Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Dale City 2026

16 unique & unusual Halloween events near Dale City

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 19 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 24 mi

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

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Ghost & Pirate Tour)

Ghost & Pirate Tour

Alexandria 19 mi $$

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

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 24 mi $$

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

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 19 mi

Haunted tales by lantern light in a historic graveyard

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Ghost Tour of Brentsville Courthouse)

Ghost Tour of Brentsville Courthouse

Brentsville 11 mi $

Explore historic courthouse grounds and buildings by candlelight hearing chilling ghost stories.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Ben Lomond Campfire Ghost Stories)

Ben Lomond Campfire Ghost Stories

Manassas 15 mi $

Ghost stories around a campfire at an eerie historic Civil War hospital.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Spooky Succulent Terrarium Workshop)

Spooky Succulent Terrarium Workshop

Alexandria 19 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 19 mi $$

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

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

Alexandria 18 mi $$$

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

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

Alexandria 18 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

Alexandria 18 mi $$$

Craft a natural autumn wreath for your front door.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins, a scarecrow, a red wheelbarrow, hay and a wooden farm stand (Pumpkin Terrarium Workshop)

Pumpkin Terrarium Workshop

Alexandria 19 mi $$

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

Illustration of a young guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts in house windows under a full moon (DC Ghosts Haunted Tours)

DC Ghosts Haunted Tours

Washington 23 mi

Nightly outdoor walking tour exploring haunted sites and presidential history.

Illustration of a small clay guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street at dusk, with friendly ghosts nearby (Alexandria VA Lantern-Led Ghost Tour)

Alexandria VA Lantern-Led Ghost Tour

Alexandria 18 mi $$

Lantern-led ghost tour through historic Alexandria

Other Halloween categories near Dale City

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

Dale CityFamily-Friendly Fall Activities35 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

Dale CityHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties32 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

Dale CityHaunted Experiences9 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

Dale CityHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment5 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Dale City

Dale City's Halloween calendar features events hosted at diverse locations, from arts centers to neighborhood gatherings. Families might find the Pumpkin Fun workshop appealing, while those seeking a different vibe could explore Alexandria's historic ghost tours.

Expect a mix of ticketed and free admission events, with some taking place within Alexandria and others requiring a drive to nearby areas. Art installations and interactive workshops are part of the seasonal lineup.

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