Sat 31 Oct · 10am
Old Melbourne Gaol · Melbourne
help the family escape the haunted gaol with trick-or-treating on the side
Get ticketsFrom $22 on whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au Ask your mates if they’re keenGet a link for the group chat · no app neededDates & times
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Step inside Old Melbourne Gaol this Halloween and see if your family can escape the haunted prison!
Combining history, mystery and Halloween fun, this special event offers a unique way for children and families to experience a day of spooky adventures and unforgettable memories at one of Melbourne’s most famous heritage attractions.
Complete four Halloween challenges and find the Ghost Sergeant to escape from the haunted gaol. Other family-friendly fun includes trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed courtyard games, spooky photo opportunities, historic gaol displays and exhibitions and other family-friendly activities throughout the day.
Entry is staggered, every 15 minutes.
Quick answers
When is A Spooky Escape at the Old Melbourne Gaol?
Sat 31 Oct 2026, 10am.
Where is it?
Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne, VIC.
How much are tickets?
From $22, as the source listed it when Keen last read the listing. The ticket page has the current price.
Where do I get tickets?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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