Concord Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

17 unique & unusual Halloween events in Concord and nearby.

Halloween events span several nearby towns, with Salem offering major attractions like the Festival of the Dead and the Haunted Happenings Grand Parade. Families might consider events in neighboring communities.

For those seeking something different, consider the unique atmosphere of a ghost tour or a local community gathering. Local options provide various ways to celebrate the season.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 39 Halloween Howl Concord

Free community trick-or-treating, costume contest, and trunk-or-treat on Main Street.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 6 Halloween Masquerade Ball Laconia

An adults-only cruise grand finale featuring a costume contest and buffet dinner.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 20 Haunted Winnipesaukee Cruise Laconia

90-minute evening cruise featuring 18 local ghost stories and seasonal desserts.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 2 Salem's Comedy Coven – Haunted Comedy Show Salem

Haunted pop-up comedy featuring New England stand-up and eerie surprises.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can kids come on ghost tours in Concord?

Family-friendly early tours, usually the 7 pm slot, keep stories spooky but not graphic and welcome ages 8-plus; late-night tours lean into murder and macabre detail and often set 13+ or 18+ minimums. Check the tour's stated age guidance and pick the early slot for first-timers. Ninety minutes of night walking is the real limit for younger kids, so check the route length.

How should we dress for October outdoor events in Concord?

October is the swing month: afternoon events can be warm while anything after sunset drops fast, so the answer is always layers, base, zip layer, packable shell, plus closed shoes for grass and gravel venues. Toss gloves and a beanie in the bag after mid-October for night tours and outdoor screenings. Check the hourly forecast at event time, not the daily high.

How do we plan around lantern parades and night processions in Concord?

Stake out the route, not the staging area: arrive 30-45 minutes early at a mid-route spot with a wall or storefront at your back for kids' sightlines. Bring your own lantern or glow items only if the event invites it. Transit beats driving, since road closures wrap the route, and know the dispersal point so your group reunites after the crowd releases.

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