Spooktober at Thanksgiving Point
Month-long Halloween celebration across multiple venues
47 family-friendly fall activities near Sandy Hills.
Sandy Hills has over 45 family-friendly Halloween events to choose from. For a major draw, consider the large-scale celebrations in Lehi or Herriman. If you're seeking something closer to home or a free activity, explore local park events. Whether you prefer a drive to a nearby town like Ogden or a local gathering, there's a Halloween experience here to suit your family's preferences.
Costume bar crawl with red-carpet photos, DJs, and themed drink specials.
Three distinct haunted attractions in one location
Family-friendly symphony concert with lobby crafts and a massive costume contest.
Costumed half marathon running 13.1 miles down scenic Provo Canyon.
See all trunk-or-treats, pumpkin patches, and kid-friendly events nearby.
Farm terrain is the challenge: grass, gravel, and rutted fields vary by venue and by how much rain fell that week. Call and ask about packed paths, accessible restrooms and parking, and whether the picking field has a firm route, since some farms bring pumpkins to a paved area on request. Festivals on fairgrounds or paved lots are the safer default.
Policies split hard: many farms ban pets outright for animal-safety and food rules, while some festivals welcome leashed dogs and even run costume contests for them. Check the venue's FAQ the day before, never assume. If dogs are allowed, bring water, keep them clear of petting zoos and food lines, and be honest about whether crowds plus kids stress your dog.
Cars line up in a lot with decorated trunks, and kids walk the loop collecting candy in one contained, well-lit place, usually in a single hour on a posted date before Halloween. It's ideal for toddlers, wheelchairs, wagons, and nervous first-timers, with no traffic or dark porches. Arrive at the start time, because popular trunks run out of candy fast.