Texoma residents can look forward to a month‑long series of Halloween celebrations that emphasize family togetherness, community spirit, and safe fun. Local governments and civic groups have organized free or low‑cost events in downtown districts, parks, and even an airport, giving parents plenty of options for their children’s holiday plans.
Ardmore
Ardmore is buzzing with three separate Halloween happenings. The “Boo‑tacular” at the Clubhouse on N. Rockford Road opens its doors from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with a candy crawl, costume contests, and optional food vendors for purchase. Later, “Halloween Central” kicks off at 5:00 p.m. in Central Park, featuring carnival games, a hay maze, food trucks, and complimentary hot dogs while supplies last. Finally, “Truck or Treat on Main” invites families to cruise Main Street at 3:30 p.m., allowing kids to collect treats from participating businesses.
Bonham
Downtown Bonham will host “Halloween on the Square” from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event includes traditional trick‑or‑treating, games, and a “Boo Bash Carnival” on the courthouse grounds, providing a safe environment for children to enjoy the holiday.
Paris
The 26th Annual Festival of Pumpkins takes place in the Paris downtown square from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Attendees can enter a costume contest, decorate pumpkins, enjoy live music, and explore a variety of family‑friendly activities.
Van Alstyne
Van Alstyne’s downtown will be alive with “Downtown Trick or Treat” from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A costume contest begins at 4:30 p.m. in Dorothy Fielder Park, encouraging kids to showcase their creativity while strolling among local merchants.
Howe
The “Downtown Howe‑lloween Festival” offers free trick‑or‑treating from local vendors between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., giving families a convenient downtown destination for Halloween fun.
Atoka
Atoka’s “Safe Night Out” event at Nancy Lane Park runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The program includes trick‑or‑treating stations, game booths, free bounce houses, and additional attractions designed to keep children safe and entertained.
Durant
Durant offers two distinct events. “Frights & Flights Tarmac Trick‑Or‑Treat” at the Durant Regional Airport runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., promising family‑focused fun in an unusual setting. Later, “Trick or Treat on Main” provides downtown street‑wide candy collection from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Colbert
Colbert City Park will host “Halloween in the Park” from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., a free gathering featuring games and candy for children of all ages.
Denison
Denison’s “Monsters on Main” runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in downtown, with Main Street closed to traffic for safe trick‑or‑treating. A costume contest at the new Heritage Park begins judging at 7:00 p.m.
Gainesville
The 9th annual “Scare on the Scare” takes place at the Farmers Market from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., offering trick‑or‑treating at participating downtown businesses and booths.
Sherman
Sherman Police Department sponsors “Sherman Fright Fest” in the Sherman High School parking lot from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., where vendors hand out candy to trick‑or‑treaters.
Tishomingo
“Trick‑Or‑Treat Main Street” in downtown Tishomingo runs from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., providing another safe, community‑focused option for families.
These events collectively demonstrate Texoma’s commitment to providing wholesome, family‑oriented Halloween experiences that reinforce community bonds while keeping safety a top priority.
Original reporting: KXII News 12 (Gray) — read the source article.
