The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department is hosting a Halloween Carnival at the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro, on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. It's free to attend. The event will include a host of carnival games for children, who will receive a prize bag, while supplies … [Read more...] about Halloween Carnival at Carrboro Town Commons Oct 31
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
Edward's Battle Haunted House is the project of a Raleigh teen who has battled cancer. Every year since he received his cancer diagnosis he has created a haunted attraction for Halloween. It's free to enjoy, but donations are accepted for Cancer for College, a scholarship program that also provides medical debt relief, educational opportunities and support for kids with cancer. Note: The … [Read more...] about Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
The Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, is bringing back its popular fall and Halloween attraction, The Witch's Haunted Barn, in 2025. This is a low-priced, family-friendly activity. It's not meant to be a very scary experience, but, instead, a whimsical look at Halloween, so it should be suitable for all kids of all ages (although, you know your child best.) There are no jump scares and … [Read more...] about The Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Fall Festival at Grace Church of Durham Oct. 31
Grace Church of Durham, 1417 Cole Mill Road, Durham, is hosting a free Fall Festival for the whole community. It takes place Friday, October 31, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Grace Church of Durham Oct. 31
Trick-or-Treat the Trail at White Deer Park in Garner
The Town of Garner is hosting Trick-or-Treat the Trail on Friday, October 31st, 2025, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at White Deer Park, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner. This is a free event. Kids will trick or treat their way around the one-mile loop trail. Come dressed in costume and don't forget your candy bucket. Local businesses and organizations will be passing out treats around the trail, a … [Read more...] about Trick-or-Treat the Trail at White Deer Park in Garner
Chipotle: Rewards members in costume get a $6 entrée on Halloween
Chipotle is once again offering a special deal on burritos ("Booritos") on Halloween. Or any entrée! On Friday, October 31, 2025, from 3 p.m. to closing, Chipotle Reward members dressed up in costume will enjoy an entrée for just $6. (Closing times vary by location, but many are open until 10 p.m.) $6 Boorito Deal On October 31, 2025, customers dressed in costume enjoy an entrée for … [Read more...] about Chipotle: Rewards members in costume get a $6 entrée on Halloween
Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 30
Cary Police Department is hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is a free event. Bring family and friends to enjoy treats, costumes and community spirit. There will be themed police vehicles, including Jurassic Park, Pirates Plunder, and Sharknado. There will even be treats for … [Read more...] about Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 30
Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
Durham Technical Community College is hosting a Trunk or Treat event at its main campus, 1637 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This free event is for the whole community. It will take place in the Wynn Center (Building 10) on the first floor. Enjoy candy, food, music and more. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 30
Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a ghost walk through Riverside Cemetery, at Front and Church Streets, in Smithfield, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tours will start at 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m.. 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Johnston County Heritage Center, this spooky community tradition invites you to meet historical figures from centuries past. This … [Read more...] about 21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 30
Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in October, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is limited patio seating, so please bring your lawn chair. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series
