Hocus Pocus Pops

Houston Symphony - no ticket or preregistration required for Free Seating areas

10/20/2023

Gates at 6:00 PM

Show at 07:30 PM

Get ready for The Pavilion’s spookiest night of the year!

Around here, Hocus Pocus Pops might be an even bigger deal than Halloween itself! There’s all the trick-or-treating and kiddos in costumes and ghastly guys and ghouls…plus the haunting Houston Symphony in all its sinister splendor.

Expect creepy classics like character pictures, the Halloween Express and, of course, the Goblin Parade to make their return. We’ll also have some scary surprises in store just for you and your family!

Maybe you’re in it for the terrifying tunes played from our Main Stage, or maybe you’re just in it for the candy – either way, we can’t wait to have you haunt our lawn once more!

For Text Updates: Text HPP23 to (877) 350-1693.

FREE Lawn and Mezzanine Seating - no tickets required.

Orchestra Level Seating: $25

Tentative Schedule:

Parking Opens at 5:30 PM

Great Pumpkin Express Rides at 5:30 PM

Gates and Pre-Show Fun at 6:00 PM

Hocus Pocus Pops at 7:30 PM

No Intermission

Everyone is encouraged to dress up in their Halloween costume for a chance to walk on stage during the concert. The first 100 boys and girls to check in at Hocus Pocus Central in the North Plaza, fully costumed, get the chance to march in the Goblin Parade. Wristbands are required to participate in the Goblin Parade.

Costumes that include accessories that resemble weapons are not permitted.

Personal trick or treat bags are not permitted, but will be provided on-site while supplies last.

There is a STRICT bag size requirement for this show. All bags and purses (unless clear) must be smaller than 4.5" x 6.5". Clear bags must be smaller than 12" x 12".