Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Goldsboro 2026

15 unique & unusual Halloween events near Goldsboro

New Bern Ghostwalk

Oct 22 – Oct 24

New Bern 57 mi $$

Historical spirits share real stories across downtown porches and Cedar Grove Cemetery.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Spooky Hollow First Friday)

Spooky Hollow First Friday

Fri, Oct 2

Raleigh 46 mi

Downtown Raleigh's official fall kick-off with costumes and live performers.

Illustration of orange food trucks with pumpkins and costumed figures at picnic tables under string lights at dusk (Fall Arts Fair 2026 at Fred Fletcher Park)

Fall Arts Fair 2026 at Fred Fletcher Park

Sat, Nov 7

Raleigh 46 mi Free

Works from over 60 local artists, live music, and food trucks.

Illustration of three small ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera tripods in a dim hallway with pumpkins and a ghost (Haunted Carolina: The Spookiest Places in North Carolina)

Haunted Carolina: The Spookiest Places in North Carolina

Wed, Oct 14

Garner 42 mi Free

Paranormal investigator Nicolle Morock presents lesser-known haunted North Carolina sites.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Pumpkin Flower Top Arrangement Workshop)

Pumpkin Flower Top Arrangement Workshop

Sat, Oct 17

Raleigh 46 mi $$$

Craft a mess-free pumpkin centerpiece with dried and faux botanicals.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (The Haunting of Hill House Book Discussion)

The Haunting of Hill House Book Discussion

Mon, Oct 19

Raleigh 49 mi Free

A librarian-led community book discussion of Shirley Jackson's novel.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Into the Veil: A Halloween Sound Bath Journey)

Into the Veil: A Halloween Sound Bath Journey

Sat, Oct 31

Raleigh 50 mi $

Sound bath featuring crystal bowls, gongs, and Halloween costumes.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Poetry Club: My Poem Is Haunted)

Poetry Club: My Poem Is Haunted

Tue, Oct 20

Raleigh 50 mi Free

Informal poetry reading and writing workshop for adults and beginners.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Craft and Chat: Block Pumpkins)

Craft and Chat: Block Pumpkins

Sat, Oct 3

Raleigh 53 mi Free

Adult crafting session making seasonal decorative block pumpkins at the library.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Wine Cork Pumpkins Craft Event)

Wine Cork Pumpkins Craft Event

Thu, Oct 1

Morrisville 56 mi Free

Adults craft fall pumpkins from wine corks using supplied materials.

Greenville Horror-Fest

Greenville 36 mi $$

North Carolina's premier horror convention with celebrity guests.

Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (Halloween Ghost Hunt in Cary)

Halloween Ghost Hunt in Cary

Cary 52 mi $

Outdoor ghost hunt game with 10 city locations

Illustration of two friendly ghosts in a cozy puzzle room with a wooden desk, bookshelves, a tall clock and small pumpkins (Halloween Ghost Hunt in Fayetteville, NC)

Halloween Ghost Hunt in Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville 55 mi $

Smartphone-guided ghost hunt through 10 haunted locations

Illustration of a vampire bartender shaking a drink at a Halloween bar with cocktails, pumpkins and green potion flasks (Adult Nights: Zombie Prom)

Adult Nights: Zombie Prom

Raleigh 46 mi $$

Adult-only Zombie Prom with science and undead theme.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition))

Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition)

Apex 46 mi Free

Halloween-themed market with geek culture and local vendors

Other Halloween categories near Goldsboro

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees

GoldsboroFamily-Friendly Fall Activities34 family events

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with costumed characters around a punch bowl, a ghost, pumpkins and string lights

GoldsboroHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties12 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon

GoldsboroHaunted Experiences13 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a small stage with red curtains before a costumed audience

GoldsboroHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment2 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Goldsboro

Goldsboro's Halloween celebrations extend beyond our city limits, with local farms, theaters, and breweries hosting spectral soirees. Consider a drive for larger affairs like the New Bern Ghostwalk, or if you prefer a closer, more family-friendly outing, check out local workshops.

From ticketed frights to community gatherings, find your perfect October adventure.

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