Springs Preserve’s annual Haunted Harvest will bring four nights of family Halloween fun to Las Vegas from Oct. 22-25, 2026. The outdoor event runs from 6 to 8:30 p.m. each night, with trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment and ghostly characters in the “Bootanical” Garden. Tickets are required and must be bought online in advance.
That makes this more than a late-October idea to keep on the maybe list. Families can plan around an announced date, schedule and price, and the event has a clear kid-friendly focus. The setting also has a local story: Springs Preserve is a 180-acre cultural institution built around the history and natural resources of the Las Vegas Valley.
For parents weighing another Strip outing against something outdoors and rooted in the city, Haunted Harvest offers a different kind of Halloween night. It is a ticketed event with set entry times, so the best move is to choose your date and time before the little ghosts start negotiating.
What to expect at Haunted Harvest
Springs Preserve describes Haunted Harvest as a family-friendly outdoor event. The confirmed program includes trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment and a walk through the “Bootanical” Garden, where ghostly characters are part of the experience. The event is designed to bring Halloween atmosphere without making the whole night about a high-intensity scare.
The event takes place at Springs Preserve, at 333 S. Valley View Blvd. in Las Vegas. The Preserve’s grounds and exhibits connect visitors with the region’s environment and history. Its site is commonly known as the birthplace of Las Vegas, and the institution’s mission includes celebrating the valley’s history and inspiring environmental stewardship.
That local identity gives the outing a different feel from a resort Halloween production. This is a Southern Nevada attraction, not a casino event transplanted outdoors. Expect an evening outside, though, and plan for your group to walk around the venue rather than settle into one seated show.
Dates, hours and ticket prices
Haunted Harvest is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22, through Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The event page lists limited 4 p.m. entry for Springs Preserve members. That earlier entry is for members, not a general public start time.
Admission for nonmembers is $14 per person for ages 3 and older. Value members pay $8 for ages 3 and older. Gold and Platinum Donor Members receive free admission for up to eight guests. Children age 2 and younger are free. All attendees need a ticket for the event date and entry time they select, including children who qualify for free admission.
Reservations are required, and tickets are sold online in advance. The event page says sales are final, with no refunds or date changes. It also notes that attendance is limited and the event is expected to sell out. Availability can change, so check the ticket options before setting the family’s plans in stone.
What families should know before they go
Each ticket is valid only for its selected date and entry time. Take a moment at checkout to confirm both details for every person in your group. The schedule lists public entry at 6 p.m., while the 4 p.m. option is reserved for limited member access.
Parking is free at Springs Preserve, but the event page says overflow parking will be available at Meadows Mall. Give yourself time to park and get to the entrance, especially if your group has little ones in costume. The venue’s event page is the place to check for any updated instructions before leaving home.
Springs Preserve is generally open Thursday through Monday during daytime hours, but special events can affect operating hours. Haunted Harvest has its own evening schedule, so don’t rely on the Preserve’s regular daytime hours to plan this visit.
Make the outing work for your crew
The event is outdoors, and the Preserve recommends appropriate walking shoes, fluids and staying on designated paths. For a family outing, that means choosing costumes and footwear that can handle walking, and bringing a layer if your group tends to get chilly after sunset. Keep your plans simple: arrive for your ticket time, enjoy the activities together and leave room for a snack or a breather.
The Preserve says it is wheelchair-accessible, with some unpaved portions of its historic trails not accessible. Standard wheelchairs are available to rent at the ticketing window at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. Strollers are also available to rent for a fee. Families who need these services can review the visitor information page before arriving.
Outside food and nonalcoholic drinks are allowed under the Preserve’s general visitor guidelines, subject to size and other restrictions. Bags and coolers are inspected at entry, and glass containers and alcohol are not allowed. Because Haunted Harvest has event-specific entry rules, check the event page as well as the general guidelines before packing.
A Halloween night with a Las Vegas backdrop
Springs Preserve has confirmed the dates, times, admission rates and central activities for Haunted Harvest 2026. For local families looking for a Halloween event beyond the Strip, the mix is straightforward: trick-or-treating, live entertainment and a spooky garden in a setting tied to the valley’s history.
Choose a date, double-check the entry time and buy tickets ahead. Haunted Harvest gives Las Vegas families a Halloween plan with a strong local stamp, and the pumpkins are only part of the story.
