Get ready to celebrate the spooky season Bucks County-style with this round up of Halloween events happening in and around the area. From family-friendly events and classes to haunted trails and hayrides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

For even more Halloween events and activities, check out the frightful fun happening around the Main Line and in Philadelphia this season.

Family-Friendly Tricks, Treats & Local Haunts

Halloween is right around the corner, and there’s no shortage of festive fun in and around Bucks County! Whether you’re looking for family-friendly trick-or-treat events, haunted hayrides, pumpkin patches, or spooky date night ideas, we’ve got you covered. From charming small-town celebrations to spine-tingling haunted attractions, this roundup includes all the best Halloween happenings to make your October unforgettable. Costumes encouraged — fun guaranteed!

Boo at the Elmwood Zoo

Weekends October 4–October 26, 2025, hours vary

1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA 

Elmwood Park Zoo invites all little ghouls and goblins to its annual Boo at the Zoo—a fun and festive Halloween celebration where the entire zoo transforms into a kooky, spooky wonderland! Kids (and adults!) are encouraged to come in costume and bring a bag to collect goodies from treat and activity stations set up throughout the zoo.

Enjoy trick-or-treating, a straw maze, live music, games, and drink specials for the grown-ups. Boo at the Zoo is included with regular zoo admission. They’ll also be hosting a special Trick-or-Treat Night on October 25 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, offering even more spooky fun for families to enjoy!

Boo at the Lehigh Valley Zoo

Weekends October 11–October 26, 2025, from 10 am–3:30 pm

5150 Game Preserve Rd, Schnecksville, PA 

Get ready for three spooktacular weekends of family fun at Boo at the Lehigh Valley Zoo! Come in costume and enjoy a day packed with tricks, treats, and wild adventures! During the event, little ghouls and goblins can trick-or-treat at candy stations throughout the Zoo. The sundeck will have music, crafts, and special villain meet-and-greets from 11 am to 1 pm, featuring characters like Cruella de Vil, Maleficent, and the Evil Stepsisters. Trick-or-treat bags will not be provided, so don’t forget to bring your own.

Don’t miss the grand finale weekend on October 25 and 26, featuring a Family Costume Contest on the sundeck at 12:30 pm. All groups must include at least one child under 13, and please note: costumes with gore will not be considered.

Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party

September 25–October 31, 2025, hours vary

500 West Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA

During the spooky season, LEGO® Monsters turn LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia into a Halloween-themed Monster Party for the whole family. Kids can brew up fun at the Potion Kitchen and enjoy the exclusive 4D movie The Great Monster Chase. Afterwards, hunt for Monster Rockers in MINILAND®, join in spooky games with Playmakers, and build something special with a Model Builder in the Creative Workshop. It’s a monster-ific way to celebrate Halloween with hands-on fun and creativity.

Canal-O-Ween

October 26–November 1 2025, at dusk

The Delaware Canal on N Edgewater Avenue, between Fuld Road and E. Afton Avenue, Yardley

Canal-O-Ween is a week-long celebration that lights up the heart of Yardley with nearly 500 glowing Jack-O-Lanterns, each one a unique work of art carved during the spirited Carve-O-Thon™. Visitors are invited to stroll along the historic Delaware Canal, sip warm apple cider or their favorite coffee, and soak in the crisp autumn air with family and friends.

More than just a Halloween event, Canal-O-Ween™ offers a chance to embrace the beauty of the season, connect with the community, and experience the charm of Yardley. Whether a local resident or a first-time visitor, everyone will find something magical in the enchanting glow of this one-of-a-kind celebration.

The Count’s Spooktacular at Sesame Place

Select dates September 13–November 2, 2025, times vary

100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne, PA

The Count’s Spooktacular at Sesame Place is a not-too-spooky Halloween celebration perfect for young children and families. Guests can enjoy themed rides, festive shows, The Count-A-Long Castle Maze, plus trick-or-treating, a Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and photo opportunities with Sesame Street characters in their spooktacular costumes. This event is included with park admission and offers family-friendly fun for all ages.

Dorney Park Tricks and Treats

Select Dates September 12–November 2, times and days vary by event listed below

4000 Dorney Park Road, Allentown, PA

Tricks and Treats happens at Dorney Park on Saturday and Sundays from September 13 through November 2. This festive fall celebration features a Trick-or-Treat Trail, family-friendly activities, live shows, and access to many of the park’s top rides — all included with admission. Enjoy seasonal fun perfect for all ages, with food, drinks, and merchandise available for purchase separately.

