September 22, 2025

Halloween Events Kick Off in Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas-Fort Worth, September 22, 2025

News Summary

Dallas-Fort Worth is set to celebrate Halloween with a variety of events scheduled throughout September and October. From family-friendly celebrations to adult-themed parties, the region offers something for everyone. Notable events include the McKinney Oktoberfest, Deep Ellum Halloween celebrations, and various activities at local parks and markets. Residents and visitors can enjoy haunted houses, costume contests, and lively entertainment as the festive season unfolds leading up to Halloween night.

Dallas — Halloween events in Dallas-Fort Worth start in September. The region’s autumn calendar includes activities for a broad range of ages and interests, with municipal parks, theme venues and local businesses hosting a mix of family-friendly and adult-focused events through late October and on Halloween.

Key points

Halloween events in Dallas-Fort Worth start in September.
Events cater to a wide age range, including toddlers and teens.
Various organizations such as theme parks and local municipalities are hosting Halloween activities.
A series of Halloween events are scheduled for October 25, October 26, and October 31.

Upcoming events to watch

The calendar includes neighborhood festivals, music events, park celebrations and nightlife-focused crawls. Below are the events highlighted for the season.

McKinney Oktoberfest

McKinney Oktoberfest: Sept. 26-28 in downtown McKinney. The early fall date anchors the seasonal lineup and serves as a kickoff-style event for many local fall activities.

Weekend events on October 25 and 26

Multiple events fall over the final October weekend, offering options for families, music fans and nightlife seekers.

Deep Ellum Halloween event on October 25 and 26: Visit 10 participating bars and clubs in costume, enjoy Halloween cider and candy apple shots.
Family-friendly celebration at Dallas Arboretum on October 25 and 26: Activities include stilt walkers, candy shops, glow activities, and a black light bubble dance party.
Halloween celebration at Dallas Farmers Market on October 25 and 26: Features a silent disco with local DJs, pet costume contest on Saturday, and opportunities to meet adoptable pets.

Events on October 26

Oak Cliff’s Monster Mash Halloween Bash on October 26 at SchoolHouse Dallas: Dinner by Chef Justo Blanco, tarot card reading, costume contest, and live music by Pugh Funk and DJ Menace. Tickets are $150.
EDM concert featuring Dr. Fresch on October 26 at Texas Live!: The performance will be followed by a costume contest.
Klyde Warren Park’s Halloween trick-or-treat event on October 26: Candy gathering and costume contest, plus a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas.
AT&T Performing Arts Center Halloween event on October 26 at Sammons Park: Includes scavenger hunt, games, costume contests, petting zoo, caricaturists, and face painting.

Halloween night — October 31

Trick or treating event at Main Street Garden Park on October 31: Includes local businesses, market, spooky arts and crafts, live entertainment, and bucket giveaways for trick-or-treaters.

Additional offerings and attractions

Beyond scheduled community events, attendees can explore a variety of haunted house attractions across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Organizers and venues provide different levels of intensity and age appropriateness, so visitors should verify suitability before attending.

How to plan and practical details

Events span several neighborhoods and venues; many activities occur outdoors and are subject to weather. Some events list tickets or entry fees, while others are free or suggest donations. The Oak Cliff Monster Mash specifically lists an event price, while other listings do not include cost details in the published schedule.

For families, early-evening and daytime options such as the Dallas Arboretum celebration and Main Street Garden Park trick-or-treating are highlighted. For adults and older teens, nightlife events like the Deep Ellum crawl and the Dr. Fresch concert provide themed entertainment and costume contests.

Seasonal suggestions

Suggested activities for fall include visiting local pumpkin patches and attending Dallas-Fort Worth fall festivals. Readers interested in a consolidated event feed are advised to track event calendars from local parks and venue listings.

Readers encouraged to sign up for a free Dallas-Fort Worth newsletter for more upcoming events and seasonal activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do Halloween events start in the region?

Halloween events in Dallas-Fort Worth start in September.

Who are the events intended for?

Events cater to a wide age range, including toddlers and teens.

Who is organizing Halloween activities?

Various organizations such as theme parks and local municipalities are hosting Halloween activities.

Are there concentrated dates with many events?

A series of Halloween events are scheduled for October 25, October 26, and October 31.

What are some specific events listed?

Upcoming events to look forward to in DFW:

McKinney Oktoberfest: Sept. 26-28 in downtown McKinney.
A series of Halloween events are scheduled for October 25, October 26, and October 31.
Deep Ellum Halloween event on October 25 and 26: Visit 10 participating bars and clubs in costume, enjoy Halloween cider and candy apple shots.
Oak Cliff’s Monster Mash Halloween Bash on October 26 at SchoolHouse Dallas: Dinner by Chef Justo Blanco, tarot card reading, costume contest, and live music by Pugh Funk and DJ Menace. Tickets are $150.
EDM concert featuring Dr. Fresch on October 26 at Texas Live!, with a costume contest to follow.
Family-friendly celebration at Dallas Arboretum on October 25 and 26: Activities include stilt walkers, candy shops, glow activities, and a black light bubble dance party.
Trick or treating event at Main Street Garden Park on October 31: Includes local businesses, market, spooky arts and crafts, live entertainment, and bucket giveaways for trick-or-treaters.
Halloween celebration at Dallas Farmers Market on October 25 and 26: Features a silent disco with local DJs, pet costume contest on Saturday, and opportunities to meet adoptable pets.
Klyde Warren Park’s Halloween trick-or-treat event on October 26: Candy gathering and costume contest, plus a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas.
AT&T Performing Arts Center Halloween event on October 26 at Sammons Park: Includes scavenger hunt, games, costume contests, petting zoo, caricaturists, and face painting.

Are there other attractions beyond scheduled events?

Additional haunted house attractions to explore in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

How can readers stay informed?

Readers encouraged to sign up for a free Dallas-Fort Worth newsletter for more upcoming events and seasonal activities.

What fall activities are suggested?

Suggested activities for fall include visiting local pumpkin patches and attending Dallas-Fort Worth fall festivals.

Event overview
Date	Event	Location	Highlights	Price
Sept. 26-28	McKinney Oktoberfest	Downtown McKinney	Fall festival activities	Not stated
Oct. 25–26	Deep Ellum Halloween event	Deep Ellum	Visit 10 participating bars and clubs in costume; Halloween cider and candy apple shots	Not stated
Oct. 25–26	Dallas Arboretum celebration	Dallas Arboretum	Stilt walkers, candy shops, glow activities, black light bubble dance party	Not stated
Oct. 25–26	Dallas Farmers Market Halloween celebration	Dallas Farmers Market	Silent disco with local DJs; pet costume contest on Saturday; meet adoptable pets	Not stated
Oct. 26	Oak Cliff’s Monster Mash Halloween Bash	SchoolHouse Dallas	Dinner by Chef Justo Blanco; tarot card reading; costume contest; live music by Pugh Funk and DJ Menace	$150
Oct. 26	Dr. Fresch EDM concert	Texas Live!	EDM concert with a costume contest to follow	Not stated
Oct. 26	Klyde Warren Park trick-or-treat	Klyde Warren Park	Candy gathering, costume contest, screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas	Not stated
Oct. 26	AT&T Performing Arts Center event	Sammons Park	Scavenger hunt, games, costume contests, petting zoo, caricaturists, face painting	Not stated
Oct. 31	Main Street Garden Park trick or treating	Main Street Garden Park	Local businesses, market, spooky arts and crafts, live entertainment, bucket giveaways	Not stated

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