Every October, Singapore puts on a spooktacular show and 2025 is no different. Halloween in Singapore blends community tradition with official thrills across Sentosa, Haw Par Villa, and local estates.
You’ll find haunted houses, family-friendly fun, and neighborhood trick-or-treating pumped with festive spirit usually without actual tricksters.
This article breaks it all down with clear details on dates, times, routes (where they exist), and how to join in. Think of it as your no-nonsense guide to this year’s witches, ghouls, and ghostly fun so you don’t have to waste time hunting through pages.
Halloween in Singapore 2025 | Dates, Events, Routes
| Event | Dates | Time | Location | Quick Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halloween Horror Nights 13 | 26 Sep – 1 Nov 2025 | ~7:00 pm – 12:00 am | Universal Studios, Sentosa | Haunted houses, scare zones, live shows |
| Haw Ror Villa 4! | Select nights: 3–31 Oct + 1 Nov 2025 | 6:00 pm – 12:00 am | Haw Par Villa, Pasir Panjang | Final edition, 3 scare zones, interactive tour |
| Woodgrove Estate Trick-or-Treat | 31 Oct 2025 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Woodgrove Estate, Woodlands | Community-driven, neighborhood only |
| Sembawang Estate | 31 Oct 2025 (details vary) | Evening | Sembawang Estate | Resident-run décor and treats |
| Minion Monsters mini-parade (family) | Sep–Oct 2025 | Park hours | USS, Sentosa | Family-friendly mini-parade and games |
Halloween Horror Nights 13 – USS, Sentosa
This is the big one, folks. Universal Studios Singapore revs up for 18 nights of full-throttle horror from 26 September to 1 November.
Expect haunted houses based on Stranger Things, The Unruly Immortals, Singapore’s Most Haunted: Build to Horror, and Death Whisperer, plus two spine-chilling scare zones The Realm of Yokai and The FEARground.
Live shows Dare or Die Live! and Once Upon a Time…to Die ramp up the theatrics. I’m not exaggerating when I say this is horror on steroids. Tickets aren’t cheap around SGD 68–78 and express passes for skipping lines can push you to SGD 99-129. If you go, wear comfy shoes and maybe bring a friend to scream with.
Haw Ror Villa 4! – Haw Par Villa
This year swan song for one of Singapore’s most creative Halloween setups. Running 13 nights between 3 October and 1 November, you’ll explore three interactive scare zones.
There’s a cult hideout, a ghost detective tour, and a puzzle hunt in Hell’s Museumeven a coffin you can lie in if your heart’s up for it. Entry is SGD 55 for adults, and it’s a local favorite with spooky Asian folklore flair.
Neighborhood Trick-or-Treat: Woodgrove and Sembawang
Here’s the sweet, low-budget version: on 31 October, Woodgrove Estate in Woodlands opens its streets to trick-or-treaters from 6:30 to 9:30 pm.
No mega production just neighbors, candy, and costume envy in spades. Sembawang does something similar, though details are often announced in local Facebook or WhatsApp groups.
What Surprise “Parade” Elements Exist?
If you were hoping for a big “Halloween Parade” like NYC, let me stop you there. Singapore doesn’t host city-scale Halloween parades.
That said, Universal Studios features The Realm of Yokai scare zone that conjures a ghostly demon procession creepy enough to feel like a mini parade.
How to Attend Halloween Horror Nights 13
You just book a ticket for Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights 13 and turn up simple enough.
Tickets cost around SGD 68–78, and upgrading to Express Pass (SGD 99–129) saves you from screaming in slow queues. Reservations sell out fast, so grab them early this is horror tourism, not mild manners.
Official shuttle buses run from VivoCity station; parking enters a black-hole price zone, so public transit is your friend. Wear comfy shoes you’ll walk more than you scream (maybe).
How to Join Haw Ror Villa 4!
Haw Par Villa’s Halloween bash is intimate. You buy a ticket (~SGD 55), show up during the evening, and follow your nose to three spooky zones.
Pre-booking is smart: folk tell me nights fill quickly when you mix folklore, puzzles, and public curiosity. Dress comfortably you’ll walk, crouch, maybe laugh nervously in a faux-coffin. Skip heels unless you’re into “my ankles hate me” style infamy.
Neighborhood Trick-or-Treat (Woodgrove & Sembawang)
On Halloween night (31 Oct), Woodgrove Estate gears up for door-to-door treats between 6:30 and 9:30 pm. No centralized parade, but fabulously low-key, neighbor-powered candy runs just you, your costume, and the brave souls answering the door.
Sembawang follows similar vibes estate Facebook groups are where the details drop. Keep eyes peeled in early October; local announcements pop up like pumpkin spice ads.
Best Viewing & Participation Tips
For Horror Nights, use Express Passes to dodge lines and catch more scares. Head to haunted houses early; zone crowds thin out before 9 pm. Plot a plan: one house, then a live show, then scare zone repeat until you’re done.
