From October 29 to 31, the Prater becomes a glowing, spooky-fun park for kids, families, and Halloween fans! Enjoy hands-on workshops, circus acts, pumpkin carving, and the famous Halloween Parade on October 31.
There’s something exciting happening in every corner of the Prater:
🎭 Riesenradplatz Stage: Kids’ shows and live artists
🎪 Rondeau: Join the interactive circus and learn a few tricks
🎃 Calafatiplatz: Pumpkin carving zone
✂️ Wurstelplatz: Creative craft station for kids
🎭 Prater Museum Square: Children’s theatre and short performances
🍦 Bonus treat: Free Dracula ice cream from Eskimo starting 14:00 – while supplies last!
✨ Praterschwemme: Monika’s Magic Show – 2× daily (free)
🎨 Stormy Sunday: Face painting (free)
🚂 Liliputbahn: Ghost Train – October 31 from 17:00 to 21:00
🕯️ Madame Tussauds: 31% off adult & child tickets (Oct 29–31)
🌌 Planetarium Vienna: “Cosmic Horrors” show – 25 min, €5 entry
🪄 Magic World Vienna: 31% discount on Oct 31 only
🧛 Walking performers and the Praterwurstel mascot roam the park giving sweets to costumed children!
18:30 – Halloween Parade: The legendary parade with dancers, stilt walkers, and fire artists marching through the Prater.
18:30 onwards – Planetarium Shows: “Cosmic Horrors” every full and half hour.
22:00 – Official Halloween Party @ Prater Dome: Costumes, music & lights for grown-ups.
Arrive around 2 PM to catch the kids’ program and avoid crowds.
Public transport (U1/U2 Praterstern) is the best way to get there.
Changing and rest areas near the main entrance and Riesenradplatz.
The evening parade is great for older kids – bring ear protection if needed.
❤️ Why you’ll love it: Safe, colorful, and full of Halloween joy — perfect for a family day out in Vienna!