Searching for spooky things to do over Halloween weekend in the White Mountains? Family-friendly Halloween events in North Conway and Jefferson, haunted drag bashes and theater tours, and trunk-or-treats are just the start of your ghoulish good time. Scroll for the best Halloween events in Lincoln, NH and beyond.
BARNSTORMERS THEATRE (Center Sandwich, NH)
The Barnstormers Theatre presents Tales of Terror, a special night of scary stories in celebration of the Halloween season. Featuring short stories from some of the BEST, including Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and many more! This year- join us at the Corner House in Sandwich on Thursday 10/15 at 6pm, **OR** at The Barnstormers Theatre on Saturday 10/17 at 5pm.
Corner House in Sandwich on Thursday 10/15 at 6pm or Barnstormers Theatre on Saturday 10/17 at 5pm.
To RSVP, email: events@barnstormerstheatre.org or call: (603)-323-8500. Please be sure to arrive early, as seating is on a first-come-first-served basis.
CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS (Moultonborough, NH)
Castle in the Clouds, the Moultonborough Recreation Department, and the Lakes Region Conservation Trust have teamed up once again for one of the top Halloween events in the Lakes Region: a Halloween Pumpkin Walk on the Castle's grounds! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a friendly, Halloween-themed stroll through the woods at Castle in the Clouds!
Date: October 16, 2026 Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Free event. For more information, visit the Castle's website.
COLLINS FARM (Bath, NH)
Think you can find your way out of a corn maze after dark? Bring your flashlight and get ready for a frightfully fun adventure at Collins Farm’s Haunted Corn Maze in Bath, where creepy creatures and eerie surprises may be lurking around every corner! Navigate twisting paths, eerie shadows, and unexpected scares as you make your way through the corn after dark. With multiple scare levels to choose from, you can enjoy a little spooky fun or brave the full haunted experience. Grab your flashlight, gather your crew, and prepare for a Halloween adventure you won’t forget!
Weekend Dates in October: 16-17 / 23-24 / 30-31
Entry at 7pm. Final entry at 9:15pm. Actors leave at 10pm.
CONWAY SCENIC RAILROAD (North Conway, NH)
All aboard the Conway Scenic Railroad’s Halloween Express! The Halloween Express at Conway Scenic Railroad puts a festive fall twist on a classic train ride, inviting families to climb aboard in costume and enjoy Halloween fun surrounded by beautiful autumn scenery. It’s a frightfully fun way to celebrate the season in North Conway! Enjoy a just-under-one-hour journey aboard vintage railcars, featuring favorite Halloween characters, treats, and plenty of not-too-scary spooky fun. Come in costume- This is a fun, kid-friendly, not-too-spooky!
2026 Dates: October 24 & 25 only! Visit the Conway Scenic's website for more information and to book tickets.
CRANMORE MOUNTAIN RESORT (North Conway, NH)
As North Conway trunk-or-treats go, you can’t beat Cranmore Mountain Resort. Bring the family for an evening of Halloween fun in the base area, where local businesses and community organizations will roll in with decorated trucks and vehicles for trick-or-treating. Plus enjoy axe throwing, a live broadcast & music with Magic 104.5, BBQ, a cash bar, and more throughout the evening. Costumes are encouraged!
2026 Date: Friday, October 30, 2026. 4 – 7pm. Visit Cranmore’s website for more information.
ENFIELD SHAKER MUSEUM (Enfield, NH)
Want to explore the Shaker trails while learning about the history of the buildings and structures along the way? Then join the Enfield Shaker Museum's monthly Hike into History! Take a hike to Smith Pond with UVLT and ESM! This 4.5 mile out-and-back style hike will have about 931ft of elevation change and has some steeper sections. The trail has divots from washouts, roots, and rocks, and is generally labeled as being of “moderate difficulty.”
