When is Bran Castle open in 2026?

The 2026 season runs Oct 24 – Nov 1. Halloween tours Oct 24-30; main party Oct 31; family day Nov 1. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.

Bran Castle

Haunted attraction · Bran · Romania

The castle marketed as Dracula's, perched on a crag in the Carpathians, runs a Halloween party through late October as the beech forest below turns. It's the closest Eastern Europe gets to a horror-tourism pilgrimage.

Best for: Halloween atmosphere

Don’t miss

Halloween party event
Castle turret rooms
Carpathian foothill views

Plan your visit

2026 season: Oct 24 – Nov 1.

Halloween tours Oct 24-30; main party Oct 31; family day Nov 1

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Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.

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When is Bran Castle open in 2026?: The 2026 season runs Oct 24 – Nov 1. Halloween tours Oct 24-30; main party Oct 31; family day Nov 1. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
What is Bran Castle best for?: Halloween atmosphere.

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