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See you this 2026
- 29 Oct — 1 Nov, 2026
Free entry
- The Rocks, Sydney
4-DAY HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL IN THE ROCKS
This Halloween, the many ghosts of The Rocks will transform the old quarter into their haunted playground — wild parties, immersive experiences, and street shows across four fright-filled nights.
Expect epic costumes, DJ performances, and out-of-this-world food and cocktail creations.
Free for all!
The dead don’t rest… and they’ve got plans for The Rocks!
Keep scrolling... if you dare
POLIAKOV HAUNTED WOODS
A Treat for the Stomach & the Eye
Handmade potions, sweet treats and curious creations from some of Sydney’s most bewitching makers. It’s a space where the dead come to eat, drink and shop, and where every corner hides a little magic.
- First Fleet Park & Tallawoladah Lawns
Ticketed
TRICK OR DRINK
Five Bars. Five Villages. One Haunted Crawl.
Gather your coven and set out on Sydney’s ultimate Halloween cocktail trail. Trick or Drink is a four-stop crawl through The Rocks, each themed around an iconic horror legend and each serving a devilishly different creation.
Your ticket unlocks four chilling tastings: twisted cocktails, haunted settings, and eerie atmospheres waiting at every bar. Wander the cobblestones, follow the trail, and drink your way through Ghost in The Rocks with friends at your side and spirits in your glass.
- The Rocks
Ticketed
POLIAKOV HAUNTED WOODS
A Treat for the Stomach & the Eye
Handmade potions, sweet treats and curious creations from some of Sydney’s most bewitching makers. It’s a space where the dead come to eat, drink and shop, and where every corner hides a little magic.
- First Fleet Park & Tallawoladah Lawns
Ticketed
TRICK OR DRINK
Five Bars. Five Villages. One Haunted Crawl.
Gather your coven and set out on Sydney’s ultimate Halloween cocktail trail. Trick or Drink is a four-stop crawl through The Rocks, each themed around an iconic horror legend and each serving a devilishly different creation.
Your ticket unlocks four chilling tastings: twisted cocktails, haunted settings, and eerie atmospheres waiting at every bar. Wander the cobblestones, follow the trail, and drink your way through Ghost in The Rocks with friends at your side and spirits in your glass.
- The Rocks
Ticketed
THE DARK DINNER
Taste the Night. Fear the Unknown.
Dine with the dead in a chillingly elegant setting where every flicker of candlelight holds a secret. The Dark Dinner is an immersive four-course feast paired with haunting wines, unfolding as a story that pulls you deeper into the shadows.
Each dish is decadent, each sip sinister, but nothing is quite as it seems. Keep your senses sharp, because here, even dinner comes with a twist.
- Sailors Home Sydney
Ticketed
Ghost Cinema
WATCH THE SCREEN... BUT WATCH YOUR BACK!
Settle into a deckchair under the stars for an immersive outdoor horror movie experience like no other. Expect cult classics, live performers, immersive soundscapes, and more than a few moments that’ll have you watching over your shoulder.
- Cadmans Cottage
Ticketed
Ireland’s Halloween Art Dark Trial
Stories carved in shadow and light, from Ireland, the Home of Halloween
For two hauntingly beautiful weeks, Circular Quay transforms into an open-air gallery celebrating the true home of Halloween, born from Ireland’s ancient festival of Samhain. Follow the trail and uncover the tales from the Home of Halloween, where myths linger, art awakens, and nothing is quite as it seems.
- Circular Quay Promenade & The Rocks
Free Entry
THE DARK DINNER
Taste the Night. Fear the Unknown.
Dine with the dead in a chillingly elegant setting where every flicker of candlelight holds a secret. The Dark Dinner is an immersive four-course feast paired with haunting wines, unfolding as a story that pulls you deeper into the shadows.
Each dish is decadent, each sip sinister, but nothing is quite as it seems. Keep your senses sharp, because here, even dinner comes with a twist.
- Sailors Home Sydney
Ticketed
Ghost Cinema
WATCH THE SCREEN... BUT WATCH YOUR BACK!