2026 Dates: October 24, 2026
Time: 9am – 12pm
Step beyond the traditional history tour and explore the darker, more mysterious side of Shaker life. The Enfield Shaker Museum presents a special series of three Taboo Tours, each examining fascinating and controversial topics from Shaker history, including scandal, murder, spiritualism, the afterlife, and the enduring question: Were the Shakers a cult? Each evening features a unique theme, an interactive hands-on activity, and an opportunity to uncover stories rarely told on standard tours. Guests will also enjoy one complimentary cocktail, beer, or glass of wine with their ticket, along with light refreshments. Ticket includes a complimentary drink, in-depth tour, and a hands-on-activity
2026 Dates: October 30, 2026 – 6-8PM
Cost: $45 for museum members, $50 for Non-Members;
FLYING MONKEY MOVIE HOUSE & PERFORMANCE CENTER (Plymouth, NH)
The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center is celebrating spooky season with a special screening of the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Grab your friends, embrace the outrageous fun, and enjoy a Halloween night filled with laughs, music, and plenty of unforgettable Rocky Horror flair. Costumes on. Tickets grabbed. Time Warp ready!
10/14: Hocus Pocus
A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century. Doors Open: 5:00PM - Movie Starts: 6:00PM
10/21 : Halloween (2007)
After being committed for 15 years, Michael Myers, now a grown man and still very dangerous, escapes from the mental institution and immediately returns to Haddonfield to find his baby sister, Laurie. Doors Open: 5:00PM - Movie Starts: 6:00PM
2026 Special Screening: Friday, October 30 @ 2PM & 6PM. For more information on menu, seating, performance, and more, visit the Flying Monkey’s website.
10/22 Nosferatu (Silent Film)
With Live Musical Accompaniment by Jeff Rapsis- Just in time for Halloween: the original vampire film, this loose adaptation of the 'Dracula' story just gets weirder and creepier as the years go by. See it for yourself! Silent film series at a restored movie house in Plymouth, N.H. Doors Open: 6:00PM - Film Starts: 7:00PM
10/30 : Rocky Horror Picture Show
A rain-soaked couple take refuge in the castle of a transvestite mad scientist from outer space who is about to unveil his greatest creation. Matinee Showing - Doors Open: 1:00PM - Film Starts: 2:00PM | Evening Showing - Doors Open: 5:00PM - Film Starts: 6:00PM
NOTICE TO GUESTS- Give us your best callbacks, costumes, and Time Warp moves—but please show some love to our historic theater and be mindful of the space and those around you. Audience participation is encouraged; however, guests are expected to treat the theater, its furnishings, hardworking staff, and fellow patrons with respect at all times. Find more information and purchase tickets ahead of time at the Flying Monkey website.
NORTH COUNTRY CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT JEAN’S PLAYHOUSE (Lincoln, NH)
Did you hear the news? Ghost Light at Jean’s Playhouse returns for another hauntingly good season! This one-of-kind Halloween event in Lincoln is a haunted house walk-through with an immersive, theatrical twist. Expect jump scares, lights, smoke, louds noises, and some fresh frights this year.
2026 Dates: 10/9/2026, 10/10/2026, 10/11/2026, 10/16/2026, 10/17/2026, 10/23/2026, 10/24/2026, 10/25/2026, 10/30/2026, 10/31/2026. For more information, visit the Jean’s Playhouse website.
MOUNTAIN VIEW GRAND RESORT (Whitefield, NH)
Step into the spirit of autumn at Mountain View Grand Resort with our Family Friendly Haunted Trail. The Haunted Trail winds .7 miles through the autumn forest, with eight playful Halloween scenes and local actors bringing plenty of tricks, surprises, and not-too-scary fun along the way. After your haunted adventure, warm up around the campfire and enjoy refreshments at the Crystal Tent. Grab your favorite ghosts and goblins and hit the trail—something spooky is waiting in the woods
Date: October 23, 24, 30 & 31 Time: 6:30 to 9 pm. Cost: $10 per person.
NESTLENOOK FARM (Jackson, NH)
For a hauntingly different experience, head to Nestlenook Farm in Jackson, where the journey into the Haunted Forest is part of the adventure. Board a horse-drawn carriage or the Ferryman's boat and prepare for an evening of spooky surprises.
2026 Dates: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
Times: 7:00pm - 10:00pm - The whole experience will take 30-35 minutes.
OMNI MOUNT WASHINGTON RESORT (Bretton Woods, NH)
Make your Halloween getaway a little more grand—and a lot more spooky at Halloweekend at the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa. This year, serving up two full days of Halloween fun- from pumpkin carving contests, creative crafts, hayrides, and a costume parade to an adults-only Halloween bash at The Cave. Fill your itinerary with creative crafts, pumpkin carving contests, scenic hayrides, a costume parade, and plenty of family-friendly fun— Pack your costumes, plan your stay, and make a weekend of it—two days of tricks, treats, and mountain magic await!
