Unearth the hidden frights of The Woodlands this Halloween with our in-depth guide, offering a treasure trove of spine-tingling events and supernatural experiences to uncover. Our Halloween guide peels back the veil on The Woodlands's otherworldly offerings for both indigenous apparitions and ectoplasmic explorers.
Popular Events: Step into the eerie world of the 13th Floor Haunted House, where chilling encounters await at every turn. For families seeking themed fun, the Halloween Happy House at Children’s Museum Houston invites kids to explore festive activities and creative crafts. And the BOOFEST is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring costume contests and a parade 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 The Woodlands
- 13th Floor Haunted House (Houston)
- Halloween Happy House at Children’s Museum Houston (Houston)
- The Woodlands BOOFEST
- Pumpkin Lights at Lagoonfest Texas (Texas City)
- Shadow Puppet Theatre: If You’re a Monster and You Know It at The Woodlands Children’s Museum
- Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash
- The Addams Family at Charles Bender Performing Arts Center (Humble)
- Boozy Bash Halloween Party
- Pumpkin Smash 2024
- Treats on the Trail: A Halloween Spooktacular at Little Cedar Bayou Park (Baytown)
See these and even more events listed below!
The Woodlands Area Haunted Experiences
13th Floor Haunted House
What to Expect:
The unique feature of 13th Floor Haunted House is its immersive and interactive haunted house experience with multiple themed attractions and activities.
Description:
Experience the world-famous 13th Floor Haunted House, Houston's ultimate Halloween event. This year, immerse yourself in Blackthorn Falls, where an abandoned manor holds an old chest rumored to contain the essence of Pandora's Box and the Seven Deadly Sins. Explore the Whispering Cemetery, where a forgotten girl named Lilith lingers in shadows, and face the Blood Queen's sinister plans. Enjoy thrilling activities like the Hideout Secret Bar, Mini Escape Games, and Zombie Apocalypse Live. With its immersive themes and interactive experiences, 13th Floor Haunted House promises an unforgettable Halloween adventure.
Where: Houston | More Info: 13th Floor Haunted House
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near The Woodlands
Halloween Happy House at Children’s Museum Houston
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with Radio ONE's music and monstrous characters, offering a fun and spooky experience for kids.
Description:
Halloween Happy House at the Children's Museum Houston is an exciting Halloween party for kids. The event features Radio ONE's songs and monstrous characters, offering a fun-filled evening with candy, prizes, and activities. Children can enjoy trick-or-treating, spooky games, and interactive fun while dressed in their boo-tiful or frightfully freaky costumes.
Where: Houston | More Info: Halloween Happy House at Children’s Museum Houston
The Woodlands BOOFEST
What to Expect:
A comprehensive Halloween celebration with various activities and attractions for families.
Description:
The Woodlands BOOFEST is a family-friendly Halloween celebration at Town Green Park. It features seasonal shopping for unique Halloween treasures and costumes, culinary treats with a wide array of delicious snacks, a free mini pumpkin patch, and a trick-or-treat extravaganza. The event also includes two free trackless trains for a magical ride and support for local businesses with exclusive handcrafted items.
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: The Woodlands BOOFEST
Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash
What to Expect:
A festive Halloween event with trick-or-treating, carnival games, and costume contests.
Description:
The Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash is a spooktacular celebration where children can don their costumes and trick-or-treat from booth to booth, filling their bags with goodies from local vendors. The event includes strolling entertainment, carnival games, costume contests, photo areas, and food trucks, making it a fun-filled day for the whole family.
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash
Shadow Puppet Theatre: If You’re a Monster and You Know It at The Woodlands Children’s Museum
What to Expect:
An interactive storytelling experience with animated shadows.
Description:
Join the Woodlands Children’s Museum for a delightful Shadow Puppet Theatre performance of "If You’re a Monster and You Know It." This fun twist on the classic "If You’re Happy and You Know It" features lively, child-friendly monsters who stomp their paws and twitch their tails. The event is an introduction to storytelling elements that allow children of all ages to interact directly with each other, enchanted by the animated shadows.
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: Shadow Puppet Theatre: If You’re a Monster and You Know It at The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Pumpkin Lights at Lagoonfest Texas
What to Expect:
A family-friendly walking trail with thousands of hand-carved, illuminated jack-o’-lanterns set against a crystal blue lagoon backdrop.
Description:
Pumpkin Lights at Lagoonfest Texas is a family-friendly walking trail featuring thousands of hand-carved, illuminated jack-o’-lanterns set against a gorgeous crystal blue lagoon backdrop. The event includes a magical array of differently themed pumpkins, from dinosaurs and under the sea creatures to favorite characters from Harry Potter and classic Halloween movies. It offers a spooky yet not scary atmosphere, perfect for all ages, with Halloween-themed food and drink specials.
