Halloween in Phoenix is a major reason to celebrate. Every October, bars and clubs bring spooky nightlife, themed parties and masquerade balls. This year is no different. So, what are the best Halloween 2025 parties in Phoenix? There are plenty to choose from.

Real-time driving data showed the stretch of I-17 northbound to the Carefree Highway is the city’s most hazardous stretch.

As Halloween weekend approaches, concerns are growing among parents and police after a string of violent incidents at parties across the Valley.

The same night Halloween revelers scour the Valley for candy, art lovers in Tempe will chase a sweeter prize. Phoenix artist James B. Hunt, a.k.a. NXOEED, will hide his paintings along with a package of curiosities and other treasures at secret spots in the city.

The "Taylor Swift Halloween House" is located at 23910 N. 24th Place, near Cave Creek and Pinnacle Peak roads in north Phoenix. There are various references to Swift's music videos, including a 12-foot skeleton in a sequined showgirl dress from Swift’s latest release, "Life of a Showgirl."

Thursday will be a tad cooler with highs in the upper 80s to around 90. For Halloween, while it’s a close call, it looks like we will be able to make it back to the upper 80s! Expect dry, mild conditions for Trick-or-Treating, with mid-80s early in the evening and low 70s by around 9 p.m.

Police investigate violent incidents, including shootings and a stabbing, at Halloween events in Phoenix, Mesa, and Scottsdale.