Halloween Season at Eighth & Rail: Haunted Karaoke, DJs and a Nightmare After Dark in Old Town Newhall
Halloween does not have to last for only one night. This October, Eighth & Rail is turning the entire month into a celebration of music, dancing, karaoke and late-night Halloween energy in Old Town Newhall.
The October 2026 lineup includes DJs every Friday and Saturday, a special Haunted Mic Halloween karaoke night and the Nightmare After Dark Halloween Party on October 31. Guests can celebrate throughout the month before finishing Halloween weekend with music, decorations, an extended outdoor area and an outdoor bar.
Eighth & Rail is a 21-and-over venue with no cover, giving adults in Santa Clarita a local place to celebrate Halloween without traveling outside the valley.
Halloween Nightlife in Old Town Newhall
Old Town Newhall has become a destination for restaurants, bars, entertainment and nights out in the Santa Clarita Valley. During October, Eighth & Rail brings a darker atmosphere to the neighborhood with Halloween-inspired events and weekend DJs.
Whether you want to sing a haunting karaoke favorite, dance with friends, wear a Halloween costume or simply enjoy a night out, the October lineup offers several opportunities to celebrate.
The historic atmosphere of Eighth & Rail makes it a natural setting for Halloween. As the evening grows darker and the music gets louder, the venue transforms into a nightlife destination where the energy continues long after the rest of the street begins to quiet down.
The Haunted Mic Halloween Karaoke
The Halloween celebration begins with The Haunted Mic: Halloween Edition on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
The Haunted Mic starts at 8 PM and is hosted by Cosmic Chemistry Karaoke. The event is open to guests who are 21 and older.
This is not an ordinary Wednesday karaoke night. The Haunted Mic brings Halloween energy to the Eighth & Rail stage, giving guests an opportunity to perform the songs they love while surrounded by music, costumes and the atmosphere of Halloween week.
You can choose a song that fits the season, perform a crowd favorite or finally sing the track you usually save for the car. The song does not necessarily need to be frightening, but this is the perfect night for dramatic performances, dark classics and songs that give the room something to remember.
Karaoke at Eighth & Rail is about participation, not perfection. Some guests arrive ready to take over the microphone, while others begin the night insisting that they will only watch. A few drinks, a familiar song and encouragement from friends can quickly change that plan.
The Haunted Mic gives everyone a chance to become part of the entertainment. Bring your friends, choose your song and take the stage before Halloween weekend officially begins.
What Is The Haunted Mic at Eighth & Rail?
The Haunted Mic is a special Halloween edition of Eighth & Rail’s Wednesday karaoke night. Cosmic Chemistry Karaoke will host the event beginning at 8 PM on October 28.
Guests can sing, support other performers and enjoy a Halloween-themed night out in Old Town Newhall. The event is for adults who are 21 and older.
The Haunted Mic also gives guests a reason to begin celebrating before October 31. Instead of waiting until Halloween night, you can start the week with karaoke and return later for the weekend party.
Friday Night Before Halloween
Halloween weekend begins on Friday, October 30, with DJ SophEnom and DJ Ever Ed-E.
The Friday-night event creates a bridge between The Haunted Mic on Wednesday and the main Halloween party on Saturday. It is an opportunity to gather your group, begin the weekend and enjoy a full night of music and dancing.
DJ SophEnom and DJ Ever Ed-E will bring the Friday-night energy to Eighth & Rail as Old Town Newhall prepares for Halloween. Guests who want to celebrate throughout the weekend can start Friday night and return Saturday for Nightmare After Dark.
Nightmare After Dark Halloween Party
The main event arrives on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Nightmare After Dark begins at 9 PM and brings a full Halloween party to Eighth & Rail. The event is 21 and over and features beats by Cosmic Chemistry Group.
Guests can expect Halloween decorations, an extended outdoor area and an outdoor bar as the venue expands the celebration beyond its usual indoor space.
The extended outdoor area gives guests additional room to gather, enjoy the night and move between different parts of the party. The outdoor bar also makes it easier to get a drink while remaining close to the Halloween action.
Inside, the music and nightlife atmosphere will keep the party moving. Outside, the additional space and Halloween decorations will create another place for guests to socialize and enjoy the evening.
Nightmare After Dark is designed for adults who want Halloween to feel like a complete night out. Instead of ending the evening after dinner or a brief stop somewhere, guests can meet friends, enjoy drinks, listen to music and dance into the night.
Celebrate Halloween Without Leaving Santa Clarita
A major Halloween night out does not have to require a drive into Hollywood, Downtown Los Angeles or another distant nightlife area.