Settle into a deckchair under the stars for an immersive outdoor horror movie experience like no other. Expect cult classics, live performers, immersive soundscapes, and more than a few moments that’ll have you watching over your shoulder.
- Cadmans Cottage
Ticketed
Ireland’s Halloween Art Dark Trial
Stories carved in shadow and light, from Ireland, the Home of Halloween
For two hauntingly beautiful weeks, Circular Quay transforms into an open-air gallery celebrating the true home of Halloween, born from Ireland’s ancient festival of Samhain. Follow the trail and uncover the tales from the Home of Halloween, where myths linger, art awakens, and nothing is quite as it seems.
- Circular Quay Promenade & The Rocks
Free Entry
HOUSE OF HORROR
Party in a Real Haunted House
The House of Horrors Party is back after selling out last year, This multi-level haunted house turned techno temple, complete with four themed rooms, 3 live DJs sets, and endless fun and scares.
- 47 George Street
Ticketed
MURDER MYSTERY PARTY
MURDER, MYSTERY AND MIXOLOGY
Some bars pour cocktails. This one pours secrets. Hidden deep in The Rocks, a clandestine bar invites the bold to sip on sinister concoctions while unraveling a murder that creeps closer with every clue.
Every drink is a clue, every shadow hides a suspect. Sip dangerously delightful cocktails while whispers of the past echo around you. But beware… the killer could be closer than you think. Will you solve the crime before night falls?
- 43 George Street
Ticketed
POLIAKOV MAIN STAGE
THE POLIAKOV VODKA MAIN STAGE AT THE HAUNTED WOODS
The Poliakov Vodka Main Stage keeps the party pulsing with live DJ sets, monster beats, and a crowd dancing like they’ve made a deal with the devil. Slide up to the Vodka Bar where crazy scientists are serving chilling cocktails as your only way to survive the night.
- First Fleet Park
Free Entry
HOUSE OF HORROR
Party in a Real Haunted House
The House of Horrors Party is back after selling out last year, This multi-level haunted house turned techno temple, complete with four themed rooms, 3 live DJs sets, and endless fun and scares.
- 47 George Street
Ticketed
MURDER MYSTERY PARTY
MURDER, MYSTERY AND MIXOLOGY
Some bars pour cocktails. This one pours secrets. Hidden deep in The Rocks, a clandestine bar invites the bold to sip on sinister concoctions while unraveling a murder that creeps closer with every clue.
Every drink is a clue, every shadow hides a suspect. Sip dangerously delightful cocktails while whispers of the past echo around you. But beware… the killer could be closer than you think. Will you solve the crime before night falls?
- 43 George Street
Ticketed
POLIAKOV MAIN STAGE
THE POLIAKOV VODKA MAIN STAGE AT THE HAUNTED WOODS
The Poliakov Vodka Main Stage keeps the party pulsing with live DJ sets, monster beats, and a crowd dancing like they’ve made a deal with the devil. Slide up to the Vodka Bar where crazy scientists are serving chilling cocktails as your only way to survive the night.
- First Fleet Park
Free Entry
REESE’S GHOUL’S GATE
SYDNEY'S ULTIMATE LIVE HALLOWEEN COSTUME COMPETITION
- 100-120 George Street
Free entry
Halloween Market
Witches, Wonders & Wicked Finds
Handmade potions, dark chocolate spells and curious creations from some of Sydney’s most bewitching makers. It’s a space where the dead come to eat, drink and shop, and where every corner hides a little magic.
- The Rocks
Free entry
THE CROSSING LANE
CROSS OVER TO YOUR DARK SIDE
Halloween is about transformation and at The Crossing Lane, expert artists will summon your darkest look to life. From monstrous makeovers and blood-drenched zombies to wickedly creative designs, step out of the chair as something not quite human.
Immortalise your inner creature and become anything but ordinary.
- 100-120 George Street
Ticketed
HALLOWEEN PARADE
Sydney’s Ultimate Halloween March
Darkness takes to the streets in the Ghost Festival Halloween Parade, a spine-chilling spectacle of creatures, costumes, and chaos winding through The Rocks.
