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Altoona starts Halloween 2025 near its historic downtown and the railroad landmarks with spooky events and haunted attractions. Local favorites include horror experiences, pumpkin festivals, costume celebrations, haunted tours, and family-friendly autumn fairs.
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Top Halloween In and Around Altoona
- 42nd Annual Ghosts & Goblins (Huntingdon)
- Brews and Boos at PNG Field
- Horseshoe Curve Fall Foliage Tour
- Fort Roberdeau Halloween Adventures
- Penn State Altoona Community Candy Crawl
- Imaginarium Sanitarium: This is WAR (Cresson)
- Halloween Movie Screening at The State Theatre (State College)
- Pumpkin Fest (Bigler Rd)
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Altoona Halloween
Altoona Haunted Experiences
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Dare to enter Lincoln Caverns for the 42nd Annual Ghosts & Goblins event! This year's theme promises even more frights with a haunted cave, a spooky trail, and a thrilling haunted hayride. Opt for the family-friendly daytime tours or brave the Evening Terror Tours for a truly chilling experience. Book your tickets in advance to secure your preferred time slot for a night of Halloween thrills.
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Fort Roberdeau transforms into a Halloween spectacle on October 18, 2025. Younger visitors can enjoy a non-scary Trick-or-Treat Trail from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, brimming with candy. As night falls, the legendary Haunted Trail opens from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, featuring over 100 volunteers ready to provide frights. Attendees can also visit the Mt. Lion Observatory for an early fall sky watch.
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Dare to enter the Imaginarium Sanitarium's "This is WAR" haunted attraction, set within an abandoned prison and sanatorium. This terrifying experience plunges visitors into a world where the Goblin King of War has conquered the Rat King of Pestilence, unleashing a haunted house that exists between dimensions. Prepare for a chaotic collision of war, plague, and death.
Altoona Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
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Get ready for Brews and Boos at PNG Field! This exciting event transforms the ballpark into a Halloween spectacle, complete with seasonal beers and festive decorations. Enjoy live music from Shallow 9 and don't miss the chance to compete in the costume contest for a chance to win prizes in single, couple/group, or kids categories. It's a perfect evening for all ages to celebrate the season.
Altoona Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Join the Penn State Altoona campus for a festive community Candy Crawl. This family-friendly event features 20 student organizations ready to hand out treats in a Trunk-or-Treat style. It's a perfect opportunity for children to enjoy a safe and fun Halloween experience.
Altoona Other Halloween Activities
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Embark on a captivating fall foliage tour to Altoona, PA, centered around the legendary Horseshoe Curve. This full-day excursion includes a scenic one-way Amtrak train ride, offering breathtaking views of autumn leaves. While in Altoona, delve into railroad history at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, explore local shops, and enjoy a included dinner. Transportation from Fairmont, WV, is provided via a comfortable motor coach.
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