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Pup-kin Fall Event at Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital Rescue Oct. 24

Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital Rescue, at 4012 Mitchell Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Pup-kin Fall Event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. It's free to attend. Meet some costumed pups who are available for adoption. Also, enjoy game, prizes and trunk or treat fun. … [Read more...] about Pup-kin Fall Event at Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital Rescue Oct. 24

Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh Oct. 31

Baptist Grove Church, at 7109 Leesville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is required at the above link. This free event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh Oct. 31

Trick or Eat on Main Street in Garner Oct. 10, including touch-a-truck and food truck rodeo

Downtown Garner, North Carolina, is hosting Trick or Treat on Main Street on October 10, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. This free event takes in Downtown Garner, around 120 E Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, and combines several events. It's free and family friendly. This event has something for all ages! Costumes encouraged – kids can Trick-or-Treat down Main Street. Trick-or-Eat Food Truck … [Read more...] about Trick or Eat on Main Street in Garner Oct. 10, including touch-a-truck and food truck rodeo

Trunk or Treat at Durham Co-op Oct. 24

Durham Co-op, at 1111 W Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its first Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Besides collecting treats, enjoy live music and crafts. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. They're looking for trunks! Here's the registration form. All “trunkers” will receive a FREE pumpkin as a thank … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Durham Co-op Oct. 24

Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Oct. 18

Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat is back! It takes place Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. The event is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Where: The central zone of Hillsborough St (from the corner of Horne St through Logan Ct and into the North Hall Parking Lot). Check-in tables will be located at both ends of the event area: near … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Oct. 18

First Responders Unified Softball Showcase: Police vs. Fire, plus Truck or Treat, on Oct. 30

Special Olympics of North Carolina is teaming up with the Durham Police Department and Durham Fire Department to present the inaugural First Responders Unified Softball Showcase: Police vs. Fire, an exciting community event highlighting the power of Unified Sports by bringing Special Olympics athletes and first responders together on the same team. This event takes place Friday, October 30, … [Read more...] about First Responders Unified Softball Showcase: Police vs. Fire, plus Truck or Treat, on Oct. 30

Durham Community Concert Band: Spooktacular Fall Concert and Trunk or Treat Oct. 29

Durham Community Concert Band is one of the largest community bands in North Carolina, with over 100 musicians. The band offers several free concerts every year. Here's what's coming up. Spooktacular Fall ConcertThursday, October 29, 20266:30 p.m. (Trunk or Treat at 6 p.m.)Durham Central Park501 Foster Street, Durham, North CarolinaFree Costumes are encouraged! Bring the kids for … [Read more...] about Durham Community Concert Band: Spooktacular Fall Concert and Trunk or Treat Oct. 29

Trunk or Treat at Saint Francis United Methodist Church, Cary Oct. 25, with free hot dogs

Saint Francis United Methodist Church, at 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC, is hosting a trunk or treat event on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a free event. Children of all ages are invited. Car trunks will be decorated with various themes and filled with candy and other treats. Come in costume and enjoy an evening of Halloween family fun with games and FREE hot … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Saint Francis United Methodist Church, Cary Oct. 25, with free hot dogs

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