Hey Durham!
Halloween isn’t just for scares — it’s also about costumes, treats, and making memories with the whole family! From pumpkin carving and spooky-themed crafts to fun maze adventures, Durham Region has plenty of events where kids (and adults!) can enjoy the season without the fright factor. Grab your costumes, bring your curiosity, and get ready for some wholesome Halloween fun.
1. Halloween Fest – Pickering Museum Village
📍Pickering Museum Village, 3550 Greenwood Road, Pickering
🌐 Website| @pickeringmuse
Hours: October 25 and 26, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Admission / Pricing: Adults 18+ $11.30, Seniors 55+ $7.91, Children 4+ $6.78. Family group tickets: 2 adults + up to 3 children for $35.60.
Activities: Enjoy Halloween-themed: games, crafts, activities, and treats while exploring the museum and learning about Halloween traditions
Extras: Costumes encouraged!
👉 A fun way to kick off Halloween and explore the traditions with the whole family!
2. Fall Fling
📍Millenium Square, Pickering Waterfront at the bottom of Liverpool Rd.
🌐 Website| @recreationpickering
Hours: October 18 & 25 from 11:00am – 3:00pm.
Admission / Pricing: FREE admission! Enjoy train rides, pumpkin painting, Halloween costume contests, Trick-or-treating, live entertainment, arts and crafts, photo opts, pumpkin bowling and more!
Extras: Costumes and Food donations for St.Paul’s food bank encouraged!
👉This 3rd annual FREE family fav is a great way to get out and enjoy some free family fun!
3. Oshawa Halloween Boo Bash
📍Downtown Oshawa
🌐 Website| @oshawahalloweenboobash
Hours: October 18th, 1:00pm – 10:00 pm
Admission / Pricing: FREE family event
Activities: Enjoy pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, creepy photo-ops, scare zones- Toronto Ghostbusters Experience’s Spook Central and Wasteland Rollers by Durham Region Roller Derby., food trucks, music, movie watch parties, vendors and more!
Extras: Costumes encouraged, food donation items (non-perishable) are encouraged, actor scare free zones from 1:00pm – 3:00pm.
👉 A fun way to kick off Halloween with this FIRST ANNUAL City of Oshawa Halloween Event
*Athol Street will be closed from Simcoe Street South to Albert Street, and Celina Street will be closed from King Street East to Bruce Street, between 7:00am – 11:30pm.
4. Murder Mystery: Carnival of Chaos Scugog Shores Museum
📍Scugog Shores Museum, 16210 Island Road, Port Perry
🌐 Website| @scugogshoresmuseum
Hours: Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission / Pricing: Tickets are $35 per person
Activities: Explore the museum grounds during a thrilling murder mystery night, where magicians, fortune tellers, and other curious characters hold the clues you’ll need to solve the case.
Extras: Tours are rain or shine. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Limited spots!
👉 Perfect for anyone who loves immersive, spooky experiences.
5. Adventures at the Boo-seum (7th Annual) – Scugog Shores Museum
📍Scugog Shores Museum, 16210 Island Road, Port Perry
🌐Website | @scugogshoresmuseum
Hours: Saturday, October 25, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission / Pricing: Pay-what-you-can admission
Activities: This family-friendly pre-Halloween event brings classic Halloween traditions to life — from pumpkin carving to trick-or-treating and more.
Extras: No pre-registration required.
👉 Perfect for families looking to embrace and learn about Halloween traditions.
6. Spooktacular Halloween Hunt
📍The Shops at Pickering City Centre (formerly Pickering Town Centre) 1355 Kingston Rd, Pickering
Hours: October 7 – 31
Admission / Pricing: Free event! Meet in the Centre Court.
Maze / Highlights: Spot as many hidden ghosts as you can and once you have your final number, head over to Guest Services and receive a Halloween activity book!
Overview: A fun activity to keep the kids busy while you’re visiting the mall in Pickering!
👉A fun activity that everyone can participate in with no cost!
