Check out our list of popular Halloween family-friendly events in Eastern Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire, and Providence! Plan ahead for these Halloween and Fall events and purchase your tickets now, since many sell out.
Our list of smaller, local Halloween events in the Acton-Lexington area (plus crafts, recipes and activities) will be posted soon. Download our Fall Fun List too to find more Fall family fun!
For Young Children
Safe Trick or Treat Hay Ride
October 18-19 and 25-26
Krochmal Farms
31 Jennies Way, Tewksbury MA
Kid-friendly Halloween-themed horse-drawn hayride through the woods, with costumed characters handing out candy.
October 18-19 9 AM-1 PM
Stone Zoo
149 Pond St, Stoneham
Trick or treat throughout the zoo, scavenger hunt, and visit the animals. Included with general zoo admission; purchase online tickets in advance.
Boo at the Zoo
October 11-12, 18-19, and 25-26 10 AM-4 PM
Buttonwood Park Zoo
425 Hawthorn St, New Bedford MA
Wear your costumes and explore the zoo, including scavenger hunt, mazes, trick or treating, and animals. Special event: Baby Boo at the Zoo on Friday, October 31 9:30 AM to 2 PM.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
September 26 to November 2 6-10:30 PM
Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence RI
Enjoy thousands of carved pumpkins and the sights and sounds of the Halloween season. Purchase tickets online in advance. Sensory-friendly nights are offered on October 21 and 22 from 5-6 PM; there will be no music or special effects. Plus, Family Fun Night Meet & Greets September 30 and October 1 with themed characters. Purchase online tickets in advance.
Spooky Zoo
October 18 and 25 10 AM-3 PM
Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence RI
Trick or treat throughout the zoo, while supplies last, and visit the animals. Purchase online tickets in advance.
Glowing Wild at New England Botanic Garden
Fridays and Saturdays September 20 to October 31
Tower Hill Botanic Garden
11 French Dr, Boylston MA
The Ramble is transformed into an otherworld dreamscape of unusual plants and curiosities set among captivating light displays. Purchase online tickets in advance.
Zoo Howl
October 25 & 26 9 AM - 1 PM
Franklin Park Zoo
1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston MA
Trick or treat throughout the zoo, scavenger hunt, and visit the animals. Included in zoo admission; purchase online tickets in advance.
Children's Trick or Treat at Charmingfare Farm
October 18-19 and 25-26
Charmingfare Farm
774 High St, Candia NH
Take a horse-drawn hay ride or a tractor train ride along a Halloween-themed trail.
Trick or Treat Hay Ride
October 18-19 10 AM-4 PM
Marini Farm
259 Linebrook Rd, Ipswich MA
Explore the corn maze and take a hayride around the farm, with trick or treating stops. Wear your costume!
The Great Jack O'Lantern Journey
September 26 - October 31
Southwick's Zoo
2 Southwick St, Mendon MA
See an amazing variety of hand-carved pumpkins that bring to life your favorite animals and beloved storybook characters. See performers and entertainers and enjoy seasonal treats.
Halloween on the Hill
October 3-30
Long Hill
576 Essex St, Beverly MA
Long Hill's gardens come alive with Halloween magic! Enjoy an enchanted woodland lined with glowing jack-o-lanterns, seasonal displays, and family-friendly frights for all ages. Sensory-friendly tickets available on select Fridays.
For Tweens, Teens & Adults
Witch's Woods
Open every Friday thru Sunday from October 3 through November 1
Nashoba Valley Ski Area
79 Powers Rd, Westford MA
Haunted hayride, indoor haunted attractions and hundreds of carved pumpkins
Tickets are 50% off during their summer sale through September 22, 2025!
Spooky World
Open Fridays to Sundays September 20 through November 1, plus Thursdays starting October 16 and Wednesday October 29
Funway Park
454 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litchfield NH
Enjoy five haunted attractions, including a Haunted Hayride, plus food, games, fire pits, paintball and more (additional purchases). Very scary, not for the littles! Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Buy one get one free September 19-21.
Fright Kingdom
Opens September 26th. Weekends only (Friday and Saturday evenings through October 4, Friday through Sunday from October 10 to November 1)
12 Simon St, Nashua NH
Best for children 12+. Indoor and outdoor scary attractions. Purchase tickets in advance online.
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