Unearth the hidden frights of Troy this Halloween with our in-depth guide, offering a treasure trove of spine-tingling events and supernatural experiences to uncover. Our guide reveals Troy's secrets to all brave souls.
Popular Events: Venture into the eerie landscapes of the Field of Horrors, where you can navigate through chilling mazes and encounter ghastly characters lurking in the shadows. Experience the lively Albany Halloween Bar Crawl, which invites you to enjoy themed drinks and festive costumes at various local pubs. And the Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm is something you definitely don’t want to miss, featuring thrilling attractions like haunted hayrides and scary corn mazes. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Troy
- Field of Horrors
- Double M Haunted Hayrides (Ballston Spa)
- Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm (Schaghticoke)
- Albany Halloween Bar Crawl (Albany)
- Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run (Albany)
- Fright Fest at The Great Escape (Queensbury)
- Troy Night Out
- Halloween Afterparty with Beer Tasting, Food, and Mingling (Albany)
- Haunted Corn Maze at Schuyler Farms (Schuylerville)
- Hounds of Halloween 2024 (Albany)
See these and even more events listed below!
Troy Area Haunted Experiences
Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm
What to Expect:
A journey into the heart of darkness with five haunted attractions, each scarier than the last.
Description:
Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm is a terrifying haunted attraction featuring five haunted houses and mazes. Each attraction is designed to leave visitors trembling with fear as they navigate through eerie settings and terrifying scenarios. The event takes place on select nights in October, including bonus Friday nights.
Where: Schaghticoke | More Info: Nightmares at Liberty Ridge Farm
Double M Haunted Hayrides
What to Expect:
Immersive post-apocalyptic and bayou-themed haunted experience.
Description:
Double M Haunted Hayrides is Upstate New York's premier haunted attraction, offering a 30-year tradition of fear. The event features a haunted hayride through dark woods, followed by interactive scenes in Brutality, Blood Moon Farm, The Last Inn, Doom County FEARgrounds, and Slaughter Swamp. Scary Harry, the iconic ghost cowboy, awaits you with a horrifying experience.
Where: Ballston Spa | More Info: Double M Haunted Hayrides
Fright Fest at The Great Escape
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted house experiences with multiple themed attractions.
Description:
Fright Fest at The Great Escape offers a thrilling Halloween experience with spooky haunted houses, eerie scare zones, and spine-chilling live entertainment. The event features a variety of haunted attractions, including haunted mazes and scare zones, as well as family-friendly activities by day that transition into terrifying frights by night.
Where: Queensbury | More Info: Fright Fest at The Great Escape
Haunted Corn Maze at Schuyler Farms
What to Expect:
The unique feature of the Haunted Corn Maze at Schuyler Farms is its immersive and frighteningly fun experience with demons and ghouls around every bend.
Description:
Experience the thrill of Schuyler Farms' Haunted Corn Maze, a spine-tingling adventure that will leave you screaming with delight. Every Friday and Saturday night in October, brave souls can navigate through the 7-acre corn maze, encountering demons, ghouls, and masked men with chainsaws. With haunted buildings and unexpected surprises around every bend, this unique experience promises to be a Halloween highlight you'll never forget.
Where: Schuylerville | More Info: Haunted Corn Maze at Schuyler Farms
Field of Horrors
What to Expect:
Immersive and terrifying haunted walking trail with new and classic horror scenes.
Description:
Field of Horrors is a premier haunted attraction in Upstate, NY, offering a heart-pounding horror experience with new and classic attractions. Visitors can expect to face their fears through a nightmarish Trail of Terror, featuring madman's slaughterhouses, elusive killers, and eerie environments like the western town and Toxic Plant. The event includes a haunted walking trail, classic horror scenes, and immersive experiences like the Carnevil Circus Clowns.
Where: Troy | More Info: Field of Horrors
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Troy
Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run
What to Expect:
A Halloween-themed 5K run with an after-party featuring giveaways, vendors, and a DJ.
Description:
The Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K is a family-friendly event featuring a beautiful Halloween decorated course through Washington Park. Participants can run or walk the course, and all registered runners will receive a wicking fabric shirt. Following the race, there will be an after-party event with giveaways, vendors, decorations, a DJ, Best Costume prizes, and awards recognition. The event also includes chip timing by ARE Event Productions and age-based divisional awards.
Where: Albany | More Info: Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run
Troy Night Out
What to Expect:
A city-wide scavenger hunt where participants can explore downtown Troy, discover local shops, and learn fun facts along the way.
Description:
Troy Night Out is a monthly celebration in downtown Troy, NY, where the streets come alive with visitors on the last Friday of every month (except December). The event features live music, art pop-ups, good food, and delicious drinks. Participants can explore local shops, discover unique boutiques, and learn fun facts about downtown Troy.
Where: Troy | More Info: Troy Night Out
Hounds of Halloween 2024
What to Expect:
A unique blend of dog trick-or-treating and community engagement with local businesses.
Description:
Hounds of Halloween 2024 is a family-friendly event where costumed dogs and their owners participate in a trick-or-treating adventure through downtown Albany. The event features a Canine Costume Contest, Yappy Hour specials, and exclusive trick-or-treating tote bags. Proceeds benefit the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society.
Where: Albany | More Info: Hounds of Halloween 2024
Candlelight Concerts
What to Expect:
Unique candlelit performances in historic venues.
Description:
Experience the enchanting world of Candlelight Concerts in Albany, where live music is illuminated by thousands of flickering candles. These intimate performances, held at the historic Kenmore Ballroom, celebrate the diversity of music with tributes to legendary artists like Taylor Swift, Queen, and Vivaldi. Each 65-minute concert is a multi-sensory experience that combines stunning venues with exceptional musicianship.
Where: Albany | More Info: Candlelight Concerts
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Troy
Albany Halloween Bar Crawl
What to Expect:
A $1,000 national costume contest and exclusive drink specials make this Halloween bar crawl a standout event.
Description:
Join the 7th Annual Albany Halloween Bar Crawl for a spooktacular night of fun and festivities. This ultimate Halloween party features a bar crawl with drink specials, a $1,000 national costume contest, and an awesome after-party. Explore some of the best bars in Albany, meet new people, and enjoy an electric atmosphere that only Halloween can provide. Don't miss out on this hottest Halloween event of the year!
Where: Albany | More Info: Albany Halloween Bar Crawl
Halloween Afterparty with Beer Tasting, Food, and Mingling
What to Expect:
A unique blend of beer tasting and microbrewing insights with a Halloween-themed celebration.
Description:
Join Micropolitan Matchmakers and Common Roots Brewing for the BOO Part II Halloween Afterparty, featuring beer tasting, delicious bites, and mingling with area singles. This festive event includes a look into the world of microbrewing, with a flight of beers and expert talk. Enjoy appetizers, pizza, and Halloween candy in a fun and festive atmosphere.