{"id":296742,"date":"2026-09-30T09:06:28","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T09:06:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/296742\/"},"modified":"2026-09-30T09:06:28","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T09:06:28","slug":"more-than-65-not-so-spooky-halloween-events-and-fall-festivals-for-pittsburgh-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/296742\/","title":{"rendered":"More than 65 not-so-spooky Halloween events and fall festivals for Pittsburgh families"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The month of October has become a season in itself, brimming with Halloween events for Pittsburgh kids. You can visit farms to hop on a tractor to the pumpkin fields, head to a Jack-o-Lantern Extravanganza or enjoy outdoor movie screenings. Or dress up in costume for a themed afternoon tea, Halloween parties and more seasonal celebrations.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve gathered a list of all the Halloween-related events that tone down the frightening bits to keep the fun kid-friendly. Scroll on to find the most exciting (but not-so-spooky!) activities for your little monsters!<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 4: Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters, Kamin Science Center. Dazzling lasers, harmonic melodies, and catchy lyrics you can\u2019t help but sing along to.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.carnegiemuseums.org\/events\/154710\/?kid=1&amp;site=KSC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Tickets<\/a> are $7, separate from Science Center admission.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 25: Trax Farms Fall Festival. The festival operates on weekends with hayrides, pumpkin picking, a three-acre maze, yard games and farm animals. <a href=\"https:\/\/traxfarms.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Festival admission<\/a>\u00a0is free. Hayrides are $12 online, $14 onsite, free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PUMPKINS-harvest-valley-e1726609916464.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143529\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"403\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PUMPKINS-harvest-valley-e1726609916464.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PUMPKINS-harvest-valley-e1726609916464.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"403\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Harvest Farm.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 30: Harvest Valley Farms Fall Festival.\u00a0October weekends transform the working farm into a pick-your-own pumpkin festival with a straw tunnel, hayrides, cornstalk maze and corn pit. Live music, food and craft beer will keep the grownups entertained.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.harvestvalleyfarms.com\/fall-festival\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is free with activities individually priced.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 31:\u00a0Miniature Railroad &amp; Village Scavenger Hunt, Kamin Science Center.\u00a0Miniature Jack-o\u2019-lanterns will be hidden throughout the Miniature Railroad display. How many can your family find? The scavenger hunt is included with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kaminsciencecenter.org\/visit\/pricing-and-tickets\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">general admission<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 31: Freedom Farms Fall Festival. Visit the farm on October weekends (plus Columbus\/Indigenous Peoples Day) for tractor rides, a challenging corn maze, corn pit, hay mountain, petting zoo and pick-your-own sunflowers, with a Trunk-or-Treat planned for Oct. 25. Military Appreciation Day takes place on Oct. 24, with free admission for military, vets, police, fighters and EMS workers and their families. On Oct. 25, moms are admitted free for Moms Appreciation Day. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomfarmspa.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Festival admission<\/a> is $10, free for ages 3 and younger. The Pumpkin Patch, pony rides and face painting are priced separately.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/not-so-scary-hallowboo.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-119708\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"not so scary halloween Pittsburgh\" width=\"700\" height=\"413\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/not-so-scary-hallowboo.jpeg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-119708\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/not-so-scary-hallowboo.jpeg\" alt=\"not so scary halloween Pittsburgh\" width=\"700\" height=\"413\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Idlewild Park.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 31: HalloBoo!, Idlewild Park. Come in costume to trick-or-treat through Story Book Forest, hop on your favorite rides, and enjoy special seasonal entertainment like the Castle Creatures Monster Party, plus Foam Parties and Bubble Blasts. More than 40 rides will be operating during HalloBoo! Have a giggle with daily meet-and-greets and story time with Spookley the Square Pumpkin. Experience fun surprises wandering through the Mystic Wilds Jungle Maze or find your way through the more traditional Corn Maze. HalloBoo! operates on Saturdays and Sundays. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idlewild.com\/discover-the-park\/hallowboo\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0starts at $34.99.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-fun-fore-all.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-71362\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"291\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-fun-fore-all.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-71362\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-fun-fore-all.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"291\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Fun Fore All.<\/p>\n<p>Through Oct. 31: Trick-or-Treat Mini Golf, Fun Fore All.\u00a0Combine trick-or-treat with a Halloween-themed round of mini-golf. Kids can show off their costumes and golf skills on the creepy course and receive a trick-or-treat bag of goodies.