Shenzhen's Halloween scene gets more over-the-top every year. The biggest one of 2026 is already underway: Shenzhen Happy Valley's "Amazing Trend Play Festival" runs from September 24 to November 22, spanning Mid-Autumn Festival, National Day and Halloween night — the longest and most complete Halloween event in all of Shenzhen. This guide rounds up this year's officially announced activities, venue transport info, plus how malls and theme parks have done things in previous years as a reference, so you can plan your trip before the end of October.
1. Shenzhen Happy Valley 2026 Halloween "Amazing Trend Play Festival" (Confirmed)
The theme slogan is "Amazing Trend Play Festival · Transform and Enter the Enchantment", with a soft opening from September 19–23, official opening on September 24, running all the way to November 22.
- 7 Amazing Realms: 7 separate immersive scenes, with styles ranging from eerie circus, Chinese immortal fantasy and retro Hong Kong style to a "workers" theme; each zone randomly triggers major plot events.
- 10 Amazing Houses (haunted houses): including "Spy Bureau Mist", "Hong Kong Building Mystery", "Wilderness Hotel", "Silent Hospital", "Unknown Zone" and "Hu Family Old Mansion", focused on suspense and horror.
- 3 Major IP Collaborations: Chinese Paladin 7, Maymei and VALORANT land in the park, with live NPC performances.
- Hundreds of Limited-Run Shows: over 20 stages across the park and hundreds of performances; the flagship grand parade returns, plus an upgraded version of Chu Renmei 2 and 2 new suspense dramas.
- 300+ NPCs: highly interactive NPCs throughout the park, ready to trigger conversations and hidden storylines at any moment.
- New Valley Currency: an in-park exclusive game currency; complete missions to earn Valley Currency and redeem limited-edition merch.
Address: 18 Qiaocheng West Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen. Transport: Exit A of "Window of the World" Station on Metro Line 1 / Line 2 / Line 8, about a 400-metre walk; you can also take a bus and get off at Window of the World stop, then walk 3 minutes. Shenzhen Window of the World in the same district is at 9037 Shennan Boulevard, and the two parks are just a 10-minute walk apart.
Opening hours: night sessions return during the event; daytime sessions generally start at 09:30 and night sessions run until about 22:00 (extended around Halloween night), with actual times subject to official announcements. Tickets: day and night sessions are ticketed separately; online discounted tickets are usually cheaper than at the gate, so buy in advance on official partner platforms.
2. Other Venues in Previous Years (2025 Actuals, 2026 Arrangements To Be Announced)
Besides Happy Valley, Shenzhen theme parks and malls add Halloween activities every late October. Below are the activities confirmed for the same period in 2025; most will likely run again in 2026, but remember to check official announcements before you go:
| Venue | 2025 Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen Window of the World | From October, "World Joy Season" + Halloween-themed night sessions, Halloween parade | OCT, Nanshan District |
| Shenzhen Splendid China Folk Village | Chinese ghost festival theme, lantern show plus parade | OCT, Nanshan District |
| Guangming Farm Grand View Garden | Halloween scenic-area discount tickets, family trick-or-treating | Guangming District |
| Shenzhen Bay MixC | October 24–November 2 "Halloween Wonderland Water Show" + pumpkin party | Houhai, Nanshan District |
| Shenzhen Longgang Wanda Plaza | October 31–November 2 pumpkin party, park-wide "trick or treat" | Longgang District |
| Baoneng allcity Longgang Store | October 31 Halloween trick-or-treating, mall costume activities | Longgang District |
| Happy Harbor (Bao'an) | October 31 "Harbor Candy Wonder Night" pumpkin army costume parade, Ferris wheel NPC interactions | Bao'an District |
| BREWTOWN Beer Town | "Tipsy Wonder Night" parade, theatrical parade, market | Nanshan District |
| aPark | October 31–November 2 masquerade party (masks + craft beer) | Futian District |
Most mall activities are free entry, focused on photo spots and family trick-or-treating; theme parks require tickets, and Halloween special-event tickets are usually 10%–20% more expensive.
3. Getting There from the Checkpoints (Three Checkpoints to Choose From)
- Luohu Checkpoint: after clearing customs, take Line 1 directly to "Window of the World" Station (Happy Valley, Window of the World), about 35 minutes; for Halloween mall activities around Dongmen and Guomao, it's just two stops on Line 1.
- Futian Checkpoint: Line 4 to Line 1 to Window of the World takes about 40 minutes; for aPark and the COCO Park area in Futian, take Line 4 directly to Convention & Exhibition Center.
- Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint: Line 10 / Line 2 to Line 1, or take a taxi straight from Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint to OCT in Nanshan, about 20 minutes and around ¥30; most convenient for readers staying in Nanshan.
4. FAQ
Q1: Where do most people go in Shenzhen on Halloween night (October 31)?
Happy Valley is definitely number one, followed by the night sessions at Window of the World and Splendid China; among malls, Shenzhen Bay MixC, Longgang Wanda and Happy Harbor draw the most photo-takers. To avoid the crowds, go to Happy Valley on a weekday in mid-to-late October — the atmosphere is just as strong but there's no queueing.
Q2: Is it too scary for young children?
Happy Valley has horror ratings; daytime sessions and family zones are less intense. Mall trick-or-treating activities (such as Longgang Wanda and Baoneng allcity) are basically family-oriented and suitable for kids.
Q3: Do I need to buy Halloween event tickets in advance?
Theme park night sessions and Halloween night itself definitely require advance purchase, as popular dates sell out on the day; mall activities are free, but note that some workshops/parties require reservations.
5. Money-Saving Tips and Extra Transport Notes
- Do the free activities first: mall Halloween activities (trick-or-treating, parades, markets) are all free entry; only theme park night sessions are paid.
- Save on theme parks: Happy Valley Halloween night tickets bought on official partner platforms are usually 10%–20% cheaper than at the gate; students and seniors get discount tickets, so remember to bring ID.
- Departing from Luohu Checkpoint: after clearing customs, take Line 1 directly to "Window of the World" Station — Happy Valley, Window of the World and Splendid China are all near the same station, so you can do two in one day.
- Accommodation: if you want to stay out past 11pm, book a hotel around OCT in Nanshan (¥300–600 per night), then head back to Hong Kong via Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint the next morning.
- Costumes: Shenzhen mall activities welcome costumes, but theme parks have security checks and don't allow props like replica weapons or long poles, so check the park entry rules before you go.
6. Practical Tips
- Late October nights in Shenzhen are already cooler (around 20–25°C), so add a light jacket to your costume.
- Queues for theme park haunted houses can exceed 60 minutes; it's best to work your way back from the rear of the park.
- Checkpoints and the metro get crowded around Halloween night; Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint and Futian Checkpoint peak on the evening of October 31, so cross two hours early.
- Tickets, opening hours and parade schedules are updated at any time — check the official WeChat account/mini-program before heading out for the most accurate info.
7. Window of the World "World Joy Season" (Now until November 16)
In the OCT area of Nanshan, besides Happy Valley, neighbouring Shenzhen Window of the World is also running its "World Joy Season" over the same period, overlapping with the Halloween slot, so you can do both in one go. According to the organiser, the event centres on five neon fantasy spaces and six great photo spots, with over 200 good-looking NPCs, giant Titan mecha, and a collaboration with the Shining Nikki IP; at night there's the Cybertrek futuristic cyber show, the World Joy Grand Parade (day and night sessions), the Raging Fire flame show, the Intangible Heritage Double Wonder · Heaven and Earth Flame fire-pot iron-flower display and Drone · Leap the World, making it one of OCT's biggest night-tourism investments in recent years. The park also offers a "3-Day Unlimited Ticket", giving unlimited entry for 3 consecutive days, purchased via the Window of the World official mini-program.
There are also two nearby venues you can pair with it: Splendid China Folk Village (9003 Shennan Boulevard, Nanshan District, Exit D of OCT Station on Metro Line 1) for Chinese-style night parades; and OCT-LOFT Creative Culture Park (Qiaocheng East Station on Metro Line 1) for indie shops and coffee. All three are within one or two stops of Window of the World Station, and when you're tired you can go to Yitian Holiday Plaza (directly opposite Window of the World) for a meal and a break.
A reminder: Happy Valley's Halloween event is the "Amazing Trend Play Festival", at 18 Qiaocheng West Street, Nanshan District, about a 400-metre walk from Exit A of Window of the World Station on Metro Lines 1/2/8; daytime sessions open at 10:00 and close around 22:00, night sessions generally admit after 17:00 and extend to 23:00 on weekends and holidays, subject to official announcements. Window of the World and Happy Valley are about a 10-minute walk apart, so doing both in one day is more than doable; crowds drop off towards the end of the event period (mid-November), so go on a weekday in early November to avoid them. All three checkpoints have direct metro access: Luohu (Line 1), Futian (Line 4 to Line 1), Shenzhen Bay (Line 13 to Line 2) to Window of the World Station.
This article was compiled as of October 2, 2026; apart from Happy Valley's "Amazing Trend Play Festival", which has been officially announced, the other venues are references from previous years' activities, and the latest 2026 arrangements are subject to each venue's official announcements.
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