Halloween Events

Halloween Events

Trick or Treat! It’s that magical time for kids and adults to embrace their imaginations and dress-up in the spirit of Halloween! We love this holiday, possibly more than any other! Halloween brings out the kid in everyone, and gives us a great sense of community as we decorate our homes, visit our neighbours and shell our candy on Halloween night. There are so many great family events in and around Toronto – check them out and get into the spirit with your friends and families! Happy Halloween!

Meaford Scarecrow Invasion

Date:

Sep 29, 2017

Venue:

Downtown Meaford

The “Invasion of Scarecrows” begins in mid September through to mid October. More than 250 scarecrows will be found in the downtown area alone – dangling  from downtown lamp posts, hiding in bushes and ...
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September Weekends at the Scarborough Museum

Date:

Sep 1, 2018

Venue:

Scarborough Museum

Since fall is just around the corner and its harvest season, join Scarborough Museum as we celebrate a popular historic crop…apples! There will be a bushel of sweet treats, including delicious stuffed baked apples ...
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Pumpkin Mania Fall Festival

Date:

Sep 22, 2018

Venue:

Rounds Ranch

Have a blast with your friends and family as you get in the Fall spirit playing pumpkin-themed games! We have a variety of fun Fall activities suitable for all ages ...
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Downey’s Pumpkinfest

Date:

Sep 22, 2018

Venue:

Downey’s Farm Market

Downey's Play area includes the Kritter Koral, pirate ship, live Entertainment, mini putt, trike track, giant sandbox, Balloon Typhoon, Face Painting, Straw Jump, farm animals, wagon rides, and loads more! ...
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Casa Loma Legends of Horror

Date:

Sep 28, 2018

Venue:

Casa Loma

An immersive theatrical interpretation of all of the classic horror figures as we lead our audience through a one hour, 2 km self-guided walking tour commencing in the lower gardens of Casa Loma and ...
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Meaford Scarecrow Invasion Parade & Festival

Date:

Sep 28, 2018

Venue:

Downtown Meaford

The “Invasion of Scarecrows” begins in mid September through to mid October. More than 250 scarecrows will be found in the downtown area alone – dangling sassily from downtown lamp posts, hiding in bushes ...
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Jack-O-Lantern Workshop

Date:

Sep 29, 2018

Venue:

Gardiner Museum

Make a Jack-O-Lantern out of clay to put in your window just in time for Halloween. Decorate it traditionally or any way you like—the sky’s the limit! Hand building: Saturday September 29, 1 – ...
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Camp Spooky

Date:

Sep 29, 2018

Venue:

Canada’s Wonderland

Join us at Canada's Wonderland for the ultimate fall festival – Camp Spooky! Families and kids can participate in a collection of scare-free Halloween activities for kids including BOO-rific mazes, trick-or-treating, foam pits, and ...
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Camp Spooky at Canada’s Wonderland

Date:

Sep 30, 2018

Venue:

Canada’s Wonderland

Join us at Canada's Wonderland for the ultimate fall festival – Camp Spooky! Families and kids can participate in a collection of scare-free Halloween activities for kids including BOO-rific mazes, trick-or-treating, foam pits, and ...
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Pumpkinferno

Date:

Oct 4, 2018

Venue:

Discovery Harbour

 Experience the phenomenon of hauntingly magical and stirring outdoor exhibits of hand-crafted funkin synthetic pumpkins, all lit up against the night-time backdrop of  Discovery Harbour. But BEWARE….new characters will be lurking about in the ...
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Brick or Treat

Date:

Oct 6, 2018

Venue:

Legoland Discovery Centre

Treat the kids to spooky, kooky, bricktastic fun all Halloween season! Jump inside the world's spookiest box of LEGO® bricks at the only Halloween Party that’s built for kids! Our LEGO® FUNgineers are busy making ...
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October Weekends at the Scarborough Museum

Date:

Oct 6, 2018

Venue:

Scarborough Museum

Let's get spooky at Scarborough Museum! Halloween is just around the corner and we've got you covered. Make a decoupage lantern and ghostly craft to decorate your home. Devil's Food Cake and Witches Brew ...
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PumpkinFest

Date:

Oct 13, 2018

Venue:

Henderson Memorial Park

Celebrate the all season with our second annual Pumpkin Fest. Many events and activities, including face painting, Team T&J, pumpkin carving and more ...
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Pumpkinville

Date:

Oct 13, 2018

Venue:

Greenwood Conservation Park

Free admission! This fall event has been a community favourite for years. Activities include horse-drawn wagon rides, pumpkin patch, inflatable rides, haunted house, face painting, children’s activities, live entertainment, interactive experiences and more ...
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Halloween at Drysdales

Date:

Oct 19, 2018

Venue:

Drysdales Farm

Be it their first Halloween or recapturing memories of past, the Harvest Village provides everything for a memorable October outing. Beginning in October we will help you in your search for the great pumpkin ...
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Halloween Spooktacular

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Halton County Radial Railway

All ages event! Walk through the haunted car barn and travel in the old, creaky streetcars along the mainline and enjoy some hot apple cider & scary snacks. If you’re a Halloween fan this ...
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Zombie Hunt Thrill Ride

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Wasaga Adventure Park

Experience the thrill of shooting zombies as you and your friends or family ride into the deep dark woods on an unforgettable adventure! Ride our trailer into the woods to find the zombies and ...
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Family Fright Fiesta

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Georgina Pioneer Village & Archives

Join us as we bring the Pioneer Village to life in the spirit of the Halloween season. There will be lots of activities for the entire family! Event Features: Dan the Music Man Eerie ...
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Little Creatures of the Night Parent and Tot Program

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Toronto Zoo

Calling all little creatures! Come explore what happens after little creatures like you head to bed. Experience  unique adaptations of the animals who rule the forest after the sun goes down. Included: Educational playtime ...
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Howling Hootenanny

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Black Creek Pioneer Village

This family friendly event runs from 11:00 – 4:30 pm on October 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th. Featuring: Live entertainment Trick or Treat Village Haunted Maze Apple Sling-shot Spooky stories Pumpkin Decorating ...
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Halloween Mask-Making Workshop for Families

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Todmorden Mills

Todmorden Mills: Use your imagination to create a spooky Halloween mask in this family workshop. Treats provided! Suitable for children 6 years and up. Children must be accompanied by adults ...
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Halloween Train

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

York-Durham Heritage Railway, Uxbridge Train Station

Put on your costumes and join us for a spooktacular heritage train ride with on-board entertainment. Children will receive a treat bag upon departing the train. Children 12 and under in costume ride for ...
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Spook Fest Innisfil

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Innisfil Lions Inc

Vendors, artisans, crafters all under one roof. Trick or treating for kids. Costumes welcome. Free to everyone to come out and enjoy a great weekend of fun for everyone. Tons of amazing prizes and ...
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Boo at the Zoo

Date:

Oct 20, 2018

Venue:

Toronto Zoo

Calling all costumed kiddies! Come discover trick-or-treat stations throughout the Tundra Trek, with fun activities to test your animal knowledge - you have to pass the test to get your treat! ...
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Family Funday: Digging History

Date:

Oct 21, 2018

Venue:

Royal Ontario Museum

Dig into history as the ROM celebrates International Archaeology Day! From the oldest tools ever used by hominids to the latest technology available to archaeologists, dig, decipher and uncover the secrets to our shared ...
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Fort York After Dark: Lantern Tours

Date:

Oct 23, 2018

Venue:

Fort York

Tour the grounds of Fort York at night, and hear stories about this national treasure and the history that surrounds it ...
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LEGO Fun!

Date:

Oct 25, 2018

Venue:

Sheridan Centre

Join us for a free LEGO building contest! All ages and abilities are welcome. Come out to challenge your friends and have fun. Special guest judge: LEGO Master Builder - Brickman Graeme. Email info@sheridancentre.ca ...
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The Great Pumpkin Trail

Date:

Oct 25, 2018

Venue:

Royal Botanical Gardens

It’s a magical evening on the Pumpkin Trail! Hundreds of jack-o-lanterns light your way along our garden and South Bridle Trail. Enjoy live entertainment, face painting and pumpkin-themed activities and games. Food and beverage ...
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Halloween Costume Party at Castle Village

Date:

Oct 26, 2018

Venue:

Castle Village Enchanted Kingdom

Dress up and and visit the castle for Halloween! Pumpkin carving contest and display! Music, Fun and Prizes! ...
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Scaryfest 2018 at Markham Museum

