Prepare for a spine-tingling adventure through Temple's Halloween landscape with our expertly crafted guide, showcasing the most haunting events and ghostly encounters. Plunge into the cauldron of Temple's Halloween brew with our guide, a potion for resident witches and curious cats.
Popular Events: Experience the thrills at Screams Halloween Theme Park, where frightful attractions and eerie entertainment await those brave enough to explore. Featuring a unique twist on traditional hayrides, the Haunted Hayride invites you to sit back and enjoy chilling tales under the moonlight. And the Texas Pumpkin Fest is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering pumpkin carving, festive activities, and seasonal treats for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Temple
- Screams Halloween Theme Park (Waxahachie)
- Wicked Wine Run (Killeen)
- Texas Pumpkin Fest (Leander)
- Haunted Hayride
- Fox Trot 5K and Fun Run (Killeen)
- Scream Hollow: Wicked Halloween Park (Smithville)
- Robinson Family Fall Farm Festival
- Fall Festival (Harker Heights) (Harker Heights)
- Pumpkin Patch Festival (Salado) (Salado)
- Haunted Drive (Cleveland)
See these and even more events listed below!
Temple Area Haunted Experiences
Screams Halloween Theme Park
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience with five haunted houses, live stage shows, and various entertainment options.
Description:
Screams Halloween Theme Park offers an immersive Halloween experience in the D/FW Metroplex. The park features five haunted houses with unique themes, creepy characters, and thrilling updates. Visitors can enjoy walk-through attractions like Cool Ghoul Boolevard and Rottingwood Cemetery, live stage shows, Scary-Oke, and games of skill. There are also food and drink options, including pubs and new food trucks, making it a fun-filled night for all ages 16 and above.
Where: Waxahachie | More Info: Screams Halloween Theme Park
Haunted Hayride
What to Expect:
A one-mile trail through a haunted landscape with low-medium intensity scares and surprises.
Description:
The Haunted Hayride is a spine-tingling experience where an eerie adventure awaits around every twist and turn. This annual event transforms the tranquil countryside into a realm of haunting mysteries and ghostly surprises. The one-mile trail takes about 10-15 minutes to ride through, making it enjoyable for the whole family. It is a low-medium intensity haunt with its fair share of scares and surprises.
Where: Temple | More Info: Haunted Hayride
Scream Hollow: Wicked Halloween Park
What to Expect:
A comprehensive Halloween experience featuring multiple haunted houses, live music, and themed attractions.
Description:
Scream Hollow: Wicked Halloween Park is a premier haunted attraction located just 30 miles east of downtown Austin. This 20-acre park features 4 haunted houses across 18 buildings in the woods, along with live music, a beer garden, and various themed eateries like the Cackling Witch Cafe and Bakery. The event also includes a Halloween museum and gift shops, making it an unforgettable experience for Halloween enthusiasts.
Where: Smithville | More Info: Scream Hollow: Wicked Halloween Park
Haunted Drive
What to Expect:
A 1.5-mile drive-thru haunt with horrifying surprises and haunting scenes.
Description:
Haunted Drive in Cleveland, Texas, offers a thrilling 1.5-mile drive-thru haunt suitable for all ages. The attraction features horrifying surprises, haunting scenes, and a deadly drive experience. Visitors can also explore a kid's haunted house, trick-or-treat area, and haunted maze. The event is designed to immerse participants in a world of fear and suspense.
Where: Cleveland | More Info: Haunted Drive
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Temple
Texas Pumpkin Fest
What to Expect:
Offers a variety of fun and spooky activities for all ages, including a large pumpkin patch and Halloween-themed attractions.
Description:
Texas Pumpkin Fest is a family-friendly event that celebrates fall and Halloween with exciting attractions, including a pumpkin patch, Halloween animatronics, a zombie hayride, pony rides, petting zoos, magic shows, and various carnival games. The festival offers a wide variety of pumpkins and gourds for sale, along with complimentary wheel barrels and pull wagons for the pumpkin patch. It is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Halloween from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Where: Leander | More Info: Texas Pumpkin Fest
Wicked Wine Run
What to Expect:
Combines running with wine tasting in a festive vineyard setting.
