Halloween is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the Dallas-Fort Worth area! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for haunted houses or a family searching for pumpkin patches and kid-friendly activities, my list of Halloween events in the DFW area in 2024 is packed with fun for all ages. From spooky festivals to trick-or-treat outings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during this season. As a Dallas local and real estate broker, I’ve rounded up events in over 20 cities across the metroplex so you can plan the perfect spooky day or night out. Get ready to have some frightful fun in DFW this Halloween!
Halloween Events in the DFW Area 2024
Arlington
Fright Fest
- Dates: Sept 13 – Nov 3
- Enjoy thrilling rides, haunted attractions, and spooky shows at Six Flags Over Texas during this annual Halloween celebration.
Pumpkin Nights
- Sept 19 – Oct 31
- Wander through a mesmerizing display of hand-carved pumpkins, including giant lanterns and elaborate scenes, at this enchanting outdoor event.
Aubrey
Team Family Farms Pumpkin Patch Festival
- Last Saturday of September – First Sunday of November
- Get in the Fall spirit with barrel train rides for the kids, a hay maze, photo spots and more!
Bedford
Moxley Manor Haunted Attraction
- Sept 27 – Oct 31
- Experience a terrifying journey through haunted rooms and chilling scares at Moxley Manor.
Cedar Hill
Falloween
- October 26
- Celebrate fall with a community event featuring trick-or-treating, games, and seasonal activities at Hillside Village.
Scare on the Square
- October 26
- Join the fun in downtown Cedar Hill with trick-or-treating, costume contests, and a variety of spooky activities.
Cleburne
Mainstay Farm Pumpkin Patch
- Sept 9 – Nov 3
- Enjoy a classic pumpkin patch experience with hayrides, corn mazes, and seasonal activities.
Colleyville
Harvest Festival
- October 19
- Enjoy a day of fall-themed fun with activities like hayrides, carnival games, and live entertainment at this community festival.
The Colony
Family Fright Fest
- October 12
- A family-friendly event featuring carnival games, a haunted house, and lots of Halloween fun at The Colony’s annual Fright Fest.
Haunted Shadows Lake Trail
- Weekends in October
- Brave the haunted lake trail with eerie scenes and frightful surprises along the way.
Coppell
Rejoice Lutheran Pumpkin Patch
- Mondays thru Sundays in October, starting October 5
- Rejoice Lutheran’s Annual Pumpkin Patch sells hundreds of pumpkins in every shape and size, plus a selection of festive fall and Halloween decorations. Beautiful photo opportunities are available throughout the display.
Dallas
Halloween Family Weekend
- October 26
- A weekend of Halloween-themed activities for families, including interactive performances and spooky crafts at the AT&T Performing Arts Center.
Spooktacular Nights Dallas Arboretum
- October 25 & 26
- Explore the Arboretum’s beautiful fall displays and participate in kid-friendly Halloween activities during this special weekend event.
Halloween Bar Crawl
- October 26
- Dress up and join the Halloween Bar Crawl for a night of themed drinks, costume contests, and lively fun at various bars in Dallas.
Junkyard Haunted House
- Weekends in October
- Navigate through a spooky junkyard filled with creepy creatures and unsettling thrills.
Pumpkin Patch at Dallas Farmers Market
- Sept 16 – Oct 31
- Visit the Dallas Farmers Market for a delightful pumpkin patch featuring a variety of pumpkins and fall decorations.
Denison
Elves Farm Pumpkin Patch
- Weekends in October Denison
- Discover a charming pumpkin patch with pumpkin picking, hayrides, and fall-themed fun.
Flower Mound
Woof-O-Ween
- October 23
- Dress your pup in their favorite Halloween costume and join the annual Woof-O-Ween event at the Hound Mound for a photo area, treats, prizes, and music—no registration required!
Fort Worth
Boo at the Zoo
- October 25 – 27
- Experience a spook-tacular zoo event with trick-or-treating, themed animal encounters, and Halloween fun for all ages.
Cutting Edge Haunted House
- Select Days in October
- Face your fears at one of the world’s largest haunted houses, featuring intense scares and elaborate sets.
Stockyards Ghost Tour
- Weekends in October
- Explore the haunted history of the Fort Worth Stockyards on a guided ghost tour filled with chilling tales and paranormal lore.
