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Scary nights in the Ostalbkreis: The 10 best Halloween events in 2025!
Find out everything about Halloween events in the Ostalbkreis on October 31, 2025, including event details and tips.
Scary nights in the Ostalbkreis: The 10 best Halloween events in 2025!
Today is October 31, 2025 and the anticipation of the Halloween celebrations in the Ostalbkreis is palpable. In the cities of Aalen, Schwäbisch Gmünd and Heidenheim, numerous events are waiting to take visitors into an exciting night full of horror and fun. The selection ranges from parties to children's events to exciting adventure events. A true land of milk and honey for all Halloween fans!
The Halloween event has evolved from its ancient Celtic roots, particularly Samhain, celebrated on November 1st, to the present day. Originally it was a festival to honor the deceased, which came particularly alive the night before when people dressed up to protect themselves from the evil that was said to prowl in the darkness. These traditions are still rooted in many customs today, such as the famous trick-or-treating and eating apples reminiscent of the Roman goddess Pomona. For many, Halloween is the evening before All Saints' Day and the time when over a quarter of annual candy sales occur in the United States.
The best Halloween events in the Ostalbkreis
The region has come up with a lot of ideas to celebrate witches, ghosts and pumpkins. Here is an overview of the most exciting events:
- Apfelbaum, Aalen: Ab 22:00 Uhr, Wilhelm-Merz-Str. 41. Eintritt: VVK/Abendkasse (Preis folgt). Tipp: Früh kommen, Einlassstau möglich.
- Tonfabrik, Aalen: 22:30–05:00 Uhr, Ulmer Str. 114. Eintritt: Phasen-Tickets (VVK). Tipp: VVK früh sichern.
- Volkmarsberghütte, Oberkochen: Einlass den ganzen Tag. Adresse: Volkmarsberg. Tipp: Stirnlampe und warme Kleidung mitbringen.
- Halle Straßdorf, Schwäbisch Gmünd: 20:30–01:00 Uhr, Jurastraße 24. Tipp: Früh kommen.
- Kulturhalle Leinzell – Eventkeller „Die Gruft“: Kids 16–18:30, Ü18 ab 21:00 Uhr, Kirchgasse 2. Tipp: Familienfreundlich.
- Mackilohalle, Mögglingen: Einlass ab 20:00 Uhr, Heubacher Str. 38. Tipp: Fahrgemeinschaften planen.
- Naturtheater, Heidenheim: Ab 18:00 Uhr, Hugo-Rupf-Platz 3. Eintritt: gestaffelt. Tipp: Warm anziehen und rechtzeitig buchen.
There are also other options outside the region: In Pfäfflingen a Halloween party starts at 8:30 p.m., while Schwäbisch Hall has a Halloween rave from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. The “Halloween in the Witches Cauldron” event takes place in Sulzbach an der Murr from 9:00 p.m.
A look behind the scenes
While many people simply throw themselves into the fun, there are also voices that take a critical view of the celebrations. Does Halloween really still have its original meaning of remembering the deceased, or is it just another consumer event? The Bible does not directly mention Halloween, but it offers principles that invite reflection on the holiday's themes and customs. For some, the question arises as to whether it is appropriate for Christians to celebrate this day in a festive light or whether there are darker aspects involved.
Opinions vary, but one thing is certain: Halloween is also very popular in Baden-Württemberg and offers the perfect opportunity to drive away the shadows of darkness with lights, costumes and, above all, a good mood. If you don't have any plans yet, you should get going quickly and explore the best events in the region!