Hundreds of performers took part in the parade on the first night of the festival
A performer in an elaborate blue-green costume resembling a mythical underwater creature is displayed inside a transparent, light-filled dome during the Paisley Halloween Festival. The float is decorated with plants, coral-like shapes and sea-themed ornaments, while bright white lights outline the dome structure.
Storm forecasts have led to the cancellation of festivities in "Scotland's Halloween capital" this weekend.
The annual event in Paisley, Renfrewshire went ahead on Friday with more than 400 performers, but the Saturday festivities have been called off.
Organisers at Renfrewshire Council said they were "very sorry" and tickets for grandstand seating would be refunded.
Paisley has developed a reputation for its playful take on the macabre, linked by some to the darker aspects of the history of Paisley.
Council officials claim the town has the unofficial title of "Scotland's Halloween capital", with the annual two-day Halloween festival involving a parade, street theatre and a funfair.
The town was dressed in its spooky best with monster installations and eerie lighting displays on some of the town's most well-known buildings
Several large, brightly coloured serpent sculptures illuminated from within coil around the columns of a grand historic building during the Paisley Halloween Festival. The building façade is bathed in blue light, while the glowing snakes feature vivid yellow, orange, green and blue patterns
Thousands of spectators turned out on Friday as Paisley was transformed into a spine-tingling spectacle of light, music and street theatre at the free event in the town centre streets.
Hundreds of professional and local community performers marched in the highlight of the event - the Halloween parade, which brought this year's Haunted House theme to life.
However, the second night of the event will not be happening because of the high winds predicted when Storm Boelo hits the west of Scotland later.
Most of the country is now covered by a yellow Met Office warning until Saturday, while a more severe amber alert takes effect from 21:00 on Saturday until 21:00 on Sunday, covering the mainland and Western Isles.
Two performers dressed as vampires pose beside a coffin prop on a city street during the Paisley Halloween Festival, while event staff and festival-goers look on in the background.
Forecasters say the storm, which is the second named storm in two days, could result in injury, flying debris, power cuts and damage to trees and buildings.
Lucy Adamson, Renfrewshire Council's head of marketing, communications and events, said: "Unfortunately, a forecast for severe weather means we have decided to cancel today's events at the Paisley Halloween Festival.
"We're very sorry for any inconvenience caused but public safety is our priority, and we want our events to be safe and enjoyable for everyone.
"Anyone who purchased tickets for the grandstand seating for tonight's event will be refunded and will be contacted directly by email.
Several participants wearing gothic-style Halloween costumes and theatrical face paint take part in the Paisley Halloween Festival parade at night. A central figure in a black and red outfit is highlighted by blue stage lighting, while other costumed participants and colourful festival lights create a blurred backdrop
A costumed participant wearing a dramatic clown mask with leather straps and exaggerated teeth, a red nose and bright red hair poses with a large prop blade during the Paisley Halloween Festival. The historic Paisley Town Hall clock tower and surrounding architecture are visible in the background.
Paisley held the last known mass execution for witchcraft in western Europe in the late 17th Century.
Seven women and girls - including an 11-year-old thought to have cast a curse after being accused of stealing a glass of milk - stood trial and were found guilty.
After they were hanged and their bodies burned, their mass grave was sealed with a horseshoe, and a myth soon grew that should the horseshoe be disturbed then the whole town would suffer.
It was later moved by roadworks in the 1960s - a time when Paisley's engineering and famous textile industry were in decline.
A parade performer on stilts in a white costume with glowing shell-shaped illuminated costume walks along the parade route at the Paisley Halloween Festival. Children and families line the street watching the procession, while colourful blue lighting illuminates trees and festival-goers in the background, creating a magical nighttime atmosphere.
A colourful giant lantern sculpture resembling a mythical creature moves through the Paisley Halloween Festival parade at night. The lantern is lit from within and features bright orange, pink and blue geometric patterns, while costumed performers appear in the foreground and historic buildings are illuminated with vivid blue and red lighting in the background. Crowds line the street
A performer dressed as Addams Family character Uncle Fester, wearing dramatic black-and-white face makeup, stands behind a keyboard at a night time outdoor event, holding a microphone close to their mouth.
A panoramic view of Paisley, Scotland, show its historic architecture, including the prominent clock tower and classical stone buildings, with a mix of modern structures in the background.
