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Trunk or Treat at Lightbridge Academy in Apex Oct. 16

Lightbridge Academy, at 1075 Newland Avenue, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Trunk or Treat and have a great time with Soccer Stars. Enrolled families, future Lightbridge families, neighbors and friends are all welcome! … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Lightbridge Academy in Apex Oct. 16

Hope Valley Farms YMCA’s Not-So-Scary Trunk or Treat Oct. 31

Hope Valley Farms YMCA, at 4818 S Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a free Not-So-Scary Halloween Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of Halloween fun, sweet treats, hobby vendors and festive activities! Want to be part of the fun? Sign up to decorate your trunk and hand out candy to our … [Read more...] about Hope Valley Farms YMCA’s Not-So-Scary Trunk or Treat Oct. 31

Tricks for Treats at PetSmart Oct. 17 and 25

PetSmart announced on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Tricks for Treats on October 17, and October 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Dress your pet (and yourself!) in costume and stop at treat stations throughout the store. Come celebrate Halloween with FREE swag, treats and a selfie station. In addition, meet the "spooky" pets (that creep, slither and crawl) on … [Read more...] about Tricks for Treats at PetSmart Oct. 17 and 25

Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Oct. 30

St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend and open to all. All are welcome for a night of costumes, treats, and lots of fun! Decorated cars will be set up in St. Paul's parking lot, welcoming treaters and tricksters alike! Hot dogs will be served … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Oct. 30

Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 17

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department's annual Boo Bash will take place in Downtown Wake Forest, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. The Halloween Boo Bash is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. This year’s festivities will include: … [Read more...] about Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 17

Kick or Treat the Trail in Knightdale Oct. 30

The Town of Knightdale and Neuse River Futbol Alliance are hosting Kick or Treat the Trail on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. It will take place at Knightdale Station Park, 306 Knightdale Station Run, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free event. The festivities include: Costumes are welcome. … [Read more...] about Kick or Treat the Trail in Knightdale Oct. 30

Owloween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton Oct. 31 (free family event)

American Wildlife Refuge is hosting Owloween on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take place at their location at 1000 McLemore Road, Clayton, NC. Admission is free. Local entertainers will be performing throughout. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Owloween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton Oct. 31 (free family event)

Trick or Treat (and Trunk or Treat) events in the Triangle in 2026

When is Trick or Treating in the Triangle in 2026? This is a commonly asked question and the answer is simple. October 31st. Neighborhood trick or treating is always on October 31st in the Triangle. It doesn’t matter what day of the week it is, or what else is going on. It’s always on Halloween. That said, there are many, many events at shopping centers, festivals, churches, and more, that … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat (and Trunk or Treat) events in the Triangle in 2026

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