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
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10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
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
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
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…
Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 25
Paper & Stars Studio is bringing Spellbound at Mordecai, a children's festival, to Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event. This is a fun, family-friendly event where you can: This is a family event full of spooky fun for children - no horror, gore, weapons, or full face masks please. This event … [Read more...] about Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 25
Haunted Harley Chili Fest at Raging Bull Harley-Davidson Oct. 25 — free chili tasting, trunk or treat, more…
Raging Bull Harley-Davidson, 300 Muldee Street, Durham, hosts events, many for free. Check their Facebook page for an up to date list. Haunted Harley Chili FestSaturday, October 25, 202511 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Family friendly event! … [Read more...] about Haunted Harley Chili Fest at Raging Bull Harley-Davidson Oct. 25 — free chili tasting, trunk or treat, more…
Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 25
Seeds of Hope Wilson is hosting a Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, North Carolina. Celebrate special traditions with friends and family. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 25
