Prepare for a spine-chilling adventure through Stamford's most haunted locations with our all-inclusive Halloween guide, featuring an array of terrifying events and ghostly encounters. Our handbook decodes Stamford's spectral social media for connected phantoms and digital necromancers alike.
Among the must-visit attractions this season is the Phantom Fall Fest, where families can enjoy themed activities and seasonal delights. You can also explore the thrills of The Dark Manor Haunted House, known for its immersive scares and chilling storyline. And the Stamford Halloween Bar Crawl is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a tour of local venues with Halloween-themed drinks and costumes. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Stamford
- Phantom Fall Fest (Bristol)
- Trick or Treat at Stew Leonard’s (Norwalk)
- The Dark Manor Haunted House (Baltic)
- Stamford Halloween Bar Crawl
- Pink or Treat Parade (Westport)
- Stamford Museum and Nature Center Fall Family Fest Sundays
- WineFest on Bedford
- Corn Mazes (various locations) (Various)
- DĂa de Muertos/Day of the Dead at CT Museum of Culture and History (Various)
- Pumpkin Patches (various locations) (Various)
See these and even more events listed below!
Stamford Area Haunted Experiences
Phantom Fall Fest
What to Expect:
The event features two all-new haunts, including its longest and most interactive haunted house in history.
Description:
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce is a Halloween event featuring more fog, more effects, and more screams. The park doubles its scare actor team and introduces two all-new haunts, including its longest and most interactive haunted house in history. Guests can enjoy family-friendly activities like trick-or-treating, delicious fall treats, and favorite rides during the day. As the sun sets, the fear kicks into gear with four sinister haunted houses, including Bloodcraft and Malignant: Overgrown Evil, offering a thrilling night of horror.
Where: Bristol | More Info: Phantom Fall Fest
The Dark Manor Haunted House
What to Expect:
A fully-outdoor, freshly redesigned haunted trail offering a thrilling new experience.
Description:
Experience the terror of The Dark Manor Haunted House, voted Connecticut's #1 scariest haunted house. Navigate through a fully-outdoor haunted trail filled with ghastly entities, undead creeps, and chainsaw freaks. The journey is not for the faint of heart, as many are driven mad by the terror lurking in every shadow.
Where: Baltic | More Info: The Dark Manor Haunted House
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Stamford
Trick or Treat at Stew Leonard’s
What to Expect:
Trick-or-treating with Stew Leonard’s costumed characters and festive activities.
Description:
At Stew Leonard’s in Norwalk, children aged 8 and younger are invited to dress in their costumes and go trick-or-treating around the store. Clear goodie bags will be provided to collect candy at various trick-or-treating stations. Stew Leonard’s famous characters, including mascot Wow Cow, will be available for photos. This family-friendly event offers a fun and festive Halloween experience for kids.
Where: Norwalk | More Info: Trick or Treat at Stew Leonard’s
Pink or Treat Parade
What to Expect:
A reading from Victoria Kann's book "Pinkalicious" and fun giveaways make this event a unique and engaging experience for young readers.
Description:
Join us for a fun-filled Halloween celebration with Victoria Kann The Pink or Treat Parade at The Westport Library features a reading from Victoria Kann's book "Pinkalicious," fun giveaways, and an opportunity to dress up in costume. This family-friendly event is perfect for young readers to kick off their spooky holiday season.
Where: Westport | More Info: Pink or Treat Parade
Stamford Museum and Nature Center Fall Family Fest Sundays
What to Expect:
A dinosaur-themed twist on traditional fall festival activities.
Description:
Celebrate New England's most colorful season with the Stamford Museum and Nature Center's Fall Family Fest Sundays. Enjoy a day filled with fun, games, and festival activities, including traditional favorites and exciting new additions. The event is open to families and kids of all ages, with an all-inclusive entry fee until 2 PM. Preregistration is strongly encouraged to ensure admission and save money.
