Skeletopia Halloween Festival at Cockle Bay Wharf

Free Halloween Fun at Cockle Bay Wharf

Halloween face painting, giant Day of the Dead puppets and roaming skeleton performers are taking over Cockle Bay Wharf for one spooky afternoon of free family-friendly entertainment.

Head to Town Square at Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour on Saturday 31 October 2026 for an afternoon and evening packed with Halloween fun. With free activities for kids and adults, it's an easy way to celebrate Halloween in Sydney's CBD while enjoying the waterfront atmosphere of Darling Harbour.

What's On

Step into the Halloween spirit with:

• Halloween face painting (4pm-7pm)
• Giant Day of the Dead puppets Frida and Diego (5pm-7pm)
• Roaming skeleton performers (5.30pm-8.30pm)
• Ghostie Chupa Chups giveaways (while stocks last)

Spooky decorations throughout Town Square will also provide plenty of photo opportunities.

Event Details

Date: Saturday 31 October 2026
Time: 4pm-8.30pm
Location: Town Square, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour
Cost: FREE

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