Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s scary fun Halloween event schedule

Published on September 30, 2025

Looking for Halloween events for the whole family to enjoy? Huntsville Parks & Recreation has planned a spooktacular October schedule with plenty of Halloween events to choose from. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy one or enjoy all!

Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and expect free candy at the variety of family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering community engagement.

The fourth annual Halloween Party & Haunted House will be Saturday, Oct. 18, from 3-8 p.m. at the Jaycee Building in John Hunt Park. Attended by thousands of Halloween revelers, the event is a collaboration with the Huntsville Police Department.

Other events include:

· Adaptive Fun for ALL Fall Festival: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tate Farms, $15 per participant, ages 2+

· Boo Bash: Thursday, Oct. 23, 5-8 p.m., Brahan Spring Recreation Center

· Monster Mash: Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to noon, Mark Russell Recreation Center

· A Frightful Night of Fun & Games: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m., Optimist Recreation Center

· Gloween at the Max: Thursday, Oct. 30, 5-8 p.m., Max Luther Community Center

· Haunted Hallways & Fall Festival: Thursday, Oct. 30, 5-8 p.m., Cavalry Hill Community Center

· Bootacular Family Fall Fest: Friday, Oct. 31, 3:30-7:30 p.m., Fern Bell Recreation Center

· Spooktacular Fall Festival: Friday, Oct. 31, 5-8 p.m., Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center

· Hallowfest: Friday, Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m., Lakewood Community Center

“The Parks & Recreation department is proud to host these events year to year,” said Director James Gossett. “The goal is to provide safe, accessible and fun ways for kids and their families to enjoy Halloween.”

Visit Huntsville Parks & Recreation on Facebook for more information on each event.