Halloween is fast approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited! As one of fall’s most anticipated celebrations, there are plenty of fun-filled ways to get in the spooky spirit. Our realtors are in the know when it comes to the best local Halloween events, so whether you're after a classic trick-or-treat or some more spooky adventures, be sure to check out our list of festive activities happening in a town near you!
Acton – Spooktacular Halloween Party (Saturday October 26th). The Acton-Boxborough Family Network (ABFN) are hosting this fun family event at Raymond J Grey Junior High. Join from 10am to enjoy a magic show, family costume contest and other activities. Open to all, registration and $10 payment required for non-members, please consider bringing a donation to the Acton-Boxborough Food Pantry.
Bedford - Annual Trunk or Treat (Friday October 25th). Local businesses will be at the Whole Foods parking lot from 3:30 – 5:30pm with treats for costumed kiddos.
Boxborough – Community Trunk or Treat (Sunday October 27th). Head to Craft Food Halls in Boxborough from 3:30 – 5:30pm – admission is free but donations for Acton Boxborough United Way or the Acton Boxborough Food Panty are encouraged.
Burlington - Halloween at Wayside (Friday October 25th). Wayside Shopping Center is hosting this fun event from 3-5pm with a DJ, costume parade, photo booth, face painting, balloon art and more!
Carlisle - Halloween Spook Trail (Thursday October 31st) Bring the family to Center Park in Carlisle from 4 – 8pm for the Spook Trail - a Halloween-themed walk with tricks and treats!
Concord - Annual Trunk or Treat (Sunday October 27th). Head to the Beede Ctr Parking Lot from 2pm – 3:30pm with the family for a fun event - register ahead of time if you are planning to host a trunk.
Harvard – Halloween Parade and Party (Saturday October 26th). Come to Harvard Town Common dressed in your best Halloween costume for a morning of activities for the whole family – including a scavenger hunt, music and storytime. Hosted by Harvard Family Association - registration is required
Lexington – Downtown Trick or Treat (Thursday October 31st). Get your costume on and stop into local businesses (including Barrett Sotheby’s International Realty) between 2-5pm for trick or treating fun.
Lincoln - Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat (Sunday October 27th). Fall Fest is an annual community event at Pierce Park, Lincoln, with hayrides, carnival games, live music, food, pony rides and (of course) a Trunk or Treat! Tickets available in advance or on the day.
Littleton – Trunk or Treat and Halloween Parade (Friday November 1st). This fun free family event includes a costume parade and trunk or treat at Alumni Field parking lot.
Melrose - Trick or Treat at Melrose Businesses (Thursday October 31st). Downtown stores and businesses will be handing out treats to young residents (elementary students and younger) from 3:30 – 5pm.
Waltham – Halloween in the Park (Saturday October 26th). Head to Prospect Hill Park from 10am – 2pm for this free event for the whole family. Hosted by Waltham’s Fire, Police, EMS, 911 Communications and Recreation Departments.
Westford – Roudenbush Annual Halloween Parade (Sunday October 27th). Come in costume and join the fun from 12 – 1pm. The event is free but please register if you intend to go. Followed by the annual Carve for Carson Fundraiser – tickets online or on the door.
Winchester – FAN and Win Rec's Halloween Bash (Saturday October 26th). This popular event combines a free downtown trick or treat and scavenger hunt, and Trunk or Treat and party at the Jenks Center Parking Lot with live music, balloon fun and more (tickets required for Trunk or Treat - $10 per family for non-members).
Woburn - Host Lions Halloween Parade (Sunday October 27th). In its 70th year, this is one of the largest parades in New England! Dress up and line the parade route from Showcase Cinema to Horn Pond and cheer on the floats and marching bands as they raise funds for the Mass Lions Eye Research Fund. This year’s theme is “Animals”.