16 Best Halloween Bars in Toronto (Black Lagoon & More)

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When October hits, Toronto turns into a city of cobwebs, cauldrons, and killer cocktails. If you’re into eerie pop-ups, haunted lounges, or full-blown costume parties, the best Halloween bars in Toronto are where spooky season truly comes alive. From blood-red martinis to gothic décor that’s straight out of your favorite horror flick, here’s where to sip, scream, and celebrate Halloween in style.

Here are 16 Halloween bars / pop-up cocktail experiences around Toronto to keep your spooky season spirited:

Note: Details like hours, ticket prices, and event themes may change—always check the official pages before heading out.

Best Halloween Bars in Toronto That You Must Check Out

Black Lagoon Pop-Up at The Walrus Pub

Probably the most hyped spooky cocktail event in Toronto. Black Lagoon takes over Walrus Pub with skulls, occult motifs, coffin seating, and an expertly crafted menu of eerie drinks. It’s polished, theatrical, and totally Instagrammable.

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  • Price: $$
  • Date: October 1- 31
  • Location: Walrus Pub & Beer Hall, 187 Bay Street, Toronto 
  • Contact: www.freehouse.co/locations/walrus | 1 416-363-7261 |  hello@freehouse.co 
  • Pro Tip: Weeknights are less crowded. Reserve in advance if the option’s open.

Hellbar at Offworld

Photo via @hellbartoronto and @offworldbar / Instagram

Hellbar is the underworld come to life. Offworld flips its space-bar identity into something demonic: skulls, smoky lighting, tarot, and devilish cocktails. 

  • Price: $$
  • Date: October 15 – November 1
  • Location: 739 Queen Street West, Toronto 
  • Contact: www.offworldbar.com/hellbar | 416 603 2626 | info@hellbar.ca 
  • Pro Tip: No cover, but reservations strongly advised. Try their ghost-pepper meatball roulette if you dare.

Storm Crow Manor

A longtime fan favorite, Storm Crow leans into its “haunted house party” energy on Halloween. Secret rooms, themed cocktails, DJs, and moody ambiance make it a go-to when you want more than just “bar with decor.” 

  • Price: $$
  • Date: October 31
  • Location: 580 Church St, Toronto 
  • Contact: www.stormcrow.com | 416-367-2769 | manor@stormcrow.com 
  • Pro Tip: For the full effect, hit it early on Oct 31 so you can wander before the crowd peaks.

The Burton Experience at Novotel Toronto Centre

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For the gothic whimsy crowd: think Beetlejuice, Wednesday Addams energy, surreal cocktail theater, and whimsical spook. It’s a pop-up that leans heavily into style and surprises. 

The Nightmare Before Bar at Crafty Coyote

This pop-up blends Burton vibes with interactive fun: scavenger hunts, games, cinematics, and theatrical cocktails. Entry is for a timed session (90 mins or so) that includes a drink and snack. 

  • Price: $$$ 
  • Location: CC Lounge, 45 Front Street E, Toronto
  • Contact: www.thenightmarebars.com 
  • Pro Tip: Weekends get busy. Book in advance and arrive early. Revised because it will happen at cc lounge.

Legends of Horror at Casa Loma + Midway Bar / BlueBloods

Photo via @casalomatoronto / Instagram

This one’s more than a bar—it’s a haunted walk through a castle. After the scare tour, you can chill with cocktails at the Midway Bar or BlueBloods. 

  • Price: $$–$$$ (event + drink)
  • Date: October 4 – November 1
  • Location: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto
  • Contact: https://casaloma.ca/project/legends-of-horror  | (416) 923-1171 | info@casaloma.ca 
  • Pro Tip: Grab a morning or early-evening slot to avoid lines. Use the bars after as a low-key cooldown.

Dinner With a Psychic at Constantine

On Halloween Eve, Constantine runs a multi-course dinner with roaming psychics delivering messages from beyond. It’s spooky, refined, and perfect for those who want a cocktail + mystic twist.

A Murder Mystery Evening at Mossop’s Social House

Cocktails, dinner, and immersive theater: this is the Clue party you didn’t know you needed. Dress up, sip, and solve. 

Lavelloween Night Rooftop at Lavelle

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Photo via @nightlifetoronto / Instagram

If rooftop live-music + poolside booze + Halloween costumes sound like your scene, Lavelle’s “Lavelloween” is the ticket. Think dad-joke costumes, a sunken pool DJ set, and a spooky party atmosphere.

  • Price: $$
  • Location: Lavelle, 627 King Street West, Toronto 
  • Contact: https://chezlavelle.com | 647-347-9353 | reservations@chezlavelle.com 
  • Pro Tip: Dress warmly (especially for rooftop views at night), arrive early for skyline photos, and review guest list rules.

Forbidden Halloween Party — Bar Dem

If you want something more underground, Bar Dem runs a “Forbidden Halloween Party” with DJs, costume prizes, and themed cocktails.

  • Price: $$
  • Date: October 31
  • Location: Bar Dem, Behind Dzo Viet Eatery, 308 Dundas St W, Toronto
  • Contact: @bardemto
  • Pro Tip: Costume prizes often happen early, so show early. Check for entry policy (age, cover, etc.).

Function Bar + Kitchen

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Photo via @functionbarto / Instagram

Located in Midtown, this bar transforms into a haunted hideaway for a few nights with live music, costumes, and cocktails. 

  • Price: $$ 
  • Date: October 30 – November 1
  • Location: 2291 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 2C6
  • Contact: www.functionbar.ca | (416) 440-4007 | info@functionbar.ca 
  • Pro Tip: Perfect for groups who want Halloween energy without the downtown chaos.

The Pint / Front & John Bar Crawl Events

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Photo via clubcrawlers.com

This one is more of a crawl than a single haunt, but The Pint often hosts costumed routes and themed nights around spooky season. Great for groups. 

Halloween Club / Lounge Nights (e.g., Fiction, Oria After Dark, Ultra Violet)

Several lounges and club bars (like Fiction, Oria After Dark, Ultra Violet) host full-blown Halloween takeovers: themed decor, DJs, cocktails, and crowds. You’ll see listings pop up closer to the date. (Not always permanent) 

  • Price: $$
  • Location: Ultraviolet, 1096 Queen St W, Toronto
  • Contact: www.uvtoronto.com | 416 240 0168 | info@uvtoronto.com 
  • Pro Tip: Watch Instagram/TikTok in late September for announcements. RSVP early for guest list perks.

Haunted Ballroom at Old Mill Toronto

This historic spot gets a supernatural glow-up — DJ sets, costume contests, themed drinks, and a gothic ballroom setup.

Upscale Hotel Halloween Lounges (1 Hotel)

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For those who prefer glamour to gore, hotels like 1 Hotel Toronto host stylish Halloween cocktail nights — elegant, candlelit, and great for date night.

  • Price: $$
  • Date: October 30
  • Location: 1 Hotel Toronto, 550 Wellington Street W. Toronto
  • Contact: www./toronto/do/events/beyond-the-woods-night-1 | 1 833 624 0111
  • Pro Tip: Call ahead a few days before to check theme status (some hotels don’t run every year).

There you go—a mix of immersive pop-ups, haunted lounges, rooftop fright nights, and bar crawls to map your spooky bar-hopping route across Toronto. 

Planning a full spooky season?

Don’t stop at the bar crawl — check out my guide to the Best Halloween Events in Toronto 2025 for haunted walks, themed parties, and epic citywide celebrations.

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