Join the horde and march as your monstrous self, or watch from the shadows as Sydney’s haunted quarter comes alive with movement, music, and mayhem. This is Halloween on parade.
- Hickson Road Reserve
Free entry
Trick or Treat
LOLLY HUNT IN THE ROCKS
Get ready for Giant Trick or Treat as we bring this iconic Halloween tradition to Sydney! Grab your free ticket, collect your map, and explore The Rocks through participating retailers from morning until evening.
Put on your best costume for a fun-filled adventure and be ready, things might get a little spooky as night falls!
- The Rocks
Ticketed
REESE’S GHOUL’S GATE
SYDNEY'S ULTIMATE LIVE HALLOWEEN COSTUME COMPETITION
- 100-120 George Street
Free entry
Halloween Market
Witches, Wonders & Wicked Finds
Handmade potions, dark chocolate spells and curious creations from some of Sydney’s most bewitching makers. It’s a space where the dead come to eat, drink and shop, and where every corner hides a little magic.
- The Rocks
Free entry
THE CROSSING LANE
CROSS OVER TO YOUR DARK SIDE
Halloween is about transformation and at The Crossing Lane, expert artists will summon your darkest look to life. From monstrous makeovers and blood-drenched zombies to wickedly creative designs, step out of the chair as something not quite human.
Immortalise your inner creature and become anything but ordinary.
- 100-120 George Street
Ticketed
HALLOWEEN PARADE
Sydney’s Ultimate Halloween March
Darkness takes to the streets in the Ghost Festival Halloween Parade, a spine-chilling spectacle of creatures, costumes, and chaos winding through The Rocks.
Join the horde and march as your monstrous self, or watch from the shadows as Sydney’s haunted quarter comes alive with movement, music, and mayhem. This is Halloween on parade.
- Hickson Road Reserve
Free entry
Trick or Treat
LOLLY HUNT IN THE ROCKS
Get ready for Giant Trick or Treat as we bring this iconic Halloween tradition to Sydney! Grab your free ticket, collect your map, and explore The Rocks through participating retailers from morning until evening.
Put on your best costume for a fun-filled adventure and be ready, things might get a little spooky as night falls!
- The Rocks
Ticketed
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First Fleet Park & Tallawoladah Lawns · Free Entry
Poliakov Haunted Woods
A treat for the stomach, and the eye
SPOOKY FEASTS AND SCARY DRINKS
WITH LIVE SHOWS
A ring of haunted wood cabins serves up freakishly good eats from favourites like Messina, Gong Cha, and other spooky culinary creators — each dish crafted to thrill both your tastebuds and your Instagram feed.
At the centre of it all, the Poliakov Vodka Main Stage keeps the party pulsing with live DJ sets, monster beats, and a crowd dancing like they’ve made a deal with the devil. Slide up to the Vodka Bar where mad scientists are serving chilling cocktails as your only way to survive the night.
Whether you’re here for the food, the drinks, or the after-dark energy, Poliakov’s Haunted Woods is where Halloween tastes its best.
Thursday, 29 October
TBA
Friday, 30 October
TBA
Saturday, 31 October
TBA
Sunday, 1 November
TBA
- First Fleet Park & Tallawoladah Lawns
Free entry
Food Village
20+ Halloween-Themed Food Stalls
Spooky treats, devilish desserts, and creepy culinary creations you won’t find anywhere else — every stall built to thrill both your tastebuds and your feed.
Poliakov Vodka Bar
Run By Mad Scientists & Ghostly Doctors
Theatrical drinks built for the occasion — syringe shots, blood bag cocktails, and icy Poliakov vodka creations. The colder, the badder.
Poliakov Main Stage
DJs & Bands Blasting Beats Until Late
The Poliakov Vodka Main Stage keeps the night alive, making the Haunted Woods as much a party as it is a feast.
Haunting Encounters
Beware of Cold Ghosts Roaming the Grounds
Frozen spirits and eerie characters bring the haunted atmosphere to life — keep one eye on your plate, and one over your shoulder.
