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Halloween events in Bay St. Louis

Bay St. Louis does Halloween properly: haunted houses that actually scare you, pumpkin patches worth the drive, and trick-or-treat streets the kids talk about all year. Here's what's on — confirmed dates first, then the annual traditions to watch for.

Annual traditions — dates TBA

These happen every year; exact dates are announced closer to the day.

Boo in the Bay Parade - Bay St. Louis Halloween Parade

Dates TBA (Oct 17, 2026 in Old Town Bay St. Louis (seventh annual); free family-friendly parade) · Boo in the Bay Parade More info

Mystic Ghost Rides - Haunted Bayou Cruise

Dates TBA (One-hour narrated boat tours on Bayou Caddy, running day and evening in season and busiest in October; reservations required via the operator) · Mystic Ghost Rides - Haunted Bayou Cruise More info

Mystic Ghost Rides - Spirit Ghost Walking Tour: Haunted History of Bay St. Louis

Dates TBA (90-minute evening walking tours of Old Town Bay St. Louis, meeting at 119 N Beach Blvd; busiest in October) · Mystic Ghost Rides - Spirit Ghost Walking Tour More info

Witches Walk Bay St. Louis - Halloween Street Party

Dates TBA (Oct 24, 2026, 10am-6pm in Old Town Bay St. Louis (14th year); free public street party, contest/game registration was $18 pre-registration through Sep 30 and $25 in person Oct 23-24 per the organizer listing) · Witches Walk Bay St. Louis More info

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Good to know

Haunted houses sell out on the last two weekends — book ahead, don't walk up.
Pumpkin patches are best on weekday mornings: smaller crowds, better light for photos.
Bring cash for the farm stands; card readers and corn mazes don't always mix.
Check age guidance before bringing small kids to a haunt — 'family fright nights' are the gentler pick.

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