Best Free Halloween Events Near Washington, DC

Baltimore's Halloween Lantern Parade & Festival lights up the night. Photo courtesy of creativealliance.org
10/1/21 - By Meredith Kiryakov
Halloween doesn’t have to cost money to be memorable. After all, you can put the kiddos in a sheet with holes (a la Charlie Brown) or another homemade costume and go trick-or-treating without spending a dime! But the fun doesn't have to last for only one night. There are so many free Halloween events in and near DC throughout the month of October to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. From parades to trunk-or-treats to festivals, these free Halloween events offer a ton of spooky, festive fun for DC families.
For even more seasonal fun, check out our guide to Halloween events and activities, our roundup of fun fall festivals near Washington, DC, and our fall fun guide for DC families. Happy hauntings!
The Halloween Lantern Parade & Festival will leave you all aglow. Photo courtesy of creativealliance.org
Halloween Parades
Trunk-or-treats are an increasingly popular alternative to traditional trick-or-treating.
Trunk-or-Treats and Trick-or-Treat Events
Wear your favorite costume and enjoy some Halloween fun! Photo courtesy of Charles Parker, Pexels
Halloween Festivals
Places featured in this article:
Patterson Park
United Bank
Whoof on the Wharf
The Bullpen
Bull Run Special Events Center
Focus Family Academy
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
North Creek Community Center
Alethia Tanner Park
Falls Church Community Center
Great Falls Village Centre
The Vine Church