As Halloween approaches, Montgomery County comes alive with wonderful seasonal celebrations. From ghostly decorations and costume parties to spine-tingling scares and family-friendly festivities, our local events offer something for everyone to enjoy!
🎨 Festivals + Markets 💀
- Mid-Atlantic Antiques Festival – Poolesville
Oct. 25 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm + Oct. 26 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Mid-Atlantic Antiques Festival is set to showcase over 60 antique dealers from all over the country! Attend later this month to experience the world of antiques, with the bonus of food trucks, local wine and craft beer. (Website)
- Old Line Market – Poolesville
Nov. 1 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm + Nov. 2 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Visit a vintage market with over 60 vendors selling artisan goods, decor, and flowers. (Website)
🏠 Haunted Houses, Forests, + Trails 👻
- Markoff’s Haunted Forest – Dickerson
Through Nov. 1 from 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Haunted forest with Midway, Haunted Trail & The Town. Ages 12+. (Website)
- Leech Woods Haunted Attractions – Damascus
Through Nov. 1
Historic haunted trail + hayride. Ages 12+. (Website)
- Mystery Mansion – Chevy Chase
Oct. 31 – Nov. 1 at 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Indoor haunted house for ages 3–10, with crafts and s’mores. (Website)
🎥 Films + Plays 🧟
- Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure – Glen Echo
Oct. 18 – Nov. 3
Puppet show for ages 4–8. (Website)
- Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror – North Bethesda
Nov. 1 at 7:30 pm
Silent film with live music. (Website)
🎉 Costume Parties + Happy Hour 🧛
- Halloween Crystal Ball with Tula & Regina – Germantown
Oct. 31 at 8:00 pm
Drag show + costume party. (Website)
- Acoustics & Ales – Boyds
Oct. 25 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
This Halloween season, two fan-favorite events are brewing into one unforgettable evening! Acoustics and Ales is teaming up with Witchy Paddle to conjure a festive happy hour filled with live music, tasty brews, a cozy firepit, and spooky lake views. (Website)
- Takoma Park Monster Bash
Oct. 25 from 1pm – 4pm
The City of Takoma Park will host its annual Monster Bash on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m., kicking off in the parking lot of Takoma Park Middle School on Piney Branch Road. (Website)
- Zombie Walk and DJ Dance Party
Oct. 25 at 5:00 pm
The undead are back — and so is the Zombie Walk (modified). Kick things off at All Set Restaurant, then drag through the streets of downtown Silver Spring for the annual Zombie Walk, and finish the night with after-parties around town. (Website)
🎃 Family Friendly Events 🍬
- Halloween Eye Spy Trains – Bethesda
Weekends through Oct. 26
Mini-train ride spotting pumpkins & ghosts. (Website)
- Max’s Best Ice Cream Halloween Spooktacular – Bethesda
Oct. 31 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Free candy, costume discounts, raffles. (Website)
- Not-So-Spooky Skate – Silver Spring
Oct. 24 from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm + Oct. 30 from 5:45 pm – 7:45 pm
Costume parade + crafts. (Website)
- Butler’s Orchard Pumpkin Festival – Germantown
Sept. 20 – Nov. 2
Offering activities like hayrides, mazes, slides, and live music, spending a day at the Butler’s Orchard Pumpkin Festival is a great way to get the most out of fall. (Website)
- Spooky Season PokeFair – Gaithersburg
Oct. 26 from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Buy, battle and trade Pokemon cards and compete in various Pokemon games or the Pokemon cosplay contest. Packed with candy board-making and candy-themed activities, this event will be a fun night out for your child! (Website)
- Silver Spring Fall-O-Ween – Silver Spring
Oct. 26 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Offering delicious food, plenty of vendors, and activities for the kids, this event is a great way to spend a fall day. (Website)
- Trunk or Treat – Burtonsville
Oct. 25 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Get ready for a night of costumes, candy and community fun! Families are invited walk through a festive parking lot filled with creatively decorated car trunks and enjoy trick-or-treating in a safe and fun environment. (Website)
- Fall Harvest Festival – Potomac
Oct. 31 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This event is free and for all ages. Join us for family fun and games at our Fall Harvest Festival! There will also be candy and treats, a costume contest, music, arts and crafts, giveaways, and more! (Website)
- Spooktacular Rec or Treat – Damascus
Oct. 25 from 1 pm – 3 pm
Join us for a spine-tingling family-friendly event designed to bring the magic of the season to our charming Damascus community! (Website)
- Monster Bash: Halloween Family Dance – Silver Spring
Oct. 26 from 3 pm – 5:30 pm
Welcome to the Halloween Family Dance! This red-carpet event will feature a DJ, face painting, and light refreshments. Halloween costumes are highly recommended! (Website)
- Haunted House – Silver Spring
Oct. 31 from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Wear your costume and bring your Halloween spirit to walk the spooky haunted house! (Website)
- Fall Festival – Chevy Chase
Nov. 2 from 12 pm – 2:30 pm
Join us as we celebrate the fall season with inflatables, face painting, arts and crafts, food trucks, resource tables and more! This indoor/outdoor event is open to all ages. (Website)
- BOOtanica – Wheaton
Oct. 26 from 3pm to 6pm
Celebrate the fall season and the spirit of Halloween with botanical-themed fun for the whole family. Dress in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat at the indoor activity stations, and participate in arts-and-crafts projects. (Website)
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