Fall Fest After Dark at Shady Brook Farm

Select Dates September 26–October 30, 2025, hours vary

931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley, PA 

Shady Brook Farm’s FallFest After Dark adds a lightly spooky twist to its daytime fall fun. After sunset, the farm offers an Eerie Illuminations wagon ride through enchanting light displays, a Moonlit Maze adventure you navigate by flashlight, a Haunted Barn with spooky but actor-free surprises, an otherworldly Alien Encounter glowing with cosmic effects, cozy bonfires for roasting s’mores, and live music under the stars. It’s all included with FallFest admission — and perfect for families who want Halloween vibes without full scares.

The Great Pumpkin at Music Mountain Theater

October 11–October 25, 2025 at 11 am and 1 pm

1483 NJ-179, Lambertville, NJ

Get ready for a fun-filled, interactive Halloween event the whole family will love! This original annual production features silly skits, spooky songs like Love Potion #9, Purple People Eater, and Monster Mash, and a special appearance by The Great Pumpkin! Kids are encouraged to come in costume to receive a treat bag and take part in a festive costume parade during the show. Tickets can be purchased on-line.

Halloween at Painting with a Twist Warrington

Various dates and times in September and October

1507 Main St Unit #504A, Warrington, PA

Painting with a Twist in Warrington offers Halloween‑themed painting classes for both adults and children. Find a mix of spooky and seasonal themes like blacklight art, pumpkin designs, and autumn moonscapes. These events give participants all the materials and guidance they need to create their own Halloween-inspired artwork — perfect for families, friends, or date nights. Prices vary depending on time and whether it’s a daytime or evening session. Registration can be done on-line.

Halloween Classes at Art in the Barn

Various dates and times in October

91 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 

Art in the Barn is offering a series of Halloween‑themed creative classes, perfect for families and friends looking to celebrate the season.

Their lineup includes Mommy & Me Partners Painting, where a child and adult team up to paint matching Halloween‑jack‑o‑lantern canvases. There’s also Halloween Cookie Decorating, ideal for those who love sweets and design and a Halloween Charcuterie & Cheese Workshop that combines tasty treats with artistic platter styling. Finally they offer Halloween Candle Making, where participants can customize their own seasonal candle. Each class provides all materials and instruction needed for a hands‑on, festive experience. Registration can be done on-line.

Screamin’ Green Hauntoween at the Crayola Experience

September 20–October 31, 2025, hours vary

30 Centre Sq Cir, Easton, PA 

Get ready for spooky family fun at the Crayola Experience. Visitors can enjoy a variety of Halloween happenings, including a themed scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts, photo opportunities, and more. Every weekend, trick-or-treat stations will be set up throughout the attraction, adding extra excitement to the experience. These festive activities complement over 20 hands-on attractions available at the venue. Children are encouraged to come dressed in costumes, though costume masks are not permitted.

Six Flags Great Adventure Kids Boo Fest

Select dates September 13–November 2, 2025 times and days vary by event listed below

1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ

Kids Boo Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure is a family-friendly Halloween celebration packed with fun activities and shows for all ages. Enjoy trick-or-treating, mazes, and entertaining performances, as well as meet-and-greets with festive characters and world-class family rides. Live shows, most activities and most rides are included with park admission.

Spooky Glow in the Park at Treetrails Adventures

Select dates in October, times vary

301 W Bristol Rd Suite A, Trevose, PA

Haunted TreeTrails Trevose offers a month full of spooky fun throughout October. Visitors can experience thrilling climbs surrounded by festive lights, glowing trails, and seasonal decorations that create the perfect fall atmosphere. After sunset, the forest transforms into a glowing, eerie wonderland complete with spooky sounds and lively music.

Reservations are recommended, as this glowing adventure is one of the park’s most popular events. Guests are encouraged to come in costume for extra Halloween fun and a chance to win exciting prizes, including TreeTrails merchandise, park tickets, and more surprises.

Trick or Treat Train at the New Hope Railroad

Select dates October 11– October 31, 2025, times vary

32 West Bridge Street, New Hope, PA

The Trick or Treat Train at New Hope Railroad offers a unique and fun Halloween experience for families. This 45-minute round-trip excursion departs from the historic New Hope station, traveling to Lahaska and back.

Children are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes as they enjoy festive music and the tale of Spookley the Square Pumpkin. Upon returning, additional trick-or-treating opportunities await at the station platform, where Halloween characters add to the fun. Each child receives a trick-or-treat bag filled with assorted goodies during the ride and at the station

Halloween Scares for Teens and Adults

For thrill-seekers craving spine-tingling frights, Bucks County offers some terrifying haunted attractions designed for teens and adults. Whether it’s haunted hayrides through dark woods or sinister scare zones at major theme parks, these experiences deliver jump scares and scream-worthy fun. Most attractions are recommended for ages 13 and up, with some requiring adult supervision for younger teens.

