Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
Salem — FREE
Thursday, October 1, 2026
This time honored kick off to the Halloween season is full of color, pageantry, music and the enthusiasm of thousands of Salem’s students from kindergarten to college and local business owners. Website
Return of the Pumpkin People
Jackson, NH — FREE
Thrusday - Saturday, October 1 - October 31, 2026
It's the Return of the Pumpkin People! Take a self-guided tour of a variety of Pumpkin People at more than 60 different displays. See Pumpkin People doing all kinds of things from flying across yards to deep-sea diving. Website
Burlington's FREE Annual Trunk-or-Treat!
Burlington — FREE
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Burlington’s annual Trunk-or-Treat will return to Burlington High School for a free afternoon of family-friendly Halloween fun. Website
Pumpkin People in the Park
Chatham — FREE
Monday - Saturday, October 12 - October 31, 2026
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. Website
Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival
Boston — FREE
Friday, October 16, 2026
The 5th annual Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival returns to the Boston Common Frog Pond. Website
Bierman Autism Centers Annual Trunk-or-Treat
Bedford & Danvers — FREE
Saturday, October 17 & 24, 2026
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. Website
Revere Beach Pumpkin Dash & Pumpkin Patch
Revere — FREE
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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. Website
SomerStreets: Monster Mash
Somerville — FREE
Sunday, October 18, 2026
The last SomerStreets festival of the season, Monster Mash 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. Website
Hocus Pocus Recreation at Historic Ropes Mansion
Salem — FREE
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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. Website
New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival
Laconia, NH — FREE
Saturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, 2026
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. Website
PruBoo 2026
Quincy — FREE
Sunday, October 24, 2026
Kids can trick-or-treat at more than 30 participating stores and restaurants while enjoying Halloween entertainment and activities throughout Prudential Center. Website
Trick-or-Treat At Hammond Castle
Gloucester — FREE for kids
Wednesday October 28, 2026
Experience Halloween magic at Hammond Castle Museum’s beloved Trick-or-Treat, now in its 8th season. This enchanting adventure leads young ghosts and goblins across a real drawbridge, through winding corridors, and into the majestic Great Hall. Website
Beverly Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Beverly — FREE
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Downtown Beverly will fill with costumed little ones and plenty of treats during Downtown Trick-or-Treat. Website
Sensory-Friendly Halloween
Acton — FREE with pre-registration
Friday, October 30, 2026
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. Website
The Bridge Center 2026 Trunk or Treat
Bridgewater — FREE
Friday, October 30, 2026
The 4th Annual Spooktacular Trunk or Treat will bring free Halloween fun for all ages to an accessible outdoor campus. Website
Quincy's Safe Trick-or-Treat
Quincy — FREE
Friday, October 30, 2026
On Halloween afternoon, participating merchants throughout downtown and East Quincy will open their doors to hand out candy to costumed kids. Website
Halloween Party at Titus Sparrow Park
Boston — FREE
Saturday, October 31, 2026
The Friends of Titus Sparrow Park and Spruce Street Nursery School will kick off Halloween with a neighborhood celebration filled with pizza, music, and a festive kids parade. Website