Halloween 2023: 10 best places to spend Halloween in U.S

Halloween 2023 is arriving and many travelers will be eager to get into the spirit of the holiday. Some may even want to plan a trip to the scariest, most festive venue in town for Halloween. Fortunately, the United States has no shortage of towns and localities that take Halloween extremely seriously.

There are numerous reasons to visit for this haunting holiday, ranging from breathtaking Jack-o-Lantern shows to scary ghost tours to family-friendly costume parades.

Here are the top ten Halloween destinations in the United States:

1. Anoka, Minnesota

Anoka, known as the Halloween capital of the world, is a must-see during this time of year. This Minnesota city is famous for hosting the country's first Halloween parade in 1920, a custom that locals maintain to this day - and have substantially expanded upon over the last century and a half.

2. St. Helens, Oregon

This little town in Oregon rose to prominence after the Disney Channel produced its original film Halloweentown there in 1998. Train rides through Halloween decorations, boat trips across the river to see amazing pumpkin carvings, a haunted house, The Great Big Halloween Exhibit, and a Halloween parade are among the fun events leading up to Halloween.

3. New Orleans, Louisiana

Halloween, like Mardi Gras, draws a large number of travelers to New Orleans because of its haunting history and exciting party scene. The streets are open to locals and visitors dressed in outrageous costumes, and the area's many costume and voodoo stores host their own activities as well. Visitors can also take tours of ancient homes and cemeteries in New Orleans to learn why the city is known as "the most haunted city in America."

4. Independence, Kansas

In this Kansas town, the entire week leading up to Halloween weekend is Neewollah (Halloween spelled backwards), which is jam-packed with family-friendly celebrations. A carnival in downtown Independence, various street parades, an arts and crafts festival, and a marching band competition are among the highlights.

5. Los Angeles, California

There will be plenty of excitement in Los Angeles on Halloween - and throughout October. Scary movie screenings are a Hollywood Halloween fixture, and that's just one option for seasonal activities in the neighborhood.

6. Sleepy Hollow, New York

Visitors to New York can tour the iconic 90-acre Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and visit Irving's grave. They can also visit Irving's estate, learn about his life and legacy, and watch live reenactments of his terrifying story.

7. Salem, Massachusetts

The location of the infamous Salem witch trials in 1692, America's Witch City, is a great place to spend Halloween. In this young, artsy town, costumed throngs fill the streets in celebration of the spookiest night of the year, and there are lots of fun things to do.

8. Orlando, Florida

Theme parks in Orlando are plenty of Halloween fun. Universal Orlando Resort hosts its annual Halloween Horror Nights for visitors searching for a scare. Those purchasing special event tickets can select from ten different haunted homes, including Stranger Things and The Last of Us-themed attractions.

9. Dallas, Texas

Dallas has some of the most intense haunted houses in the country for true thrill seekers. Boneyard and Slaughter House are two of the most popular - and possibly the scariest. Aside from the haunts, Dallas provides a plethora of other attractions for guests of all ages.

10. Las Vegas, Nevada

It's no surprise that Halloween is a big deal in Las Vegas. Hotels on the strip will be decorated in a spooky theme, and there will be lots of themed shows and events to attend.

FAQs:

Q1:Where is Halloween Town in the United States?
Ans. St. Helens, Oregon.

Q2: Which is the biggest Halloweentown in the United States?
Ans. Anoka, Minnesota.