Haunted Red Mill

Fridays & Saturdays Starting October 3

56 Main St, Clinton, NJ

Clinton Haunted Red Mill is one of New Jersey’s most spine-tingling Halloween attractions, transforming a historic site into a nightmarish experience each October. Set against the backdrop of the centuries-old Red Mill in Clinton, the event offers an immersive journey through dark woods, eerie mazes, and chillingly realistic sets—all crawling with terrifying characters and unexpected scares. Each year, a new horror theme emerges, bringing fresh frights and original storytelling that keeps even returning visitors on edge. This year’s theme for the Haunted Red Mill 2025 is EVIL RISING.

Dorney Park Halloween Haunt

Select Dates September 12–November 2, times and days vary by event listed below

4000 Dorney Park Road, Allentown, PA

Halloween Haunt presented by Snickers at Dorney Park delivers spine-chilling thrills with terrifying haunted mazes, sinister scare zones, and heart-pounding live shows. Brave the fear-filled atmosphere while enjoying select rides and eerie entertainment included with park admission. Haunted mazes, specialty food, drinks, and merchandise are also available for purchase separately. Recommended for guests 13 and older. All guests 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old to be admitted into Dorney Park and to remain in the park during designated times.

Halloween Ghost Tours at the Pearl S. Buck House

Select Dates in October

520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Embrace the spooky season with a haunted ghost tour of the historic Pearl S. Buck House and its grounds! Discover chilling real-life encounters experienced in the house and on the grounds by Pearl Buck, Pearl S. Buck International staff, and others.

On October 10, a special event is planned: attend a pumpkin succulent arrangement workshop led by Mark Bryan Designs before the ghost tour. All materials and admission are included with your ticket. Registration is required.

Night Chills Haunted Hayride, Corn Walk of Horror and Haunted Hay Maze at Winding Brook Farm

Select Dates September 26–November 1, 2025, hours vary

3014 Bristol Road, Warrington, PA

Winding Brook Farm offers a trio of terrifying attractions for brave guests this Halloween season. Take a spine-tingling ride through dark fields on the Night Chills Haunted Hayride, then venture into the eerie Corn Walk of Horror, where frights lurk around every twist and turn. Lastly, try to find your way out of the Haunted Hay Maze, filled with jump scares and chilling surprises. These immersive experiences are designed to thrill and scare—perfect for Halloween night fun! This attraction is not recommended for young children.

Six Flags Great Adventure Fright Fest

Select Dates September 12–November 2, 2025 times and days vary by event listed below

1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ

Fright Fest presented by Snickers at Six Flags Great Adventure unleashes the fear from 6 pm to close, transforming the park into a scream-filled Halloween nightmare. As darkness falls, guests can brave sinister scare zones, terrifying haunted mazes (available for an additional fee), and scary-good live shows that bring the horror to life. Ride your favorite coasters under the stars while creatures creep in the shadows, ready to deliver spine-tingling scares.

Most rides, scare zones, and shows included with park admission. Recommended for guests 13 and older. All guests 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old to be admitted into Dorney Park and to remain in the park during designated times.

Sleepy Hollow Haunted Acres

Select Dates September 27–November 1, 2025, hours vary

881 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 

Sleepy Hollow Haunted Acres in Bucks County, PA offers three chilling attractions that deliver scares across the farm. Start with the Sleepy Hollow Hayride, a mile‑and‑a‑quarter trip through dark woods, fields, and haunted scenes. Then tour the Malfate Manor (The House in the Hollow), a gothic haunted house with forbidden crypts, old gardens, and eerie rooms. Finally, venture into the Field of Fright, an outdoor walk through a bewitched village, haunted farm ruins, and outcast spirits under the night sky.

Valley of Fear

Select Dates September 25–November 2, 2025, hours vary

301 W Bristol Rd Feasterville, Trevose, PA

Valley of Fear delivers three terrifying attractions for 2025. The award-winning Original Haunted Hayride takes riders deep into “America’s Most Horrifying Woods” with massive sets and nonstop scares. New for 2025, Escape Shipwreck Cove, plunges guests into a haunted pirate’s lair filled with ghostly legends and lost treasure. Finally, Miles Manor Haunted House returns from the shadows with eerie hallways and a chilling family curse. Together, these attractions offer a must-visit Halloween experience packed with fear, fantasy, and fright.

Frights, Fun & Fall Festivities in Bucks County

Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, spooky thrills or something in between, there’s no shortage of Halloween Happenings in Bucks County. So grab your costume, gather your ghouls, and make the most of this hauntingly fun season.

Do you have a favorite Halloween event we didn’t mention? We’d love to hear about it. Share it in the comments!

Feature photo courtesy of Dorney Park.

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