What’s On for Halloween in Wollongong & the Illawarra for Adults & Kids

Looking for fun places to take the kids for Halloween across the Illawarra and Wollongong? Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we’ve searched high and low for the best Halloween events. Keep reading for ghostly Halloween games to play and the best places to trick-or-treat across Wollongong and the Illawarra. Listed here are a mixture of Halloween activities and events for kids and also some for adults. It’s not all just ‘trick or treat‘!

You can also check out more Halloween events happening across Wollongong & the Illawarra here!

After School Holiday events, programs, workshops & what’s on for the kids? Get our What’s on School Holidays / Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama & Illawarra Guide here.


Best trick-or-treating areas for families & kids: Wollongong & the Illawarra

When trick or treating across Wollongong and the Illawarra, be sure to stay safe and remind children to only knock on doors or visit houses decorated for Halloween. This is the best way to ensure the homeowners are open to visitors on this ghostly evening or afternoon. So leave the undecorated houses alone and stay safe this Halloween. Usually, going to streets in your local area is the best spot to visit, but stay tuned as we will be finding some great streets to visit this Halloween for trick-or-treating fun.


Best Halloween Events in Wollongong & the Illawarra

For non-trick or treating events either for kids or adults, check out the below list for a list of fun activities to enjoy.

The Shellharbour Club

Halloween fun is coming early for Illawarra families at The Shellharbour Club these school holidays! Get the kids ready for a spooky line-up of monster-themed activities, dancing, bingo, magic and plenty of tricks and treats. Little monsters can join Healthy Harold for Monster Moves, dance at the Monster Mash, play Fuggler and Pokémon Bingo, or catch the Tricks & Treats Magician Show. A fun way to get the whole family into the Halloween spirit these spring holidays.

Spookfest at Science Space

Get ready for a spooky night of science at UOW Science Space! Spookfest returns on Friday 30 October 2026 for a special after-dark Halloween adventure packed with Spooky Science and family fun. Science Space’s signature annual Halloween event is perfect for families, kids and science lovers of all ages looking for a fun and different way to celebrate Halloween. Tickets go on sale in early October, so save the date and stay tuned for the full program.

Bingo Insanity – The Fraternity Club

Forget everything you know about bingo – Bingo Insanity is taking over The Fraternity Club this Halloween! Get your crew together for a seriously wild Halloween night out hosted by comedy favourites Rob Shehadie and Tahir, with DJ Nick Skitz bringing the party. Expect hilarious bingo rounds, music, dancing, sing-alongs, audience participation, prizes + plenty of surprises, before the interval transforms into a Rave Dance Party. A brilliantly different way to celebrate Halloween on Saturday 31 October. Doors 7pm, show 8pm | 18+ event. Secure your tickets here now!

Halloween Kids Disco – The Fraternity Club

Get the kids dressed up and ready for a spooktacular Halloween night at The Frat! The Bambini Halloween Disco takes over on Friday 30 October from 6pm–8pm, with two hours of music, dancing, Halloween treats and prizes for the best dressed. Kids tickets are $15 and adults are FREE, so bring your little ghosts, witches, superheroes and monsters along for some Halloween fun while parents grab dinner at La Trattoria or a wood-fired pizza from Il Bene.

The Illawarra Light Railway Museum

All Aboard the Spooks Express for Halloween! Get dressed up and ready for a spooktacular family night out on Saturday 31 October, 4pm–9pm at The Illawarra Light Railway Museum at Albion Park. Ride the Spooks Express and Mini Monster Express, explore the Museum after dark and dance the night away with Dans Disco. With train rides, Halloween costumes, music, food and plenty of spooky fun, it’s a Halloween adventure the whole family can enjoy. Book ahead to secure your tickets!

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Turn your playlist into a spooktacular Halloween party! Pro Sound & Lighting’s $175 Spotify Party Pack has everything you need to raise the spirits — powerful speakers, vibrant party lights, and a smoke machine, all Bluetooth ready. Just connect your phone, hit play, and let the frightful fun begin! Get in touch with their team now here.


What’s On in Wollongong is not involved in the running of any events. Please contact individual event holders to confirm details before attending events. If you have a Halloween event you would like us to add to the list simply send your details to [email protected]


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