Huntsville Parks & Recreation sets scary fun Halloween events

(City of Huntsville)

HUNTSVILLE — Looking for Halloween events for the whole family to enjoy?

Huntsville Parks & Recreation has planned a spooktacular October schedule with plenty of Halloween events to choose from.

Everyone is encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and expect free candy at the variety of family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering community engagement.

The fourth annual Halloween Party & Haunted House will be Oct. 18, from 3-8 p.m. at the Jaycee Building in John Hunt Park. Attended by thousands of Halloween revelers, the event is a collaboration with the Huntsville Police Department.

Other events include:

  • Adaptive Fun for ALL Fall Festival: Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tate Farms, $15 per participant, ages 2 and older
  • Boo Bash: Oct. 23, 5-8 p.m., Brahan Spring Recreation Center
  • Monster Mash: Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to noon, Mark Russell Recreation Center
  • A Frightful Night of Fun & Games: Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m., Optimist Recreation Center
  • Gloween at the Max: Oct. 30, 5-8 p.m., Max Luther Community Center
  • Haunted Hallways & Fall Festival: Oct. 30, 5-8 p.m., Cavalry Hill Community Center
  • Bootacular Family Fall Fest: Oct. 31, 3:30-7:30 p.m., Fern Bell Recreation Center
  • Spooktacular Fall Festival: Oct. 31, 5-8 p.m., Dr. Richard Showers Sr. Recreation Center
  • Hallowfest: Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m., Lakewood Community Center

“The Parks & Recreation department is proud to host these events year to year,” said Director James Gossett. “The goal is to provide safe, accessible and fun ways for kids and their families to enjoy Halloween.”

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