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/funforeall.com\/trickortreat\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is $13 for grownups and older kids, $10 for kids ages 3-12, ages 2 and younger are free with a paying adult. Ten percent of admissions go to Rowan Elementary PTA.<\/p>\n<p>Through Nov. 1: Simmons Farms Fall Festival, Simmons Farms.\u00a0Activities include pumpkin, apple and flower picking, a 100-foot mega slide, petting zoo, hayrides, duck races and human hamster wheels.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.simmonsfarm.com\/hayridesfallactivities.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activity wristbands<\/a>\u00a0are $19-$24, free for kids measuring less than 33 inches.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759182_447_OCT-kennywood-photo-by-Sally-Quinn.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83771\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"607\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759182_447_OCT-kennywood-photo-by-Sally-Quinn.jpeg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759182_447_OCT-kennywood-photo-by-Sally-Quinn.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"607\"  \/><\/a>Photo by Sally Quinn.<\/p>\n<p>Through Nov. 1:\u00a0Phantom Fall Fest, Kennywood Park. The annual Halloween event features over 30 rides and attractions with family fun during the day and super-scary zones after dark. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kennywood.com\/buy-tickets\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0starts at $30.<\/p>\n<p>Through Nov. 1: Fall Fest, Soergel Orchard.\u00a0Weekends will be programmed with games and activities, tractor rides, flower picking, pumpkin and apple picking, plus great food. Friday night hayrides begin Oct. 2. Weekday afternoons include flower, pumpkin and apple picking.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/soergels.com\/fall-update\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is free with individual activities priced separately.<\/p>\n<p>Through Nov. 1: Triple B Farms Fall Festival, Triple B Farms.\u00a0Explore the Big Boo Barn, ride Scootin\u2019 Scooters and play a game of Grain Bin Basketball. Other entertainment includes the\u00a0Singing Chicken Show, hayrides and two corn mazes.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.triplebfarms.com\/fall_festival.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activity wristbands<\/a>\u00a0are $18.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/FALL-oktoberfest-e1758559623617.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-172120\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759182_204_FALL-oktoberfest-1024x683.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-172120\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759182_204_FALL-oktoberfest-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 1-11: Oktoberfest Pittsburgh, Downtown.\u00a0Oktoberfest returns for its third year with new and returning attractions, including the Ferris Wheel on the Clemente Bridge, Weiner Dog Races and Kinderplay activities for the kiddies. Find the complete\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/downtownpittsburgh.com\/oktpgh\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">schedule here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 2-Nov. 1: Jack O\u2019Lantern Extravaganza, Pittsburgh Zoo &amp; Aquarium.\u00a0This family-friendly night-time event is the perfect combination of fun, the spirit of autumn and artistry. Over 3,500 hand-carved pumpkins offer a dazzling walk-through display.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghzoo.org\/event\/jack-olantern-extravaganza\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $24-$26 for grownups, $18-$20 for ages 2-13.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALL0-tea.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-222205\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"600\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALL0-tea.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-222205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALL0-tea.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"600\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Omni William Penn Hotel.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 24, 25: Trick or Tea \u2013 Halloween Afternoon Tea, Omni William Penn Hotel. The Terrace Room is transformed in a spooky makeover for Trick or Tea. Guests will enjoy a themed selection of tea sandwiches and decadent desserts. Costumes and festive attire are encouraged. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opentable.com\/the-terrace-room\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Reservations<\/a> are $65 for grownups, $35 for kids.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18: Autumnfest, Seven Springs.\u00a0Family fun includes live musical entertainment, chairlift rides, the alpine slide, pumpkin patch and the Kids Zone of activities.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.7springs.com\/explore-the-resort\/activities-and-events\/event-detail.aspx?id=%7B7ccb6410-ad55-4275-b35a-235e6905c230%7D#main_nav__dropdown__2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is free, with fees for individual activities.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/PUMPKINS-freedomfarms-e1726610048540.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-119505\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"529\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PUMPKINS-freedomfarms-e1695149041522-1024x846.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-119505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PUMPKINS-freedomfarms-e1695149041522-1024x846.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"529\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Freedom Farms.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-18, 24-25: Freedom Farms Fall Fest, Valencia.\u00a0The fall fun includes tractor rides, a challenging corn maze, corn pit, hay mountain, the graveyard, petting zoo and pick-your-own sunflowers. Additional fees are required for activities like pony rides and face painting.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freedomfarmspa.com\/fall-festival\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $10, free for ages 3 and younger. Military Appreciation Day is Oct. 24, moms are free on Oct. 25, when the Trunk-or-Treat is planned.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 4: Game Show Halloween Bash, Oaks Theater. Join O\u2019Ryan the O\u2019Mazing, Weird Eric and the hilarious Harmon Bros. for an interactive, family-friendly Halloween experience packed with entertainment from start to finish. Kids are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes and get ready to participate in the games. <a href=\"https:\/\/events.leapevents.com\/event\/spooky-gameshow-halloween-bash\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $20, free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 4 and 18, Nov. 1: Kids Days, Haunted Acres Manor. The super scary Haunted Acres Manor offers special afternoon Kids Days with a lights-on, scare-free haunted house walk-through, maze admission, touch-a-trucks, meet and greets with special characters and midway photo-ops. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hundredacresmanor.com\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $15, which includes a craft, a game ticket and special treats.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83935\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"270\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83935\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"270\"  \/><\/a>Image courtesy of Kamin Science Center.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 5-31: Laser Family Halloween, Kamin Science Center.\u00a0You\u2019re in for a ghoulish good time with the whole family. Do the Monster Mash and the Time Warp and enjoy eerie classics such as \u201cThriller\u201d and \u201cSuperstition\u201d under the lasers. <a href=\"https:\/\/kaminsciencecenter.org\/planetarium\/laser-shows\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $7.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83934\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"341\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83934\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-laser.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"341\"  \/><\/a>Image courtesy of Kamin Science Center.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 5-31: Laser \u201cStranger Things,\u201d Kamin Science Center.\u00a0Take a trip to the upside-down in the safety of the dome. Experience the \u201980s tunes and soundscapes from the entire series reinterpreted in vibrant laser light.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kaminsciencecenter.org\/planetarium\/laser-shows\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $7.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 8-25: \u201cDracula: A Comedy of Terrors,\u201d Little Lake Theatre Company.\u00a0Bram Stoker meets Mel Brooks in this hysterical fast-paced farce full of wordplay, quick changes and absurd antics. Whether your kids love spooky stories or silly comedy, this fang-tastic spoof will have you howling. Best for age 13 and older.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/us.patronbase.com\/_LittleLakeTheatre\/Productions\/170\/Performances\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $25 for grownups, $15 for ages 18 and younger.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/HALLOWEEN-monster-house_1-e1726930216672.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-143840\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"240\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-monster-house_1-1024x384.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-143840\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-monster-house_1-1024x384.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"240\"\/><\/a>Image courtesy of Columbia Pictures.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 9, 10, 16 and 17: Halloween Movies in the Park, Allegheny County Parks. \u201cMonster House\u201d (PG) and \u201cSixth Sense\u201d (PG-13) will play as double features at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at Hartwood Acres (Oct. 9), White Oak Park (Oct. 10), Round Hill Park (Oct.16), and Deer Lakes Park (Oct. 17). Pack chairs, blankets and snacks for these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleghenycounty.us\/Parks-and-Events\/Special-Events\/Halloween-Movies-in-the-Parks\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">free admission screenings<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-Trick-or-Trolley-10.30.22-95-1-e1726934467445.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143846\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-Trick-or-Trolley-10.30.22-95-1-e1726934467445.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143846\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-Trick-or-Trolley-10.30.22-95-1-e1726934467445.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 9-11, 16-18:\u00a0Magic Pumpkin Trolley, Pennsylvania Trolley Museum.\u00a0Plant a magic pumpkin seed, and then, after a trolley ride through beautiful fall scenery, your pumpkin seed will have magically grown to its full pumpkin size. Other activities include pumpkin decorating, complimentary refreshments and interactive exhibits. A sensory-sensitive session is planned for Oct. 9. <a href=\"https:\/\/pa-trolley.org\/events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $23 for grownups, $22 for seniors and kids free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 10: Special Effects Makeup, MuseumLab. Learn tips and tricks the professionals use in this hands-on, special effects makeup crash course. Get started on your Halloween transformation into a gruesome creature or magical beauty in this two-hour workshop. Participants must be 9 years or older. <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.pittsburghkids.org\/2792\/3882\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a> is $15.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 11: Monster Brass Bash, New Hazlett Theater. River City Brass Band and the Children\u2019s Museum present a special, family-friendly afternoon packed with music and creativity. Free, hands-on activities run from noon-5 p.m. The 3 p.m. concert features spooky, familiar favorites from \u201cGhostbusters,\u201d \u201cThe Nightmare Before Christmas,\u201d \u201cHarry Potter\u201d and \u201cJaws.\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/ci.ovationtix.com\/36406\/performance\/11868591?performanceId=11868591\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Concert tickets<\/a> are $35 for grownups, $25 for kids.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-hocus-pocus.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83917\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"625\" height=\"443\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-hocus-pocus.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-83917\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-hocus-pocus.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"625\" height=\"443\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Disney.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 11: \u201cHocus Pocus\u201d Cinebrunch, Oaks Theater. The Halloween classic screening includes a pre-movie brunch of a breakfast sandwich, bacon or sausage, hash browns, a donut from Oakmont Bakery and beverage. <a href=\"https:\/\/events.leapevents.com\/event\/hocus-pocus-cinebrunch-2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Advance tickets<\/a> are $25. Deadline is Oct. 9.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 15: Little Historians Storytime: Halloween, Heinz History Center. Tiny witches and wizards are invited to get into the Halloween spirit. Enjoy spell-binding tales, sweet treats, and spooky crafts designed especially for little learners. Costumes are encouraged. Admission is $20 for grownups, $18 for seniors, free for ages 17 and younger.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-spooky-spirits-2025.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-178595\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"570\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-spooky-spirits-2025.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-178595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-spooky-spirits-2025.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"570\"  \/><\/a>Image courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 15 and 16: Spooky Spirits Walk, Frick Pittsburgh.\u00a0Explore the macabre, haunting history of Pittsburgh\u2019s East End on a guided walk of the Frick grounds. From the city\u2019s link to the \u201ccrime of the century\u201d to the real-life origins of the city\u2019s most enduring urban legends, discover the darker side of the East End. Two drink vouchers and a sweet treat are included in the cost of the ticket. Registration for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn=u001.AcQlPfK8RS3KtmGs6bSt-2F1E3n3bedpJcNRYuAQ0ztTfHJpiu0pkx8bbXIeU1P3ZXBzs86LoTz2GOGVZjie8ullPvMAcE4-2Bms7NuLWNsZrpk-3DiZyE_4Xbmid-2BD4dPxovr6GIcb03Bfc9aRXhrreghwKj5wlS7CbROLOWK6SdHgHiw47ixwc-2Fj4Xf5Z601vgvsIXGtlE6czHN2ZxTDPoKEjz5hdFIFJt282RD9Vm80cbSe2SJvzIgxyoShk97vvcoIbfV2qacKJq93pdEVkbScG2ZtwNGEeUaz7XdB3CIeTHs-2BnJGQs5xAPLP-2BmeOPTmWsLmZcVwVZi1ajOIYq2dG-2FQtVTWT6bshLkZBSZWtFh0XQk4nYSQgkHnQlnInmhEdCu7tHGqdi5kteH22oC-2FJxdJ1RKAMvPVJNZJgaE4CaIKZNzvP4M5zK36VCYuBYLw5LuvWc3OPD6ZaY8dqwshhPyQwskWgFIjyO8zvOuGTHAeEhCzMBVX\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Oct. 15\u00a0<\/a>or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn=u001.AcQlPfK8RS3KtmGs6bSt-2F1E3n3bedpJcNRYuAQ0ztTfHJpiu0pkx8bbXIeU1P3ZXBzs86LoTz2GOGVZjie8ultZn-2Bv-2BH2y3poF-2BEugWtUoE-3DB1AP_4Xbmid-2BD4dPxovr6GIcb03Bfc9aRXhrreghwKj5wlS7CbROLOWK6SdHgHiw47ixwc-2Fj4Xf5Z601vgvsIXGtlE6czHN2ZxTDPoKEjz5hdFIFJt282RD9Vm80cbSe2SJvzIgxyoShk97vvcoIbfV2qacKJq93pdEVkbScG2ZtwNGEeUaz7XdB3CIeTHs-2BnJGQs5xAPLP-2BmeOPTmWsLmZcVwVZi1ajOIYq2dG-2FQtVTWT6ZBfrm-2Bt0C9l-2FHVDde8LKuJsmPcTXr3geOGhE-2BR3fuJSuThrPhIgwqnD9PxhPjIfWhoTvBhFBYJ0AAytVWT1XMHdzM-2FZ4AZeZpbAGqMMrkPcLGeMe9V7-2FAtBh4aByIRIznEFuAs2-2FUsRXnQdlWJVbWu\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Oct. 16\u00a0<\/a>session. Tickets are $55 for grownups and $25 for students.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 16: Monster Mystery Family Night, Kamin Science Center. A mischievous monster stole all the Halloween candy. Help solve this mystery together with your family and\u00a0friends using real forensic techniques to find the\u00a0culprit. Come dressed in costume and explore all five floors after hours. <a href=\"https:\/\/kaminsciencecenter.org\/events\/monster-mystery-family-night\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $20 for teens and grownups, $10 for kids.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 16-17, 23-24: Creatures of the Night, Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve.\u00a0The Audubon Society\u2019s annual Halloween event, running on Fridays and Saturdays, invites families to come in costume to learn about nocturnal creatures while led along a wooded path by a larger-than-life costumed firefly. Along the way, you\u2019ll meet a great horned owl, flying squirrel and little brown bat. Expect treats, too.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/aswp.app.neoncrm.com\/nx\/portal\/event-calendar?month=9&amp;year=2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Online registration\u00a0<\/a>is $15, free for those younger than 2.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 16, 19-22: \u201cBeetlejuice,\u201d Row House Lawrenceville. You remember the story: A newly dead New England couple seeks help from a deranged demon exorcist to scare an affluent New York family out of their home. Catch it again on the big screen. Rated PG. <a href=\"https:\/\/rowhousecinemas.com\/lawrenceville\/movies\/beetlejuice\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $12.50.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17: Community Campfire, Lower Frick Park. Campfire and sticks will be provided for your own roast-ables and toast-ables. Bring blankets and chairs, as seating is limited. The evening will feature lawn games, pumpkin painting for kids and live music.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghparks.org\/event\/community-campfire-lower-frick-park\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a>\u00a0is $5 for ages 4 and older.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLO-punkin-chunkin.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-222214\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"306\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLO-punkin-chunkin.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-222214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLO-punkin-chunkin.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"306\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Allegheny County Parks.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17: Punkin Chunkin and Bark-or-Treat, Hartwood Acres. Join the Allegheny County Parks Department and SHARP Robotics from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. to watch as pumpkins are launched across the amphitheater field at Hartwood Acres Park by a full-size trebuchet. Bring pups in their best costumes to celebrate Howl-o-Ween at the free Bark or Treat event, noon-2 p.m. at the Hartwood Acres dog park. Expect treats, tricks and tennis balls. Registration is recommended for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/alleghenyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/22863?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Punkin Chunkin<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/anc.apm.activecommunities.com\/alleghenyparks\/activity\/search\/detail\/22864?onlineSiteId=0&amp;from_original_cui=true\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bark or Treat<\/a>\u00a0to ensure there are enough supplies.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-GLASS-PUMPKIN.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143841\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"420\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-GLASS-PUMPKIN.jpeg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143841\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOWEEN-GLASS-PUMPKIN.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"420\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Glass Center.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17: Great Glass Pumpkin Make-It-Now, Pittsburgh Glass Center. Make a glass pumpkin ($45 for ages 5 and older) in any color or create a fused suncatcher ($35 for ages 8 and older) or flame-worked glass candy ($30 for ages 8 and older). The experience is an opportunity to try glassmaking with the assistance of a local artist. Activities range from 20 minutes for glassblowing, flame-working and sandblasting to up to an hour for fusing. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghglasscenter.org\/event\/halloweenn-make-it-now\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a>\u00a0is required.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17: \u201cKing Kong,\u201d Rangos Giant Cinema. Explore the mysterious Skull Island with Carl Denham and his crew as they discover the terrifying beast that resides there. The 1933 film is rated PG.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.carnegiemuseums.org\/178617\/178618\/?kid=1&amp;site=KSC\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $12.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17: Haunted Trail at Camp Guyasuta, Sharpsburg.\u00a0Gather around a bonfire, stroll the haunted trail and hop on a hayride. The no-scare session runs from 3-6 p.m.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/campguyasuta.org\/haunted-guyasuta\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Advance tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $25, $30 at the gate.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17-18: Mask Making Workshop, MuseumLab. Make a custom mask using cosplay techniques, including heat-shaping EVA foam.\u00a0Get ready for Halloween, your next Con, or your top-secret superhero alter-ego. Participants must be 9 years or older. <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.pittsburghkids.org\/2792\/3884\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a> is $15.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-monster-pumpkin-Mom-with-Jack-Skellington-2Q3A5986-e1726934400406.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143847\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-monster-pumpkin-Mom-with-Jack-Skellington-2Q3A5986-e1726934400406.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143847\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-monster-pumpkin-Mom-with-Jack-Skellington-2Q3A5986-e1726934400406.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17-18: Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival, Strip District.\u00a0From a pie-eating contest and giant pumpkin sculptures to a floating pumpkin regatta, this festival celebrates all things pumpkin.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/monsterpumpkin.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is free.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17-18 and 24-25: Owl-O-Ween, National Aviary. This owl-themed Halloween party includes crafts, bird meets and goody bags. Wear a costume and pick up treats throughout the day. \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aviary.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activities<\/a>\u00a0included with aviary admission.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fall-zoo-boo.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-54667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"378\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fall-zoo-boo.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-54667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fall-zoo-boo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"378\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Zoo &amp; Aquarium.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 17-18, 24-25: ZooBoo, Pittsburgh Zoo.\u00a0Enjoy daytime trick-or-treating throughout the zoo, work on fun crafts and meet favorite costumed characters.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghzoo.org\/event\/zooboo\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activities<\/a>\u00a0included in zoo admission.<\/p>\n<p>Oct: 18: Children\u2019s Harvest Festival, Oliver Miller Homestead.\u00a0Harvest time in the 18th century wasn\u2019t all work, no play. It was an opportunity for communities to get together and enjoy each other\u2019s company. This family-friendly event places an emphasis on children\u2019s games, crafts, music and a giant leaf pile.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/olivermillerhomestead.org\/special-events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is $2.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-casper.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-96645\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"431\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-casper.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-96645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hallow-casper.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"431\"  \/><\/a>Image courtesy of Universal Pictures.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 22: \u201cCasper,\u201d Row House Lawrenceville. Casper is a kind young ghost who peacefully haunts a mansion in Maine. When specialist James Harvey arrives to communicate with Casper and his fellow spirits, he brings along his teenage daughter, Kat. Rated PG. <a href=\"https:\/\/rowhousecinemas.com\/lawrenceville\/movies\/casper\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $12.50.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 22-25: Campfire Ghost Stories, Allegheny County Parks.\u00a0Fall nights and spooky season set the scene for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleghenycounty.us\/Parks-and-Events\/Special-Events\/Campfire-Ghost-Stories\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">family-friendly ghost stories\u00a0<\/a>and songs by the glow of a roaring campfire. Halloween costumes are encouraged. Head to North Park, Settlers Cabin Park, Boyce Park or Harrison Hills Park. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Sensory-Friendly-trick-or-treat-CMNH.webp\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-183510\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sensory-Friendly-trick-or-treat-CMNH-1024x683.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-183510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sensory-Friendly-trick-or-treat-CMNH-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\"  \/><\/a>Courtesy of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23: Sensory-Friendly Trick or Treat, Carnegie Museum of Natural History.\u00a0Kids of all ages and abilities can wear their favorite costumes to listen to Halloween stories, enjoy apple cider and other tasty treats, and get a closer look at dioramas, fossils and minerals in a relaxed setting.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/carnegiemnh.org\/event\/sensory-friendly-trick-or-treat-3\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $16.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23: Boo! A Sensory-Friendly Halloween, Children\u2019s Museum of Pittsburgh. This special Halloween event is designed with a focus on providing a sensory-friendly environment. <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.pittsburghkids.org\/boo\/boo-2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a> is $8, free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23: A Boo-tanical Bash, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Little ghosts and goblins can come to the conservatory in costume for an evening of festive activities. Free with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phipps.conservatory.org\/calendar\/detail\/halloween-happenings\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">regular admission<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23: Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. Pieces include \u201cTubular Bells,\u201d \u201cStranger Things\u201d theme, \u201cNight on Bald Mountain\u201d and the \u201cGhostbusters\u201d theme. <a href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/en\/pittsburgh\/candlelight\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> start at $36.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-point-park.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-222206\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"404\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-point-park-1024x646.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-222206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-point-park-1024x646.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"404\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Point Park University.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23-Nov. 1: Fall Fest, Point Park University. This community street festival includes food, crafts, and games. Grab a bite or a drink, paint a pumpkin, and win prizes at this fun-filled fall outing perfect for all ages. <a href=\"https:\/\/playhouse.pointpark.edu\/shows-events\/community-events\/Fall-Fest\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is free.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 23-Nov. 1: \u201cBoo\u2019s Halloween House Party,\u201d Pittsburgh Playhouse.\u00a0This\u00a0frightfully fun family musical is filled with music, dancing, laughter and Halloween thrills for little monsters, grown-up ghouls, and everyone in between.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/playhouse.culturaldistrict.org\/production\/109270\/boos-halloween-house-party\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0start at $23.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HALLOW-wabash.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-178616\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"356\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-wabash-1024x569.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-178616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-wabash-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"356\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Carnegie Library.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24: Something Wicked on Wabash, Carnegie Library\u2014West End.\u00a0Kids are invited to wear costumes and join the library to celebrate Halloween with spooky crafts, snacks and music. Free for all ages.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/carnegielibrary.org\/event\/something-wicked-on-wabash\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24: Halloween Fun Cruise, Gateway Clipper Fleet.\u00a0Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and goblins to come aboard for an afternoon river cruise and a ghostly good time.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gatewayclipper.com\/holiday-cruises\/halloween-fun\/?date=10\/24\/2026&amp;timeId=20307001&amp;departure=0&amp;destination=0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a>\u00a0is $37 for grownups, $26 for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/not-scary-ghostbusters.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-119712\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"240\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/not-scary-ghostbusters-1024x384.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-119712\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/not-scary-ghostbusters-1024x384.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"240\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Carnegie Science Center.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24: \u201cGhostbusters\u201d CerealCinema, Row House Lawrenceville.\u00a0Enjoy a seasonal cereal bar of sugary, Halloween-y cereals prior to the screening. Rated PG. <a href=\"https:\/\/rowhousecinemas.com\/lawrenceville\/showtimes\/ghostbusters-10-24-26-1200-pm\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $18.50.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24: Monster Mash Bash: Family Halloween Party, Carnegie Library\u2014Lawrenceville.\u00a0Join the library for dancing, tricks, treats and spooky fun. Planned for grades K-5. Free. <a href=\"https:\/\/carnegielibrary.org\/calendar\/list\/?tribe-bar-search=monster+mash\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Details\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24: Track and Treat for Kids, Bud Harris Cycling Track.\u00a0This free annual Citiparks event combines family fun with a focus on a healthy lifestyle. Bring bicycles or borrow a bike on-site to pedal around the track.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghpa.gov\/citiparks\/track-treat\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Track and Treat<\/a>\u00a0includes bike safety lessons, a bike decorating station, games and a costume contest. Keep the energy up with refreshments and great eats from food trucks.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HALLOW-pumpkin-trolley-e1758559959777.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-178596\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-pumpkin-trolley-1024x683.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-178596\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-pumpkin-trolley-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\"\/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Pennsylvania Trolley Museum.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24 and 25: Trick or Trolley, Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Costumed kids are invited to trick-or-treat among the antique streetcars in the Trolley Display Building. <a href=\"https:\/\/pa-trolley.org\/events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $23 for grownups, $22 for seniors and free for ages 17 and younger.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24 and 25: Screen-Printed Treat Bags, MuseumLab. Kids can collect Halloween treats in style with a special bag. They will use screen-printing techniques and fabric paint to design a tote bag. Participants must be 9 years or older. <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.pittsburghkids.org\/2792\/3886\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a> is $15.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-trunk-or-treat-banner.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143849\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"327\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-trunk-or-treat-banner.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-143849\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/FALL-trunk-or-treat-banner.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"327\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Allegheny County Parks.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 24 and 25: Trunk-or-Treat, Allegheny County Parks. Join the annual Halloween candy and car cruise revelry from 2-4 p.m. at South Park on Oct. 24 and Hartwood Acres on Oct. \u00a025. All participants are encouraged to wear costumes and decorate their vehicles in the spirit of Halloween. Those interested in passing out candy can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleghenycounty.us\/Parks-and-Events\/Special-Events\/Trunk-or-Treat\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">register here<\/a>. Trick-or-treaters do not require registration.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 25: Haunted History Center Halloween, Heinz History Center. Families can celebrate Halloween with a day of tricks, treats, and frightful fun throughout all six floors of the History Center. Haunted History Center Halloween will feature a Spooky Slime Lab with the Steel City Ghostbusters, complimentary sweet treats from Grandpa Joe\u2019s Candy Shop, a haunted scavenger hunt, a Monster Mash dance party and eerie archival materials, and more. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heinzhistorycenter.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Admission<\/a> is $20 for grownups, $18 for seniors, free for ages 17 and younger.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 27: Costume Props 101, MuseumLab. Explore techniques for making costume props using tape and recycled materials, then paint your prop to bring it to life. The 101 sessions are intended for middle schoolers (grades 6-8) to try new tools, materials and processes. <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.pittsburghkids.org\/101s\/3862\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Registration<\/a> is $7.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 28: HallowZINE, Carnegie Library Main. Drawing on Halloween themes like fear, folklore, monsters, and dark imagination, this session invites creative exploration through art, collage and words to create the third HallowZINE. This <a href=\"https:\/\/carnegielibrary.org\/event\/hallowzine\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">free program<\/a> is designed for teens.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-zombies.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-222207\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-zombies.jpeg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-222207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HALLOW-zombies.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Disney Music.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 28:\u00a0Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES &amp; Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour, PPG Arena.\u00a0Fans will experience a night packed with hit songs from all three franchises, brought together in a brand-new production with fresh mashups and fan-favorite songs. Come dressed as your favorite character and sing along all night. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ppgpaintsarena.com\/events\/detail\/disney-descendants-zombies-camp-rock-worlds-collide\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0start at $53.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 30: Halloween Storytime and Costume Party, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden.\u00a0Celebrate the spooky season with festive stories, crafts and a costume party. Come dressed in your costume for a Halloween-related read aloud and activities. Crafts and stories will begin promptly at 10am, followed by the parade. This program is free with admission, but <a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghbotanicgarden.org\/events\/halloween-storytime-2026\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">registration<\/a> is required.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 30: Not-So-Spooky Family Halloween, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Dress up in your favorite costume and join us to create thematic arts and crafts, learn about creepy critters and plants, and go trick or tree-ting at the various activity tables stationed throughout the Peirce Education Room and Garden of the Five Senses. Stop by the Canopy Caf\u00e9 for delicious refreshments during extended hours. <a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghbotanicgarden.org\/events\/not-so-spooky-family-halloween\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activities<\/a> included with general admission.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759187_583_top-kids-potter-e1530290956249.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45626\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"top 10 events july\" width=\"600\" height=\"320\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759187_583_top-kids-potter-e1530290956249.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790759187_583_top-kids-potter-e1530290956249.jpg\" alt=\"top 10 events july\" width=\"600\" height=\"320\"  \/><\/a>Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 30-Nov. 1: \u201cHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1\u201d: In Concert, Heinz Hall.\u00a0With the full film shown on the big screen, the Pittsburgh Symphony performs the iconic score live. Rated PG-13.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghsymphony.org\/production\/107718\/harry-potter-and-the-deathly-hallows-part-1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0start at $43.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 31: Halloween Party, Carnegie Library \u2013 Knoxville. Kids and teens can celebrate the season with festive games, creative crafts and Halloween-themed activities in a fun, family-friendly environment. Costumes are encouraged. <a href=\"https:\/\/carnegielibrary.org\/event\/halloween-party\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Details here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Fall-2025_Pumpkin-Palooza_PHOTOGRAPHER_Horizontal-600x400-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-183505\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Fall-2025_Pumpkin-Palooza_PHOTOGRAPHER_Horizontal-600x400-1.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-183505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Fall-2025_Pumpkin-Palooza_PHOTOGRAPHER_Horizontal-600x400-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/a>Image courtesy of Kelly Strayhorn Theater.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 31: Pumpkin Palooza: An East Liberty Halloween Adventure, Kelly Strayhorn Theater.\u00a0Kids can dress in their favorite costumes or just come as you are for an afternoon of tricks, treats and groovy beats. Families can enjoy candy, crafts and fun activities.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kelly-strayhorn.org\/events\/f26-pumpkin-palooza\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a>\u00a0are priced at pay-what-you-want from $0-$25.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 31: Attack Theatre presents Monster Machinery &amp; Spooky Shapes: A Creative Movement Adventure for Grades K-5, Carnegie Library \u2013 Brookline. This high-energy Halloween workshop that explores the \u201cscary\u201d through the lens of movement and engineering. Free. <a href=\"https:\/\/carnegielibrary.org\/event\/attack-theatre-presents-monster-machinery-spooky-shape-a-creative-movement-adventure-for-grades-k-5\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsburgh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/nightmare-before-christmas-1993-rx-billboard-1548-e1579895904795.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-58735\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"423\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/nightmare-before-christmas-1993-rx-billboard-1548-1024x677.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-58735\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/nightmare-before-christmas-1993-rx-billboard-1548-1024x677.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"423\"\/><\/a>Image courtesy of Touchstone Pictures.<\/p>\n<p>Oct. 31: Tim Burton\u2019s \u201cThe Nightmare before Christmas\u201d 3D, Rangos Giant Cinema. Take a trip to Halloween Town to visit Jack Skellington and his fright-inducing neighbors. Rated PG. <a href=\"https:\/\/kaminsciencecenter.org\/rangos-giant-cinema\/the-nightmare-before-christmas-3d\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tickets<\/a> are $12.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The month of October has become a season in itself, brimming with Halloween events for Pittsburgh kids. 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