Arlington Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

28 family-friendly fall activities in Arlington and nearby

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 16–18

Fri16Oct Boo at the ZooWashington Illustration of two small ghosts and a witch with a black cat carrying pumpkin buckets on a street of cozy houses at dusk (Boo at the Zoo) Fri16Oct Haunted TripMcLean Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees (Haunted Trip) Sat17Oct 11th Annual Spooky Mad Science Expo 2026Alexandria Illustration of costumed figures near striped booths and pumpkin displays on a grassy town square with orange autumn trees (11th Annual Spooky Mad Science Expo 2026) Sat17Oct Archery Spooky ShootManassas Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees (Archery Spooky Shoot)

Other Halloween categories in Arlington

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins ArlingtonHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties40 parties & tastings Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon ArlingtonHaunted Experiences5 haunted attractions Illustration of a small ghost and a jack-o'-lantern performing on a stage with red curtains, watched by a crowd at dusk ArlingtonHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon ArlingtonUnique Halloween Events24 unique events

About Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Arlington

Arlington families seeking Halloween activities will find a mix of ticketed and free events throughout the season. Major draws like Boo at the Zoo are typically a drive away, while closer events offer everything from historic house tours to park gatherings.

Consider events like the Halloween Carnival at Cherry Hill Park for outdoor fun, or the Trunk or Treat Extravaganza for a neighborhood feel. There are also opportunities for younger children, and some events may appeal more to teens and adults.

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