Come celebrate Halloween not just one day, but all throughout the month of October in Virginia City, Nevada! The historic town brings out all the stops as it embraces its spooky side come fall each year. Take a look at just a few of the many special events Virginia City has in store and find out why Halloween is the perfect time to visit this Nevada town.

Want to feel spooktacular? Often named one of the most haunted towns in America, Virginia City is Nevada’s best town to celebrate Halloween.

Facebook/Virginia City, NV Find Virginia City less than 30 miles southeast of Reno, Nevada.

Downtown Virginia City is the perfect setting for Halloween events! Many of the most historic and storied buildings in the city get in on the fun during October to celebrate Halloween.

Facebook/Virginia City, NV Join in the fun at the annual Outhouse Races during which elaborately decorated “outhouses” race to the finish line.

The best way to bring Halloween to full swing is by getting a “Haunted Adventure Pass” in Virginia City. The pass gives you access to the Bats in the Belfry Ghost Tour, the Haunted Washoe Club Museum Tour, as well as an inside look at the creepy Piper’s Opera House.

Google Reviews/Paul Welch Stop by the town’s visitors center to purchase a “Haunted Adventure Pass.”

You can also find plenty of events and activities throughout the month of October revolving around ghost tours.

Google Reviews/Willym Weir Take part of a real paranormal investigation at a former hospital featured on Ghost Adventures!

Or take a ride on a Halloween-themed train! The Electric Halloween Steam Train lights up the night as it travels through the Comstock.

Virginia & Truckee Railroad The train will take passengers on an eerie and electrifying 40-minute ride. Learn more about ticket options at Virginia Truckee.

With so many fun events to see, you’ll want to stay awhile. How about a haunted hotel? Virginia City is full of active paranormal accommodations for those who value ghost sightings over a peaceful night’s sleep.

Facebook/ Gold Hill Hotel and Crown Point Restaurant Feeling brave? Then book a room at the Gold Hill Hotel. It’s the oldest operating hotel in Virginia City. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you of the ghost children who are said to roam the halls.

All of these spine-tingling events, plus many more, culminate on Halloween day when the town gathers for the annual Hauntober Parade!

Facebook/Virginia City, NV Dress up in your best costume and get ready for a fun and eerie night of celebration! There’s even a costume contest and lots of ghastly fun for the entire family.

There’s no doubt that Virginia City knows how to throw a party! Come join in on the creepily fun activities. Whether it’s a ghost tour, the All Hollow’s Eve Ball, or a stroll through a haunted cemetery, Virginia City, Nevada has a ghost or two in store for you this Halloween season.

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Find Virginia City less than 30 miles southeast of Reno, Nevada.

Join in the fun at the annual Outhouse Races during which elaborately decorated “outhouses” race to the finish line.

Google Reviews/Paul Welch

Stop by the town’s visitors center to purchase a “Haunted Adventure Pass.”

Google Reviews/Willym Weir

Take part of a real paranormal investigation at a former hospital featured on Ghost Adventures!

Virginia & Truckee Railroad

The train will take passengers on an eerie and electrifying 40-minute ride. Learn more about ticket options at Virginia Truckee.

Facebook/ Gold Hill Hotel and Crown Point Restaurant

Feeling brave? Then book a room at the Gold Hill Hotel. It’s the oldest operating hotel in Virginia City. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you of the ghost children who are said to roam the halls.

Dress up in your best costume and get ready for a fun and eerie night of celebration! There’s even a costume contest and lots of ghastly fun for the entire family.

See a full list of events throughout the month of October in Virginia City, Nevada. You won’t want to miss a spine-tingling thing!

Where do you enjoy the month of October in Nevada? Is there one neighborhood or town that seems to pull out all the stops on Halloween? Be sure to comment and let us know!

Las Vegas, Nevada sure knows how to party, and Halloween is no exception! See why Las Vegas is a fun place to trick-or-treat this October!

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