Halloween in Breckenridge

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 for spooky season. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities or happening nightlife, here’s your guide to Halloween in Breckenridge, from horse rides to pumpkin patches, 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 & History Tours

Breckenridge is rooted in its past and boasts one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. Join the Tombstone Tales Tour with Breckenridge History and learn about people buried in Breckenridge from all walks of life: miners, family members young and old, wealthy and poor. Or, join an affordable guided historic tour or hike 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!

PUMPKIN PATCH WAGON RIDES

Hitch a ride on a horse drawn, Amish-hand made wagon with Breckenridge Stables! Enjoy views of the majestic Ten Mile Range and Mt. Baldy while riding approximately 20 minutes to a scenic destination. Hop off the wagon and go find a pumpkin included in your experience. Enjoy good company, take pictures, and maybe see wildlife next to a pond while picking the perfect pumpkin to take home. Once the selection of pumpkin has been made, hop back in the wagon to enjoy another approximately 20 minutes back to the Clubhouse. Warm blankets will be provided.

The Haunting of Breckenridge

A haunted house in a mountain town? You betcha! 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!

Country Boy Mine Tours

Head just 2 miles outside town to the historic and restored Country Boy Mine, which offers underground mine tours and even gold panning! In the midst of the majestic Rocky Mountains, the Country Boy Mine was one of the largest and most famous gold mines in Breckenridge, Colorado. Today, enjoy the many activities the mine has to offer. Gold pan, pet the burros, slide down the 55 foot ore chute, explore the authentic mine site, view the exhibits and equipment that were used in the mine and visit the general store.

Breck Film’s FRIGHT NIGHTS

Head to the Eclipse Theater in Breckenridge for FRIGHT NIGHTS this Halloween. Four spooky tales, some of the whole family, others for grown-ups. Fright Nights are now through the end of the month. Check our the schedule, costume contest, and get your tickets here!