20 Family Halloween Events Near Me in DC, Virginia and MD

I love sharing family-friendly Halloween events near me in the DC, from pumpkin patches and glow-in-the-dark adventures to Boo at the Zoo and Smithsonians' Air & Scare, I’ve rounded up 20 of the best Halloween activities for families in 2025. So grab the costumes, gather the kids, and let’s dive into some spooky (but not too spooky!) fun around the area!

Table of Contents Halloween Events Near Me in the DC Area:

DC (3)
Northern Virginia (11)
Maryland (7)
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DC Family Friendly Halloween Events Near Me

Boo at the Zoo (National Zoo) - Classic DC Halloween Event Near Me

Dates & Times: Family Dates - Oct. 17 - 19, 2025 from 5 - 9 PM.

Cost:

- $25 for members (up to 6 tickets), $35 for non-members 
- Parking: $30
- Zoo member tickets on sale Thursday, Aug. 15 at 10 a.m.  
- Public tickets on sale Thursday, Aug. 22 at 10 a.m.  
Summary: It’s no trick, only the sweetest treat: Boo at the Zoo, sponsored by Mars Wrigley Confectionery, and the Zoo’s 21+ spooktacular cocktail party, Night of the Living Zoo, are back at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C. All proceeds from Boo at the Zoo and Night of the Living Zoo support animal care and conservation science at the Zoo. These events will be held rain or shine.
Website: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/boo-zoo-and-night-living-zoo-return-october
Tips for National Zoo with Kids

United States Botanic Garden Family Program: Pumpkin Parts! (On-site Drop-in Program)

Location: US Botanic Garden
Dates: Friday, October 3, 2025 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Eastern
Location: Conservatory Children's Garden
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.
Review of our visit to the United States Botanic Garden!

Trick or Treating at Tudor Place - Georgetown DC Family Halloween Events

Location: Tudor Place, Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
Dates: October 25, 2025
Times: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 11 AM to 1 PM
Cost: Child member: $10 | Child Non-Member: $15 | Accompanying Adult: $5
Summary: Join us for our annual fall family program, Trick or Treat at Tudor Place. Enjoy treats in the garden, fall themed crafts, a potion (science) activity, face painting and more! Costumes are encouraged.
Website: tudorplace.org
Review from our family of Tudor Place.

Northern Virginia Halloween Events Near Me

Air and Scare at Smithsonian's Udvar Hazy Air and Space

Last year's info, will update for 2025 when I hear.

Location: Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly, VA
Dates: October 26, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost: Free (Parking $15)
Summary: Enjoy Halloween-themed fun at this aerospace museum with trick-or-treating, costumes, and hands-on activities.
Website: airandspace.si.edu
Our Family's Review of the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum

Cox Farms Fall Festival Fields of Fear

Location: Centreville, VA
Dates: September 26 – November 8, 2025
Times: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person on weekends, $15 on weekdays
Summary: A massive fall festival with slides, scary Darkside Hayride, Cornnightmare, farm animals, delicious food and more!
Website: coxfarms.com

Del Ray Halloween Parade - Amazing Halloween Event Near Me in Virginia!

Location: Del Ray Neighborhood, Alexandria, VA
Dates: Sunday October 26, 2025
Times: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Summary: A beloved community event featuring costumed kids, pets, decorated strollers, and live entertainment in Alexandria’s charming Del Ray neighborhood.
Website: visitdelray.com

Ghost Tour of Old Town Alexandria

Check out the Alexandria All Ages Ghost Walking Tour in Old Town for a fun older kid event! "A costumed guide will lead you through hidden alleyways and tell tales from the historic places and haunted buildings along the way. We'll pass by Carlyle House, Union Street Public House, and enjoy meandering along the cobblestone streets. Stories range from siren voices heard at the edge of the waterfront, to Revolutionary soldiers still marching the cobblestone streets. You'll also learn the tragic tale of Laura Schafer, the Burning Bride. One of the most famous ghost stories of Alexandria."

Rolling Valley Elementary School Haunted House

Location: Springfield, VA
Dates: Will probably be Saturday, October 25 as last year it was Saturday before halloween.
Times: 4:30 – 8:30 PM
Cost: $5 per person
Summary: A kid-friendly haunted house run by volunteers with spooky decorations, treats, and fun for the whole family. First hour is lights on so not as scary for little ones!
Website: Check the school’s website.

Haunted Mini-Golf in Chantilly Virginia

Location: Monster Mini Golf, Chantilly, VA
Dates: Open daily in October 2025.
Times: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (hours vary by day)
Cost: $11.99 per game
Summary: Play glow-in-the-dark, spooky-themed mini-golf in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Website: monsterminigolf.com
More Indoor Play Fun in Northern Virginia here.