7. Spooktacular Light Show
📍Casino Ajax parking lot, 50 Alexander’s Crossing, Ajax
🌐Website| @spooktacularlightshow
Hours: Wednesday (except the 15th) to Sunday until November 1st! Time slots must be booked online and vary by the day. Aprox 2 time slots in the morning and multiple in the evening.
Admission / Pricing: One ticket per vehicle at the price of $25. For groups of 10 or more contact us for a discounted rate.
Maze / Highlights: The duration of the drive is around 30 minutes. The meeting or beginner point is at the Ajax Casino. Tune into radio channel 92.1 to hear some music that will enhance your experience!
Overview: Experience over two million glowing Halloween lights, spooky 3D displays, and musical magic in this vibrant, family-friendly spectacle — where classic Halloween fun comes to life around every corner.
👉A great way to spend time together without braving the cold — just sit back, relax, and enjoy the glowing Halloween magic!
8. 1840 Farmhouse & Vineyard
📍1840 Farmhouse & Vineyard, 3775 Ganaraska Rd, Orono
Hours: Oct 18 – 19, and 25, from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Admission / Pricing: General admission is $7.18 per ticket after fees
Maze / Highlights: A scenic walk through the vineyard with trick-or-treat stops, photo ops, and festive fun among the vines.
Overview: A lighthearted Halloween stroll perfect for families — come in costume, collect treats, and enjoy the fall vibes at 1840 Vineyard.
👉A sweet way to spend some quality time trick-or-treating together.
9. Ghouly Goat Spooktacular
📍Haute Goat Farm, 1166 5th Line, Port Hope
Hours: October 25 – 26 from 12:00pm – 4:00pm. Check out their calendar on their website to book specific activities at set times!
Admission / Pricing: Free admission! Animal experiences and food/drink (Mini Ghouly Goat Shmurgles, Spooky-Paca Meet N Greets, Goblin Grub & Witches Brew) are available for purchase separately.
Maze / Highlights: Enjoy a weekend full of fall fun with wagon rides, a scavenger hunt, spooky-themed crafts by Janet Lange Art & Design, and boo-tiful face painting — all set among goats, alpacas, and autumn views.
Overview: A fun, family-friendly Halloween event with goat and spooky-paca meet-and-greets, wagon rides, crafts, face painting, Goblin Grub, and a scavenger hunt — all set in a festive fall atmosphere.
👉A very eventful day jam packed with all sorts of fun activities
10. Cooper’s CSA Farm
📍 Cooper’s CSA Farm, 266 Ashworth Rd, Zephyr (just outside Uxbridge)
🌐Website | @coopersfarm
Hours: Friday Night Maze Walks, 7:00 pm–10:00 pm (October only)
Admission / Pricing: ~$20 per person; buy your tickets in advance, book online due to limited spots per time slot!
Maze / Highlights: Their 10-acre corn maze is open after dark — no actors or scares, just the fun (and challenge!) of navigating with a flashlight under the stars.
Activities: Wagon rides, snack bar, farm store, pumpkin picking available earlier in the day.
Extras: Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. Recommended for all ages. Plus free parking!
👉 Great for families or groups who want the nighttime experience without the fright factor.
11. Cannington Haunted Attraction
📍Cannington Haunted Attraction, 91 Elliot St, Cannington
Hours: Only open the last 2 Fridays & Saturdays in October, from 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Admission / Pricing: $20 per person (includes all scare attractions). ONLINE ONLY via Eventbrite (goes on sale Sept 1). On-site extras: 5-Minute Escape Game $5 (cash only); Axe Throwing $5 mini games; food & vendors cash only. Free parking on site
Maze / Highlights: Two outdoor wooded trails + indoor barn maze; multiple themed scenes and high actor interaction designed to deliver a full horror experience. Not recommended for ages under 8.
Activities: Mini-escape room, axe-throwing mini-games, food & craft vendors, decorated museum, and photo ops
👉 Perfect for families who love spooky fun without the real scares — and don’t mind a little adventure under the stars!
Final Thoughts!
These events are the perfect way for families to celebrate Halloween, make memories, and enjoy all the festive fun — no scares required! Looking for some more fall fun?! Check out our blog The Ultimate Guide to Corn Mazes in Durham: 12 Farms with Fall Fun
