Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA. September 16, 2026 – Get ready for a night of frightful fun – if you dare! The annual SteelStacks Zombie Ball returns for its 9th year on Saturday, October 31 at 8 p.m.
The dead come alive at this Halloween celebration as DJ Andrew Highland spins a haunting mix of Halloween-inspired hits and crowd favorites throughout the night, keeping the undead dancing well into the evening. Guests can discover their fate with a tarot reading with Auset Gypsy, while aerialist, Shannon Sexton takes to the air in a spellbinding live performance that promises to defy both gravity and death. From eerie entertainment and supernatural readings to a dance floor filled with costumed creatures, the SteelStacks Zombie Ball offers plenty of opportunities for guests to embrace the spirit of Halloween.
Attendees can sip on chilling drink specials served in fake blood bags and indulge in delectable, Halloween-inspired bites. Some festive snacks include monster munch popcorn (chocolate drizzle popcorn and Reese’s pieces), mummy dogs (bacon wrapped hot dogs), pimento ghoul dip, zombie fingers and fries, pumpkin spice churros and more.
“Zombie Ball is one of my favorite events to plan each year because it gives us the chance to create a completely immersive Halloween experience for our community,” said Alli Poczak, Programming Manager, Music. “I love bringing together the music, live entertainment, costumes and unexpected surprises that make every Zombie Ball a night guests won’t forget.”
All guests are encouraged to dress to impress—or scare. Costumed attendees can show off their creativity in a contest, with cash prizes awarded to the most original individual and couple.
Admission is limited to guests ages 18 and older.
About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences, using arts and culture as drivers of economic development in our urban communities. ArtsQuest supports this mission through performing and visual arts, film, arts education and outreach, youth programming and a wide range of cultural events, anchored by signature venues and initiatives including its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, a centerpiece for the Valley’s artistic communities; the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks; and the LVHN, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop, an adaptive reuse project expanding space for programming, festivals, private events and nationally touring exhibits. ArtsQuest welcomes more than 2 million people annually, with nearly 40 percent of its programs free to attend, generating a regional economic impact of close to $193 million in 2025. ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign supports the continued growth of its mission to make the arts accessible for all.