At Haw Par Villa, start with the puzzle hunt while you’re sharp, then enjoy zone theatrics after. Pick weekdays if you can crowds shrink, queues disappear, and you actually get your game face on.
For neighborhood routes, bring a small flashlight and say “trick or treat!” with gusto parents say the most costumed kids score double candy.
Where to Watch for Mini-Parade-Like Moments
No official parade exists, but at Horror Nights the Yokai scare zone feels like a roving demon march. Stand near the entrance of that zone around 8 pm lighting improves and the crowd gathers, so photos pop without elbow fights.
At Haw Par Villa, queue lines often include actors in character wandering around.
Stick near the start of each zone they’re not choreographed, but you still get a bit of processional drama.
What If You Don’t Want Full-Blown Scares?
Feel like skipping the jump-scares but still want some festive fun? USS’s daytime “Trick or Thrills” mini-parade and family shows run from 12 September to 2 November. You get costumed characters, themed games, and photo ops without the heart-slamming terror.
Haw Par Villa runs guided tours that are more spooky-curious than heart-attack-inducing. Neighborhood trick-or-treating is pure sugar fun sometimes that’s just what your soul (and your dentist) ordered.
Getting to Singapore’s Halloween Hotspots
If you’re flying in, Changi Airport is your entry point and yes, it’s as gorgeous as people say. From there, hop on the MRT to HarbourFront for Sentosa or Haw Par Villa station for Haw Ror Villa.
If you’re staying local, the MRT and buses are far better than dealing with Singapore’s limited parking. Grab an EZ-Link card saves you from digging coins like it’s 1995.
Where to Stay for Easy Access
For USS Halloween Horror Nights, Sentosa hotels like Resorts World Sentosa put you steps from the scares. Budget-friendly? Stay in HarbourFront or Chinatown quick MRT hop, lower rates.
Haw Par Villa visitors can pick hotels along the Circle Line MRT for a short train ride.
For Woodgrove trick-or-treating, a northern Singapore Airbnb will save travel time.
Costumes & 2025 Trends
This year, Asian horror themes are huge think folklore spirits, yokai masks, and classic Pontianak vibes. You’ll also spot Netflix-inspired costumes like Stranger Things Demogorgons and Squid Game guards.
My tip? Wear something breathable. Singapore’s humidity doesn’t care how epic your outfit is. Lightweight fabrics + good makeup = you still look alive at midnight.
Eating & Drinking While You Party
USS and Sentosa restaurants go all-in for Halloween black burgers, pumpkin desserts, and blood-red drinks. Food courts nearby at VivoCity offer cheaper, air-conditioned relief before or after the event.
Haw Par Villa doesn’t have a huge F&B lineup, but Pasir Panjang eateries are minutes away. For Woodgrove and Sembawang, grab snacks before heading in once you’re trick-or-treating, food options are basically candy.
Safety & Event Rules
USS and Haw Par Villa both have bag checks leave toy weapons that look too real at home. Alcohol is sold in some venues but drink responsibly security doesn’t tolerate rowdy guests.
For kids, keep costumes comfortable and avoid masks that block vision. In estates, stick to well-lit streets and cross only at pedestrian points this is still Singapore traffic.
Photography & Social Media Tips
If you want great photos at Horror Nights, aim for the first two hours makeup and props still look fresh. Avoid flash unless you’re fine with washing out atmospheric lighting.
For Haw Par Villa, golden hour (just before sunset) gives creepy-beautiful shadows.
Check official hashtags USS pushes #HHN13SG, while Haw Par Villa’s event uses #HawRorVilla.
Why Halloween in Singapore is Worth the Trip
Singapore doesn’t just copy Western Halloween it blends global pop culture with rich Asian folklore. That mix gives you haunted houses inspired by Netflix and scare zones rooted in local legends.
Whether you’re into high-budget frights at Universal Studios, quirky scares at Haw Par Villa, or family candy hunts in quiet estates, there’s a niche for you.
And yes, the weather is warm so at least you’re not freezing in costume.
Conclusion
Halloween in Singapore might not have a giant city parade, but it packs a ton of variety. You can jump from big-budget theme park scares to intimate folklore-driven haunts in the same week.
If you’re here on 31 October, split your day: family-friendly treats in the afternoon, and full-scale frights at night. Trust me, by midnight you’ll have a camera roll full of costumes, haunted scenes, and possibly a few candy wrappers.
And if you’ve got a killer costume idea or photos from past years drop them in the comments. I’d love to see how you outdo the scare actors.
FAQs
No city-wide parade, but USS’s Yokai scare zone feels like a mini moving procession.
Yes for USS and Haw Par Villa, no for neighborhood trick-or-treats.
Gates open 7 pm arrive by 6:30 pm to beat entry queues.
At USS, yes for visitors just avoid realistic weapons. At Haw Par Villa, comfortable costumes work best.
Yes for daytime events and estate trick-or-treating. Horror Nights is best for teens/adults.
Warm and humid expect 26–30°C with possible rain. Plan breathable outfits.