About this Event
Friday, October 30, 2026 | Main Event Doors Open at 8:30 PM | $20 per person + taxes & fees | 21+
Step inside Chattanooga’s most famously haunted landmark for a night of Halloween revelry, live music, killer costumes, cocktails and a few guests who may—or may not—have checked out decades ago.
On Friday, October 30, The Haunting at The Read House takes over the historic Read House Hotel in downtown Chattanooga for a Halloween party filled with live music, costume contests, food, drinks and plenty of after-dark mischief.
LIVE MUSIC | 9 PM–MIDNIGHT
Sloppy Street Taco Band takes the stage from 9 PM–midnight to keep the party going with live music all night long.
COSTUME CONTESTS + PRIZES
Come dressed to impress—or terrify. We’ll be awarding prizes for:
🎃 Best Individual Costume
🖤 Best Couples Costume
👻 Best Group Costume
ARRIVE EARLY: PRE-PARTY | 6–8 PM
Start your Halloween festivities in the Bar & Billiards Room at The Read House with food and drink specials from 6–8 PM. Then follow the spirits to the main event, where doors open at 8:30 PM.
Food and drinks will also be available for purchase throughout the party.
October 30. One legendary hotel. One hauntingly good night.
EVENT DETAILS
The Haunting at The Read House
Friday, October 30, 2026
• Pre-Party: 6–8 PM | Bar & Billiards Room
• Main Event Doors: 8:30 PM
• Live Music: 9 PM–Midnight
• Tickets: $20 per person + taxes and fees
• Ages 21+ | Valid ID required
Make a night of it. Overnight accommodations are available at The Read House Hotel. Visit TheReadHouseHotel.com or call 423-266-4121 to book your stay.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Guests are responsible for applicable valet parking charges. All food and beverage purchases are card-only; cash will not be accepted.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Read House Hotel, 107 West Martin Luther King Boulevard, Chattanooga, United States
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