Halloween events for kids in Ontario 2025
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From a haunted house for kids and carved pumpkin displays to elaborate corn mazes brimming with surprises, these festivities invite children to dress up in creative costumes.
Many of these events feature trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed face painting, ghostly decorations and interactive fun to keep the kids entertained during this spooky season.
Here are some of the top Halloween events for kids in Ontario.
Greater Toronto Area
Halloween Nights of Lights
Don’t miss this immersive walk-through installation experience featuring over 1.5 million animated and synchronized lights along the Night of Lights trail at CF Sherway Gardens.
There’s also the Pumpkinville Fair, with sculptures, entertainment and even pumpkin-themed food to explore.
Get tickets well in advance.
When: September 27–November 1, 2025
Where: 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke
The Toronto Halloween Show
There are lots of fun things for kids to do under one roof at the Toronto Halloween Show. Kids can get their face painted by a professional make-up artist or witness the illusion and magic at the Kids Magic Show.
When: September 27–28, 2025
Where: Queen Elizabeth Building, 190 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto
Halloween at the Village
Experience Halloween activities filled with tales and new discoveries at Village at Black Creek. Bring a pumpkin alive at the Slimy Science Show, experience trick-or-treating at the heritage building, learn to make a puppet for the puppet show and much more.
When: October 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2025
Where: 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
York, Durham and Headwaters
Camp Spooky at Canada’s Wonderland
Camp Spooky brings special Halloween activities to Canada’s Wonderland theme park, making this the perfect place for families with kids to enjoy Halloween.
Walk around the park and participate in a variety of family-friendly activities. Go trick-or-treating with Halloween characters, show off your costume in the kids’ Halloween parade and meet the PEANUTS gang, like Snoopy and Charlie Brown, during live shows.
In addition to the Camp Spooky events, experience thrilling activities at Canada’s Wonderland like riding on roller coasters and splashing in the water parks.
Entrance to Camp Spooky is included with park admission to Canada’s Wonderland.
When: September 27–November 2, 2025
Where: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
Kreepy Kortright
Get into the spooky spirit at Kortright Centre for Conservation.
The outdoor Halloween-themed event includes forest walks to learn about animals active at night and seasonal activities. Tune in for the mysterious stories, campfires and marvel at the haunted house. Tickets can be purchased online.
When: October 17–26, 2025
Where: 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Vaughan
Niagara Region
Boo at the Zoo
Kids love searching for candy during Boo at the Zoo at Safari Niagara, one of the top trick-or-treat events in the Niagara region.
This family-friendly event brings local retailers, businesses and vendors to the zoo with a wide selection of Halloween-themed products and services. Join the all-ages music and dance party. Children in costumes can enter the Halloween costumes contest for the chance to win some great prizes.
Tickets are available online. Children aged 12 and under who are dressed in costumes enter for free.
When: October 4–5 and October 10–12, 2025
Where: 2821 Stevensville Road, Stevensville
Hamilton, Halton and Brant
Mountsberg Spooktacular Halloween
Learn about wildlife while enjoying Halloween celebrations. Register to attend one of the Spooktacular Halloween events that take place Friday to Sunday evenings starting October 4 until October 27. Activities include a pumpkin scavenger hunt for Halloween treats, campfires, an illuminated Night Walk Trail and special appearances of the snakes and owls at the Mountsberg. This event is perfect for kids ages five and up and everyone is encouraged to wear a Halloween costume.
When: October 4–27, 2025
Where: 2259 Milburough Town Line, Campbellville
Pumpkins After Dark
Stroll through a magical pathway of over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins and brilliant Halloween installations at Pumpkins After Dark.
At this award-winning outdoor Halloween event, you can watch live pumpkin carving demonstrations, sample fall sweets, and take Instagram-worthy pictures against stunning Halloween backdrops. Also, keep your eyes open for classic Halloween characters, dragons and pop culture icons walking around the park.
Wednesdays are pet nights, so bring your furry friend to join this Halloween festival. Tickets are available online only.
When: September 27–November 1, 2025
Where: 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton
Ottawa Region
Pumpkins After Dark, Ottawa
Experience jack-o-lanterns come to life at one of Ottawa’s favourite Halloween traditions.
Walk through incredible displays of over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins, see live pumpkin carving demonstrations and enjoy fall-themed treats and sweets.
When: 2025 dates coming soon
Where: 401 Corkstown Road, Nepean
Bruce, Grey and Simcoe
Meaford Scarecrow Invasion
Experience a Halloween-themed celebration in Meaford. Watch the scarecrow parade and enjoy the Family Festival at Meaford Harbour. Fun activities include the apple pie auction and apple pie contest.
When: October 3, 2025
Where: Downtown Meaford
Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour
Don’t miss this signature when pumpkin season sails into Discovery Harbour.
Explore a massive evening exhibit of over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins and enjoy lights, music and more Halloween-themed activities. Note that some of the extra fun events are designed for kids over the age of 13.
When: October 1–November 1, 2025
Where: 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
Halloween at Inverhuron Provincial Park
Campers at Inverhuron Provincial Park are invited to participate in the Halloween pumpkin carving contest and trick-or-treating event.
Park staff will provide awards for the best jack-o-lanterns, costumes and decorated campsites.
When: October 25, 2025
Where: 19 Jordan Road, Tiverton
Southeastern Ontario
Pumpkinferno at Upper Canada Village
This award-winning spectacular exhibit features thousands of carved pumpkins lit up along the streets and paths of Upper Canada Village.
Purchase tickets online in advance.
When: October 3–November 1, 2025
Where: 13740 County Road 2, Morrisburg
Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington
Halloween Kids Day at St. Jacobs Farmers' Market
Join in the Halloween fun at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market this season. Little ones are encouraged to dress up for the costume parade. Kids will also enjoy trick-or-treating with participating vendors and face paintings. Experience these and more family-friendly activities at this free Halloween celebration.
Where: 878 Weber Street North, Waterloo
When: October 25, 2025
Celebrate the spooky and playful side of Halloween in Ontario with these fun, family-friendly events and activities, thoughtfully designed for younger kids to enjoy without being too scary.
Last updated: August 25, 2025