Ankeny Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Ankeny and nearby
Ankeny centers Halloween 2026 near the Prairie Trail and famous locations with spooky adventures and haunted happenings.
Festivities feature creepy attractions, family festivals, and nighttime scare events at parks, trails, and town squares.
Editor's Picks
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Sleepy Hollow Haunted Scream Park
· West Des Moines
Multiple distinct, intense haunted attractions
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Applefest at Living History Farms
· Urbandale
Celebrate apple harvest season with historic treats and Print Shop recipes.
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Spooky Science
· Des Moines
Hair-raising experiments and creepy-crawly critters for family Halloween fun.
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Pumpkin Walk
· West Des Moines
The event takes place at the Valley Junction Main Street District.
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Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl
· Des Moines
Halloween bar crawl featuring drink vouchers and an after party
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Linn's Haunted House
· Des Moines
Classic haunted house located in a supermarket basement since 1984.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Applefest at Living History Farms
Urbandale
Celebrate apple harvest season with historic treats and Print Shop recipes.
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Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
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12th Annual Oktoberfest
Altoona
Adults-only festival featuring live music, brews, and open roller coasters.
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Haunted Experiences
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Phantom Fall Fest
Altoona
Features five haunted houses, four scare zones, and dark thrill rides.
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Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
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Witches Walk
Ames
Costume contest, late-night shopping, and sips across downtown businesses
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