October

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3rd Annual Pumpkin Palooza in Spryfield

The 3rd Annual Pumpkin Palooza is happening on October 24th and will be a FREE afternoon of fall fun for the whole family! There will be: Trunk or Treat & Pumpkin Decorating, Face Painting & Temporary Tattoos, Bouncy Castles & Yard Games, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, BBQ & more! 3rd Annual Pumpkin
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PRCC Annual Community Haunted House

Join Prospect Road Community Centre for its annual Haunted House. Step inside their indoor haunted house if you dare. Tickets are $2.00 each or $6.00 for a family of 4, and you can buy them at the door. There’s also a kids’ room, treats, and fun Halloween drinks for everyone.
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3 children in spooky costumes, the two on the ends are holding small pumpkins, dark wooden background
Community Trunk-or-Treat Events in HRM

Collecting candy and showing off Halloween costumes has always been associated with long walks, late nights and ringing doorbells. However, in recent years, a new approach to Halloween has emerged. Say hello to the trunk-or-treat event! These events are often organized by communities that wish to provide a safe, efficient,
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4 children dressed in Halloween costumes, three as skeletons, one as a vampire
Halloween Costume Parties for Kids in HRM

Halloween is just around the corner, and that means it’s time for some spooktacular fun! If you’re in or around Halifax and looking for a kid-friendly Halloween celebration to take your costume for a spin, you’re in luck. HRM offers a range of fantastic events where playing dress up is
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8th Annual Trunk-or-Treat Eastern Passage/Cow Bay/Shearwater

Residents of Eastern Passage/Cow Bay and Shearwater will celebrate the 8th annual trunk-or-treat event at Island View High School on Saturday, October 24th. Community members will decorate their vehicles and hand out candy right from their trunks. Don’t forget your costume! 8th Annual Trunk-or-Treat Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time:
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Pumpkin Hunt – Halloween at Helen’s

This FREE event is fun for the whole family! Hunt for tiny pumpkins in the backyard at Helen Creighton’s house (26 Newcastle Street, Dartmouth). Helen wrote the iconic Bluenose Ghosts and is a nationally recognized folklorist. There will be crafts, treats, and more. Costumes are encouraged! Pumpkin Hunt – Halloween
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Neighbourhood Pumpkin Patch

The pumpkin patch is coming to a neighbourhood near you! On October 17th, you can find pumpkins available by donation and free fall photography sessions at Hydrostone Park, with the action moving to Ardmore Park on October 18th. Proceeds go to NS Special Olympics. Neighbourhood Pumpkin Patch Dates: October 17
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Halloween Spooktacular at Sunnyside Mall

Come to the Sunnyside Mall in Bedford on Saturday, October 31st, for their annual Halloween party! Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Halloween Spooktacular at Sunnyside, with face painting, goodie bags, and a costume party! Halloween Spooktacular at Sunnyside Mall Date: October 31, 2026 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
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The Chickenburger’s Fall Fun Fair

Join the fun at The Chickenburger’s Fall Fair! Enjoy lots of fun and entertainment for the whole family, including face painting, games, treats, prizes, and more! All proceeds go directly to the Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation. Fall Fun Fair at The Chickenburger Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Rain date:
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Halloween at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park

There are 2 weekends of Halloween fun this year at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park! Enjoy the activities and show off your costumes to the animals!  Come to the park for tricks and treats and other great surprises. Halloween at The Shubenacadie Wildlife Park Dates: October 24 & 25 and October 31
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