Navigate the nightmare in Bristol with our Halloween event planner. Our handbook: perfect for Bristol witches and wandering warlocks.
Popular Events: Get into the spirit of the season at the Phantom Fall Fest, where autumnal activities abound amidst a spooktacular backdrop. Guests can also enjoy a unique twist on brunch with the Spooky Brunch Drag Bingo, featuring colorful performances and interactive games. And the Harvest Fair is something you definitely don't want to miss, with delightful day activities showcasing local crafts and seasonal treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Bristol
- Phantom Fall Fest
- Boo at the Zoo (Bridgeport)
- Harvest Fair (day activities) (Fairfield)
- Spooky Brunch Drag Bingo
- Pumpkin Patch Trolley Rides (East Windsor)
- GLOW Wild Lantern Festival (Bridgeport)
- Scarecrows Along Main Street (Wethersfield)
- Halloween Painting Party
- Wee Faerie Village: Old Timey Town (Old Lyme)
- Halloween Walk-Thru at Stew Leonard's (Newington)
See these and even more events listed below!
Bristol Area Haunted Experiences
Legends of Fear - Fairview Tree Farm (non-haunted activities, if any)
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with multiple haunted attractions.
Description:
Legends of Fear at Fairview Tree Farm offers a unique Halloween experience with five haunted attractions, including the Haunted Hayride and The Hallow, featuring Melon Head Revenge, Hemlock Manor Mortuary, Pine Hills Parish, and the Dark Harvest. The event transforms the farm into a playground of fear with new gruesome and horrifying additions each year. Visitors can enjoy a party atmosphere with music, dancing, and a gift shop filled with holiday trimmings.
Where: Shelton | More Info: Legends of Fear - Fairview Tree Farm (non-haunted activities, if any)
Phantom Fall Fest
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring new and returning haunted attractions, including two all-new haunted houses and a roaming horde of horrors.
Description:
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce offers a unique blend of family-friendly activities and terrifying haunted experiences. Enjoy trick-or-treating, tasty fall treats, and all your favorite rides during the day. As the sun sets, the park transforms into a night of terror with new haunts, more fog, freaks, and FX, including the return of Malignant: Overgrown Evil and the introduction of mALICE in Wonderland 3D. With a roaming horde of horrors and thrilling coasters, there's nonstop excitement for everyone all day long.
Where: Bristol | More Info: Phantom Fall Fest
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Bristol
Harvest Fair (day activities)
What to Expect:
A festive celebration with a dog costume parade and various vendors selling goods and treats.
Description:
The Fairfield Harvest Market -Fall 2024 is a festive event featuring over 70 retailers, crafters, and local businesses. Highlights include a Dog Halloween Costume Parade, a Rotary Beer Garden sponsored by Elicit Brewing Company, and a Guess the Weight of the Giant Pumpkins contest. The event offers something for everyone, with a variety of vendors selling goods and food trucks providing delicious treats.
Where: Fairfield | More Info: Harvest Fair (day activities)
Boo at the Zoo
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration in a zoo setting with special activities and treats.
Description:
Boo at the Zoo is a spooktacular day filled with Halloween activities, including special story-times, cool critters, and seasonal treats for sale. The event is designed for families and encourages costumes. It takes place at the Kathy Brady Education Center, offering a delightful and frightful experience for all ages.
Where: Bridgeport | More Info: Boo at the Zoo
GLOW Wild Lantern Festival
What to Expect:
An immersive experience featuring over 50 large-scale illuminated sculptures and interactive displays inspired by wildlife from around the world.
Description:
The GLOW Wild Lantern Festival at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is a spectacular event featuring over 50 large-scale illuminated sculptures and interactive displays inspired by wildlife from around the world. Spanning 30 acres, the festival offers a magical journey through glowing corridors, perfect for families, romantic dates, or coworker get-togethers. The event runs from September 26 to December 15, 2024, on Thursdays through Sundays from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Where: Bridgeport | More Info: GLOW Wild Lantern Festival
Pumpkin Patch Trolley Rides
What to Expect:
A fun-filled family event where children can pick out free sugar-sized pumpkins and enjoy various activities at the museum campus.
Description:
Pumpkin Patch Trolley is a family-friendly adventure where you ride a trolley car to the pumpkin patch field. Each child can pick out a FREE sugar-sized pumpkin. Upon returning to the museum campus, you can decorate the pumpkins, play in the corn box, enjoy the outside harvest play area, and explore the museum exhibits and displays. Admission also includes the Fire Truck Museum located on the Trolley Museum campus. The event operates rain or shine.
Where: East Windsor | More Info: Pumpkin Patch Trolley Rides
Scarecrows Along Main Street
What to Expect:
A delightful display of over 100 handcrafted scarecrows along Main Street in Old Wethersfield.
Description:
Scarecrows Along Main Street is a beloved fall tradition in Old Wethersfield, Connecticut. From October 1 to October 31, over 100 handcrafted scarecrows will be displayed along Main Street, showcasing creativity and celebrating the season. Visitors can stroll through the historic district, shop at local businesses, enjoy meals at restaurants, and explore museums and historical landmarks. This event is sponsored by the Old Wethersfield Shopkeepers Association and is a cherished community event that brings families and local businesses together to celebrate the magic of fall.
Where: Wethersfield | More Info: Scarecrows Along Main Street
Halloween Walk-Thru at Stew Leonard's
What to Expect:
A complimentary family-friendly experience featuring over a dozen Halloween-themed scenes in the Stew Leonard’s pumpkin patch.
Description:
Starting on Tuesday, October 1, shoppers can follow a Halloween Walk Through under the tent in the Stew Leonard’s pumpkin patch. This complimentary family-friendly experience features more than a dozen Halloween-themed scenes using inflatable characters, decorations, and more. It is open daily through Halloween, providing a festive and fun atmosphere for all ages.
Where: Newington | More Info: Halloween Walk-Thru at Stew Leonard's
Wee Faerie Village: Old Timey Town
What to Expect:
An immersive outdoor event with historic spaces and faerie installations.
Description:
The Wee Faerie Village: Old Timey Town is an immersive outdoor event at the Florence Griswold Museum, running from September 28 to November 3, 2024. Inspired by living history museums, this year's theme, Yesterville, transports visitors to a charming old-timey town filled with historic spaces like a covered bridge, lighthouse, windmill, tavern, and more. The event features over two dozen faerie installations and a variety of special events, making it a delightful experience for all ages.
Where: Old Lyme | More Info: Wee Faerie Village: Old Timey Town
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Bristol
Spooky Brunch Drag Bingo
What to Expect:
A unique blend of brunch, drag performances, and bingo games in a spooky atmosphere.
Description:
Experience a frightfully fun time at the Spooky Brunch Drag Bingo event. Enjoy a morning filled with fabulous drag queens, a BYOB brunch, and thrilling bingo games. Participants are encouraged to dress in their spookiest attire to win amazing prizes.
Where: Bristol | More Info: Spooky Brunch Drag Bingo
Other Halloween Activities Near Bristol
Halloween Painting Party
What to Expect:
A guided, step-by-step acrylic painting experience with a spooky graveyard theme.
Description:
Join Lovely Brushly for a spooky graveyard-themed painting workshop at Boston Tea Party in Bristol. This Halloween event is perfect for beginners, offering a guided acrylic painting experience with all necessary materials provided. Enjoy an evening of creativity and relaxation as you create your unique masterpiece.