Description:
Wicked Wine Run is a unique event that combines running with wine tasting. Participants enjoy a 5K run through beautiful vineyards, followed by a tasting walk. The event features great music, local food trucks, vendors, and non-cheesy games, making it an unforgettable experience for friends and loved ones.
Where: Killeen | More Info: Wicked Wine Run
Robinson Family Fall Farm Festival
What to Expect:
A unique outdoor experience with a wide range of attractions and activities, including farm animals and a Super Mega Slide.
Description:
The Robinson Family Fall Festival is a beloved Central Texas tradition, offering a variety of attractions and activities for all ages. Enjoy delicious treats, explore the farm, and take part in numerous photo opportunities. The event features food trucks, crazy desserts, and a wine & biergarten, making it a perfect day out with family or friends.
Where: Temple | More Info: Robinson Family Fall Farm Festival
Fox Trot 5K and Fun Run
What to Expect:
A themed 5K run that transforms into a sock hop extravaganza with neon lights, checkerboard dance floors, and classic rock n roll tunes.
Description:
Get ready to step back in time to the groovy era of sock hops with this year's Fox Trot 5K. On Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Nolanville City Hall, participants will be transported to a time when Elvis was the king. The event features a 5K course with themed water stations and a finish line celebration complete with confetti, high-fives, and maybe even a victory dance. Dust off those poodle skirts and slick back that hair for a blast from the past that'll have you twisting, shaking, and running your way through nostalgia.
Where: Killeen | More Info: Fox Trot 5K and Fun Run
Pumpkin Patch Festival (Salado)
What to Expect:
The event features a gallery packed with the finest collection of pumpkins and a Royal Street Art Walk in the evening.
Description:
The Salado Glassworks Pumpkin Patch Event is a festive celebration featuring a gallery packed with the finest collection of pumpkins. The event includes a Royal Street Art Walk (RAW) in the evening, offering a unique blend of art, culture, and community spirit. This family-friendly event is perfect for a fun-filled day with friends and family.
Where: Salado | More Info: Pumpkin Patch Festival (Salado)
Fall Festival (Harker Heights)
What to Expect:
A community-wide garage sale where residents can declutter and shop for unique items.
Description:
The Fall Community Garage Sale in Harker Heights is an annual event where residents can declutter their homes and shop around the city for unique items. This community-driven event offers a great opportunity for residents to come together and find bargains while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Where: Harker Heights | More Info: Fall Festival (Harker Heights)
Family Day at Silo of Screams
What to Expect:
A kid-friendly Halloween event with a portion of the haunted attraction open for family-friendly activities.
Description:
Silo of Screams offers a Family Day event on October 20 and 27, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This kid-friendly event features a portion of the haunted attraction open, with no actors inside scaring. Activities include candy giveaways, photo opportunities with actors, and a tour of the swamp, mystic maze, and funhouse. The event is designed for spooky fun without the scares, making it a great family outing.
Where: Temple | More Info: Family Day at Silo of Screams
Truck or Treat 2024
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Trunk or Treat 2024 is its combination of festive activities, food trucks, and a canned goods drive to support the community.
Description:
Trunk or Treat 2024 at Bayside Church in Granite Bay offers a fun-filled evening with inflatables, multiple food trucks, and more. The event supports the Placer Food Bank by collecting canned goods to provide food for those in need. It includes Safe Harbor Entry from 5:15 PM to 6 PM and General Event Entry from 6 PM to 8:30 PM.
Where: Temple | More Info: Truck or Treat 2024
Temple Farmer's Market (fall season)
What to Expect:
The market offers a diverse selection of seasonal and regionally sourced produce.
Description:
The Temple Farmer's Market in downtown Temple offers a delightful experience with a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and baked goods. Starting in May 2024, visitors can enjoy the market every Tuesday from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Santa Fe Plaza. This event is a great place to stock up on groceries and enjoy the local produce.
Where: Temple | More Info: Temple Farmer's Market (fall season)
Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Belton
What to Expect:
A free and family-friendly Halloween celebration with over 135,000 pieces of candy.
Description:
Join Downtown Belton for its 10th Annual Candy Trail, a spooktacular Halloween event featuring over 135,000 pieces of candy. This free and family-friendly activity is a fun alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, made possible by the Downtown Belton Business Alliance and Discover Downtown Belton. The streets will be closed for safety, and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This event promises to be a memorable Halloween celebration.