Frederick Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

18 unique & unusual Halloween events in Frederick and nearby

Illustration of a small clay guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street at dusk, with friendly ghosts nearby (Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick)

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick

Apr 25 – Nov 28

Frederick $$

Maryland's oldest operating ghost tour exploring nearly 300 years of paranormal history.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Build Your Own Pumpkin Succulent Workshop)

Build Your Own Pumpkin Succulent Workshop

Sep 16 – Sep 30

Middletown 6 mi $$$

Craft a custom pumpkin succulent arrangement guided by Succulents by Jess.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Haunted Train Hub Tours)

Haunted Train Hub Tours

Oct 16 – Oct 24

Hagerstown 23 mi $

After-dark tour sharing folklore and haunting tales of train wrecks.

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

Tricks for Treats Halloween Night Skate

Sat, Oct 24

Gaithersburg 23 mi Free

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

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Parade - 2026)

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Parade - 2026

Sat, Oct 24

Hagerstown 22 mi $

Dogs walk a red carpet before judges for costume prizes.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Graveyard Ghost Tours)

Graveyard Ghost Tours

Fri, Nov 6

Hagerstown 23 mi $

Tour after dark and visit founder Jonathan Hager's gravesite.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Ghosts of Gaithersburg)

Ghosts of Gaithersburg

Tue, Oct 27

Gaithersburg 21 mi

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

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon (Civil War Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour)

Civil War Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour

Gettysburg 30 mi $$

Walking ghost tour exploring Gettysburg's most haunted Civil War sites.

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon (Historic Jennie Wade Birthplace Ghost Hunt with Equipment)

Historic Jennie Wade Birthplace Ghost Hunt with Equipment

Gettysburg 30 mi

Paranormal investigation inside the birthplace of Gettysburg's only civilian casualty.

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 37 mi Free

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

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk (Welty House Indoor Ghost Hunt with Equipment)

Welty House Indoor Ghost Hunt with Equipment

Gettysburg 30 mi

Investigate Civil War spirits inside spaces previously closed to the public.

DC WitchFest

Sat, Oct 10

Washington 39 mi Free

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

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 39 mi Free

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

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Tula & Regina's Halloween Drag Show)

Tula & Regina's Halloween Drag Show

Germantown 18 mi $$$

Spook-tacular Halloween drag show with Tula & Regina

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Cryptid Crawl & Halloween-ish Hike)

Cryptid Crawl & Halloween-ish Hike

Woodstock 29 mi Free

Night hike exploring Maryland's cryptid legends

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on an outdoor stage with costumed figures, a ghost, a trophy and a watching crowd (Halloween Teen After-Hours Party)

Halloween Teen After-Hours Party

Arbutus 39 mi $

Teen after-hours Halloween party with live music and costume contest.

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 34 mi $

Week-long Halloween celebration for dogs

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Fri16Oct Haunted Train Hub ToursHagerstown

thru28Nov Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick

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Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn

FrederickFamily-Friendly Fall Activities49 family events

Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins

FrederickHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties16 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and a black cat among bare trees at twilight

FrederickHaunted Experiences11 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience

FrederickHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment1 shows & screenings

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Frederick is surrounded by Halloween happenings, from haunted tours in town to harvest festivals just a short drive away. If you're looking for a night out, consider the grown-up events, or find family-friendly gatherings throughout the surrounding counties.

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