, modern-day small town situated on a 90-acre plot of land that has been built for feature films, TV series, and commercials.

Location: WFW Backlot Film Studio, Pickering

Dates: October 6 to 31, 2023

Tickets: Grab yours here

 

The House of Burton (For Adults)

Exclusive Speakeasy Bar Experience

 

 

For parents seeking a unique Halloween experience, “The House of Burton” is an invitation into the goth-meets-cartoon world of Tim Burton’s classic, Beetlejuice. Hidden within MADO, a Turkish restaurant on Yonge Street in Toronto, this speakeasy bar offers different concoctions, vintage-style décor, and an immersion into a world of distorted reality. While it’s mainly designed for grown-ups, it also offers family-friendly sessions for those who want to include the young ones in the spooky fun.

Location: MADO, Toronto

Dates: October 4 to October 31, 2023

Tickets: Grab yours here