Where: Stamford | More Info: Stamford Museum and Nature Center Fall Family Fest Sundays
Pumpkin Patches (various locations)
What to Expect:
A festive atmosphere with a wide variety of activities and attractions for all ages, including pumpkin picking and carnival games.
Description:
Halloween Town Pumpkin Patch Las Vegas offers a festive and family-friendly experience with activities like face painting, pumpkin decorating, and carnival games. The event features multiple locations with full-size rides, food, and attractions for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a variety of pumpkins to pick from and participate in numerous games and rides designed for children aged 2-10 years old.
Where: Various | More Info: Pumpkin Patches (various locations)
DĂa de Muertos/Day of the Dead at CT Museum of Culture and History
What to Expect:
The event features a community ofrenda display where attendees can contribute photographs and mementos to honor their deceased relatives.
Description:
The DĂa de Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History is a vibrant event featuring all-ages arts activities, live mariachi music, and traditional Mexican folk dances. The celebration includes ofrendas (small altars honoring the deceased), food for sale, crafts, and much more. It is a free and family-friendly event that honors the culture and history of DĂa de Muertos.
Where: Various | More Info: DĂa de Muertos/Day of the Dead at CT Museum of Culture and History
Corn Mazes (various locations)
What to Expect:
The Mid-South Maze features a haunted corn maze experience starting October 5th.
Description:
The Mid-South Maze offers a fun-filled experience with a corn maze, corn cannon, and hay rides. The maze is family-friendly during the day but transforms into a haunted maze at night starting October 5th. This event is perfect for all ages, with kid tickets priced at $8 and adult tickets at $12.
Where: Various | More Info: Corn Mazes (various locations)
WineFest on Bedford
What to Expect:
Sample wine from over 30 wineries while enjoying live music and lawn games in Latham Park.
Description:
WineFest on Bedford is a delightful event in Stamford Downtown where guests can sample wine from over 30 wineries. The event features live music, vendors, lawn games, and more. Attendees can enjoy unlimited wine tastings and light snacks while supplies last. The event is held in Latham Park on October 5, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., making it a perfect fall evening filled with wine, music, and community.
Where: Stamford | More Info: WineFest on Bedford
Fright Night
What to Expect:
A haunted hayride and spooky stories in a farm setting.
Description:
Join us for a not-too frightful evening of spooky stories, a haunted hayride, and sweet treats. This drop-off program is designed for children in grades 3rd-5th, offering a fun and safe Halloween experience.
Where: Wilton | More Info: Fright Night
Acton Public Library Pumpkin Painting
What to Expect:
Each family receives one pumpkin to decorate.
Description:
Join the Acton Public Library for a fun-filled afternoon of pumpkin painting. All supplies will be provided, and each family will receive one pumpkin to decorate. This event is made possible by the Friends of the Acton Library and is open to all. It's a great opportunity to spend quality time with family while creating some festive fall decorations.
Where: Old Saybrook | More Info: Acton Public Library Pumpkin Painting
East Hampton Library Halloween Costume Swap
What to Expect:
A community-driven event where participants can donate and shop for Halloween costumes.
Description:
The East Hampton Library Halloween Costume Swap is an event where participants can drop off their clean, gently used Halloween costumes between September 21 and October 4. After the drop-off period, visitors can come to the library to shop for great new costumes for this year. All ages are welcome to participate, and no donation is required to shop.
Where: East Hampton | More Info: East Hampton Library Halloween Costume Swap
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Stamford
Stamford Halloween Bar Crawl
What to Expect:
A night of generously low drink specials and holiday-themed drinks at multiple bars in Stamford.
Description:
Stamford Halloween Bar Crawl is a spooky adventure through the town's best bars, featuring over 4 venues with free entry, low drink specials, and holiday-themed drinks. Participants can enjoy select food specials and a $2000 prize value social media costume contest. This event promises a night of thrills and chills, perfect for those in their spookiest Halloween costumes.