Enjoy the Halloween season with these City of Greensboro-sponsored events. Admission is free unless otherwise noted.
Great Trails State Day
The event highlights North Carolina's diverse trail networks that span from mountains to the coast, with kayaks and mountain bikes on hand to demo, as well food and drink vendors, outdoor crafts, and three-guided hikes throughout the day; one moderate hike from 9-10:30 am, and two easy hikes from 2-2:30 pm and 3-3:30 pm.
October 19 | Lake Brandt Marina, 5945 Lake Brandt Rd. | 1-4 pm | Register for hikes
AIR Fall Dance
Our Adaptive and Inclusive section hosts its annual Fall Dance for participants 13-and-up to dance the night away. Cost is free, but registration is required.
October 22 | Lindley Recreation Center, 2907 Springwood Dr. | 6-8 pm | Register | Event Page
Halloween Hootenany
It's time for a Halloween celebration at the lake. Sign up for one activity or all three. Enjoy a costume paddle, scary stories and s'mores, and learn about creepy creatures associated with Halloween.
October 26 | Lake Brandt, 5945 Lake Brandt Rd. | 2-6 pm | Register | Event Page
Greensboro Youth Council’s Ghoulash!
A scare-free downtown Halloween event for families with candy, games, a costume contest, and more! Hosted by the Greensboro Youth Council (GYC) and Greensboro Downtown Parks.
October 26 | Center City Park, 212 N. Elm St. | 2:30-5:30 pm | Event Page
Howl-o-ween
For all ages and breeds. Join this costume party with treats for humans and dogs to enjoy. Offered in partnership with Guilford County Animal Resources.
October 27 | Country Park, 3905 Nathanael Greene Dr. | 1 pm | Event Page
Halloween Costume Party
Get in the Halloween spirit with Brown Recreation Center's annual Halloween event. There will be games, crafts, prizes, and fun for the whole community.
October 31 | Brown Recreation Center, 302 E. Vandalia Rd. | 6:30-8:30 pm | Event Page
Pumpkin Smash
An event for those looking to discard old pumpkins with using a homemade pumpkin slingshot or sledgehammers to sling, fly, and smash your pumpkins. There will be different-sized tools for differently sized hands. No registration is required.
November 2 | Lake Brandt, 5945 Lake Brandt Rd. | 10 am to noon | Event Page
