North Texas is getting spooky, and your Halloween costume deserves more than one night out. From trick-or-treating and haunted festivals to spooky cocktails and emo dance parties, there are plenty of ways to get your ghoul on this October.
Grab your witches, goblins and designated candy inspectors. Here are the Halloween events worth crawling out of your coffin for across North Texas:
The Yard’s Halloween Haunt
Now–Oct. 31 | The Yard, McKinney
Gather your coven for a spooky dining experience at The Yard, transformed with spiderwebs, pumpkins and skeletons for Halloween. The seasonal menu features themed drinks and bites, including a Bobbing for Apples Old Fashioned and the S’mortuary, a vodka-spiked cold brew that benefits Cody’s Friends Dog Rescue.
Spookeasy: Where the Spirits Linger
Now–Nov. 1 | Lounge by Topgolf, Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa, Frisco
Sip spooky cocktails at this Halloween pop-up inside Lounge by Topgolf. The experience features themed drinks, including the Blue Diablo Margarita, Pumpkin Spice White Russian and Dead Head Punch, in a bewitching setting.
Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 23–25. | Fort Worth Zoo, Fort Worth
Trick-or-treat throughout the zoo and explore a pumpkin patch, strolling characters and family-friendly activities. Admission includes six treat coupons per ticket or membership, plus access to keeper chats, live animal presentations, a train ride and a carousel.
Trick-or-Treating in the Park
Oct. 24 | Klyde Warren Park, Dallas
Gather for an evening of trick-or-treating, costume contests and family-friendly activities at Klyde Warren Park. The free, sixth-annual event will also include children’s book giveaways from Book Drive for Kids and an outdoor screening of Toy Story 5.
Beware! of the Square
Oct. 24 | Downtown Celina
Explore Celina’s annual Halloween festival, a free, family-friendly celebration featuring trick-or-treating, a haunted manor, a kids’ zone, Cirque sideshows and a pumpkin decorating contest. Guests can also browse more than 60 market vendors while enjoying vintage Halloween thrills and spooky seasonal entertainment.
Photo: City of Plano
Rest in Plano (R.I.P.) Fest
Oct. 24 | Downtown Plano Arts District and Haggard Park, Plano
Celebrate spooky season at this family-friendly Halloween festival featuring carnival rides, live performances, creepy characters and photo opportunities throughout Downtown Plano. Guests can also purchase fall festival favorites, including themed cocktails and mocktails from Fillmore Pub.
Halloween Par-Tee
Oct. 24 | The PGA District, Frisco
Celebrate Halloween at PGA Frisco with an evening of family-friendly fun, including pumpkin putting on The Dance Floor, trick-or-treating from decorated golf carts, carnival games and face painting.
Heritage Halloween
Oct. 24 | Frisco Heritage Center, Frisco
Explore historic buildings decorated for Halloween during this family-friendly celebration featuring trick-or-treating, hands-on crafts, games, popcorn, cotton candy and balloon animals. A friendly fortune teller adds a touch of mystery to the festivities, with activities for kids of all ages.
Trick or Treat the Square
Oct. 24, 1–4 p.m. | Frisco Square, Frisco
Celebrate Halloween at this free, family-friendly event featuring carnival games, inflatables, horse-drawn wagon rides and spooky treats. Kids can dress up and trick-or-treat at participating businesses along Coleman Boulevard, with activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Family Fright Fest
Oct. 24 | Stewart Creek Park, The Colony
Bring the family for a free afternoon of fall fun at Family Fright Fest. The event features hayrides, games, trick-or-treating at booths, crafts and more Halloween-themed activities. All activities are free to participate in.
Truck Yard’s Annual Halloween Party
Oct. 24 | Truck Yard, The Colony, and other locations
Celebrate Halloween at Truck Yard’s annual party, featuring a limited-time spooky drink menu, costume contests, fortune tellers and more. The event will take place at all six Dallas-Fort Worth locations, including the new Richardson outpost.
Trick-or-Treatery Halloween Parade
Oct. 27 | Legacy Hall, Plano
Dress up little ghosts, superheroes and princesses for a free afternoon of Halloween fun at Legacy Hall. The event kicks off with a screening of Hotel Transylvania, followed by trick-or-treating throughout the Hall and a costume parade for kids and pets. Families can also enjoy Halloween coloring pages, sweet treats and festive activities.
Photo: The Star
Little Stars Halloween
Oct. 28 | The Star, Frisco
The Star’s Little Stars Halloween event returns to Tostitos Championship Plaza for a free morning designed for children ages five and under. Families can enjoy Halloween-themed activities, games and treats, with little ones encouraged to come dressed in costume for the occasion. Plus, decorated strollers will be entered for a chance to win Nuna treats!.
Trunk or Treat with Macaroni Kid
Oct. 29 | The Stix Icehouse, McKinney
Bring the family for a free Trunk or Treat featuring costumes, candy and prizes from local businesses across The Stix’s 14-acre property. Afterward, adults can try the Fridged Witch, a frozen green apple cocktail, while kids enjoy the nonalcoholic Slimy Slushy topped with gummy worms and a vial of “blood.”
Emo Night Brooklyn
Oct. 29 | Corona Stage & Lawn, Grandscape, The Colony
Sing along to emo and pop-punk favorites at this DJ-led dance party with a Halloween twist. Expect throwback anthems, plenty of dancing and a haunted atmosphere for a spooky night out.
Witches’ Brew Train
Oct. 30–31| Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Grapevine
Hop aboard an adults-only train ride featuring Texas craft beer, spooky entertainment and vintage 1920s train coaches. The two-hour round-trip excursion encourages costumes and offers a unique way to spend Halloween weekend.
McKinney Spooktacular Brews and Boos Walk
Oct. 31 | Historic Downtown McKinney
Explore Historic Downtown McKinney in your Halloween costume during this beverage-tasting event. Guests will receive a signature taster cup and a map to more than 20 participating locations serving cold beverages along the way.
Trick or Treat Extravaganza
Oct. 31 | Grandscape, The Colony
Celebrate Halloween with an evening of trick-or-treating, candy and entertainment at Grandscape. This family-friendly event offers a festive setting for kids to collect treats and enjoy Halloween fun throughout the shopping and entertainment destination.
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