Unleash your inner monster and explore Mesquite's creepiest corners with our expertly crafted Halloween guide, packed with terrifying events and macabre mysteries. Our Halloween guide sheds light on Mesquite's darkest delights for longtime shadow-dwellers and those new to the night.
Popular during the holiday season, the Screams Halloween Theme Park transforms into a chilling wonderland filled with haunted mazes and spine-tingling attractions. Adding to the festivities, various Trunk or Treat Events around the city invite families to enjoy an evening of safe trick-or-treating from creatively decorated car trunks. And definitely don't forget PumpkinFest, where festive activities and seasonal treats await to get you in the Halloween spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Mesquite
- Screams Halloween Theme Park (Waxahachie)
- PumpkinFest
- Trunk or Treat Events (various locations) (Dallas)
- Garland Fall Fest & Guzzler Run 0.5K (Garland)
- Duncanville Halloween Party - 10 Year Edition (Duncanville)
- Movies in the Park: “The Addams Family 2”
- The Shire Fall Festival (Richardson)
- Halloween Spooktacular Flower Class (Dallas)
- Halloween Costume Goat Yoga Downtown Dallas (Dallas)
- Seasonal Grilling: The Flavors of Fall (Dallas)
See these and even more events listed below!
Mesquite Area Haunted Experiences
Screams Halloween Theme Park
What to Expect:
A comprehensive Halloween experience featuring 5 haunted houses, live stage shows, and various attractions and activities.
Description:
Screams Halloween Theme Park offers a thrilling Halloween experience with 5 haunted houses, each with unique themes and terrifying frights. The park also features the Cool Ghoul Boolevard and Rottingwood Cemetery walk-through attractions, live stage shows presented by Whataburger, Scary-Oke, and games of skill. Visitors can enjoy food and drink options, including new food trucks and pubs for those 21+, as well as shopping for Halloween merchandise.
Where: Waxahachie | More Info: Screams Halloween Theme Park
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Mesquite
PumpkinFest
What to Expect:
A variety of fall-themed activities and attractions including face painting and a 26ft tall rock-climbing wall.
Description:
PumpkinFest is a family-friendly fall festival hosted by Mesquite Parks and Recreation at Paschall Park. The event features a variety of activities including a costume contest, pumpkin pie eating contest, face painting, hayride, and themed selfie station. There are also carnival rides, inflatables, and a rock-climbing wall available with a $10 wristband purchase. The event is free to attend, with free parking and admission.
Where: Mesquite | More Info: PumpkinFest
Trunk or Treat Events (various locations)
What to Expect:
Decorated car trunks turning parking lots into festive Halloween wonderlands.
Description:
Trunk or Treat Events hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas are fun and safe Halloween celebrations. Decorated car trunks turn parking lots into Halloween wonderlands, featuring captivating themes, haunted houses, and games. These community events bring families together, offering a delightful experience for kids of all ages. Each location provides a unique and festive atmosphere, making these events a must-visit during the Halloween season.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Trunk or Treat Events (various locations)
Garland Fall Fest & Guzzler Run 0.5K
What to Expect:
A festive event offering a perfect blend of fun, food, and entertainment for all ages, including a 0.5K run and various fall-themed activities.
Description:
Join Garland Fall Fest & Guzzler Run 0.5K for a delightful autumn celebration in Downtown Garland. Enjoy FREE Live Entertainment, a Kid's Zone, a festive Pumpkin Patch photo op, and Bowling with Pumpkins. The event features a physically undemanding but mentally strenuous 0.5K run, followed by post-race fun with fall-themed activities and delicious food and craft brews.
Where: Garland | More Info: Garland Fall Fest & Guzzler Run 0.5K
The Shire Fall Festival
What to Expect:
The diverse array of activities and vendors makes it a comprehensive family-friendly event.
Description:
The Shire Fall Festival in Richardson is a family-friendly event featuring a seasonal Fall Festival Market with 50+ local vendors, caricatures by Suzanna, pumpkin painting, live music, artistry by Alana Face-painter, a dog costume contest, specialty cocktails, and more. The event is free to attend and offers free parking.
Where: Richardson | More Info: The Shire Fall Festival
Seasonal Grilling: The Flavors of Fall
What to Expect:
Hands-on cooking class focusing on seasonal grilling techniques with wine pairings.
Description:
Join Central Market Dallas Lovers Lane for Seasonal Grilling: The Flavors of Fall, where you'll learn to create delicious seasonal dishes using fall fruits and vegetables. This hands-on cooking class is perfect for all ages, and attendees 21+ will enjoy a glass of wine paired with the meal. You'll pick up tips on both indoor and outdoor grilling as you make a magnificent meal with your team.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Seasonal Grilling: The Flavors of Fall
Halloween Costume Goat Yoga Downtown Dallas
What to Expect:
The unique feature of this event is the opportunity to practice yoga while interacting with adorable pet goats in Halloween costumes.
Description:
Join us for a fun and festive Halloween Costume Goat Yoga session at Harwood Park in Dallas This outdoor event invites participants to practice yoga while adorable pet goats graze and jump around them. Come dressed in your best fall attire or Halloween costume for a memorable experience. The event is suitable for participants aged 5 and over, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Enjoy socializing with the goats after class and take part in extra picture-taking opportunities.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Halloween Costume Goat Yoga Downtown Dallas
Halloween Spooktacular Flower Class
What to Expect:
A special Halloween-themed flower arranging class where participants design and take home their own floral creations.
Description:
Join us for a special Halloween-themed flower arranging class where you'll create a beautiful, spooky floral arrangement filled with luxurious blooms and seasonal stems. This craft night event is perfect for celebrating the holiday season with a unique and creative activity.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Halloween Spooktacular Flower Class
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Mesquite
Duncanville Halloween Party - 10 Year Edition
What to Expect:
Relive the 2014 Halloween Homecoming Bash with a 10-year class reunion celebration.
Description:
Join the Duncanville High School Class of 2014 for a spooky and memorable Halloween reunion. This 10-year celebration promises to unleash your inner Panther with a Halloween-themed party reminiscent of the 2014 Halloween Homecoming Bash. Enjoy a 3-course meal, relive old memories, and make new ones in a festive atmosphere. Costumes are encouraged, and parking is included with ticket purchase. This event is 21+ only, so come ready to party!