Illustration of a Halloween craft scene with clay kids, a friendly ghost, bats and glowing pumpkins under party bunting (ArBOOretum)

ArBOOretum

Families celebrate autumn with Houston's only Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail, live animal encounters, and pumpkin decorating. Guests can also enjoy lawn games, face painting, train rides, a photo booth, and local food trucks.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Arboretum Members: free, registration required. Nonmembers: children under age 3 free; ages 3 and up are $25 through Friday, October 16, and $30 on Saturday, October 17. Registration is required for members and nonmembers. Guests must select a preferred arrival time. If registration does not fill in advance, limited day-of tickets will be available online or at the event entrance.

Hours

10:00 am–4:00 pm; last entry at 3:00 pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Memorial Park area

Food & Drink

Food trucks and refreshments are available on site.

Parking

There is no onsite parking. Parking is offsite Shuttles will run throughout the day. ADA parking and rideshare access are at 4501 Woodway Drive. No other public parking or access is available.

Accessibility

ADA parking and rideshare access is available onsite at 4501 Woodway Drive.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Going?

Location

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center · 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77024 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your costume.
  • Bring your registration email or QR code for check-in at the entrance.
  • Do not bring pets, as they are not permitted at the event.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year, registration is required for both Arboretum Members and nonmembers.
  • All guests must select a preferred arrival time during registration.

Links & Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pets allowed at the event?

No, pets are not permitted at ArBOOretum.

What happens if it rains?

The event takes place rain or shine. If canceled, tickets are non-refundable and will be treated as donations to the organization.

Where do visitors park?

There is no general onsite public parking; offsite parking is provided with shuttles running throughout the day.

Do Arboretum Members need to register in advance?

Yes, registration and selecting a preferred arrival time are required for both members and nonmembers.

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