The Bay Area has a long history of cult and cult-like groups—and this eerie history is being celebrated as the main storyline inside one of San Francisco's most immersive and spooky haunted experiences, Terror Vault. Titled "The Initiation," the event takes place inside the Old Mint, hosted by production company Terror Vault, and runs for five weeks, beginning in late September. The idea: you're invited to attend a recruitment seminar for “INsight,” a spiritual cult. Warning: the experience is not for the faint of heart.
Halloween in San Francisco is a festive affair. Houses across the city go all out with decorations, making for a spooky scene, especially as the fog rolls through the city's iconic hills. Truly, when October arrives, the area transforms into spooky celebrations everywhere you look, from fun-filled pumpkin patches to chilling escape rooms to iconic neighborhoods perfect for trick-or-treating. The city also hosts a range of Halloween events that appeal to everyone. This year, Halloween events in San Francisco range from a Titantic-themed masquerade part to a must-see dog costume contest to a lively pub crawl. Whether you're seeking spine-tingling thrills, family-friendly fun, or a night of masquerade and mystery, we'll take you on a tour of the most bewitching and entertaining Halloween events San Francisco has to offer. Still want more? Check out a corn maze, a local haunted spot IRL or stay in to watch one of the best horror movies.