Forget about romantic comedies, scary movies are just as ideal for date night! What other movie genre warrants consecutive hours of holding each other tight? We've compiled this guide to Halloween movies in Tampa Bay for your spooky viewing pleasure.
Rather than waiting until October 31 for a marathon, build the anticipation all season long by catching screenings of classic horror movies all around town!
<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>Top picks for Halloween Movies in Tampa Bay
A Nightmare on Franklin Street
Select nights in October 2025
711 N. Franklin St., Tampa
Tampa’s most historic—and most haunted—movie palace is proud to present its most sinister series, A Nightmare on Franklin Street. The hair-raising historic landmark goes 100% Halloween with classic horror movies, ghost tours, and family-friendly frights! General admission is $10, $7 for ages 12 and younger.
2025 Lineup:
- Wednesday, October 1: The Invisible Man (1933) 7 p.m.
- Thursday, October 2: Carrie (1976), at 7 p.m., and Prom Night (1980), at 9:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 3: House of Blood (2025), 6 p.m., Sorority of the Damned (2025), 9:15 p.m.
- Saturday: October 4: Kiki's Delivery Service (1989), at 1:45 p.m., Teen Witch (1989) at 4:30 p.m., Death Becomes Her (1992) at 7 p.m., and House (1977) at 9:45 p.m.
- Sunday, October 5: Haunted Mansion (2023), at 1:30 p.m., The Cabin in the Woods (2011) at 4:30 p.m., The Evil Dead (1981) at 7 p.m.
- Monday, October 6: The Birds (1963), 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 7: Alien (1979), 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 8: The Day The Earth Stood Still (1951), 7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 11: Blade (1998), 6 p.m., Spawn, 9 p.m.
- Monday, October 13: Scary Movie (2000), 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 14: Candyman (1992), 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 15: Frankenstein (1931), 7 p.m., Doctor X (1932), 8:45 p.m.
- Thursday, October 16: A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985), 7:30 p.m., Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street (2019), 9:45 p.m.
- Friday, October 17: Young Frankenstein (1974), 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 18: Hokus Pokus Live! Starring Ginger Minj, Jujubee, and Sapphira Cristál
- Sunday, October 19: Scooby-Doo (2002), 1:30 p.m., An American Werewolf in London (1981), 4 p.m., The Thing (1982), 6:30 p.m.
- Monday, October 20: Re-Animator (1985), 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 21: Tales from the Hood (1995), 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 22: Forbidden Planet (1956), 7 p.m.
- Thursday, October 23: Clue (1985), 7 p.m., Final Destination 3 (2006), 9:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 24: The Phantom of the Opera (1925), 7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 25: Hocus Pocus (1993), 3 p.m., Rocky Horror Picture Show, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m.
- Sunday, October 26: Phantasmagoria XVI, 2 p.m., Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025), 6 p.m.
- Monday, October 27: Sinners (2025), 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 28: Campfire Stories LIVE ON STAGE, 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 29: King Kong (1933), 7 p.m.
- Thursday, October 30: The Conjuring (2013), 7 p.m., The Exorcist (1973), 9:45 p.m.
- Friday, October 31: Halloween (1978), 7 p.m., Halloween II (1981), 9:30 p.m.
You can find the lineup here.
Bonus date idea – Late Night, Lights Off Paranormal Investigation and Ghosts of Tampa Theatre Tour. And explore more ghost tours in Tampa Bay.
Gigglewaters
Saturday, October 4 – Sunday, November 2, 2025
737 Main St., Safety Harbor
Head to Safety Harbor for an awesome indoor date idea, especially during spooky season. Gigglewaters has speakeasy vibes, a food menu, and yummy drinks. And their movie schedule is nearly non-stop.
Here's a look at the Halloween movie schedule for 2025:
- Saturday, October 4
- Hocus Pocus
- 10:30 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday, October 5
- Young Frankenstein
- 10:00 a.m.
- 1:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
- 7:00 p.m.
- Monday, October 6
- Addams Family Cinema Supper Series
- 6:30 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Tuesday, October 7
- Addams Family Cinema Supper Series
- 6:30 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Wednesday, October 8
- Addams Family Cinema Supper Series
- 5:15 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- 7:45 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Friday, October 10
- Ghostbusters
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m.
