Spooky & Festive: Halloween Happenings in Albuquerque & Santa Fe
It's official: the temperature is dropping, the leaves are turning, and there's a strange feeling in the air. The Spooky Season is upon us in New Mexico! From family-friendly fall festivals to haunted houses and ghost tours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy across the Greater Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas this season.
At Peace of the Planet Properties with Keller Williams Realty, we’ve put together a simple guide to the best Halloween events in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. It’s perfect for families, friends, and neighbors who want to enjoy the season.
Albuquerque Halloween Events
Boo at the Zoo – Albuquerque BioPark Zoo
October 25th, 9 am - 5 pm.
A local favorite! Enjoy trick-or-treat stations, animal encounters, and spooky displays throughout the zoo.
📍 Albuquerque BioPark | https://abqbooatthezoo.org/
McCall’s Haunted Farm
Every Friday & Saturday, Now till November 1st, 7 pm - Midnight.
One of New Mexico’s most famous Halloween attractions features haunted barns, a spooky cornfield, and a zombie hunt.
📍 Moriarty (about 40 minutes east of Albuquerque) | McCall's Haunted Pumpkin Patch
Halloween in Old Town
October 31st, 4 pm - 7 pm.
Safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating, live music, and festive décor among the historic shops and streets of Old Town Albuquerque.
📍 Old Town Plaza | https://www.albuquerqueoldtown.com/event/halloween-in-old-town-albuquerque-2025/
Galloping Goat Pumpkin Patch
Open daily in October 9 am - 6 pm
Offering plenty of family fun, including a corn pit, harvest maze, tricycle track, games, festive décor, and of course, pumpkins! On weekends, enjoy extra attractions like a Petting Zoo and a Paintball Target Arena.
📍 Rio Rancho Event Center | https://www.visitalbuquerque.org/event/galloping-goat-pumpkin-patch/61399/
For More Albuquerque Halloween Events, visit www.visitalbuquerque.org for a list of more Halloween happenings in the Greater Albuquerque Area!
Santa Fe Halloween Events
Spirits of New Mexico – El Rancho de Las Golondrinas
October 24th & 25th 5pm - 9 pm.
This historic ranch transforms into the ultimate haunted village, featuring live entertainment, food trucks, and ghostly encounters under the stars.
📍 El Rancho de Las Golondrinas | https://golondrinas.org/annual-events/festivals/spirits-of-new-mexico/
4th annual Día de los Muertos
November 1st 12pm - 10 pm
Enjoy ofrenda decorating, mariachi performances, Día de los Muertos videos, free face painting, a screening of Coco, a traditional Mexika Azteca blessing by Danza Tonantzin de Analco, and a candlelight parade led by Las Catrinas y Las Mojigangas. Visit the link below for more event dates.
📍 Santa Fe Plaza | https://www.santafe.org/dia-de-muertos/
Santa Fe Children’s Museum “Weird Science” Halloween Bash
October 28th from 3 pm - 6 pm.
Perfect for the kids. Offering hands-on science stations, costume contests, and trick-or-treating in a safe, educational setting.
📍 Santa Fe Children’s Museum | https://santafechildrensmuseum.org/event/weird-science-halloween-bash-3/
Santa Fe Ghost Tours
Now until October 31st, 7 pm and 8 pm Start times.
A one-hour tour! Walk the historic downtown by lantern light as guides share tales of haunted hotels, theaters, and local legends.
📍 Downtown Santa Fe | https://usghostadventures.com/santa-fe-ghost-tour/
For More Santa Fe Halloween Events, visit https://www.santafe.org/blog/post/october-events/ for a list of more Halloween happenings in the Santa Fe Area!
We Hope You Enjoy All That New Mexico Has to Offer!
No matter if you love spooky adventures or just want some pumpkin-themed family fun, Halloween in Albuquerque and Santa Fe has something for everyone. Reach out to us for local tips, a free market update, or help with your real estate needs.
