Portsmouth Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Portsmouth and nearby
Portsmouth becomes a spooky wonderland during Halloween 2026 with spooky activities, fall festivals, and spooky season entertainment around its popular neighborhoods. Ghosts on the Banke uses the city’s historic character to create memorable atmosphere, while Applecrest Farm Fall Harvest Festival and Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival add food, color, and community warmth. The waterfront and old streets make a natural setting for exploration.
Look for glowing lights, haunted attractions, and seasonal activities that work equally well for groups, families, and curious first-time visitors.
Editor's Picks
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Historic Portsmouth Legends and Ghost Walk
Visit 13 of downtown Portsmouth's most active haunted locations.
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Pumpkin SMASH
Smash pumpkins with mallets, bats, and two-by-fours for community catharsis.
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Ghosts on the Banke
Trick-or-treat through history with spirits from America’s founding.
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Haunted Overload
· Lee
Immersive haunted trail featuring towering handcrafted monsters up to 34 feet tall.
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148th Annual Deerfield Fair
· Deerfield
Four-day country fair featuring an excavator rodeo competition.
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2026 Apple Harvest Day
· Dover
Day-long family festival featuring 300 vendors, food, and live entertainment.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Smash pumpkins with mallets, bats, and two-by-fours for community catharsis.
Haunted Experiences
Immersive haunted trail featuring towering handcrafted monsters up to 34 feet tall.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Munster Mash event supporting the Halloween Parade
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Visit 13 of downtown Portsmouth's most active haunted locations.
Portsmouth Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