Eighth & Rail brings an adult Halloween party to Old Town Newhall, making it a convenient option for guests from Newhall, Valencia, Saugus, Canyon Country, Stevenson Ranch, Castaic and surrounding Santa Clarita Valley communities.
Staying local allows your group to enjoy the holiday closer to home while still getting the music, energy and late-night atmosphere people want from a Halloween party.
Old Town Newhall also gives guests several options for beginning the evening before arriving at Eighth & Rail. Your group can meet for dinner, walk through the neighborhood and make the Halloween party the final destination of the night.
What Is Happening at Eighth & Rail on Halloween Night?
On Saturday, October 31, Eighth & Rail is hosting the Nightmare After Dark Halloween Party beginning at 9 PM.
The event includes beats by Cosmic Chemistry Group, Halloween decorations, an extended outdoor area and an outdoor bar. The celebration is open to guests who are 21 and older.
Nightmare After Dark is the final event in a Halloween week that also includes The Haunted Mic on Wednesday, October 28, and DJ SophEnom with DJ Ever Ed-E on Friday, October 30.
October DJs at Eighth & Rail
Halloween is the final destination, but the celebration builds throughout October with DJs every Friday and Saturday.
The October lineup begins on Friday, October 2, with DJ SophEnom. DJ Shawn Carter continues the opening weekend on Saturday, October 3.
DJ Cyprus performs on Friday, October 9, followed by DJ Shawn Carter on Saturday, October 10.
DJ SophEnom returns on Friday, October 16, and DJ Shawn Carter returns on Saturday, October 17.
The following weekend features DJ Patty Clover on Friday, October 23, and DJ Bonds on Saturday, October 24.
Halloween weekend begins with DJ SophEnom and DJ Ever Ed-E on Friday, October 30. Cosmic Chemistry Group then takes over for the Nightmare After Dark Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31.
The month-long schedule gives guests several opportunities to experience Eighth & Rail before Halloween night. You can visit early in the month, return with a different group and make the venue part of your October weekend plans.
Where Can Adults Celebrate Halloween in Santa Clarita?
Adults looking for Halloween events in Santa Clarita can visit Eighth & Rail in Old Town Newhall.
The Halloween-week schedule includes The Haunted Mic Halloween karaoke on Wednesday, October 28, beginning at 8 PM; DJ SophEnom and DJ Ever Ed-E on Friday, October 30; and the Nightmare After Dark Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31, beginning at 9 PM.
Eighth & Rail is a 21-and-over establishment. There is no cover, allowing guests to enjoy the music and nightlife without an additional entrance charge.
Halloween Karaoke or Halloween Party?
You do not have to choose between singing and dancing because Eighth & Rail is offering both during Halloween week.
The Haunted Mic is the right night for guests who want to take the stage, sing with friends and enjoy the unpredictable energy of Halloween karaoke. Nightmare After Dark is designed for people looking for a Saturday-night Halloween party with DJs, dancing, decorations and expanded bar space.
Guests who want the complete experience can attend both events. Start with karaoke on Wednesday, return for the Friday-night DJs and finish the week at Nightmare After Dark on Halloween.
Each evening offers something different while remaining part of the same Halloween-season celebration.
What Should You Know Before Attending?
The Haunted Mic begins at 8 PM on Wednesday, October 28. Nightmare After Dark begins at 9 PM on Saturday, October 31. Both events are for guests who are 21 and older.
Eighth & Rail has no cover. Guests should bring valid identification and make transportation arrangements before the evening begins.
Halloween weekend is expected to bring more people into Old Town Newhall, so arriving earlier can give your group more time to settle in and enjoy the venue.
Make Eighth & Rail Part of Your Halloween Plans
Halloween season is an opportunity to dress differently, stay out later and turn an ordinary night with friends into a story worth remembering.
At Eighth & Rail, the celebration begins long before October 31. October DJs build the weekend energy throughout the month. The Haunted Mic gives guests a chance to take over the microphone during Halloween week. Friday night starts the final weekend, and Nightmare After Dark brings everything together on Halloween night.
Gather your friends, plan your songs and prepare for a full week of Halloween entertainment in Old Town Newhall.
Visit Eighth & Rail for The Haunted Mic on Wednesday, October 28, beginning at 8 PM. Return Friday, October 30, for DJ SophEnom and DJ Ever Ed-E. Then celebrate Halloween at Nightmare After Dark on Saturday, October 31, beginning at 9 PM with beats by Cosmic Chemistry Group, Halloween decorations, an extended outdoor area and an outdoor bar.
Eighth & Rail is 21 and over with no cover.
Learn more at www.eighthandrailpub.com.