Uncover Rowlett's creepiest corners with our Halloween happening guide. Our guide illuminates the path through Rowlett's Halloween havoc for both native fireflies and moths drawn to the flame.
One popular attraction this season is the Hangman's House of Horrors, where thrill-seekers can navigate the spine-chilling depths of a haunted house filled with elaborate scares. Additionally, families can enjoy the Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat, featuring festive games and fun activities for all ages. And the Trunk or Treat is something you definitely don't want to miss with its creatively decorated trunks and a safe space for kids to collect sweets. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Rowlett
- Trunk or Treat
- Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat (The Colony)
- Hangman's House of Horrors (Fort Worth)
- BOO ON BALLARD (Wylie)
- Little Farmer Fridays: Halloween on the Farm (Plano)
- Halloween Harvest (Denton)
- Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets (Dallas)
- Howl-O-Ween (Dallas)
- Fallfest at First Rowlett
- J & F House of Terror (Garland)
See these and even more events listed below!
Rowlett Area Haunted Experiences
Hangman's House of Horrors
What to Expect:
A haunted walk-through experience featuring eerie legends and folklore in a 100-year-old military base setting.
Description:
Hangman's House of Horrors is a premier haunted attraction located in Fort Worth, Texas. This 100-year-old military base turned helium production plant is now a site of eerie legends and folklore. The main attraction features a haunted walk-through that promises to make you scream, while other attractions include an interactive horror art exhibit and a zombie-themed experience. Each visit offers a unique and intense Halloween experience.
Where: Fort Worth | More Info: Hangman's House of Horrors
J & F House of Terror
What to Expect:
Completely rebuilt each year for a unique and intense scare experience.
Description:
J & F House of Terror is a thrilling haunted house experience located at Firewheel Town Center in Garland, TX. Each year, the maze is completely rebuilt, offering a unique and intense scare experience. The haunted house is open rain or shine, with timed tickets to manage wait times. This year marks their 10th season and 5th year at Firewheel Town Center, promising an unforgettable adventure.
Where: Garland | More Info: J & F House of Terror
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Rowlett
Trunk or Treat
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with decorated trunks handing out candy and delicious food from food trucks.
Description:
Join us for a fun and safe Halloween celebration at Pecan Grove Park. The Trunk or Treat event features an impressive collection of decorated trunks handing out candy to trick-or-treaters. Enjoy delicious food from the food trucks and explore the festive atmosphere with family-friendly activities. All participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes, making it a memorable evening for everyone.
Where: Rowlett | More Info: Trunk or Treat
Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating and festive activities at Grandscape.
Description:
Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat at Grandscape is a family-friendly Halloween event featuring trick-or-treating, festive activities, and a fun-filled evening for all ages. The event is presented by FNBO and takes place on October 31 from 6:00-9:00 PM.
Where: The Colony | More Info: Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat
BOO ON BALLARD
What to Expect:
A safe and convenient trick-or-treating experience with live music and carnival games in downtown Wylie.
Description:
Join us in downtown Wylie for a fun-filled Halloween celebration at BOO ON BALLARD This family-friendly event transforms the historic downtown area into a Halloween wonderland with trick-or-treating, live music, and carnival games. Kids can walk through the streets and receive candy and treats from local merchants. It's a safe and convenient way for families to enjoy the holiday together.
Where: Wylie | More Info: BOO ON BALLARD
Halloween Harvest
What to Expect:
The event features a dog costume contest and various family-friendly activities.
Description:
Celebrate the autumn season with the cutest and spookiest dog costume contest, presented by Chateau le Woof. Enjoy workshops, music, and food vendors. It’s a Halloween like no other that can only be experienced at Socrates Sculpture Park.
Where: Denton | More Info: Halloween Harvest
Little Farmer Fridays: Halloween on the Farm
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with interactive farm activities suitable for preschoolers and their grown-ups.
Description:
Join us for Little Farmer Fridays: Halloween on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead Museum. Celebrate Halloween with your little ones in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere. Come in costume (no scary costumes) and enjoy trick-or-treating around the farm, games, goodies, and activities like wagon rides and feeding the chickens. Story time features a preschool favorite, "The Very Busy Spider" by Eric Carle. Make your own spider craft in the historic pole barn to take home. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a beautiful fall day on the farm.
Where: Plano | More Info: Little Farmer Fridays: Halloween on the Farm
Howl-O-Ween
What to Expect:
A variety of free Halloween activities and events tailored for families.
Description:
Great Wolf Lodge in Dallas, Grapevine, TX, is hosting Howl-O-Ween, an annual Halloween celebration featuring spooky special treats, games, and Halloween activities. Families can participate in a trick-or-treat trail, Monster Bash Dance Party, Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular singalong, Halloween-themed games like Bingo and Trivia, and customized Halloween arts and crafts. The event is included with your stay and encourages families to bring their Halloween costumes.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Howl-O-Ween
Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating, local artisan markets, and live entertainment in the vibrant streets of Downtown Dallas.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular night at the 6th Annual Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets This Halloween event, presented by H-E-B, Central Market, and Joe V's Smart Shop, offers a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, local artisan markets, arts and crafts for kids, live entertainment, and more. Explore the vibrant streets of Downtown Dallas as we transform them into a Halloween wonderland with spooky decorations and friendly ghosts and ghouls.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets
Fallfest at First Rowlett
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Fallfest at First Rowlett is its inclusive and diverse range of activities designed for both children and adults, making it a comprehensive community event.
Description:
Fallfest at First Rowlett is a free annual community event that takes place on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The event features a craft and vendor fair, food trucks, a silent auction, and a country store. It also includes a children's jamboree with activities like a petting zoo, bounce houses, and face painting. The event aims to support the community by collecting canned goods and proceeds will help fund local missions, including the Hope Hand Food Pantry.