Looking for jump scares and frightening festivities this Halloween?
Several celebrations embracing the spooky season are underway across Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
From scary stories around the campfire to costume contests for young children, here’s a roundup of events that are sure to cause goose bumps:
Cutting Edge Haunted House offers best scares in the nation
An abandoned meat packing plant is filled with terrifying actors, scary effects and monsters on the move. The haunted house was recently ranked one of the scariest in the U.S.
When: Timed entry: Oct. 18-19; Oct. 23-26; Oct. 28-Nov. 1
Where: Cutting Edge Haunted House, 1701 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
Admission: $30-$50
Brave the night for Fright Fest
Hide! ‘The Birds’ attack in thrilling Fort Worth play
The play follows three strangers seeking shelter in an abandoned home. They quickly realize the biggest threat might not be coming from outside. The show is based on Daphne du Maurier’s 1953 short story, “The Birds,” which served as the inspiration for Alfred Hitchcock’s famous film.
When: Oct. 17-Nov. 9; Find list of performances here.
Where: Amphibian Stage, 120 S. Main St., Fort Worth
Admission: $5-$102
Think you have the best costume? Show it off at Harvest Festival
Children ages 3 and under will kick off round one at 10:30 a.m. before older age groups strut their stuff starting at 11 a.m. Local businesses will line up their vehicles for trunk or treat fun.
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 18
Where: City Hall Plaza, 100 Main St., Colleyville
Admission: Free
Scary words jump off the page at Horror Book Fest
Talking Animals Books hosts its first ever spooky festival to celebrate horror literature, local authors and artists. The event features a lineup of chilling panel conversations and Halloween vendors.
When: 2-8 p.m. Oct. 18
Where: Hop & Sting Brewing Co., 906 Jean St., Grapevine
Admission: Free
Do the time warp again at ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ screening
A troupe of costumed actors will perform live as the classic cult film plays on the silver screen. Longtime fans of Rocky Horror are invited to sport their favorite character costumes. The event is for ages 18 and older.
When: 8 p.m. Oct. 18
Where: Ridglea Theater, 6025 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
Admission: $21-$26
Run away from the scares at ‘Spooky Sprint’
The Halloween-themed 5K and 10K runs feature designer shirts and treats at the finish line.
When: 8 a.m. Oct. 19
Where: Marine Creek Lake, 2700 NW Loop 820, Fort Worth
Admission: $17-$85
Crank up the angst for Adulti-Verse: Emo Night
Dust off your old eyeliner and wear your checkered Vans for a celebration of the emo music that raised a generation. DJ Brian Pibb will be mixing several iconic music acts, including Panic! at the Disco, Paramore and The Used. The event is for ages 21 and older.
When: 6-10 p.m. Oct. 23
Where: Meow Wolf, 3000 Grapevine Parkway, Grapevine
Admission: $37
Animals celebrate Halloween during Boo at the Zoo
Normal is an illusion, embrace oddities at ‘The Addams Family’
When Wednesday Addams falls in love with a “normal” guy, chaos erupts during a family dinner. The musical comedy runs at over 2 hours and 30 minutes.
When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24; 1:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Oct. 25; 1:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. Oct. 26
Where: Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth
Admission: $50-$120
Soar to new heights at Trick or Treat at the Museum
Ride around the aircraft exhibits in a World War II jeep while you sport your best Halloween costume. Test your agility in an aviation-themed obstacle course.
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: Fort Worth Aviation Museum, 3300 Ross Ave., Fort Worth
Admission: Free
Dress to impress at Bedford Boo Bash
Try spooky drink specials at Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl
Crawl through Bar 2909, Kung Fu Saloon, Reservoir, Koe Wetzel’s Riot Room, Junk Punch and The Whiskey Garden in downtown Fort Worth. Tickets include two complimentary shots, no covers and a costume contest. The event is for 21 and up.
When: 4-10 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: Bar 2909, 2909 Morton St., Fort Worth
Admission: $25
Sit around campfire for Bewitched by the Barn
Tell your favorite spooky stories as you eat some popcorn and sip on your favorite cider. The tales get more frightening as the sun sets.
When: 7-9 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: Nash Farm, 626 Ball St., Grapevine
Admission: $5
Find the killer at The Masquerade Party & Murder Mystery
Don your mask and sip something sinister as you search for the killer across four haunted floors. Will you unmask the culprit before midnight?
When: 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Oct. 31-Nov. 1
Where: Thompson’s, 900 Houston St., Fort Worth
Admission: $60
Catch a ride with ghouls and goblins on Witches’ Brew Train
Climb aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for a haunting good time. Texas craft brews and spooky bites will be available for passengers. The event is for ages 21 and older.
When: 7:20 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 636 S. Main St., Grapevine
Admission: $45
Dance the night away at HALLOWEEN with DJ Deville
DJ Deville will spin tracks inspired by the spooky season. Come dressed in your best costume and be ready to party.
When: 9 p.m. Nov. 1
Where: Ampersand, 3009 Bledsoe St., Fort Worth
Admission: Free
Are we missing a Halloween event?
If you have a Tarrant County celebration not listed here, email managing editor Babs Rodriguez at hello@fortworthreport.org with more information.
David Moreno is the arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report. Contact him at david.moreno@fortworthreport.org or @davidmreports.
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