Halloween in Basel

#hellohalloween #basel Nestled on the Rhine where Switzerland, France, and Germany converge, Basel transforms into a spectral wonderland for Halloween. While the city's famed Fasnacht Carnival steals the spotlight in spring, October 31 brings a subtler spook: costumed revelers haunting medieval streets, pumpkin-lit bridges, and riverside haunts. Kick off with the Haunted Beats – Halloween Bash, a pulsating party blending electronic beats and eerie vibes in a historic warehouse (tickets ~CHF 30). Families flock to Freaky Friday at Steinentorstrasse for kid-friendly tricks and treats, or the KinderDisco Halloween Party at Mosquito Strandbar across the border in Hügelsheim—dancing ghosts by the Erländersee. Indulge in a Halloween Brunch at ILS Basel (Oct 31, reservations needed), savoring fondue chinoise amid jack-o'-lanterns. For thrills, join a ghost tour through the Altstadt's cobblestones, whispering tales of alchemists and plagues. Pub crawls snake from Marktplatz to Kleinbasel, with themed cocktails at spots like Bar Rouge. Cap the night on a Halloween Party Ship sailing the Rhine at 20:00 from Bürkliplatz—costumes mandatory, views of glowing Basel Minster included. With mild autumn air and multicultural flair, Basel's Halloween is intimate yet electric. Dress to impress and embrace the Rhine's ghostly glow!