Halloween Happenings Across O‘ahu: Ghost Tours, Pumpkin Picking, and More

October has arrived, ushering in a season of spookiness. Whether you crave sweet treats or a thrilling experience, this guide offers numerous haunted attractions, pumpkin patches, eerie tours, and fun events. Stay tuned for additional Halloween happenings throughout the month.

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**Mysteries of Hawai‘i Ghost Tours**
Various days and times, running through Oct. 31
Master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui offers his renowned Mysteries of Hawai‘i ghost tours year-round, but they are particularly popular in October. Tours such as the Ghosts of Old Honolulu and Waikīkī Night Marchers Ghost Tour are available. Expect real supernatural tales rather than gimmicks.
$40, various locations, mysteries-of-hawaii.com, @mysteriesofhawaii

**Waimānalo Country Farms’ Fall Harvest Festival**
Tuesday, Sept. 29 to Wednesday, Nov. 11
Weekends 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekdays 1 to 4 p.m.
This family-run farm’s annual pumpkin patch is back! Visitors can pick pumpkins, enjoy hayrides and take selfies in the sunflower fields, sip sweet tea, and shop for fresh corn.
Family-friendly, $10–$12 kama‘āina admission, 41-225 Lupe St., Waimānalo, waimanalocountryfarms.com, @waimanalocountryfarms

**Black Orchid Lounge – Black Magic**
Tuesday to Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.
This newly opened bar will feature a Halloween transformation with themed food, cocktails, and decor. Walk-ins are welcome.
21+, 1112 Smith St., Chinatown, @blackorchidlounge

**Skull & Crown Trading Co. – Zombie Island**
Tuesday to Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.
Dive into Zombie Island with specialty cocktails and uniquely themed tropical decor. Reservations are advised.
21+, 62 N. Hotel St., Chinatown, skullandcrowntrading.com, @skullandcrowntradingco

**Spooky Fun Scavenger Hunt**
Oct. 1–31
Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at Ala Moana Center’s Guest Services, search for six characters across levels 2 and 3 of the Mauka Wing, and return the filled sheet for a prize (while supplies last). Many merchants will also offer seasonal and Halloween specials.
Family-friendly, free, Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Ala Moana, alamoanacenter.com, @alamoanacenter

**Hotel Street Art Hui**
Friday, Oct. 2, 4 to 6 p.m.
Join Lopaka Kapanui as he shares ancient Honolulu stories while koto musician Darin Miyashiro performs. Complimentary refreshments will be provided by Livestock Tavern.
Free, 29 N. Hotel St., Downtown, hawaiiartsalliance.org, @hawaiiarts

**Mari’s Gardens Mini Pumpkin Patch**
Oct. 3–31, Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Select pumpkins and snap Halloween-themed photos.
Free admission, pumpkin cost based on weight, 94-415 Makapipipi St., Mililani, marisgardens.com, @maris_gardens

**Keep It Aloha Card Show**
Saturday, Oct. 3, noon to 8 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Join a monthly trading card show with over 50 vendors. This month features candy bracelet and lei-making activities for kids, plus Halloween games.
Family-friendly, free, Salt at Our Kaka‘ako, 691 Auahi St., Kaka‘ako, keepitalohaevents.com, @keepitalohaevents

More events and details, including movie screenings, themed festivals, and interactive experiences, can be found in the full article.