What You Can Expect
This Year's Vendor Lineup
Over 20 stalls in the Food Village — here’s a taste of who’s cooking.
Gong Cha Bubble Tea
Halloween-themed bubble tea creations
The Pizzageist by AMI Pizza
Wood-fired Halloween specials
Gelato Messina
Blood Shot, Death Stare & Mr Pumpkin Head
Free entry.
Endless spooky bites.
Thursday–Sunday, 30 Oct – 2 Nov, at First Fleet Park & Tallawoladah Lawns. No ticket needed — just an appetite for the unusual.
The Rocks · Ticketed
Trick or Drink
The Ultimate Halloween Cocktail Crawl
The Ultimate Halloween Cocktail Crawl
Gather your crew, face the challenge, and sip on spooky cocktails like never before. Trick or Drink is Sydney’s ultimate Halloween crawl and game night, designed for solo adventurers or groups of up to 8 friends ready to take on the night.
Thursday, 29 October
TBA
Friday, 30 October
TBA
Saturday, 31 October
TBA
Sunday, 1 November
TBA
- The Rocks
Ticketed
How It Works
Four Villages. One Crawl.
Explore four hauntingly themed villages. At each stop, face a challenge that decides whether you survive to sip your cocktail… or if a trick awaits you before your reward.
01
Zombie Apocalypse
Survive the horde to earn your first sip.
02
Abandoned Asylum
Escape the ward before your cocktail escapes you.
03
The Slaughter Bar
A challenge with real bite before the reward.
04
The Ouija Bar
Let the spirits decide your final round.
Experience FAQ
Before You Crawl
How does it work?
You’ll be given your very own Trick or Drink passport, which gets stamped at each bar you visit. Once you’ve hit all the stops, your ghostly crawl is complete. There’s no strict time limit, so sip, savour, and haunt at your own pace — but no circling back for extra “spirits,” our bartenders can sense mischief a mile away.
Where do I get my tickets or wristbands?
No need to print anything — just have your tickets ready on your phone and head to the Haunted Woods, located in First Fleet Park and Tallawoladah Lawns. Our team will scan your ticket, hand you your wristband and Trick or Drink passport, and you’re free to begin your spooky sipping adventure.
My ticket doesn't show a time, help!
Don’t panic, that’s not a glitch — it’s just ghostly discretion. Once your ticket is scanned on-site, our team will know exactly which session you’ve booked and guide you accordingly.
Gather your crew.
Face the crawl.
Groups of up to 8 — Thursday to Sunday at The Rocks. Book your session before it’s fully booked out.
The Rocks · Free to Explore
The Haunted Retailers of The Rocks
Shop, wine & dine like it's your last night
During Ghost in The Rocks, The Rocks transforms into a realm of mystery and dark magic — and its retailers join the celebration.
From limited-edition treats and drinks to spellbinding displays, local shops, bars, and restaurants embrace the spirit in their own unique way. Wander through cobblestone lanes and uncover hauntingly creative offerings made just for the festival.
Wander & Discover
This Year's Haunted Retailers
Explore four hauntingly themed villages. At each stop, face a challenge that decides whether you survive to sip your cocktail… or if a trick awaits you before your reward.
DATES
Thu 29 Oct to Sun 1 Nov
Location
Circular Quay Promenade & The Rocks
How It Works
Four Villages. One Crawl.
Explore four hauntingly themed villages. At each stop, face a challenge that decides whether you survive to sip your cocktail… or if a trick awaits you before your reward.
Experience FAQ
Before You Crawl
How does it work?
You’ll be given your very own Trick or Drink passport, which gets stamped at each bar you visit. Once you’ve hit all the stops, your ghostly crawl is complete. There’s no strict time limit, so sip, savour, and haunt at your own pace — but no circling back for extra “spirits,” our bartenders can sense mischief a mile away.
Where do I get my tickets or wristbands?
No need to print anything — just have your tickets ready on your phone and head to the Haunted Woods, located in First Fleet Park and Tallawoladah Lawns. Our team will scan your ticket, hand you your wristband and Trick or Drink passport, and you’re free to begin your spooky sipping adventure.