Date:

Oct 26, 2018

Venue:

Markham Museum

Join us as we transform our 25-acre site into a ghoulishly grand Halloween town perfect for children 10 and under! With your treat bag in tow, trick-or-treat around the Museum grounds where you will ...
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Haunted Halloween: Night Circus

Date:

Oct 26, 2018

Venue:

Westfield Heritage Village

Lit by lanterns, candles and pumpkins, the village is a beautiful and unique place to explore at nighttime. Travel throughout the village and see what surprises await.  You never know what might be behind ...
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Kreepy Kortright

Date:

Oct 26, 2018

Venue:

Kortright Centre for Conservation

Celebrate the Halloween spirit with spooky and scary activities at Kortright. Discover a haunted house, a frightening forest walk, Halloween activities, bonfire, scary stories and live animals. Fun for children 10 and under. Children ...
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HALLOWEEN KIDS EVENT 2018: PRINCESS BELLE, SPIDERMAN, TRANSFORMER AND MINION KIDS PARTY!

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Toronto (Finch) Branch

Beware! It’s finally October, the month we at Fairyland Theatre are always eagerly waiting for. Yes, you guessed right: We are ready for Halloween Kids Event 2018, and we can’t wait for you to ...
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Fairyland Theatre Halloween Party

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Fairyland Theatre

Beware! It’s finally October, the month we at Fairyland Theatre are always eagerly waiting for. Yes, you guessed right: We are ready for Halloween Kids Event 2018, and we can’t wait for you to ...
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Orpheus Cinema: Peter Pan Family Matinee

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Eglinton St George’s Church

Join us as we take flight to Neverland! Voices soar alongside flying children, fairies and mystical ships as Orpheus provides its own live choral soundtrack to the 1924 classic film fantasy Peter Pan. Organ ...
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Orpheus Cinema: Peter Pan

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Eglinton St. George’s Church

Join us as we take flight to Neverland! Voices soar alongside flying children, fairies and mystical ships as Orpheus provides its own live choral soundtrack to the 1924 classic film fantasy Peter Pan. Organ ...
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Halloween at the Bata Shoe Museum

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Bata Shoe Museum

Say boo at the BSM this October and join us for a spooktacular weekend of family fun. Decorate a Halloween-inspired cookie, make a special craft and play ISpy in the galleries. Kids in costume ...
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Trick or Treat!

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Latcham Art Centre

Calling all ghosts, goblins and ghouls! Pick up a spooky take-home Halloween art treat. *While quantities last. Free! Suitable for children 3+. LATCHAM SATURDAYS - Weekly opportunities to make art, see art and explore ...
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Rouge Valley Halloween Fun!

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Rouge Valley Conservation Area

Lots of friendly activities for the kids Haunted house visit if you DARE!! Marshmallows and Campfire Kids - wear their costumes, chance to win a prize! Bring a travel mug - hot chocolate, tea ...
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BOOseum Fun at the Museum

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Elman W. Campbell Museum

Join us for a howling good time as we turn the museum into a slightly scary BOOseum!  See Halloween displays, make a craft, and go on a Halloween hunt to win a prize!  Freelance ...
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Halloween Train

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

York-Durham Heritage Railway, Uxbridge Train Station

Put on your costumes and join us for a spooktacular heritage train ride with on-board entertainment. Children will receive a treat bag upon departing the train. Children 12 and under in costume ride for ...
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Black Harvest Festival

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Downtown Collingwood

The tradition of Hallowe’en and the Black Harvest Festival continues in historically Chilling Downtown Collingwood with Witches (and Warlocks) of the ‘Wood taking over the town. Mark Saturday October 28th on your calendar and ...
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Halloween Spooktacular at the BSM

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Bata Shoe Museum

Say boo at the BSM this October and join us for a spooktacular weekend of family fun.  Decorate a Halloween-inspired cookie, make a special craft and play ISpy in the galleries.  Kids in costume ...
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Pumpkinfest in the Junction!

