One of Adelaide’s longest-running and best-loved Halloween events, Wail at the Gaol is the spookiest Halloween event in South Australia! 

Wail at the Gaol will be serving up creaks and rattles, shrieks and treats once again this October. A skele-ton of fun for the whole family, test your nerves as you explore the entire historic Adelaide Gaol.

Prepare for a fright and test your nerves as you walk through the entire Gaol. 

After the mayhem of the Gaol, head out to our lawns for food trucks, live music, and games.  So, pull out your best costumes and prepare for some frightening fun.

The littlest members of the family will be entertained with lawn games, lucky dips and a photo trail to follow.

Important information about Halloween: Wail at the Gaol at the Adelaide Gaol 

Parking 

Due to the new Women’s and Children Hospital construction works happening around the Gaol there will be LIMITED parking adjacent to the Gaol. Disability permit parking available is on site ONLY.  Visitors are strongly encouraged to catch public transport. If you do require parking, please see their Visitor Information page for the best places to park close to the Gaol. 

Public Transport

The closest tram stop is the Thebarton stop adjacent to George Steet, Thebarton. You can then walk through Bonython Park to the Gaol. 

TICKETS:

• Child (aged 4 – 15) $12
• Child under 4 FREE
• Concession/Senior $16
• Adult $20
• 2 Adults + 2 Children/1 Adult + 3 Children $51.20

CLICK HERE TO BOOK TICKETS

For more information and all enquiries please visit the Adelaide Gaol website or follow the NPWSSA Facebook page.

What:      Wail at the Gaol

When:    Saturday 25 October 2025 | 2pm – 9pm

Where:   Adelaide Gaol, 18 Gaol Road, Adelaide

Who:       All ages

At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.

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