Halloween Happenings in Guelph & Elora

Your guide to the best Halloween events and fall festivities in Guelph and Elora this October.

As spooky season settles over Guelph and the surrounding towns, there’s no better time to embrace the magic (and mischief) of October. From festive markets to family-friendly celebrations, the city comes alive with eerie charm and autumn excitement. Here are a few can’t-miss Halloween events and happenings to add to your October plans in Guelph and nearby Elora.

1. Market Haunt at the Guelph Farmers’ Market

October 25th | 7 PM - 12 AM

2 Gordon Street, Guelph


The Guelph Farmers’ Market transforms into a lively Halloween celebration for one night only! Enjoy local music, dancing, costumes, and delicious food and drinks in a fun, festive atmosphere. With its inclusive sliding-scale ticket model and community focus, Market Haunt is the perfect way to experience Guelph’s spooky spirit. Stay tuned for announcements on featured bands and vendors!

2. Wicked Witches Halloween Market

October 24th | 6 PM – 9 PM

October 25th | 4 PM – 9 PM

Royal Canadian Legion: 57 Watson Parkway S, Guelph


The Wicked Witches Halloween Market is back for two nights of magical mayhem and Halloween fun! Explore over 40 vendors offering handcrafted goods, witchy décor, and mystical treasures, plus psychic readings, costume contests, and safe trick-or-treating for all ages. With themed photo booths, kid-friendly activities, and a Potion Bar serving spooky cocktails and mocktails, this enchanting market is the perfect mix of eerie and elegant — a must-visit for anyone looking to sip, shop, and celebrate the season!

3. Spooktacular Halloween Event at Stone Road Mall

October 25 | 11 AM – 1 PM

Stone Road Mall, Centre Court: 435 Stone Rd W


Stone Road Mall’s Spooktacular Halloween Event brings a day of frightfully fun, family-friendly festivities to Centre Court. The first 800 families will receive a special treat bag, and guests can enjoy appearances from special guests, themed activities, and plenty of photo-worthy moments. Don’t forget to wear your best costume and join in the Halloween fun, sponsored by Specsavers, Kernels Popcorn, and Purdys Chocolatier!

4. Costume Dance Party at the Guelph public Library

October 31 | 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Guelph Public Library: 100 Norfolk Street, Guelph


Celebrate Halloween at the Guelph Main Library’s Costume Dance Party! Little ones can come dressed in their favourite costumes and enjoy music, dancing, a scavenger hunt, and fun seasonal crafts. Designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, this family-friendly event is a playful way to kick off Halloween—no registration required!

5. Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

October 25 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM & 8:45 PM - 9:45 PM
Royal City Mission Church: 50 Quebec St, Guelph


Experience the eerie elegance of Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics at Royal City Mission Church. Surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles, enjoy a live performance by the Listeso String Quartet as they bring hauntingly beautiful renditions of Halloween favourites to life — from Thriller and The Addams Family to The Nightmare Before Christmas. This one-hour concert offers a spellbinding mix of classical mastery and cinematic nostalgia, making it the perfect way to celebrate spooky season in style.

Bonus: Monster Month in Elora

Just a short drive from Guelph, the village of Elora transforms into a Halloween wonderland each October during its annual Monster Month celebration. Running October 1–31, 2025, the town is filled with larger-than-life monster sculptures, themed displays, and spooky surprises around every corner.

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