- Pumpkin Carving Contest: Saturday, October 31st | 12pm
Available all day Oct 30 and Oct 31. Pumpkins available for carving at Pres Patio for a fee. Completed pumpkins are brought to the Lobby for judging. Winners announced Friday evening. Lower South Veranda
- Kids Trick or Treat Costume Parade: Saturday, October 31st | 6pm
Show off your costumes through the resort. Walk through retail and food outlets as they cheer you on and hand out candy for a festive evening of sweet treats and spooky fun. All retail and F&B outlets are given buckets of candy to hand out. Concierge Desk
- Spirits After Dark: Saturday, October 31st | 9pm - 1am
Mount Washington’s Annual Halloween Bash at The Cave - Get ready for our annual Halloween Costume Party at The Cave at Mount Washington Resort & Spa. Experience The Cave like never before as it transforms into a haunting Halloween hotspot for one unforgettable night. Show off your creativity and bring your A game for our costume contest, where you can compete for the Grand Prize. Dance the night away as DJ Kev spins the biggest Halloween hits, and enjoy a full bar featuring specialty Halloween themed cocktails. Plus, take part in festive games and other spooky surprises throughout the evening. Please note: a valid photo ID is required for entry. 21+ event. Costumes are strongly encouraged.
SANTA’S VILLAGE (Jefferson, NH)
Head to this acclaimed theme park in Jefferson, NH for a Holly Jolly Halloween! Santa’s Village is serving up a spooky-yet-sweet mixture, comibining Halloween fun with Santa’s signature holiday magic, featuring trick-or-treating throughout the park, festive Halloween décor, rides, seasonal music, and visits with Santa and his reindeer. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and get ready for a delightfully merry-meets-spooky day in the White Mountains! of Christmas and Halloween music, décor, and fun. Trick-or-treat at the park shops, meet Santa, and scream in delight while you enjoy family-friendly rides.
2026 Dates: Saturdays 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, and 10/24; & Sundays 10/4, and 10/11. 9:30am – 5pm. Daily capacity is limited, and tickets need to be purchased online in advance. Visit Santa’s website for more information.
SETTLERS GREEN (North Conway, NH)
Boo Bash - A community trick-or-treat celebration where costumes, candy, and Halloween fun take over Settlers Green. Combine tax-free shopping with trick-or-treating and some air park fun, and you have an evening the whole family can enjoy. Head to Settlers Green for Boo Bash on Friday, 10/24 – Ryan’s is your host for the evening, and costumed kids ages 12 and under can jump for free in between trick-or-treating from store to store.
Date: October 23, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. For full Boo Bash details, including additional Airpark information and dining offerings, visit the Settlers Green website.
SQUAM LAKES NATURAL SCIENCE CENTER (Holderness, NH)
Celebrate Halloween with a walk on the wild(life) side and head to the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center for Howl-O-Ween! This family-friendly event puts a wildly fun twist on spooky season, inviting visitors to explore the Science Center after hours and discover the mysterious world of New Hampshire’s wildlife. Follow the trail, meet live animals, and enjoy Halloween fun along the way—costumes encouraged! Gather your pack and get ready for a howling good time!
2026 Date: Saturday, 10/24 from 9am-5pm. For more information, visit the Science Center's website.
STORY LAND (Glen, NH)
Pumpkin painting, trick-or-treating, dance parties, and Fairytale Character encounters are just the start of Happy Hauntings at Story Land. At Happy Hauntings, you'll experience classic Halloween activities like Trick-or-Treating & pumpkin painting, plus all the unique fun of a day at Story Land with rides, shows, fairytale characters galore - plus daily activities like bubble dance parties, scream contests, & more!
Weekends Sept. 19 - Oct. 25, 2026 . $45 per person. Visit Story Land’s website for more information.
SUNSET GRILL (Campton, NH)
As pairings go, we love the idea of a Halloween Party plus BBQ at the Sunset Grill. Bring your carved jack o’ lantern and wear a creative costume! Get ready for games, prizes, and other spooky surprises.
2026 date: October 31st, 3pm – 5pm.
TANGER OUTLETS (Tilton, NH)
Whether you're looking for one more excuse to wear that costume or want to squeeze in a little retail therapy between Halloween festivities, Tanger Outlets makes for a fun seasonal stop. Head to Tilton on October 29 and get a head-start on the Halloween celebrations with a little shopping mixed in! This family-friendly trick-or-treat event is a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit, show off your costumes, and collect some sweet treats along the way.
