Halloween Events in New Mexico 2025 | Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Roswell & More

👻 Albuquerque Halloween Events

• Underwater Pumpkin Carving (ABQ BioPark Aquarium) – Scuba divers carve glowing jack-o’-lanterns inside the big aquarium tank — pumpkins floating among the fish make this a must-see.

• City Parks Trunk-or-Treat (North Domingo Baca Skate Park) – Games, costumes, and plenty of trick-or-treating for local families.
  

• Halloween Party at Town & Ranch (Los Poblanos) – A lively, ticketed evening filled with music, food, and Halloween vibes. 
  

  

• Friday the 31st Halloween Bash (Wool Warehouse) – A high-energy night of live music, dancing, and costumes until midnight.
  
  

💀 Santa Fe Halloween Events

• Día de los Muertos on the Santa Fe Plaza – Celebrate heritage with mariachis, face painting, food vendors, and a community ofrenda. Evening candlelight processions and a screening of Coco make it unforgettable.

• Meow Wolf: The Cosmic Howl – Santa Fe’s immersive art space transforms into a surreal Halloween party with music, lights, and interactive exhibits. (21+, ticketed.)

🎭 Las Cruces & Mesilla Halloween Events

• Rad Retrocade Halloween Party & Costume Contest – Downtown arcade-bar fun with retro games, music, and prizes.
  

🕷️ Roswell Halloween Event

• Grounds of Horror (Eastern NM State Fairgrounds) – A massive multi-level haunted house filled with actors, effects, and immersive scares.

🕸️ Taos Halloween Event

• Taos Halloween Community Event (Plaza) – Trick-or-treating across local shops and the plaza, plus fun costume contests for families.

🎃 Farmington Halloween Event

• Boo-Palooza (Historic Downtown/Orchard Park) – Downtown streets filled with trick-or-treaters, live vendors, and family contests.

🧛 FAQs 

Q: What are the best Halloween events in Albuquerque 2025?
A: Don’t miss Underwater Pumpkin Carving at the ABQ BioPark, ACS Trunk-or-Treat, and the Friday the 31st Bash at Wool Warehouse.

Q: Where can families trick-or-treat safely in New Mexico this Halloween?
A: Family-friendly events include North Domingo Baca Skate Park in Albuquerque, Boo-Palooza in Farmington, and Taos Plaza trick-or-treating.

Q: What is the scariest haunted house in New Mexico 2025?
A: Roswell’s Grounds of Horror at the Eastern NM State Fairgrounds is one of the largest and scariest attractions in the state.

Q: Are there Día de los Muertos events in Santa Fe?
A: Yes! Santa Fe Plaza hosts mariachis, food vendors, candlelight ceremonies, and cultural ofrendas.

✨ Final Thought

Halloween in New Mexico is more than a holiday — it’s a statewide celebration of culture, community, and creativity. From the eerie glow of Roswell’s haunted fairgrounds to the vibrant traditions of Santa Fe, from Albuquerque’s underwater pumpkins to Farmington’s family Boo-Palooza, there’s a thrill for every ghost and ghoul.

So, if you’re wondering “What are the best Halloween events near me in New Mexico this weekend?” — grab your costume and join the enchantment. 🎃👻

📍 About the Author

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