The Spooky Events

Families Outdoor

Woofstock

Saturday, September 26 • 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Old Courthouse Lawn

A fundraising event to raise funds to open an animal shelter in Eaton County.

What to expect

  • Pet costume contest and parade
  • Paw-casso painting with your dog
  • On-site vendors
  • Music, food trucks, raffles, and more
  • Location: old courthouse lawn, 100 W Lawrence Ave.
  • Website: foeca.org
Woofstock dog event
Families

Fall Fest

Saturday, October 3 • 11 AM – 3 PM • Old Courthouse Lawn

A cozy, family-friendly kickoff with cider, treats, and pumpkin decorating.

Perfect for kids and parents who want a lighter autumn outing before the spookier events begin.

Fall Fest Image
Families Budget-friendly

Zombie Walk

Saturday, October 10 • 3 PM – 5:30 PM • Beach Market to Old Courthouse Lawn

A family-friendly fundraiser with costumes, donations, and a downtown walk.

What to expect

  • 3:00 PM – Gather at Beach Market for food donations and sign-up.
  • 4:00 PM – Join the costume contest.
  • 4:45 PM – Start the walk through downtown.
  • 5:00 PM – End with photos and conversation.
Zombie Walk
Adults Night

Haunted Pub Crawl

Saturday, October 10 • 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM • Downtown Charlotte

A spooky evening of local lore, drinks, and stops at four memorable venues.

Ideal for adults looking for a spirited night with a little eerie charm.

Haunted Pub
Families Adults Outdoor

Blood Moon Haunted Trail

Friday, October 16 • 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM • Bennett Park

A moonlit haunted hike through shadowy trails with costumes encouraged.

A great choice for adventurous families or friend groups who want a spooky outdoor challenge.

Blood Moon Haunted Trail
Adults Night

Night of Villainy Pub Crawl

Friday, October 16 • 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM • Downtown Charlotte

A playful evening for those who want to keep the night going after the trail.

Perfect for visitors who enjoy a more dramatic, festive late-night atmosphere.

Night of Villainy Pub Crawl
Adults Night

Haunted House Party

Friday, October 23 • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Old Courthouse

A candlelit party with haunted tours, bites, and fortune telling.

Bring cash for the bar and come ready for a more theatrical, speakeasy-style evening.

Haunted House Party
Families

Charloween

Monday, October 26 • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Downtown Charlotte

A safe, community-wide trick-or-treating evening for kids and families.

A sweet and easy option for families looking for a festive neighborhood experience.

Charloween
Families

Halloween

Saturday, October 31 • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Residential neighborhoods

Traditional trick-or-treating with decorated homes and neighborhood fun.

A classic, simple way to end the season with family-friendly Halloween charm.

Trick-or-Treating