Where: Texas City | More Info: Pumpkin Lights at Lagoonfest Texas
Pumpkin Smash 2024
What to Expect:
Unique opportunity to dispose of Halloween pumpkins in an eco-friendly manner by transforming them into compost.
Description:
Join the Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department for their 3rd annual Pumpkin Smash on November 2, 2024, at Sterling Ridge Park and Ride. This free event allows residents to dispose of their Halloween pumpkins in an eco-friendly manner, transforming them into nutrient-rich compost. Participants can bring their carved or painted pumpkins and enjoy various smashing activities while learning about composting.
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: Pumpkin Smash 2024
Miss Ivy's Spooktacular Halloween Party at Fort Bend Museum
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with a costume contest and various spooky and fun activities.
Description:
Miss Ivy's Spooktacular Halloween Party at Fort Bend Museum is a fun family event where families and children of all ages can enjoy spooky games, mysterious tricks, and sweet treats. The event includes a costume contest at 2 p.m., trick-or-treating, and various crafts. The 1883 Moore Mansion and its yard will be part of the festivities, offering a unique and family-friendly Halloween experience.
Where: Richmond | More Info: Miss Ivy's Spooktacular Halloween Party at Fort Bend Museum
Treats on the Trail: A Halloween Spooktacular at Little Cedar Bayou Park
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating along a spooky trail and crossing a haunted bridge.
Description:
Join us for a spooky night of trick-or-treating along the trail and crossing a haunted bridge at Little Cedar Bayou Park. Put on your best costume or favorite Halloween mask and enjoy a free evening of Halloween festivities. This event is perfect for families and those who dare to enter the haunted bridge.
Where: Baytown | More Info: Treats on the Trail: A Halloween Spooktacular at Little Cedar Bayou Park
Halloween Pickleball Tournament at Falconwing Park
What to Expect:
A Halloween-themed pickleball tournament with random court assignments and encouraged costumes.
Description:
The Halloween Pickleball Tournament at Falconwing Park is a fun and festive event where participants can enjoy a friendly pickleball tournament with a Halloween theme. All levels are welcome, and costumes are encouraged. The event will take place on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: Halloween Pickleball Tournament at Falconwing Park
HOMESCHOOL Halloween Monsters and Mummies at Kidcreate Studio
What to Expect:
A messy and creative art-making experience where kids can create their own spooky Halloween monsters and mummies.
Description:
In this fun and messy art class, children aged 4 to 9 will create spooky Halloween monsters and mummies using plaster, paint, and other ooey-gooey art supplies. The class promises to be a whole lot of fun as kids get creative and make their own Halloween-themed art projects.
Where: Houston | More Info: HOMESCHOOL Halloween Monsters and Mummies at Kidcreate Studio
PARENT & CHILD Workshop "Purr-fect Halloween Cat" at Kidcreate Studio
What to Expect:
A hands-on, mess-making art activity where children create their own Halloween cat paintings.
Description:
Join Kidcreate Studio for the PARENT & CHILD Workshop "Purr-fect Halloween Cat" on October 25th, 2024. This fun and creative event is designed for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Kids will use their fingers to paint a purr-fectly adorable Halloween cat, making it a great keepsake. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Houston | More Info: PARENT & CHILD Workshop "Purr-fect Halloween Cat" at Kidcreate Studio
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near The Woodlands
Boozy Bash Halloween Party
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring live music and a costume contest with the chance to win amazing prizes.
Description:
Boozy Bash Halloween Party is a spooktacular night filled with eerie beats, haunting costumes, and a selection of pick-your-poison cocktails. The night kicks off with live music from 9 PM to 1 AM, creating the perfect spooky vibe for a night full of dancing and fun. Don't miss out on the costume contest where you can dress to impress for your chance to win amazing prizes!
Where: The Woodlands | More Info: Boozy Bash Halloween Party
Halloween Fest and Night Market at 8th Wonder Brewery
What to Expect:
A cyberpunk and anime pop culture themed night market with vendors, food trucks, DJ performances, projection art, and a cosplay costume party.
Description:
The Halloween Fest and Night Market at 8th Wonder Brewery is an immersive and festive event celebrating Halloween with a cyberpunk and anime pop culture theme. The market features a variety of vendors, food trucks, DJ performances, projection art, and a cosplay costume party. This event is an excellent opportunity to support local businesses and experience meaningful creativity and positive human interaction.