Friday & Saturday,
October 23–24, 2026
7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Something has awakened
in the Garden this Halloween.
Years ago, a Garden caretaker documented strange occurrences after dark. Follow the Shadow Trail to uncover what happened, then join the party with cocktails and live music.
General Admission Tickets: $35.95
Fairchild Members receive $5 off.
Log in required.
Go Deep Into the Garden of Shadows
Something happened in the Garden after dark. A caretaker documented it years ago, in notes that end with a warning:
“If the shadows return, follow the path I took. Do not leave the Garden until you know what followed me home.”
This October, guests follow that same path. A Shadow Trail card leads the way through six stops, each one revealing another piece of what the caretaker saw: voices near the Gatehouse, disappearances at the Shop, strange lights beneath the Vine Pergola, something unexplained in the water at Amazonia.
Watch for tarot readers, aerialists, and movement in the dark as guests follow the Shadow Trail through the Garden. Cocktails pour at four of the six stops along the way.
When the trail ends, the party begins, with live music and more.
What Lingers After
Step Away from
the Everyday
An evening steeped in the season. A walk through the Garden after dark, away from the pace of an ordinary night.
Time Together
Time to connect with friends, or with someone new, at a Halloween event in Miami.
The Party Awaits
Live music, cocktails, and a Halloween party at the end of the trail.
A Night to Remember
A memorable night, the kind of evening you’ll be retelling long after October ends.
Leave Inspired
An evening steeped in the season. A walk through the Garden after dark, away from the pace of an ordinary night.
Along the Shadow Trail
Follow the Shadow
Trail Card
The card provided upon entrance will indicate the six encounters along the route. Beware of anything in between the stops.
Cocktails & Mocktails Along the Path
Cocktail and mocktail flights, made for the season, are available along the Shadow Trail at four stops. Paid separately.
Something to Behold
Tarot readers, contortionists, and aerialists display their abilities throughout the night.
Live Music
A DJ on the ground creates a festive atmosphere that amplifies your experience.
Costume Contest
Guests are invited to compete for the best costume at 9:00 p.m., with cash prizes of $250 for first, $100 for second, and $50 for third.
Into the Shadows Tram Tour
The tram you know, now haunted by the night and the caretaker’s tale. Experience paid separately.
The Other Side Bar
Finish the trail at the Amazonica Pond, where drinks are available to order and the party begins.
Unwind at the Rest In Pieces Lounge Seating (21+)
A VIP lounge for six, with a charcuterie board and a selection of drinks, at the trail’s final stop. See Premium Experiences for full details. Booking in advance required.
Garden Bites and Refreshments
Make your night complete with Provisions for the Passage picnic basket for two, ordered in advance, and drinks from the bar.
Tempt Your Fate
Drop your completed Shadow Trail card at the exit for a chance to win two tickets to the Cacao Royale Experience at the 20th Annual Chocolate Festival in January 2027.
Tickets & What’s Included
General Admission Tickets: $35.95
Friday & Saturday, October 23–24, 2026
7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Fairchild Members receive $5 off. Log in required.
General admission includes access to the Shadow Trail and a chance to win two tickets to the Cacao Royale Experience, entertainment provided by live DJ, aerialists, and contortionists, a tarot reading if you dare, and access to order cocktails and mocktails from the bars along the way.
Bundle with General Admission and Save
Two Adult Combo Entry Ticket (Save $6.95)
General admission for two guests.
Adults
$64.95
Members
$54.95
Adult GA + Cocktail Flight (Save $4.95)
General admission for one guest plus four mini cocktails.
Adults
$65.95
Members
$60.95
Adult GA + Mocktail Flight (Save $4.95)
General admission for one guest and four mini mocktails (no alcohol).
Adults
$45.95
Members
$40.95
Premium Experiences
Rest In Pieces Lounge for Six
$849.95
- Entry to the Garden for six guests.
- A VIP lounge with a charcuterie board for six at Amazonica Pond, the trail's final stop.
- One bottle of liquor with mixers or two bottles of wine or champagne.
- And six seats on the 10:30 p.m. Into the Shadows Tram Tour.
Booking in advance required.
Into the Shadows Tram Tour
$14.95
Fairchild's traditional tram transformed into its darkest version during the season. Tours depart from Tram Plaza at 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 p.m.
Provisions for the Night
Provisions for the Passage
$65.95
Picnic basket for two guests. Purchase in advance required.
- Two Midnight Croissant Sandwiches
Two blackened-butter croissants, turkey, Brie cheese, arugula, and cranberry blood-moon spread. - Shadow Garden Mezze Box
Roasted red pepper hummus, seasonal vegetables, marinated olives, grapes, and toasted pita chips. - Harvest Pasta Salad
Roasted vegetables, feta cheese, and herb vinaigrette. - Graveyard Brownie Bites
Two chocolate brownie bites decorated for Halloween. - Witch’s Brew Lemonade
Two bottled blackberry lemonades.
Cocktail Flight
$34.95
Four mini cocktails to savor through the night.
Mocktail Flight
$14.95
Four refreshing mini mocktails from the bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a Halloween event in Miami that combines the Shadow Trail experience and a party afterwards, among the things to do in Miami for Halloween this October.
Friday and Saturday, October 23 to 24, 2026, from 7:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Yes. General Admission is $35.95, $30.95 for Fairchild Members. Tickets from $30.95.
Yes. The Garden of Shadows event may contain themes not suitable for children.
General admission includes access to the Shadow Trail and a chance to win two tickets to the Cacao Royale Experience, entertainment provided by live DJ, aerialists, and contortionists, a tarot reading if you dare, and access to order cocktails and mocktails from the bars along the way.
No, but guests can bundle a Cocktail or Mocktail Flight with General Admission and save, or purchase one separately at four of the six stops along the Shadow Trail.
No, it's a separate ticket at $14.95. Tours depart Tram Plaza at 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 p.m.
Yes, at 9:00 p.m. nightly, with cash prizes of $250 for first, $100 for second, and $50 for third. Guests are welcome to wear a costume to participate.
A reservable lounge for six guests, $849.95, for a more exclusive experience in the Garden. Includes entry; a VIP lounge with a charcuterie board for six at Amazonica Pond, the trail's final stop; one bottle of liquor with mixers or two bottles of wine or champagne; and six seats on the 10:30 p.m. Into the Shadows Tram Tour. All guests must be 21 and older with a valid ID. Booking in advance required.
Food will be offered on site. Guests can also order a Provisions for the Passage picnic basket for two at $65.95, purchased in advance.
Guests who complete their Shadow Trail card and drop it at the exit are entered to win two tickets to the Cacao Royale Experience at the 20th Annual Chocolate Festival in January 2027.
Guests park and enter at the Lowlands. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Garden of Shadows takes place rain or shine.
Tickets are not refundable or transferable.
The Shadows Return
Explore the Garden at night, savor cocktails, live music, and a festive atmosphere to celebrate Halloween this season. Garden of Shadows returns to Fairchild October 23 and 24, 2026.
Not a member yet?
Members get in free, and can come back all year long.