Vegas Halloween Events 2012

Vegas Halloween events 2012 come in a great variety than you might think. The city’s Halloween celebrations are typically remembered for centering on costume contests and all-night parties, such as the Fetish and Fantasy Ball or the Nightmare on 54th Street. However, if you’re tired of the club scene but still love Las Vegas at Halloween, it’s still possible to plan your Vegas vacation at this time of year.

There are plenty of 2012 Las Vegas Halloween events planned for those who love tricks and treats, frights and fun, but want to avoid DJs and throbbing clubs. Other events celebrate the best of the holiday including haunted houses, a good fright, and even events to raise money for charity. If you think you’re beyond celebrating Halloween, think again—there are Vegas Halloween events 2012 that will make you want to start planning your Halloween costume pronto!

Monster Mayhem

One of the most beloved annual events is Monster Mayhem. Located in the Village Square Shopping Center, Monster Mayhem offers two haunted houses for those who want a good fright from the damned and the dead. From carnival rides to an old graveyard, there are many forms of entertainment at Monster Mayhem. Open from 7 pm until midnight, Monster Mayhem gets started in the middle of October and continues on through Halloween itself. Check with the event web site for an exact schedule of days Monster Mayhem is open.

Haunted Harvest

A local favorite for Vegas Halloween events 2012 is Haunted Harvest. This family friendly event offers up equal doses of spooky events and good, clean fun. Attractions include a haunted maze, carnival games, live entertainment, and more. Not many Las Vegas Halloween events are appropriate for families, so that definitely sets Haunted Harvest apart. Check the Springs Preserve Haunted Harvest website for details on admission prices and dates & hours of operation.

Madame Tussauds After Dark

If you’ve never had a reason to check out the famous wax museum, Madame Tussauds, there is no time like Halloween to give it a try. One of the most popular Vegas Halloween events 2012, the wax museum opens its doors for a night of ghostly live actors and the wax statues combining for an experience that will send chills up your spine. The event is held both on Halloween weekend and the weekend beforehand, so it’s possible to attend even if your Vegas vacation doesn’t correspond exactly with the holiday. In addition, visitors will earn a discount for this event by purchasing their tickets in advance online.

Charity Poker Tournament

There are Las Vegas Halloween events that are for a good cause as well. If you want your gambling money to benefit charity, than look into playing in a charity poker tournament. While these charity tournaments do occur in Las Vegas all year long, they are also a popular event during the Halloween festivities. This year on October 30, the Golden Nugget is hosting one of these charity poker tournaments to help veterans adjust back to life after serving their country. With this type of event, you can have fun and do good at the same time! No matter what type of Las Vegas experience you’re seeking this Halloween, you’ll be sure to find it.