What to do this Halloween in Breckenridge
It’s one of the best times of the year in Breckenridge. Carved pumpkins and spider webs decorate doorsteps, the brisk October air gets the stoke high for ski season, pumpkin spiced lattes and hot cider are easy to find at Breckenridge’s local coffee shops, and everyone is excited to show off their new Halloween costumes. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities or happening nightlife, here’s your guide to Halloween in Breckenridge, from local events, haunted houses , ghost tours, trick-or-treating and more!
Breckenridge Ghost Tours & Haunted History
Haunted tours are quite the hit during October in Breckenridge but are available year-round for anyone looking for a little history and a good scare.
BRECKENRIDGE GHOST TOURS & History Tours
Breckenridge is rooted in its past and boasts one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. Create memories with affordable guided historic tours and hikes, and enjoy free, family-friendly museums operated by Breckenridge History and Breckenridge Tours. Visit their web sites for a full list of activities, events, museums and tours in Breckenridge.
Events and Festivals this Halloween in Breckenridge
Join BreckCreate for a 3-day Dia De Los Muertos Celebration!
Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival
Join us for the annual Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival featuring small-batch distillers, artisan spirit seminars, a spirited cooking class, ghost tours, scavenger hunts, fine local cuisine and of course, plenty of sampling. Meet the distillers and taste the creations of 40 distillers Saturday night at the main event, the Still on the Hill Grand Tasting!
The Haunting of Breck Theater
Head over to the Breckenridge Backstage Theater for a a new Halloween experience for the whole family! Enjoy a live immersive Haunted House and storytelling, get crafty with Halloween themed activities to take home, festive photo opportunities, spooky cocktails and more. Halloween costumes are encouraged!
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
Dia De Los Muertos, or “Day of the Dead,” is a multi-day, traditional Mexican holiday celebrating ancestors and loved ones who’ve passed. This is not a day of sadness, but a day where the dead come alive to celebrate with family and friends, and to come together support one another’s spiritual journeys.
Join BreckCreate for a celebration filled with arts and crafts, live performances, featured installations, face painting and more. Learn about new cultures and traditions, right here in Breckenridge!
More Ways to get in the Halloween Spirit
William H. Milner tombstone located in Breckenridge, CO.
Escape Rooms
Seek clues, solve unique puzzles, answer questions and work together to try to escape! These all-age friendly Breckenridge-themed rooms consist of stories, decorations and technology to immerse you in a fun game for all. You’ll have 60-minutes to complete each of your adventures! This is a great bonding activity for families, friends, date nights, bachelorette, bachelor or birthday parties, co-workers and teammates. Try the Paranormal Mystery of Breckenridge room, perfect for Halloween!
Have you picked up your Breckenridge Dining Passport yet? Before you head out to the local restaurants, stores or coffee shops, head over to the Breckenridge Welcome Center to purchase your fall dining passport for deals and specials around town.
Breckenridge in October


Embrace The Spirit
BLike Breckenridge™️ is a movement born of the spirit of our historic mountain town for those who call it home—whether for a weekend or a lifetime—to live by. It is a cause that connects us to each other, that we can all be a part of.