When Is Halloween 2026, and What Day of the Week Is It?

Quick answer: Halloween 2026 is Saturday, October 31.

The fixed date

Halloween always falls on October 31, although the weekday changes every year.

What Saturday changes

A weekend date may make family parties and costume events easier to schedule. Local trick-or-treat times can differ.

Plan ahead

Try on costumes before October 31, and check the actual date of school and community events.

Stay visible

Use lights or reflective accessories, supervise young children and cross streets at marked points.

Next year

Halloween 2027 falls on Sunday, October 31.