Bucharest’s largest and most exciting Halloween celebration is back for its third edition from October 24 to October 26, 2025. West Side Hallo Fest will transform the base and promenade area of Lacul Morii (Morii Lake), situated between Mehadia and Cornului streets, into a spooktacular festival ground filled with thrilling experiences for the entire family.
Anyway, Hallo Fest is one of the reasons to plan a Bucharest City Break over similar options during autumn.
A New Location with Familiar Spirit
Due to ongoing renovations on the island of Lacul Morii, the festival will be held at the lakeside base and surrounding promenade, accessible from both Mehadia and Cornului streets. This new venue preserves the festival’s vibrant spirit while giving visitors a fresh and atmospheric setting.
The festival promises a packed program with numerous activities designed to entertain both kids and adults. Among the highlights are giant pumpkin installations, decorated haunted houses, creative pumpkin-carving workshops tailored for children, and interactive mystery trails. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the Halloween spirit through costume contests and themed photo zones.
The event follows the success of the West Side Flowers Fest, which occurred this Spring.
Halloween at the West Side Hallo Fest 2025
Live concerts featuring popular Romanian bands and artists will illuminate the festival every evening, creating thrilling musical backdrops for the Halloween festivities. From rock to more eclectic vibes, the festival’s musical stage promises an unforgettable auditory experience.
Gastronomic Delights and Festive Vibes
Visitors can delight their taste buds with a variety of food and drink options specially curated for the event, blending traditional and seasonal Halloween flavours. The festival atmosphere is enhanced by artistic decorations and immersive settings that bring Halloween to life in Bucharest.
Family-Friendly with Open Access
The festival kicks off on Friday, October 24, at 4:00 p.m. with free entry, inviting everyone to join immediately. The following days have ticketed access as the festival grows into grander celebrations leading up to Sunday night.
West Side Hallo Fest 2025 stands as a flagship event of the autumn season in Bucharest, uniting locals and tourists in a captivating celebration of all things spooky, fun, and culturally rich.
Prepare your costumes, bring your family and friends, and get ready to experience Halloween like never before at Lacul Morii from October 24 to 26, 2025 — where Bucharest’s Halloween comes alive at West Side Hallo Fest.
West Side Hallo Fest – Artistic Program and Attractions
Decor which, by the way, promises to be “creepingly” spectacular. An oversized witch, almost three meters tall, a ghost house set up at the mausoleum, a deserted and haunted town, reproduced in an area of the island, 1,000 bales of straw, crows, flowers, skeletons, spiders, these are just a few of the things that will turn Mill Lake Island into a magical land.
Concerts at Hallo Fest 2025
Friday, October 24, 2025:
- Aura Sova (winner of “Vocea României”)
- Alex & The Fat Penguins
- Electric Humidity
Saturday, October 25, 2025:
- Graffiti
- Iuliana Beregoi
- Smiley
- Alexandra Crișan
- Alexandra Căpitănescu
- The Urs
- Vunk
- Trooper
- Infected Rain
Sunday, October 26, 2025:
- More concerts and performances continue with various local artists (complete Sunday list not specified, but includes ongoing festivities with music, theatre, and children’s entertainment)
Additional entertainment includes:
- Shows by Cristina Dinu (welding show)
- Puppet theatres (Paiata)
- Street dance, acrodance, ballet, and theatre moments
- Costume contests for adults and children
- DJ sessions and various musical moments throughout the festival
This lineup offers a mix of genres from rock, pop to alternative, catering to a wide age range and tastes, creating a thrilling soundtrack to the biggest Halloween festival in Romania.
