Tarrant County residents have a full calendar of Halloween‑themed events this year, giving families plenty of options to celebrate safely and enjoyably. Below is a guide to the most notable activities taking place across Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Bedford and surrounding communities.

Haunted attractions

Cutting Edge Haunted House – 1701 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth. Open Oct. 22‑25 and Oct. 28‑31, 7:15‑9:30 p.m. (times vary). Admission starts at $29.99. The attraction features multistory passageways, industrial machinery and elaborate effects inside the historic Fort Worth meat‑packing plant.

Forest of Fear – Loyd Park, 3401 Ragland Road, Grand Prairie. Open Oct. 24, 6‑10 p.m.; the last vehicle must enter by 8:30 p.m. Admission is $20 per vehicle on‑site. Visitors can drive through or walk a three‑hour haunted experience.

Family‑friendly venues

Boo at the Zoo – Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway. Open Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $18 for kids and seniors, $22 for adults; children 2 and under are free. The zoo will host treat stations, animal shows and themed live entertainment, plus a pumpkin‑patch display.

SiNaCa Studios’ Fall Market & Pumpkin Patch – 1013 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth. Open Oct. 23, 3‑9 p.m.; Oct. 24, noon‑10 p.m. Admission is free. Local artists will showcase seasonal glass pieces, including ghost‑shaped ornaments.

Truck Yard’s annual Halloween party – 3101 Prairie Vista Drive, Fort Worth. Open Oct. 24, 11 a.m.–11:30 p.m. Admission is free until 9 p.m., after which the event becomes 21+. Costume contests for kids (7 p.m.), dogs (7:30 p.m.) and adults (8:45 p.m.) offer cash prizes.

Emoween – The Rail, 3101 Joyce Drive, Fort Worth. Open Oct. 31, 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Admission starts at $16.87. This adults‑only event features horror‑themed drinks, a plushie costume contest, a free makeover station and a DJ.

Community festivals and markets

Bedford Boo Bash – Bedford Center YMCA, 2801 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford. Open Oct. 24, 5‑8 p.m. Admission is free. Activities include games, a vendor marketplace, a family‑friendly movie and a bounce house.

Trunk or Treat – Sundance Square Plaza, 420 Main St., Fort Worth. Open Oct. 31, 5‑11 p.m.; trunk‑or‑treating runs 6‑8 p.m. Admission is free. The event features Duke’s Car Club, dance lessons and live music by The Highrollers.

Spooky Night Market – Downtown Arlington, 101 W. Abram St., Arlington. Open Oct. 17, 5:30‑10 p.m. Admission is free. Local vendors, food trucks and live music create a festive atmosphere for costumed shoppers.

Halloween at Traders Village – 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie. Open weekends in October, noon‑4 p.m. Admission is free; parking is $6 per vehicle. The event offers crafts, face painting, pumpkin decorating and candy.

Outdoor and drive‑through experiences

Pumpkin Nights – Howell Family Farm, 4016 W. Division St., Grand Prairie. Open weekdays 7‑9 p.m.; through Oct. 31, 6‑9:30 p.m. Admission starts at $24. More than 10,000 hand‑carved pumpkins create a dazzling display.

Fright Fest presented by Snickers – Six Flags, 201 E. Road to Six Flags, Fort Worth. Open nightly through Nov. 1, 6‑10 p.m. Admission starts at $35. Six scare zones and a “Tricks and Treats” area provide thrills for all ages.

Specialty events

Shakespeare LIVE! RenFest – Downtown Arlington, 101 W. Abram St., Arlington. Open Oct. 31, noon‑7 p.m. Admission is free. The Renaissance‑style fair blends Halloween and Día de los Muertos with artisan art, theater, music and costume contests.

Halloween story walk‑through – Chisholm Park, 2200 Norwood Drive, Hurst. Open Oct. 30, 5‑8 p.m. Admission is free. The city‑sponsored program includes a library story walk, campfire, s’mores, an inflatable corn maze and a mini pumpkin patch.

These events are organized by local businesses, non‑profits and municipal agencies, offering a range of activities that cater to families, teens and adults alike. Residents are encouraged to check individual websites for any updates on hours, ticketing or health‑safety guidelines before attending.

Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.