Rochester Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

18 unique & unusual Halloween events in Rochester and nearby

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Fri16Oct The Salem Night FaireSalem Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (The Salem Night Faire) Fri16Oct Horror SPFX Workshop by Dead Puppy StudiosSalem Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Horror SPFX Workshop by Dead Puppy Studios) Sat17Oct Goffstown Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off & RegattaGoffstown Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a stage with a ghost, witch, robot and golden trophies (Goffstown Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off & Regatta) thru31Oct Festival of the DeadSalem Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards by a crystal ball, with candles, books and pumpkins (Festival of the Dead)

Other Halloween categories in Rochester

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees RochesterFamily-Friendly Fall Activities33 family events Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights RochesterHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties6 parties & tastings Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk RochesterHaunted Experiences24 haunted attractions Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night RochesterHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment2 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Rochester

Rochester residents seeking Halloween adventures will find Salem's iconic Haunted Happenings Grand Parade a major draw. For a different kind of local experience, consider the free Goffstown Pumpkin Weigh-off and Regatta.

Numerous other events dot the region, catering to various preferences, from intimate tours to larger public celebrations.

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