Trick or Treat at Fort Worth Aviation Museum
- October 26
- Enjoy a Halloween event with trick-or-treating and aviation-themed activities at the Fort Worth Aviation Museum.
Grand Prairie
Green Meadows Petting Farm
- Sept 28-29, Oct 2-31
- Explore a petting farm with a pumpkin patch, hayrides, and fun fall activities for families.
Grapevine
Bewitched By the Barn at Nash Farm
- October 26
- Experience an evening of family-friendly Halloween fun with activities, crafts, and a spooky barn experience at Nash Farm.
Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze
- Oct 4 – 31
- Navigate the corn maze, pick pumpkins, and enjoy a variety of fall activities at Hall’s Pumpkin Farm.
PumpkinFest
- Oct 4 – 20
- Celebrate fall with pumpkin carving, crafts, and festive activities at PumpkinFest.
Trick ‘R Treat Train
- October 27
- Hop aboard the Trick ‘R Treat Train for a Halloween-themed ride with candy, decorations, and festive fun!
Irving
Eerie Irving
- October 26
- Looking for things that go bump in the night? Join Eerie Irving 2024 for thrills and chills with the city’s spookiest ghouls and ghosts!
Keller
Haunted Camp Out
- October 19
- Experience a spooky campout with ghost stories, camping activities, and Halloween-themed fun at the Keller Haunted Camp Out.
McKinney
Halloween at the Heard
- October 12
- Enjoy Halloween-themed activities, crafts, and educational fun at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary.
Storybrook Ranch Pumpkin Patch
- Late September – October
- Visit a whimsical pumpkin patch with storybook-themed activities and plenty of pumpkins to choose from.
Trick or Treat Trail
- October 19
- Celebrate Halloween with a fun-filled trail of treats, games, and family-friendly activities in McKinney.
Mansfield
Boo Bash
- October 25
- Join the Boo Bash for a day of Halloween fun with costume contests, games, and plenty of candy!
Pumpkins & Bats
- October 26
- Celebrate Halloween with themed activities, pumpkin carving, and bat-themed fun at this family-friendly event.
Midlothian
Shadow Creek Pumpkin Farm
- Oct 5 – 27
- Enjoy a traditional pumpkin patch experience with hayrides, corn mazes, and fall-themed fun.
Mesquite
Pumpkinfest
- October 19
- Enjoy a festive day with pumpkin decorating, games, and Halloween-themed activities at the annual Pumpkinfest.
Plano
Christ Unity Methodist Pumpkin Patch
- Sept 23 – Oct 31
- Pick your perfect pumpkin and enjoy fall activities at this local church pumpkin patch.
Dark Hour Haunted House
- Sept 13 – Oct 31
- Experience high-intensity horror with intricately designed scenes and spine-chilling scares at Dark Hour.
Halloween on the Farm
- October 25
- Celebrate Halloween on the Farmstead with costumes, trick-or-treating, games, wagon rides, chicken feeding, a storytime featuring The Very Busy Spider, and a spider craft, plus enjoy a picnic on a beautiful fall day!
Rockwall
Blase Family Farm
- Sept 28 – Oct 30
- Experience a classic pumpkin patch with a variety of pumpkins, corn mazes, and family-friendly activities.
Royse City
Pitchfork Pumpkin Patch
- Sept 27 – Oct 31
- Enjoy a fun-filled pumpkin patch with a variety of activities including hayrides, corn mazes, and pumpkin picking.
Wylie
Boo on Ballard
- October 24
- Enjoy a spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and Halloween fun at Boo on Ballard.
No matter how you like to celebrate Halloween, this Halloween events in the DFW area 2024 list has something exciting and festive in store for you and your family. From haunted attractions to more laid-back pumpkin patches and fall festivals, there are endless ways to get into the spooky spirit this season. With events happening across more than 20 cities, you’re sure to find something near you! Be sure to mark your calendars and don’t miss out on these fantastic events happening across the area. And if you’re looking for more seasonal activities or are considering a move to Dallas, I’d love to help you navigate the best neighborhoods and find your dream home. Be sure to join my email list for monthly updates with tips on local happenings, real estate insights, and more to help you enjoy everything our city has to offer!
