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Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest

Wake Forest's haunted history will come alive once more at Spirits of Wake Forest walking tours, presented by Wake Forest Downtown. Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell. This tour will feature a number of last year's favorite stories, along with plenty of new material. The tours take place from … [Read more...] about Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest

North Raleigh Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat Oct. 24

Bloomwell Autism Therapy -- North Raleigh, 2910 Sumner Blvd, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. It's FREE to attend. Celebrate halloween with decorated trunks, trick-or-treating, face painting, a bounce house, carnival-style games, sensory activities, crafts, indoor play, and plenty of fun for … [Read more...] about North Raleigh Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat Oct. 24

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 2026. 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

It’s Fall Y’all Fun Fetival at Millbrook United Methodist Church in Raleigh Oct. 24: Trunk or Treat, free food and more…

Millbrook United Methodist Church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Fall Y'all Fun Festival on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event. This event features: This event takes place at the lower lot of Millbrook UMC. … [Read more...] about It’s Fall Y’all Fun Fetival at Millbrook United Methodist Church in Raleigh Oct. 24: Trunk or Treat, free food and more…

Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough Oct. 24

Orange County NC Recreation is hosting a Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. It takes place on the field behind Orange County Central Recreation Center, 302 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. This is a free event, with no registration required. The Spooktacular features: … [Read more...] about Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough Oct. 24

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Downtown Scary Park on Oct. 24

The Town of Cary has some Halloween events planned for 2026. Read on to for the details of some of the free and low-priced events, and please follow any links for more details and for registration, if required. Halloween Events in Cary -- 2026 More information on all of the events here. Zombiepalooza (all ages)Friday, October 23, 20266 to 10 p.m.Downtown Cary Park327 S Academy Street, … [Read more...] about Downtown Scary Park on Oct. 24

Wendell Baptist Trunk or Treat Oct. 25, including free hot dogs

Wendell Baptist Church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is presenting a Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event and features: It will take place in the parking lot at the Small Fellowship Hall (by Wendell Blvd. and Main Street.) Various activities will also be available. … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Trunk or Treat Oct. 25, including free hot dogs

Raleigh Zombie Walk Oct 24

Full-time and part-time zombies, meet your brethren at the Raleigh Zombie Walk on Saturday, October 24, 2026, around 6:45 p.m. at Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly event. The event will start out with two stories for Zombie Storytime, and then a performance of Thriller by Cary Danceformation. The Raleigh Zombie Walk is an annual flash … [Read more...] about Raleigh Zombie Walk Oct 24

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