My ticket doesn't show a time, help!
Don’t panic, that’s not a glitch — it’s just ghostly discretion. Once your ticket is scanned on-site, our team will know exactly which session you’ve booked and guide you accordingly.
Gather your crew.
Face the crawl.
Groups of up to 8 — Thursday to Sunday at The Rocks. Book your session before it’s fully booked out.
Feel The Fears · Dining Experience
The Dark Dinner
by Pony Dining
Taste the Night. Fear the Unknown.
Step into the shadows and take your seat at a one-of-a-kind Halloween dining experience at The Dark Dinner by Pony Dining, which unfolds across three nights, with a themed menu created by Chef Neil Nolan and immersive entertainment each evening. Gather around a long, candlelit table as every course reveals a secret, every bite surprises, and the atmosphere teeters between elegance and eerie suspense.
Thursday, 29 October
TBA
Friday, 30 October
TBA
Saturday, 31 October
TBA
Sunday, 1 November
TBA
- Sailors Home, 106 George St
Ticketed
The Experience
A Halloween night made for thrill-seekers
Ghost Cinema is a Halloween experience made for thrill-seekers, film lovers, and anyone brave enough to face the dark. Set against the historic backdrop of Cadmans Cottage, it’s Sydney’s most haunted place turned into an open-air screening room — for one night only, the movie isn’t the only thing watching you back.
What's Included
Food, Story & Spectacle Collide
Indulge in four decadent shared courses, perfectly paired with a drink package of hauntingly good wines and cocktails. All the while, live music, theatre, and interactive performances weave a story around you, pulling you deeper into a world where the line between dining and drama disappears.
SESSION
Friday, 30 October
7:22 PM – 10:00 PM
VENUE
Sailors Home, 106 George St
What's Included
By your dark chef,
Neil Nolan
From Pony Dining
Amuse-Bouche
Sydney Rock Oyster with Dracula's Blood
Canapés
Blood Moon Parfait Tartlet
Forest Floor Tartlet
Starter
Buried Beetroot & Ghostly Curd
Main Course
Charred Beast — Rangers Valley Rump Cap
Sides to Share
Crisps of the Cauldron
Crypt-Charred Cos
Dessert
Graveyard Tart
Conjured Up By
Pony Dining
Secrets from the
kitchen crypt are out.
Your haunted feast awaits — Friday nights at Sailors Home, 106 George Street. Limited seats around the table.
Cadmans Cottage · THE ROCKS, SYDNEY
Watch the screen, but
Watch your back
Immersive Outdoor Experience
Step into Ghost Cinema at the historic Cadmans Cottage, where classic horror and cult favourites flicker to life in an eerie open-air setting. Creaking floors, candlelit corners, and chilling shadows set the stage as fiction and reality blur around you. Grab spooky snacks and themed cocktails, find your seat, and prepare for a night of goosebumps under The Rocks sky.
Multiple sessions nightly
Snacks & themed cocktails
The Experience
A Halloween night made for thrill-seekers
Ghost Cinema is a Halloween experience made for thrill-seekers, film lovers, and anyone brave enough to face the dark. Set against the historic backdrop of Cadmans Cottage, it’s Sydney’s most haunted place turned into an open-air screening room — for one night only, the movie isn’t the only thing watching you back.
When & Where
Cinema Hours
Cadmans Cottage
Outdoor · The Rocks, Sydney
Thursday, 29 October
TBA
Friday, 30 October
TBA
Saturday, 31 October
TBA
Sunday, 1 November
TBA
This Week's Lineup
Nightly Screenings
SOLD OUT
Thu, 29 Oct · 6:00 PM
Sinners
SOLD OUT
Thu, 29 Oct · 6:00 PM
Sinners
AVAILABLE
Fri, 30 Oct · 6:00 PM
Sinners
SOLD OUT
Fri, 30 Oct · 6:00 PM
Sinners
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29 OCT — 1 NOV · THE ROCKS, SYDNEY
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Contact & FAQ
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?
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.
Is it cashless?
Most stalls accept card or contactless payment, but we recommend carrying a little cash just in case.
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:
