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Whether you are looking for a family outing, a trunk-or-treat or a good scare, here are Halloween and fall events currently announced in Southeast Texas. This list will be updated as more events are confirmed.

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Halloween and fall events in Southeast Texas

History After Dark: Ghost Hunt

Oct. 9-10 | John Jay French Museum, Beaumont

The Beaumont Heritage Society and Ghost Texas will hold a paranormal investigation event at the historic museum. Tickets are required. Check the organizer’s event page for times and availability.

Dogtoberfest 2026

Oct. 17, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Main Street Outdoor Plaza, downtown Beaumont

Bring the whole family — including the four-legged members. Beaumont Main Street’s dog-friendly event is set to include contests, activities and attractions.

Museum Madness: Pumpkin Walk and Fall Festival

Oct. 17, 6-9 p.m. | John Jay French Museum, Beaumont | $5

The annual Pumpkin Walk includes a haunted tour of the 1845 home, a haunted hayride, pumpkin voting and a Halloween craft for children while supplies last.

Monsters in the Park

Oct. 17, 5-9 p.m. | Tex Ritter Park, Nederland

A Halloween community event is planned at Tex Ritter Park. Check the event organizer’s listing for admission details and any updates.

Beaumont Police Department Trunk or Treat

Oct. 18, 2-5 p.m. | Beaumont Police Department, 255 College St.

Families can dress up and stop by the Beaumont Police Department’s annual trunk-or-treat event.

13 Nights of Halloween at the Jefferson Theatre

Oct. 19-31, doors at 6 p.m.; movies at 7 p.m. | Jefferson Theatre, downtown Beaumont

The Jefferson Theatre’s Halloween movie series returns with a different film each night. Tickets are available in advance or at the door, subject to availability.

Oct. 19: The Sixth SenseOct. 20: Corpse BrideOct. 21: Shaun of the DeadOct. 22: The Lost BoysOct. 23: The Phantom of the Opera with organ accompanimentOct. 24: The Rocky Horror Picture ShowOct. 25: The Addams FamilyOct. 26: Get OutOct. 27: Little Shop of HorrorsOct. 28: ScreamOct. 29: Hocus PocusOct. 30: CocoOct. 31: Halloween

BOOtanical Ball

Oct. 23, 7-11 p.m. | Beaumont Botanical Gardens

The Botanical Gardens’ adult-oriented spooky ball includes a haunted happy hour from 6-7 p.m. Check the gardens for ticket and sponsorship details.

Ghosts, Goblins & Gardens

Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Beaumont Botanical Gardens, 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive | Free

The family-friendly fall festival will feature activities, crafts and entertainment.

Sweet Treats on the Avenue

Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m. | The Avenue, Port Neches

The Port Neches Chamber’s annual trunk-or-treat is planned along The Avenue.

Trunk-or-treat at Lamar Institute of Technology

Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m. | LIT main entrance, 855 E. Lavaca St., Beaumont

LIT’s fourth annual trunk-or-treat is open to staff, students and the community.

Medical Center of Southeast Texas Trunk or Treat

Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m. | Medical Center of Southeast Texas, 2555 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., Port Arthur

The hospital’s sixth annual event is set to include decorated trunks, Air Rescue, food trucks and more.

Port Arthur Trunk or Treat

Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. | Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur

Families are invited to a Halloween evening of treats and activities at the civic center.

Haunted Hotel

Select nights through October | 447 Orleans St., Beaumont

The long-running downtown Beaumont haunted attraction is back for the season. Check the Haunted Hotel’s ticket page for operating nights, times and age recommendations before you go.

Have an event we missed?

If your organization is hosting a community Halloween or fall event in Southeast Texas that is not listed here, email the details — including the date, time, location, cost and a contact person — to news@kfdm.com. We will continue updating this guide through Halloween.