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

The Sweet Potato

Join The Sweet Potato in their Halloween decorated receiving bay, just west of The Natural Apothecary, on Saturday October 27th from 1pm to 4pm for Pumpkin Fest 2018. Families, can carve a free pumpkin ...
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Retro Halloween Family Drop-In

Date:

Oct 27, 2018

Venue:

Todmorden Mills

Celebrate Halloween traditions of the past at Todmorden Mills. Tour our historic homes, sample old-time treats and make a creepy craft. Costumes encouraged! ...
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Family Halloween Dance Party

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Glow Event Centre and Party Lounge

Dress up and join our Halloween dance party and costume contest in a nightclub just for kids! Fun for the whole family, (kids, teens and adults!) Dance Party | Cool Prizes | Live MC ...
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St. Joseph’s Toronto West Halloween Fest

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Bloor West Village (between Jane and Runnymede

Families are in for a treat! On Sunday, October 28, 2018, St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation is hosting its seventh annual St. Joseph’s Toronto West Halloween Fest in the heart of Bloor West Village ...
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Spooktacular Halloween Party

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Gym O Gym

Join us for a spooktacular party with your little one(s). This event features: - Your first Haunted house - Meet your favorite Princess / Queen / SuperHero - Best Costume Contest - Halloween Craft ...
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Monster Dash

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Ontario Science Centre

This years' Monster Dash consists once again of a Spooky Mile, 5km & 10km run/walk. Bring your friends & family, walk your child down the Spooky Mile for some trick or treating and then ...
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2nd Annual Halloween Spooktacular Open House

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Explorum

Join the Richmond Hill Board of Trade for their second annual Halloween Spooktacular Open House. There will be candy, contests and more! ...
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Ghoulicious

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre

Trick or Treat! How about both? Visit the Museum’s historic buildings in search of treats, decorate a sugar cookie, and create a spooky craft! Recommended Ages: 3-10. Children: $10. Adults: $5.00. Pre-registration required ...
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Evergreen’s Annual Day of the Dead Celebration

Date:

Oct 28, 2018

Venue:

Evergreen Brick Works

Join us for a special celebration of Latin American culture, with all day activities for families and adults alike! The festval features live music, great food, dance and more! ...
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Halloween Supercharged

Date:

Oct 31, 2018

Venue:

Milliken Wesleyan Methodist Church

Hey! Are you looking for a fun and safe place to bring your children this Halloween? Come to Milliken Church! It's a FREE event for EVERYONE and ANYONE! There will be carnival games, toys, ...
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Mimico Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Mimico Square

Bring your Jack-O-Lanterns down to light up Mimico Square and Amos Waites Park on Thursday Nov 1st starting at 6pm. Your neighbour can’t make it? “Leave no Pumpkin Behind” and bring their stranded pumpkins ...
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Gibson House Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Gibson House

Bring your carved pumpkin to Gibson House Museum to showcase your design. Pumpkins will be lit up and displayed through the evening. The Pumpkin Party includes cooking demonstrations in the historic kitchen, hot apple ...
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St James Park Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

St. James Park

Join us on Thursday, November 1st from 6-7:30pm for our annual Halloween Pumpkin Parade!  Display your creative jack-o-lantern, mingle with your neighbours and enjoy some free hot chocolate and apple cider (while supplies last!) ...
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Streetsville Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Streetsville Village Square

Thursday, November 1st 6: 30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Streetsville Village Square Let those beautiful pumpkins have one last moment in the spotlight – bring your best carved creations down to the Streetsville ...
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Trinity Bellwoods Park Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Explorum

Located just north of the Recreation Centre on Crawford St on the east/west path, come enjoy the neighbourhood pumpkins as they ‘parade’ for your viewing pleasure. Bring the kids, friends and pets for the ...
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Southeast Scarborough Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Port Union Common Park

Show off your Halloween pumpkins and costumes and keep the Halloween fun going for one more night at this free event. Bring your carved pumpkins and a votive candle to Port Union Village Common ...
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Sorauren Park Pumpkin Parade

Date:

Nov 1, 2018

Venue:

Sorauren Park

Every Nov. 1, the day after Halloween, the world-famous Pumpkin Parade takes place at Sorauren Park. With close to 2,000 pumpkins on display in recent years, the Parade is a neighbourhood and even regional ...
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Tile Painting: Dias de los Muertos

Date:

Nov 4, 2018

Venue:

Gardiner Museum

Come celebrate the end of Dias de los Muertos with us! In Mexican tradition, Dias de los Muertos honours close ones that have passed on. Try your hand at making colourful tiles with sugar ...
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