The Cary's 10th annual Zombiepalooza takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event is free to attend, and will take place on the Great Lawn. If the weather is bad, it moves inside to The Cary Theater. Zombiepalooza will feature local filmmakers’ zombie short films. The films will be between one and five … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
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Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 24
The Town of Cary's Pumpkin Flotilla takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. Participation is free. Learn about the Town of Cary's other Halloween events too, including a haunted house, a big pumpkin carving event, and more. Drop off your carved pumpkin on October 23, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. Floats are limited and will be assigned on … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 24
Weaver Street Market Carrboro Halloween Stories Under the Stars (costume contest, treats, more) Oct. 24
Weaver Street Market Carrboro's annual Halloween event, Stories Under the Stars, takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This free, family-friendly event takes place on the lawn, 101 East Weaver Street, Carrboro. It includes kid treats, apple cider, cookies, a costume contest and entertainment. Stories on the Lawn Schedule … [Read more...] about Weaver Street Market Carrboro Halloween Stories Under the Stars (costume contest, treats, more) Oct. 24
Trick or Treat in Downtown Fuquay-Varina Oct 24
The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association and participating Downtown businesses are presenting Trick or Treat in Downtown on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's being held from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. because that's when the largest number of businesses are able to participate and welcome treat or treaters. Families are invited to dress up their ghosts and goblins and visit the … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat in Downtown Fuquay-Varina Oct 24
Haunted Hill Halloween event in Chapel Hill Oct. 24
Haunted Hill is a free Halloween event at Chapel Hill Community Center, 120 S Estes Dr Chapel Hill, on Friday, October 24, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. Grab a costume and join in for Trunk-or-Treat, a pumpkin decorating contest, games and food trucks. If you'd like to compete in the pumpkin decorating contest or host a trunk, you need to register. … [Read more...] about Haunted Hill Halloween event in Chapel Hill Oct. 24
Duke Homestead’s Halloween Phantasmagoria Oct. 24
Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Rd, Durham, presents Halloween Phantasmagoria on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, plus fees and taxes. Kids age 3 and under are admitted for free. Tickets are on sale now. Purchase on Eventbrite. There will be tickets available at the door, so even if they sell out online, you should still come! This experience … [Read more...] about Duke Homestead’s Halloween Phantasmagoria Oct. 24
Track or Treat Halloween Express at New Hope Valley Railway
New Hope Valley Railway is also known as Triangle's Train, and is at 3900 Bonsai Road, New Hill, North Carolina, which is just 24 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. New Hope Valley Railway’s (NHVR) family-friendly Track or Treat: Halloween Express takes place on October 11, 18 and 25, 2025, with departures each day at 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:30, and 7:45 p.m. During the spooky but … [Read more...] about Track or Treat Halloween Express at New Hope Valley Railway
Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at Grove Park Chapel Oct. 25 — hayrides, free hot dogs, more…
Grove Park Chapel, at 605 Sherron Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat Extravaganza on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. It's perfect for kids ages 3-12 and families. Costumes are encouraged. It's free to attend. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at Grove Park Chapel Oct. 25 — hayrides, free hot dogs, more…
HollyFest on Oct 25
HollyFest is a free event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park at Bass Lake, 2401 Gribsby Avenue, Holly Springs. The Town of Holly Springs joins with churches, civic organizations and businesses for this annual community celebration. Admission is free. The event is on rain or shine. The festival features: Activities: … [Read more...] about HollyFest on Oct 25
Pittsboro Street Fair Oct 25
The Pittsboro Street Fair returns to Downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will take place on Hanks, Fayetteville and Salisbury Streets. The festival is free to attend. Enjoy: Proceeds support the Rotary Club of Pittsboro’s initiatives, including CORA’s Turkey Tuesday, Meals on Wheels, scholarships for students, and more. … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Street Fair Oct 25
