As October rolls in, Mooloolaba transforms from sun-soaked serenity to seaside spookiness. Halloween here isn’t just about candy and costumes – it’s about community, creativity and a touch of coastal magic. From family-friendly adventures to after-dark revelry, there’s a little something for everyone ready to embrace the spirit of the season.
The Wharf Mooloolaba is where the Halloween buzz begins. Each year, the precinct comes alive with costumed families wandering the boardwalk, little ghouls and goblins clutching maps for the annual scavenger hunt. You’ll find face painting, slime-making and roving entertainers bringing a carnival atmosphere to the waterfront. It’s a free event, but the memories and photos are priceless. With prizes for the best dressed, it’s the perfect excuse to go all out with your costume before treating yourself to an ice cream or a waterfront lunch.
Halloween Fun @ The Wharf Mooloolaba
DATE: Sunday 27th October
TIME: 11.00am – 2.00pm
LOCATION: The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba
Just a short stroll away, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast dives into the Halloween fun with its annual Spooky Seas celebration. The aquarium takes on an eerie glow as kids search for hidden pumpkins and learn about the “scariest creatures” of the deep. Between the trick-or-treat stations and free face painting on weekends, it’s a must-do for families looking to mix a little learning with their Halloween thrills – without anything too frightening for the little ones.
Spooky Seas at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
DATE: Saturday 27th October – Sunday 4th November
TIME: Open daily from 9.00am
LOCATION: SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba
As the sun sets, the energy shifts. Down at The Dock Mooloolaba, Halloween night means good food, live music and a playful twist on tradition. Staff hand out treats to costumed kids, while parents relax with a drink and watch The Wharf come alive. The atmosphere is relaxed but festive – a perfect way to round out a day of family fun or ease into the evening’s more grown-up celebrations.
Halloween at The Dock Mooloolaba
DATE: Friday 31st October
LOCATION: The Dock, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba
When darkness really settles in, the adults come out to play. The team at Pier 33 and Milked Social are teaming up once again for their Freaky Friday Halloween Exclusive – a ticketed event where costumes are mandatory and the cocktails are as creative as the outfits. Expect a night of dancing, laughter and a few stylish scares as Mooloolaba’s social set takes over one of its most scenic waterfront venues.
Milked Social x Pier 33 – Freaky Friday Halloween Exclusive
DATE: Friday 31st October
TIME: 7.00pm – 11.30pm
LOCATION: Pier 33, 33-45 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba
Whether you’re trick-or-treating with the kids, sipping cocktails in costume, or dancing under the moonlight, Halloween in Mooloolaba blends coastal charm with playful fright. The streets glow with jack-o-lanterns, laughter echoes along the waterfront and the community comes together – proof that even by the beach, it’s possible to have a hauntingly good time.