Wilmington Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

15 unique & unusual Halloween events in Wilmington and nearby

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (2026 Ramsey's Farm Pumpkin Run)

2026 Ramsey's Farm Pumpkin Run

Sat, Sep 19

Wilmington $$

Off-road trail runs and walks benefiting local Delaware charities.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Science Saturday - Creepy Chemistry)

Science Saturday - Creepy Chemistry

Sat, Oct 24

Wilmington

Spooky potions and chemical reactions in a hands-on drop-in science challenge.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Petite Pumpkin Centerpieces: Fall Floral Design)

Petite Pumpkin Centerpieces: Fall Floral Design

Sat, Oct 3

Wilmington $$$

Create three long-lasting miniature pumpkin arrangements using natural materials.

Illustration of clay figures walking past striped market stalls and pumpkins on a paved square with orange autumn trees (International Community Fall Festival)

International Community Fall Festival

Sat, Oct 3

Philadelphia 24 mi $$

Celebrates international cultures with global foods, music, and community activities.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Pumpkin Succulent Planter Workshop at 2SP Brewing Company)

Pumpkin Succulent Planter Workshop at 2SP Brewing Company

Mon, Oct 19

Aston Township 11 mi $$$

Hands-on pumpkin succulent planter workshop hosted by Terrarium Therapy.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Aerial in the Park Halloween Photoshoot)

Aerial in the Park Halloween Photoshoot

Sat, Sep 26

Philadelphia 25 mi $

Outdoor Halloween photoshoot featuring an aerial hoop, props, and fake blood.

Philly Ghosts Haunted Tours

Philadelphia 25 mi

Nighttime walking ghost tour through historic Old City Philadelphia.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (19th Annual Scarecrow Walk)

19th Annual Scarecrow Walk

Oct 1 – Nov 1

Philadelphia 29 mi $$

Creative scarecrows celebrating decades ending in 70 displayed throughout the gardens.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Ghost Tours of Manayunk, Philadelphia)

Ghost Tours of Manayunk, Philadelphia

Philadelphia 26 mi

Search for unexplained energy using interactive EMF readers along the canal.

Harvest with the Hippos

Fri, Oct 2

Camden 26 mi $$$

An after-hours 21+ harvest celebration featuring aquatic pumpkin displays.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Spooky Season Nature Crafts: All About Carnivorous Plants)

Spooky Season Nature Crafts: All About Carnivorous Plants

Thu, Oct 29

Philadelphia 29 mi $$

Craft a take-home plant monster while learning about carnivorous plants.

Illustration of glowing carved jack o'lanterns, candles, and small figures with tools on a wooden table under string lights (Make & Take: Flower Power Pumpkins)

Make & Take: Flower Power Pumpkins

Sat, Oct 3

Gloucester Township 26 mi $

Decorate pumpkins with dried pressed flowers in a hands-on workshop.

Illustration of a small witch and a friendly ghost performing on a red curtained stage as a costumed audience watches (An Evening with Todd & Carmella Koko at the Haunted Ritz Theatre)

An Evening with Todd & Carmella Koko at the Haunted Ritz Theatre

Sep 26 – Sep 27

Haddon Township 27 mi $$

Paranormal investigation alongside special guests Todd and Carmella Kokotajlo.

Illustration of three hooded ghost hunters with flashlights and a camera on a tripod near a small ghost among pumpkins (An Evening with Medium Brandie Wells at the Haunted Ritz Theatre)

An Evening with Medium Brandie Wells at the Haunted Ritz Theatre

Sat, Oct 3

Haddon Township 27 mi $

Investigate the paranormal alongside guest medium Brandie Wells.

Other Halloween categories in Wilmington

Illustration of two small costumed children and a witch among pumpkins, hay bales and autumn trees on a sunny lawn

WilmingtonFamily-Friendly Fall Activities33 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

WilmingtonHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties19 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

WilmingtonHaunted Experiences14 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

WilmingtonHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Wilmington

Philly Ghosts offers an immersive haunted experience in Philadelphia. If you're seeking a more hands-on artistic endeavor, consider a glass pumpkin workshop in Toughkenamon. From ticketed performances to interactive workshops, the surrounding towns and Wilmington itself present a diverse calendar of Halloween activities. Some events are suited for families, while others cater to adults.

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