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CHARLOTTE — Whether you’re looking for ghosts and ghouls or just an excuse to dress up, here’s a list of spooktacular places and events where you can celebrate All Hallows’ Eve this year.
If you’re looking for frightful fun:
Mr. Putty’s Fun Park in Tega Cay has transformed into a scare park with haunted mini golf, open air scare zones and zombie ax throwing. Prices start at $11. Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. Link
The outdoor trail and corn maze in Mooresville are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and other select nights through October. The haunted trail is not recommended for children younger than 12. Reservations are required. Admission ranges from $30-$50 per person depending on the day of the week. Link
Matthews Halloween Haunted Trail
Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts is presenting this spooky outdoor experience from Oct. 27-29. Tickets cost $10. There will be a “Not So Spooky” hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and a “Full Fright” version” from 7 to 10 p.m. Link
It’s one of Monroe’s most monstrous Halloween attractions: the haunted trail at Aw Shucks Farm. Open Friday, Saturday, select Sunday nights and Halloween. The haunted trail is not recommended for children younger than 12. Tickets start at $25. Link
Midway Campground Resort in Statesville features scary buildings, a maze, a spinning tunnel of terror and 3D clown room. Open Friday through Sunday plus Oct. 30-31. Admission cost $25. Link
Carowinds has upped its thrills and chills and transformed into one of the largest Halloween attractions in the Carolinas. Recommended for ages 13 and older. Open select nights through Oct. 29. Tickets start at $44.99. Link
Get a scream as your car gets cleaned at the AquaWave Express Wash in Belmont (at 6415 Wilkinson Blvd.). Open from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday through October. Link
Here you’ll find 13 haunted attractions surrounding a lake. Open select nights through Nov. 4. Admission starts at $30 with fast pass and VIP options also available. Link
See your favorite creepy characters at this outdoor attraction in Rockwell. Open Friday and Saturday through Oct. 28. Admission costs $30 cash only at the attraction. Link
This haunted trail in Rockwell raises money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Open Oct. 27-28. Admission costs $20. Link
This haunted house and Halloween-themed pop-up bar at 300 East Morehead Street offers multiple scare zones, spooky cocktails, appetizers and live DJs every weekend plus Oct. 30-31. The bar is open to adults ages 21 and older. The haunted house is open to all ages, although children younger than 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Tickets start at $20 and proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas. Link
See James Jude Courtney who plays Michael Myers in “Halloween Ends” at this party happening at the Fountain Plaza at AvidXchange Music Factory on Oct. 28. There will be a costume contest and live music. Open to adults 21 and older. Tickets cost $35. Link
If you’re looking for some not-so-frightening fun:
This event will feature a children’s costume contest, an art scavenger hunt, hands-on activities, roaming characters, DJs and classic spooky shorts at The Amp Ballantyne on Oct. 27 at 5 p.m. Admission costs $10 per person; ages 2 and younger are admitted free. Link
Harrisburg’s annual trick-or-treat event returns to Harrisburg Park (191 Sims Parkway) on Oct. 27 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is free but pre-registration is required. Link
Enjoy activities and trick-or-treating at this Halloween event happening on Main Street in Belmont on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. Link
Catch a ride on the Halloween train at the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer. There will also be a Halloween scavenger hunt, hayrides and costume contest. Oct. 21 and 28-29. Admission costs $18 for adults and $14 for children ages 3-12. Children 2 and younger are admitted free. Link
Stroll downtown Fort Mill to see the scary and silly creations in the 9th annual Scarecrow Crawl, which are on display through Oct. 31. Link
The 40th annual Boo-Ha-Ha will feature trick-or-treating, costume contests and other festivities at Fountain Park on Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. Link
Trick or Treat on Your Downtown Streets
Dress in your Halloween best and head to downtown Hickory on Oct. 28 for a scavenger hunt, activities and trick-or-treating from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. Link
It’s a Halloween pawty for your 4-legged furry friends at the Urban District Market in NoDa on Oct. 29 from 12 to 5 p.m. There will be a pet costume parade, vendors and lots of treats for you and your pets. Admission is free. Link
A longtime tradition in Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood, the wall will be filled with carved pumpkins and light up on Oct. 29 at 6:45 p.m. Find it at 2023 Greenway Avenue.
Little pumpkins are invited to dress up in their costumes and parade from Kings Mountain City Hall to Patriots Park where there will be music, inflatables and games on Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. Link
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