Free Halloween Events for Kids in Boston 2025

Free Halloween 2025 Events near Boston

Return of the Pumpkin People
Jackson, NH–FREE
October 1 - October 31, 2025
It's the 41st annual Return of the Pumpkin People! Take a self-guided tour of a variety of Pumpkin People at more than 50 different displays. See Pumpkin People doing all kinds of things from flying across yards to deep-sea diving. Visit the website here.

Pumpkin People in the Park
Chatham–FREE
October 10 - October 31, 2025
This annual tradition down the Cape brings together local businesses that craft clever, funny, or awe-inspiring displays of people and activities out of pumpkins. Visit the website here.

Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival
Boston–FREE
October 17, 2025
The fourth annual Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival returns to the Boston Common Frog Pond. Visit the website here.

Bierman Autism Centers Annual Trunk-or-Treat
Bedford–FREE
October 18, 2025
Join Bierman Autism Centers for a magical morning of fun and excitement at the Annual Trunk-or-Treat event. This sensory-friendly celebration is designed for everyone to enjoy, featuring whimsical trunks full of treats and surprises, ensuring a safe and engaging experience for all. Visit the website here.

Revere Beach Pumpkin Dash & Pumpkin Patch
Revere–FREE
October 18, 2025
The Revere Beach Pumpkin Dash brings together runners of all ages for a scenic 5K along Revere Beach. The event features a family-friendly atmosphere, with activities like a free Kids Fun Run, pumpkin picking, cookie decorating, and live giant pumpkin carving. Visit the website here.

SomerStreets: Monster Mash
Somerville–FREE
October 19, 2025
The last SomerStreets festival of the season, Monster Mashed Up is a Halloween block party for all ages. The street is closed to traffic and is loaded with kids' activities, food vendors, and live music. Visit the website here.

Hocus Pocus Decorations at Historic Ropes Mansion (Outdoor Event)
Salem–FREE
October 23- November 3, 2025
Salem's historic Ropes Mansion will be decorated in the style of the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. The grounds will be open for self-guided tours. Visit the website here.

New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival
Laconia, NH–FREE
October 25, 2025
An annual tradition in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, this free, family-oriented festival is known for its pumpkin tower, built with donated pumpkins carved at home or on site, as well as rides, activities, music, and food. Visit the website here.

Sensory-Friendly Halloween
Acton– FREE with pre-registration
October 25, 2025
The Discovery Museum is hosting a special Halloween event for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those who are deaf, blind, or autistic. Visit the website here.

Tricks and Treats at the Waterworks
Chestnut Hill–FREE
October 25, 2025
Calling all werewolves, zombies, and mad scientists! Join us at the Waterworks Museum for a ghoulishly good time at this Tricks and Treats event. Decorate a treat bag and then collect candy while exploring some spooky science and trying special crafts and activities. Visit the website here.

Trick-or-Treat At Hammond Castle
Gloucester–FREE for kids
October 30, 2025
Experience Halloween magic at Hammond Castle Museum’s beloved Trick-or-Treat, now in its 7th season. This enchanting adventure leads young ghosts and goblins across a real drawbridge, through winding corridors, and into the majestic Great Hall. With multiple stations, spooky music, and crafts, it’s the perfect way to spark a child’s imagination. Visit the website here.