Halloween events with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is presenting some Halloween events in 2023. Make sure to follow the links and register. Read on to learn about a few of them. And keep checking back, because we will add more as they’re announced.

Please note that some of these events are for kids, some for adults, and some for seniors, so make sure to click through to get all the information.

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Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of Halloween parties, Trick or Treat events, and our list of pumpkin patches, haunted trails and corn mazes!

Eastway Haunted House
Friday, October 13, 2023
4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Eastway Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte, NC
$5 for members; $10 for non-members (registration required)

Walking through the Eastway halls for a thrill and fright at night, you will creep along the cobweb walls while the creatures of your worst nightmare come alive as you try to survive the Eastway haunted house. This maze is intended for a mature audience, not for the faint of heart. 9+ ages, with early exits provided— hot chocolate with face painting and games, etc.; registration required in advance or on the event day.
NOTE: This event appears to be sold out.

Fall Fest at Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
Thursday, October 26, 2023
5 to 7:30 p.m.
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal Street, Charlotte, NC
Free

Naomi Drenan Recreation Center & Grayson Skatepark in partnership with CenterWell welcomes the community to enjoy the fall festivities we have planned for Thursday, 10/26. Fun for the whole family. For all ages. Fun Games , & refreshments (while supplies last). Come dressed in your best costume showcasing your creativity because there will be a contest with prizes for each age group from preschoolers to seniors (ages 55+)! Costumes are welcome in the skatepark as long as required gear is worn (elbow pads, knee pads, helmet). Register online at www.parkandrec.com or call 980.314.1100.

Halloween Dance and Costume Party
Friday, October 27, 2023
5 to 7 p.m.
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center
750 Beal Street, Charlotte, NC
Resident: $6; Non-resident: $7
Age 18+

Halloween is right around the corner! Let’s kick it off with a Halloween dance and costume contest! There will be music, dancing, food and a costume contest, so if you would like to participate, make sure you dress to impress. Prizes will be given to all!

Eastway: Creepy Crawly Critterween
Friday, October 27, 2023
5 to 8 p.m.
Eastway Regional Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte, NC
Free

Halloween… Nature Style!!! Bring out the kids to enjoy several nature activities, games, hayride, costume parade, and trunk-or-treat! All family-friendly costumes are welcome but those wearing nature-themed costumes could win prizes! (If you want to host a ‘trunk’ in the Trunk-or-Treat then please contact Kathleen.Sweaney@MeckNC.gov) This is NOT a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Trunk or Treat at Sugaw Creek Rec Center
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
5 to 7 p.m.
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center
943 W Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC
Free

For ages 6-12. Wear your costume and enjoy collecting treats.

Rocktober
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
4:30 to 7 p.m.
Methodist Home
3200 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC
Free

This is a fall festival for the community to enjoy. This will include dance parties, crafts, costume contests, popcorn and other treats.