Skellington's Spooktacular returns to Tivoli Village on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. The Halloween celebration brings trunk-or-treating, Jack and Sally, live music, a local makers market, and an outdoor showing of The Nightmare Before Christmas to the west side of Las Vegas.

For Summerlin families, the appeal is straightforward: several Halloween activities at one location, with room to choose what fits the evening. Some kids will head straight for the candy. Others may be more excited to meet the movie characters or stay for the screening.

Here are the details to help plan a visit.

When and where is Skellington's Spooktacular?

• Date: Friday, October 23, 2026

• Time: 5–9 p.m.

• Location: Tivoli Village, 400 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89145

• Admission: Listed as free by the event organizer; confirm any RSVP conditions

• Details and RSVP: Tivoli Village's official event listing

Tivoli Village sits along Rampart Boulevard, just east of Summerlin. It's a familiar shopping and dining destination for many west Las Vegas residents, but a special event can mean more people arriving around the same time. Leave a little flexibility in the schedule, especially if you are meeting another family.

The advertised event window runs four hours. That does not mean every activity has a separate published start time, so check the organizer's updates if there is one attraction your family particularly wants to see.

Trunk-or-treating, Jack and Sally, and local makers

The De Castroverde Law Trunk-or-Treat is one of the main draws. Kids can collect candy in a community setting before Halloween night itself. Representatives from LVMPD's Summerlin Area Command and Lexicon Bank are also expected to participate.

Jack and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas are scheduled for a meet-and-greet. If a character photo is high on your child's wish list, consider making that stop earlier in the visit rather than saving it for the end. The event announcement does not specify how long the characters will be available or whether a line will form.

Live music adds to the evening, while the Makers Hive Market gives visitors a chance to browse items from local vendors. It's a nice addition for adults who want to look around while the kids enjoy the Halloween activities. Vendor selections may vary, so the market is best approached as a chance to discover what's there rather than shop for one promised item.

Outdoor movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas

The planned outdoor screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas comes after sunset. For families who love the film, that may be the reason to make an evening of it rather than treating the event as a quick candy stop.

One detail worth checking: the main event announcement does not give a precise screening start time. It also does not clearly spell out seating arrangements or whether guests may bring blankets or chairs. Don't assume the setup will match another outdoor movie night you've attended.

Families with younger children can enjoy the earlier activities and decide later whether staying for the movie makes sense. The screening is outdoors, so evening temperatures and wind may affect comfort even when the afternoon has been warm.

Parking, dinner, and tips for families

Start with the basics: comfortable shoes, a candy bag and a plan for where to meet if your group gets separated. Costumes are part of the fun, but shoes that work for walking around the shopping center will make the night easier.

Arriving near the beginning of the event gives families more time to visit the candy stations, see the market and fit in photos before the outdoor movie. That is a planning suggestion, not a guarantee of shorter lines. Specific parking arrangements and any event-related access changes should be confirmed with the venue.

If dinner is part of the plan, look through Tivoli Village's website for the current dining options. Restaurant hours may not match the event's 9 p.m. end time, and reservations or wait times can affect how much of the celebration you catch.

Parents bringing strollers or visiting with someone who needs an accessible route may want to ask Tivoli Village about entrances and event placement ahead of time. The event listing does not provide a detailed accessibility map. Likewise, check the latest weather forecast before heading to an outdoor evening program.

Not everyone needs to see every attraction. Choosing one or two priorities beforehand can make the night feel less rushed, particularly with younger kids or a larger family group.

What else is happening in Summerlin that night?

Friday, October 23, is also a scheduled night for Downtown Summerlin's Parade of Mischief, which begins at 6 p.m. along Park Centre Drive. That gives west-side families two Halloween options on the same evening, but their schedules overlap.

If your family wants to attend both, decide which event matters most before setting out. The parade has a fixed start time, while Tivoli Village's celebration runs through the evening. Travel, parking and the time spent walking between activities all need to be factored in. Trying to fit everything into one night may mean missing part of a performance or the movie.

For a simpler plan, choose one location and enjoy it at your own pace. Skellington's Spooktacular has enough variety for a family outing without adding a second stop.

Before leaving home, use the official Skellington's Spooktacular listing to confirm RSVP requirements, any schedule changes and movie-viewing instructions. Those are the details most likely to affect how the evening goes.