Need an excuse to get more use out of that Halloween costume? There are plenty of opportunities to celebrate spooky season as a whole family. Check out these family friendly Halloween events in Manhattan and the surrounding area.
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Family Friendly Halloween Events in Manhattan
October 4
Celebrations Haunted Opera House
Be sure to visit the historic Wamego Opera house, opening Saturday, Oct. 4, and discover some new ghoulish friends. Located at 901 5th Street and is open every Saturday through Nov. 1. More information and frightening details here.
Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts Fair
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday Oct. 4,
Downtown Manhattan, Manhattan Town Center
Join the women of the Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi as they host the 50th Annual Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts Fair. This year’s fair will be located on Poyntz Avenue in Downtown Manhattan and inside the Manhattan Town Center. Vendors will feature a variety of handmade, homemade, and refurbished goods and artistry.
October 11
Pumpkin PaZOOla at Rolling Hills Zoo
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11
Half price admission for kids 12 and under with each adult admission at Pumpkin PaZOOla! Other activities include a treat station, pumpkin patch, games and activities, animal meet and greets, and more!
October 15
Spooky Safari at Sunset Zoo
6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15
6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16
Sunset Cemetery and Sunset Zoo
A collaboration between the Riley County Historical Museum for a guided tour of Sunset Cemetery and Sunset Zoo’s education team for a flashlight tour for $15/person. Even though this tour is for all ages, it will be SpOoKy! Wear comfy shoes and bring a flashlight.
October 18
Trunk or Treat at Evolution Training Center
5-7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18
If you love games, prizes, trunk decorating contest, and sweet treats this trunk or treat is for you! The event is completely free to the public but registration is required. Save your child’s spot here.
October 22
Annual Halloween Party at Radiant Med Spa
4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23
Radiant Med Spa
October 24
All Treats Day
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24
Downtown Junction City
Children of all ages and their parents are welcome to wear a costume and march behind the JCHS Marching Band as they lead the parade down Washington from 10th to 6th Streets. After the parade, kids can trick or treat at businesses set up along the parade route. Games, treats and more at the 12th Street Community Center from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Get more details.
October 25
Teen Halloween Party
5:30 -7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25
Join us for a Teen Halloween party! We will have a costume contest, along with some games and a craft. Treats will also be available! Please include any food allergens in the registration notes. Come hang out for a frighteningly good time! Registration required.
SPOOKtacular at Sunset Zoo
4-6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25 (reserved for high risk and special populations)
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27
Sunset Zoo
Wear your costumes – adults and kids! Have fun and be creative. Spooktacular would not be Spooktacular without CANDY. We will have local businesses and organizations handing out candy throughout the zoo! So join us for family-friendly Halloween-themed activities, candy, a decorated zoo, entertainment, food, and so much more!
Trick or Treat in the ‘Ville
3 p.m. – 5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25
Aggieville
Bring your family and friends down to Aggieville’s annual Trick or Treat in the ‘Ville! Participating businesses will be handing out candy to all who come. So get dressed up in your favorite costume and come have some fun!
October 26
Trunk or Treat in Wamego
11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26
Waters Hardware, Wamego
October 27
Trunk or Treat at First Christian Church
4-6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27
First Christian Church
Girl Scout Trunk-or-Treat
2-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27
October 28
Trunk or Treat at Briggs Manhattan
5:30-7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 28
Briggs Manhattan
October 29
Monster Mash Dance Party
10-10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29
11-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29
Manhattan Pubic Library
It’s time for a monstrous and silly dance party! Join us for a Monster Mash filled with music, dancing with shakers, and a few fun stories read by your librarian! Perfect for ages 2 and up, this program encourages little ones to move, groove, and giggle along. Costumes are welcome—so feel free to dress up and show off your monster moves! A parent or guardian must attend with their child.
October 31
All Treats Day
4-6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 31
Downtown Manhattan
4-6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 31
Manhattan Town Center
4-6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 31
Midwest Dream Car Collection
