Upcoming Trunk or Treat & Trick or Treat Events
Upcoming Trunk or Treating and Trick or Treating events going on this October in Williamsburg, James City County and York County! This post is updated to keep current so check back! If you have an event you want on this page just submit it to our Calendar ($25) and it will go on this page and posted once on FB & Instagram! Questions? email Olivia@williamsburgfamilies.com
Halloween Spooktacular at Busch Gardens
Every Saturday & Sunday September 19 – November 1 from 10 am – 5 pm
Kids can dress up in their favorite costumes and trick-or-treat throughout the Wild Reserve to gather special Halloween treats! There is also a hay maze and a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt. Enjoy Sesame Street-themed shows including Countdown to Halloween, the interactive Monster Mayhem Game Show and the Furry Friends Halloween Dance Party. Don’t miss not-too-spooky family-friendly event for ages nine and under. More info
Yorktown Market Days – Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 9 am – 3 pm
Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 9 am – 3 pm
Riverwalk Landing Yorktown
It’s become a community tradition to help kick off a season of cooler weather, changing leaves, and outdoor fun for the whole family. Get those costumes ready, kids! The fun kicks off on Saturday, October 10 from 9 am – 3 pm and runs through Sunday, October 11 at 3 pm . There are loads of activities including petting zoo, face painting, and hay maze and more.
It’s the most fall-bulous time of the year! Celebrate the season at Yorktown’s annual Fall Festival, where pumpkins, mums, and kettle corn are just the beginning. Shop more than 40 local vendors and artists selling autumn favorites, from caramel apples to cozy décor. Kids will love the petting zoo, face painting, and hay maze while parents enjoy a pumpkin spice moment or two… More Info
Disability Awareness Trick or Treat
Saturday, October 17 from 9 am – 12 pm
Abram Frink Jr. Community Center at 8901 Pocahontas Trail
All Ages with Disabilities FREE! Come Trick or Treating in a fun, sensory friendly environment while learning about community resources for children and adults with disabilities. Enjoy activities for all ages, allergy free treats and a sensory break room. For event questions, please call 757-259-5354 or email Tracy.Newsom@jamescitycountyva.gov.
BAEPLEX Trunk or Treat Festival
Saturday, October 17 from 3pm-6pm
The 6th Annual BAEPLEX Trunk or Treat Festival this year will host 30+ decorated trunks, including several local community organizations.
Plus:
🍬1st 100 Families to attend will receive a special Goodie Bag!
🍬Kids Costume Contest (1st-3rd Place Winners)
🍬Raffle Drawings
🍬Bounce Houses
🍬Face Painting
🍬Candy & Treats
🍬Music
🍬MORE…
This is one of our favorite family-friendly community events of the year, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you. Invite your friends, wear your costumes, and come make unforgettable memories!
🍬 FREE Admission • Family-Friendly • Fun for All Ages🍬
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!
Halloween with HEROES
Thursday, October 22 from 6 – 8 pm
Law Enforcement Center (4600 Opportunity Way)
The James City County Police Department, is inviting all children and families in the county to participate in their six annual Halloween with Heroes. This community favorite is open to children of all ages and offers a safe and fun environment for trick-or-treating alongside local public safety heroes. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and various departmental units and equipment will be displayed, with anticipated participation from partner agencies. The department will host a Sensory-Friendly Hour from 5-6 p.m. This quieter, lower-stimulation environment is designed for families with children who have sensory sensitivities.
Family Frights
October 23 & 24, 2026 from 6-9 pm
Jamestown Settlement
Family Frights at Jamestown Settlement, a Halloween-themed museum night for children and families, returns for a not-so-scary good time for all. Don’t be afraid – this weekend is more TREAT than TRICK and filled with family friendly fun for all ages! Become a member! Get early access to a members-only presale beginning September 25.
Paws at the River
Saturday, October 24 from 9 am – 3 pm
Riverwalk Landing
Bring your furry friends for a tail-wagging good time at our Paws at the River Market. Meet adoptable pets, learn about local rescues, and treat your pup to gourmet goodies. The day features a pet portrait station, trick-or-treating for the kids, and a pet costume contest.
Get a Family Pic with the family dog(s): Staff will snap free photos of visitors and their canine companions.
Pet Costume Parade – Stick around for the annual Halloween Pet Costume Parade at 1 p.m.
Trick or Treating – his popular trick-or-treating event will feature several Yorktown businesses and rescue organizations.
Shop for seasonal produce; fresh baked goods; meats; fresh-cut flowers; handmade soaps and candles; honey; and a beautiful display of work from local artists and artisans! More info
Trunk or Treat at Wellsprings United Methodist Church
October 25, 2026 from 2-4 pm
Get ready for some spooktacular family fun! Wellspring UMC is hosting Trunk or Treat 2026! Join us for an afternoon of: Candy Trunks and Tie-Dye. Little ones are invited to dress up and walk around their parking lot to visit decorated trunks in a safe environment. For tie-dye they ask that you bring your own shirts!
Wellspring UMC – 4871 Longhill Rd, Williamsburg, VA
FREE EVENT More Info
🎃 Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat 🎃
Sunday, October 25 from 4:30 – 6:30 pm
215 & 227 Richmond Rd (in the rear parking lots)
Join us in costume for fall fun and trick-or-treating in the parking lots of both churches! Admission is free, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, gather your friends and family! Rain or shine.
✨ Event Highlights:
- Inflatable maze
- Face Painting
- Pumpkin Decorating
- Hot Dogs & Hot Chocolate
- Decorated Trunks & Treats
Questions? Web: mywpc.org/trunk Phone: 757-229-4235
Presented by Williamsburg Presbyterian & Williamsburg Baptist Churches
Trick or Treat on the Row
Tuesday, October 27 from 5:30-7:00 pm
Join William and Mary’s Fraternity & Sorority life for one of their staple events! Fraternity and Sorority members will be outside the houses to pass out candy to members of the Williamsburg community.
Suggested parking for attendees is the Kaplan Arena Lot. The fraternity houses are directly across the street from the arena at 650 Ukrop Way. Campus maps may be accessed here: https://www.wm.edu/about/visiting/campusmap/. This event is free and open to all ages in the community.
Trick or Treating Hours for JCC, Williamsburg, York County, Newport News and Hampton:
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