Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Chillum 2026

23 unique & unusual Halloween events near Chillum

Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (Alexandria Ghosts Old Town Ghost Tour)

Alexandria Ghosts Old Town Ghost Tour

Alexandria 11 mi

Nightly walking ghost tour through historic Old Town Alexandria's haunted landmarks.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (DC Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour)

DC Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour

Washington 5 mi

Late-night walking tour uncovering the haunted history around the White House.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Celebrate Van Ness Main Street!)

Celebrate Van Ness Main Street!

Sun, Oct 25

Washington Free

Kid-friendly Halloween celebration with playground games and trick-or-treating at local businesses.

Illustration of a boy holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street lined with lit houses, pumpkins and a full moon (Ghosts of Lafayette Park Tour)

Ghosts of Lafayette Park Tour

Washington $$

Victorian-costumed guides lead lantern-lit walking tours of haunted Washington, D.C.

Ghost & Pirate Tour

Alexandria 11 mi $$

Lantern-lit walking tour through Old Town Alexandria's historic cobblestone streets.

DC WitchFest

Sat, Oct 10

Washington Free

Annual market featuring local artists, makers, and magical vendors.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Alexandria’s Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour - Holiday Haunts)

Alexandria’s Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour - Holiday Haunts

Alexandria 11 mi

Haunted tales by lantern light in a historic graveyard

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Tricks for Treats Halloween Night Skate)

Tricks for Treats Halloween Night Skate

Sat, Oct 24

Gaithersburg 16 mi Free

Halloween night skate with costume and best trick competitions and candy.

Illustration of a small clay guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street at dusk, with friendly ghosts nearby (Soul Strolls: Grave Robbing and Resurrection)

Soul Strolls: Grave Robbing and Resurrection

Oct 16 – Oct 31

Washington 6 mi $$

Lantern-lit twilight tours featuring costumed interpreters portraying interred cemetery residents.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles and scattered seeds on a wooden table under string lights at dusk (Paint Your Own Pumpkin Candle Workshop with Olga Kardonova)

Paint Your Own Pumpkin Candle Workshop with Olga Kardonova

Sun, Oct 11

Washington $$$

Paint and pour a scented soy candle inside a concrete pumpkin.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards on a round table among pumpkins, candles and a fireplace (Women Running From Houses: Three Gothic Horror Writers)

Women Running From Houses: Three Gothic Horror Writers

Wed, Sep 16

Washington Free

Gothic horror authors host an evening of bingo, tarot, and drinks.

Spooky Succulent Terrarium Workshop

Sat, Oct 10

Alexandria 11 mi $$

Craft a Halloween terrarium with live succulents and spooky decorations.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Spooky Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop)

Spooky Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop

Oct 11 – Oct 30

Alexandria 11 mi $$

Craft a hanging jellyfish terrarium using air plants and spooky decor.

Ghosts of Gaithersburg

Tue, Oct 27

Gaithersburg 17 mi

Explore haunted local places with the author of In Search of Ghosts.

Illustration of a rustic wooden tent with taps, hop garlands, frothy mugs, barrels and pumpkins at an autumn beer festival (Pumpkin Fun Flower Arranging Workshop)

Pumpkin Fun Flower Arranging Workshop

Tue, Oct 20

Alexandria 11 mi

Craft a fall centerpiece inside a hollowed-out mini pie pumpkin.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Make a Fall (Mabon) Wreath Workshop)

Make a Fall (Mabon) Wreath Workshop

Sat, Sep 19

Alexandria 11 mi $$$

Craft a natural autumn wreath for your front door.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Paint & Pour: Paint Your Own Pumpkin Candle Workshop)

Paint & Pour: Paint Your Own Pumpkin Candle Workshop

Sat, Oct 10

Alexandria 11 mi $$$

Paint a concrete vessel and pour a scented soy pumpkin candle.

DC Ghosts Haunted Tours

Washington 6 mi

Nightly outdoor walking tour exploring haunted sites and presidential history.

Pumpkin Terrarium Workshop

Sat, Oct 3

Alexandria 11 mi $$

Craft a cloche-style terrarium inside a glass pumpkin vessel.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Horror on Capitol Hill Ghost Tour)

Horror on Capitol Hill Ghost Tour

Washington 5 mi $$

Spooky ghost walking tour passing the Supreme Court and Capitol.

Spooky Science

Sat, Oct 10

Baltimore 30 mi

Magical science fun with potion experiments and wearable amulet crafts.

Illustration of a guide with a lantern and a small ghost on a cobblestone street with pumpkins and ghosts at dusk (Alexandria VA Lantern-Led Ghost Tour)

Alexandria VA Lantern-Led Ghost Tour

Alexandria 11 mi $$

Lantern-led ghost tour through historic Alexandria

Illustration of a Halloween parade on a town street at dusk with a giant smiling pumpkin float and costumed children (Dogtopia of Bethesda Halloween Party)

Dogtopia of Bethesda Halloween Party

Bethesda 6 mi $

Week-long Halloween celebration for dogs

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Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees

ChillumFamily-Friendly Fall Activities33 family events

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins

ChillumHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties41 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon

ChillumHaunted Experiences6 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

ChillumHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment4 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Chillum

Chillum has over a dozen Halloween happenings this year. If you're seeking a family-friendly afternoon, consider the Fall Harvest Festival at Brookside Gardens. For a different vibe, Alexandria offers several popular ghost tours.

From artistic endeavors to historical explorations, these events provide a spectrum of ways to celebrate the season.

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