Halloween on the Green in Vienna, Virginia

Location: Vienna Town Green, Vienna, VA
Dates: Saturday October 11, 2025
Times: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Cost: Free
Summary: Free games, crafts, and costume parades for kids and families in the heart of Vienna.

Clifton Haunted Trail (Kid-Friendly Time Slots)

Location: Clifton, VA
Dates: Will probably be Saturday October 25, 2025.
Times: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (kid-friendly slot) (Scary version starts at 7 PM)
Cost: $10 per person. Recommended to book ahead because it sells out!
Summary: A less-scary version of the haunted trail designed for younger children.
Website: cliftonhauntedtrail.com

Spooktacular at Pumpkin Village Fall Festival at Leesburg Animal Park

Location: Leesburg, VA
Prime Weekends & Indigenous Peoples Day: October 1, 7, 8, 9, 14, ,15, 21, 22, 28, 29 $22.95 Per Person – kids under age 2 are free to enter
Value Weekends: September: 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 & November: 4, 5 $19.95 Per Person – kids under age 2 are free to enter
Weekdays (excluding Indigenous Peoples Day): $17.95 Per Person – kids under age 2 are free to enter
WILD WEDNESDAYS: $14.95 per person
Summary: Enjoy pony rides, pumpkin picking, and fall fun at Leesburg’s popular family festival. Open most days but on October 27th, FREE Facepainting!
Website: leesburganimalpark.com

Halloween Festival at Frying Pan Farm Park

Location: Herndon, VA
Dates: October 25, 2025
Times: 4:30 PM
Cost: $12 per person
Summary: An evening of trick-or-treating, games, and a kid-friendly haunted hayride at the farm. Highly recommend getting tickets ahead of time!
Website: fryingpanpark.org
One of our favorite of the 25 Animal Farms in the DMV

Great Falls Fall Harvest Festival

Location: Great Country Farms, Great Falls, VA
Dates: September 19 – October 31, 2025
Times: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Cost: $16 per person (weekends)
Summary: Celebrate fall with pumpkin picking, apple cannons, and a petting zoo at Great Country Farms.
Website: greatcountryfarms.com

Maryland Halloween Events

BOOtanica (Brookside Gardens) in Wheaton Maryland

Location: Wheaton, MD
Dates: October 26, 2025
Times: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost: $15 per person
Summary: Celebrate the fall season and the spirit of Halloween with botanical-themed fun for the whole family. Dress in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat at the indoor activity stations, participate in arts-and-crafts projects, and conduct hands-on investigations to learn more about the spooky science of the fall season. Registration required for the participating child. One parent/caregiver must accompany child for the duration of event but does not need to register.
Website: montgomeryparks.org

B&O Railroad Museum Pumpkin Patch Express

Location: Baltimore, MD
Dates: Details are not out yet for 2025.
Times: Various times per day
Cost: $20 per adult, $17 per child
Summary: Ride the Pumpkin Patch Express and pick out pumpkins while enjoying Halloween crafts and activities.
Website: borail.org

MD Corn Maze - Gambrills, MD

Location: Gambrills, MD
Dates: September 13 – November 2, 2025
Times: Fridays 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Cost: See website for different pricing and you can SAVE $2 by buying online.
Summary: Navigate your way through a massive themed corn maze and enjoy family-friendly activities like hayrides, pumpkin patches, pedal carts, and more.
Website: marylandcornmaze.com

Butlers Orchard Pumpkin Festival

Location: Germantown, MD
Dates: Weekends in September – October 2025.
Times: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: $15 per person (weekends), children under 2 free
Summary: Hayrides, pumpkin picking, and a host of farm-themed activities for families at this long-running festival.
Website: butlersorchard.com

Clark’s Elioak Farm Pumpkin Patch and Enchanted Forest

Location: Ellicott City, MD
Dates: Open until November 2, 2025
Times: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: $10 per person
Summary: A whimsical farm experience with pumpkin picking, hayrides, and fairy tale displays.
Website: clarklandfarm.com

Greenstreet Gardens Fall Festival and Dazed in the Maze

Location: Lothian, MD
Dates: See website as no 2025 dates yet.
Times: 7 - 10 PM
Cost: $17.95 per person
Summary: A family-friendly festival with a giant corn maze, hayrides, and fall-themed fun. Open daily but they have a special Halloween event on October 18.
Website: greenstreetgardens.com

Montpelier Farms Fall Festival

Location: Upper Marlboro, MD
Dates: September 13 to November 2, 2025
Times: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (weekends)
Cost: $15 per person on weekends, children under 2 free
Summary: Corn mazes, hayrides, and farm animals await at this fun family festival.
Website: montpelierfarms.com
Our Family's Review of Montpelier and more photos here.

Map of Halloween Events Near Me in DC, Virginia and Maryland

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