Date: October 29th, 2026 Time: 4pm- 6pm
TOWN OF BERLIN (Berlin, NH)
Riverfire, Berlin’s annual fall family festival, returns for another year of daylong spooky fun! Hosted by the Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce and held at Service Credit Union Heritage Park, the daylong event culminates at dusk with a display of hundreds of carved and lit pumpkins and the lighting of bonfires on the river that illuminate the night and appear to be floating on water!
2026 Date: Saturday, 10/17. 9am – 9pm. Admission to Service Credit Union Heritage Park is free; separate charges apply to specific events at RiverFire. Parking and shuttle rides are available beginning at noon. To learn more and see the complete RiverFire schedule, visit RiverFireNH.com.
TOWN OF LITTLETON (Littleton, NH)
Mark your calendars for Saturday, 10/25! One and all are invited to partake in Littleton, NH’s Gathering of the Jack O’Lanterns, a pumpkin viewing spectacle perched on the banks of the Ammonoosuc River.
Jack O’Lanterns light up downtown with hundreds of carved pumpkins, creating a magical (and just a little spooky!) fall scene along the Ammonoosuc River. Wander among the glowing jack o’lanterns, soak up the Halloween atmosphere, and enjoy an evening of festive fun for the whole family. Carve out some time—you won’t want to miss this pumpkin-packed night
Date: October 31, 2026 | Full calendar of events, as well as parking map, available on the Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce’s website.
TOWN OF WATERVILLE VALLEY (Waterville Valley, NH)
Make a whole weekend of Haunted Halloween Happenings in Waterville Valley! With festive events and activities happening throughout the weekend, it’s the perfect excuse to pack your costumes, gather your favorite ghosts and goblins, and escape to the mountains.
Halloween Spooktacular: Saturday, October 31 | 5–9pm
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween celebration in Town Square! The evening kicks off with a Costume Parade through Town Square, followed by trick-or-treating at participating locations throughout the Valley. Cost: Free Admission
Halloween Fireworks Show: Saturday, October 31 | 8pm
Light up Halloween night with a festive Halloween-themed fireworks show over Town Square! Gather with family and friends and enjoy a colorful display to celebrate the spooky season. Cost: Free Admission
21+ Halloween Costume Party at The Loft: Saturday, October 31 | 9pm
Keep the Halloween festivities going with a 21+ Costume Party at The Loft Entertainment Lounge! Enjoy a night of music from a DJ, drinks, dancing, and prizes for the best costumes. Cost: Free Admission
Come for the Halloween fun, stay for the crisp fall air, mountain scenery, and everything Waterville Valley has to offer. Your spookiest weekend getaway is waiting!
WATERVILLE VALLEY RECREATION DEPT (Waterville Valley, NH)
Halloween Costume Party and Trick or Treating - Before the Halloween festivities hit Town Square! Celebrate where the spooky fun starts! This Halloween Party is Waterville Valley’s original Halloween bash, bringing the tricks and treats one weekend early with spooky-themed games, yummy goodies, magical fun, and the always-popular annual Halloween Costume Contest. Break out those costumes and kick off Halloween early—the OG party is calling all ghosts and goblins!
3:45pm - Event Start (Games, treats & fun)
4:30pm - Costume Contest
5:30pm - Depart for Trick or Treating
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 3:45 PM to 6:00 PM Hosted by the Waterville Valley Recreation Department. 11 Noon Peak Rd, Waterville Valley, NH |COSTUME CONTEST REGISTRATION REQUIRED IN ADVANCE: REGISTER HERE
WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY (North Woodstock, NH)
Rally your crew, get creative with your costume, and make a night of it in the White Mountains. Eat, drink & be scary—Woodstock is calling! The Woodstock Inn Brewery's Halloween Party is your excuse to break out your best costume and celebrate spooky season with cold craft beer, great food, music, and plenty of Halloween spirit.
2026 Halloween Party: October 31st, 8:30pm – 11:30pm
That’s a wrap on the best Halloween events in the White Mountains; hopefully we’ll see you out and about, exploring our truly spooktacular region! Use our Spooky Stories, Ghost Towns, & Haunted Historic Spots and Scary Tales of the White Mountains blogs as inspiration for your adventures.
