BUFFALO RISING'S 2025 WITCHES BALL

Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event, hosted by Buffalo Rising, is back!

The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

This year’s theme is Creature Feature. We want to see you let loose your inner monster. This is your chance to embody your favorite cinematic legends—from Dracula and the Wolfman to femme fatales, scream queens, and B-movie beasts.

This is more than just a party—it’s a beloved WNY Halloween Experience.

You can expect:

• Costume Contest with $1,000 in local prizes
• Access to three levels of the Statler with multiple ballrooms
• Multiple DJs spinning house & Top 40 hits from the last four decades
• Live music
• Silent Disco
• Souvenir Cup
• Curated Vendor Market
• Psychic Lounge with tarot readers and mediums (readings sold separately)
• Cash bars throughout the venue
• Food available for purchase (new options this year!)
• Party in one of the most haunted hotels in America—as featured on Ghost Hunters!

Additional details available on witchesballbuffalo.com or by following us on social media at @buffalorisingevents. Full schedule of events and vendors will be published mid-September. Tickets are non-refundable. Reserve early—this event sells out every year!

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Premiere Access VIP includes:

• Early Entrance (6:30 PM) to the Mezzanine Level (before General Admission): Shop the market, Book a reading in our Psychic Lounge (reading sold separately), or Attend a Ghost Talk in the Georgian Ballroom (limited space available)
• Exclusive room access with seating in Milton’s (formerly the Lobby Bar) from 7:00 PM - Midnight, includes access to the adjoining Terrace Ballroom and outdoor patio.
• Five hours of open bar and elevated hors d’oeuvres in Milton’s by in-house chef Adrian Bylewski
• Drinks included, wristbands valid at any event bar, including an exclusive bar for Premiere Access Members in Milton’s
• Souvenir Cup
• Dedicated check-in
• Dedicated Room Concierge
• 15% off at the Merch Booth
• Free gift at the Merch Booth

This event is for ages 21 & up. You will need to show your ticket and a valid form of ID to enter the event. All ticket sales are final. Any additional questions or if you're interested in becoming an event sponsor or vendor, contact us at [email protected]

Host or Publisher Buffalo Rising