- 8:30 p.m.
- Ghost Hunt
- 11:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 11
- Beetlejuice
- 4:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- 9:00 p.m.
- Sunday, October 12
- The Craft
- 10:00 a.m.
- 12:30 p.m.
- 7:15 p.m.
- Friday, October 17
- Ghost Hunt
- 11:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 18
- Scary Movie
- 10:00 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Sunday, October 19
- Hocus Pocus
- 10:00 a.m.
- 12:30 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- Monday, October 20
- Shaun of the Dead
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 21
- From Dusk Till Dawn
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 22
- Creepshow
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, October 23
- A Nightmare on Elm Street
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 24
- The Thing
- 5:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
- Ghost Hunt
- 11:30 p..m
- Saturday, October 25
- The Exorcist
- 11:00 a.m.
- 2:00 p.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday, October 26
- Zombieland
- 10:00 a.m.
- 12:30 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m
- 5:15 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m.
- Monday, October 27
- Hocus Pocus
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 28
- Fright Night
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 29
- Scream
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, October 30
- The Crow
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 31
- Halloween
- 12:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m.
- 8:30 p.m.
- Ghost Hunt
- 11:30 p.m.
- Saturday, November 1
- Mars Attacks!
- 11:00 a.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- 9:00 p.m.
- Sunday, November 2
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
Movie Night on the Patio
October 4-18, 2025, 8 p.m.-10 p.m.
Keel Farms
Each week features one of the Halloweentown series of movies! October 4 is Halloweetown, October 11 is Halloweentown II, and October 18 is Halloweentown High.
Guests can enjoy food and drinks from the Tasting Room. Admission is free and there is open seating. No reservation is required to attend.
Monsters & Cult Classic Horrorthon Movie Marathon
Friday, October 17, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
4100 New Tampa Hwy Lakeland
It's a bit far to technically be Halloween movies in Tampa, but how fun would it be to watch Halloween movies at a drive-in? The concession area is stocked with affordably priced drinks (including beer!), popcorn and other snacks.
It all takes place at Silver Moon Drive-In in Lakeland.
$35 per ticket
Movie on the Lawn Double Feature – Halloweentown & Scream
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Armature Works
Head to Armature Works for a delightful screening of Halloweentown and Scream, two perfect movies for getting the whole family into the Halloween spirit! Don’t miss out on this spooktacular double feature! Families and friends of all ages are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy this free outdoor showing. VIP Seating is also available with a purchased ticket.
Joy Lan Drive-In Monster Marathon Bash
Friday, October 24, 7:30 p.m.
16414 U.S. 301, Dade City
Get ready to scream and hide behind your popcorn during a lineup of hair-raising films! This is the perfect event for horror movie buffs, thrill-seekers, and anyone looking for a fun night out. Movie showings will be Dracula (1931), Frankenstein (1931), Bride of Frankenstein (1931), and Wolfman (1941).
Tickets start at $30.52
The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 7 p.m.
105 Central Park Drive, Largo
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Guests are encouraged to dress up, sing along, and join in on the chaos with the on-stage shadow cast. This show is recommended for ages 18+. Tickets are $20.
Halloween Movie in the Park
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Enjoy a Halloween movie in the park after the Riverwalk Trick or Treat event!
Movies on the Lawn
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Sparkman Wharf
Sparkman Wharf is hosting a family-friendly spooky evening featuring trick-or-treating at local retailers, roaming entertainment, face painters, a live DJ, and a double-feature showing of Casper’s Halloween Special and Beetlejuice!
Host a Private Theater Rental at AMC
Host a personal screening for one or make it a private party and invite up to 19 guests! You'll get your own auditorium and have a variety of movies to choose from, starting at just $99+tax.
Tips for a Halloween Movie Date
- Dress for a comfy movie-watching snuggle session—especially fun on a chilly night!
- Talk about your comfort level ahead of time, how spooky is too spooky for you?
- Always arrive early, about 30 minutes before showtime, to stake out your spot!