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operating hours
29 — 31 October, 2026
Thursday & Friday
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
FAQ
When and where is this happening?
Ghost Festival runs from Thursday 30 October to Sunday 2 November 2025 at The Rocks, Sydney.
Thursday & Friday: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Do I need tickets?
Entry to Ghost Festival is free! You can roam, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy entertainment at no charge. Food, drinks, market stalls, and ticketed experiences are paid separately. But yes, tickets are required for the experiences, required, not a suggestion!
Is there a dress code?
Will you be turned away at the gates if you’re not dressed like you’ve just crawled out of the grave? Of course not! We encourage our ghouls and gals to come let their spooky side out because Ghost Festival is the perfect place to do it in! Just keep it safe, family-friendly in roaming areas, and maybe leave any real or replica weapons at home. We’ve still got the little ones to think about!
What’s included in the free entry?
Entry. You’ll get access to live entertainment, roaming performers, spooky markets, themed stalls, and the general festival atmosphere. Food, drinks, and special experiences are purchased separately.
Is it cashless?
Most stalls accept card or contactless payments, but we recommend bringing a little cash just in case.
Will there be food and drinks?
Yes; expect plenty of food stalls, themed eats, cocktails, and festival favourites throughout The Rocks.
Can I get there by public transport?
Yes! The Rocks is easily accessible by train, bus, and ferry. Circular Quay is the closest transport hub.
We strongly recommend public transport as parking is limited.
What if it rains?
The festival goes ahead rain or shine. Some experiences are indoors, others outdoors, so bring a jacket or umbrella if the forecast looks spooky.
For Ghost Cinema customers, if your session is rained out on-site, please email us so we can sort a resolution.
I bought tickets, but the time has changed, what do I do?
We generally send an email out prior to the movie’s scheduled time to inform all booked customers about this update. Make sure to check your spam/junk folders and even the experience page to check the updated times.
Your ticket might still show the original time, but the updated schedule on the website is correct. Please attend at the new time we’ve communicated.
Can I get walk-in tickets?
The demand for Ghost Festival is always high, and many of our headline experiences have a history of selling out well before opening night. Booking early is the best way to make sure you secure your spot and avoid disappointment.
Walk-ins are always possible, but never guaranteed.
Can I bring kids? Are there age restrictions?
The general consensus is… yes! But check out the guidelines below so no one’s spooked out of their skins:
EXPERIENCE
AGE RESTRICTION
House of Horror
18+
Murder Mystery Party and/or MurderBar
18+
Ghost Cinema
Dependent on movie rating, parents’ discretion
Haunted Woods
All ages
Halloween Market
All ages
Halloween Market
All ages
Sydney's Halloween Street Festival
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29 OCT — 1 NOV · THE ROCKS, SYDNEY
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When to Haunt us
Operating Hours
29 October - 1 November, 2026
The Rocks, Sydney
Thursday, 29 October
4:00pm — 11:00pm
Friday, 30 October
4:00pm — 11:00pm
Saturday, 31 October
4:00pm — 11:00pm
Sunday, 1 November
4:00pm — 11:00pm
Before you arrive
Frequently asked questions
When and where is this happening?
Ghost Festival runs Thursday, 29 October to Sunday, 1 November 2026 at The Rocks, Sydney. 4:00pm — 11:00pm, everyday!
Do I need tickets?
Most of the festival is free! If you just want to stop, shop, and eat, you don’t need tickets to join the fun!
But, for our two ticketed experiences, yes, you do!
Tickets are non-refundable, but free session transfers are available with at least 48 hours’ notice — email us and we’ll move you.
Is there a dress code?
You won’t be turned away for looking like you crawled out of the grave — we encourage it. Just keep it safe and family-friendly in roaming areas, and leave any real or replica weapons at home.
What's included in the free entry?
Live entertainment, roaming performers, spooky markets, themed stalls, and the general festival atmosphere. Food, drinks, and special experiences are purchased separately.
Will there be food and drinks?
Plenty — themed eats, cocktails, and festival favourites throughout The Rocks.
Can I get there by public transport?
Yes. The Rocks is easily reached by train, bus, and ferry, with Circular Quay as the closest hub. Public transport is strongly recommended, as parking is limited.
What if it rains?
The festival goes ahead rain or shine — some experiences are indoors, others outdoors, so bring a jacket or umbrella if the forecast looks spooky. Ghost Cinema guests rained out on-site should email us so we can sort a resolution.
I bought tickets, but the time has changed; what do I do?
We email booked customers ahead of any schedule change — check spam/junk and the experience page for the update. Your ticket may still show the original time, but the website’s schedule is correct, so attend at the newly communicated time.
Can I get walk-in tickets?
Demand is always high and headline experiences have a history of selling out before opening night. Booking early is the best way to secure your spot. Walk-ins are possible, but never guaranteed.
Can I bring kids?
Generally, yes — check the guidelines below so no one’s spooked out of their skin: