Rochester Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Rochester and nearby
Rochester gives Halloween 2026 a hometown feel through Halloween happenings, haunted trails, and plenty of fall fun. Haunted Grandview Manor is a standout for visitors seeking theatrical scares, while local gatherings, ghost stories, and seasonal activities offer gentler ways to enjoy the season.
Near downtown Rochester and the scenic Cocheco River, colorful lights and cool evenings make an inviting setting for a night out. Pair a haunted attraction with a fall festival or a spooky bar crawl, then leave room for warm drinks and friendly conversation.
Editor's Picks
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Zombie Walk
Costumed dancers perform Thriller alongside guest zombies through downtown Rochester.
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Halloween Spooktacular & Pumpkin Patch
Free pumpkin decorating, trunk-or-treat, kids' games, and live music downtown.
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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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Historic Portsmouth Legends and Ghost Walk
· Portsmouth
Visit 13 of downtown Portsmouth's most active haunted locations.
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Browse Halloween Near Rochester by Category
Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Free pumpkin decorating, trunk-or-treat, kids' games, and live music downtown.
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
Costumed dancers perform Thriller alongside guest zombies through downtown Rochester.
Rochester Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
