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Bros, Bows & Boos Fall Fest
2025-10-26 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Daystar Church, Meeting at Horizon Elementary 7855 Old Madison Pike, Madison, AL, 35758, United States
A spook-tacular afternoon of family fun at the 7th Annual Bros, Bows & Boos Fall Festival, a free event celebrating Madison County’s foster, adoptive, and kinship families!
When : October 26th | 2PM – 4:30PM
Where : Daystar Church
Check their social for more information & updates

Fantasy Playhouse's Cinderella
2025-10-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater, 3320 Southwest Triana Boulevard, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
The original fairytale first lady is back with a fresh world premiere retelling! Guided by a firefly-whispering Fairy Godmother, Cinderella isn’t searching for a prince—she’s honoring a promise, discovering her voice, and daring to believe in something greater than herself. Not just gowns, slippers, and pumpkins, Cinderella is the story of courage, loyalty, and true beauty! A joyful kickoff to Fantasy Playhouse’s 65th Season On the Boulevard, this new work blends heart, humor, and original songs that shine—inviting audiences of all ages to dream big, believe boldly, and step fully into who they are meant to be.
When: Oct. 17 @ 7 PM (alumni night) | Oct. 18, 19, 25, & 26 @ 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm. | Oct. 24 @ 7:00 pm.
Cost: $18 for children, $24 for adults
For tickets, please click here.

39th Alabama Renaissance Faire ( Florence )
2025-10-26 12:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Florence, Court Street, Florence, AL, 35630, United States
Voted one of the top 20 events in the Southeast during the month of October, the Alabama Renaissance is a premier event that transforms Wilson Park into Fountain-on-the-Green for an entire weekend. It is common to find pirates, fairies, trolls, maidens, kings, and everything in between roaming the park during this exciting event. Vendors, demonstrators, and performers will be situated throughout the park for the entire event. Everyone is welcome – especially those clothed in Renaissance attire!
Cost: FREE
When: October 25-26| 10AM-6PM
For more information on event

The Pumpkin Patch at MidCity
2025-10-26 12:00 - 16:00 | MidCity Huntsville, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
The Pumpkin Patch is back again at MidCity District each weekend in October! Stock up on your fall decor by shopping with local farmer, Reed’s Farmers Market!
🎃Pumpkins⁠
🎃Mums⁠
🎃Gourds⁠
🎃Corn Stalks and more!
When : 10/3-5, 10/10-12, 10/17-19, 10/24-26, 10/31
Where : MidCity
Cost : Free entry
For more information regarding these events please click HERE!

The Market at MidCity
2025-10-26 12:00 - 16:00 | MidCity Huntsville, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
Welcome to our SEVENTH SEASON of The Market at MidCity, Huntsville’s Market for Farmers, Artisans, Makers, Growers, Musicians, and more!
We host 50 local vendors each week so you can shop small every Sunday.
What: The Market at MidCityWhen: Every Sunday, March 16-November 9, 2025 (35 consecutive Sundays) from 12-4 pm, The Holiday Market at MidCity will be held on November 9, 2025 from 11-4!Where: 5909 University Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806
Along with our award-winning farmers market, you can expect live music, coffee and tea at Greenroom Coffee, adult beverages, great shopping, delicious and diverse cuisine, and occasional special guests to greet shoppers!

For updates, please visit MidCity’s Facebook page.

River Clay Fine Arts Festival (Decatur)
2025-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Decatur, Decatur, AL, United States
A celebration of the visual arts. In addition to the juried art show, festivalgoers are treated to student art exhibits, children’s activities, art demonstrations, food trucks, live music and a patron hospitality lounge.
When : October 25th 9AM – 5PM | October 26th 10AM – 4PM
Where : 402 Lee Street NE | Downtown Decatur
Cost : Admission $5 | Children 12 & Under are FREE
Check out their website for more information!

River Clay Fine Art Festival! ( Decatur )
2025-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Decatur City Hall Lawn, 402 Lee Street NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
River Clay Fine Arts Festival (River Clay) brings together people from across the region to celebrate the visual arts in all its forms. The juried fine arts festival includes an artist market featuring local and national artists, children’s art activities, student art exhibits and much, much more. Situated on the beautiful, park-like setting of Decatur, Alabama’s City Hall Campus, the festival offers a destination for visiting art enthusiasts and area residents to spend time sharing ideas, purchasing art and immersing themselves in the artistic experience.
Cost: $8
When: October 25-26| 9AM-5PM
To purchase tickets

Fall Alabama Plant Show
2025-10-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801, United States
A houseplant lovers paradise! Thousands of houseplants from all over the US under one roof for two days! Seasoned collector or new plant parent? We have something for everyone! Cutting swaps, face painting, permanent jewelry, plant coloring, & more. It’s fun for the whole family!
Cost:$10-$12
When:October 25-October 26|10AM-3PM
For more information on event
$10 Cash $12 Card
15 and under free

Haunted Zipline at US Space & Rocket Center
2025-10-25 20:00 - 23:00 | US Space and Rocket Center, One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States
Hang out after hours for a Haunted Zipline experience like no other! Soar through the shadows at the Aviation Challenge Ropes Course… if you dare.
When : October 25th | 8PM – 11PM
Where : US Space & Rocket Center
Cost : $17/Per Person
For more information regarding this event click HERE!

Fright Lights Halloween Laser Show
2025-10-25 19:30 - 20:30 | Campus No. 805, 2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
Experience Boris the Spider, Godzilla, Frankenstein, Radioactive Hamsters, Thriller, the Monster Mash and so many more Halloween favorites in this brilliant and intimate laser light show experience.
When : October 18th, 25th, 31st | 7:30PM – 8:30PM
Where : Campus No. 805
Cost : $10
For more information regarding this event & tickets click HERE!

Huntsville Ballet Company presents The Shape of a Promise & Beneath the October Moon
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | The Dream Theatre, 3401 Holmes Ave, Huntsville, AL, 35816, United States
Huntsville Ballet Company opens its 2025-2026 season with two world premieres— Ashley Dolloff’s The Shape of a Promise and Gina Guerrera’s Beneath the October Moon. Emerging choreographer Dolloff debuts her romantic ballet set to the expressive and emotional music of classical composer Sergei Rachmaninoff; the joys and trials of covenantal love inspired this moving work. Guerrera’s piece leads children and adults through an enchanted night of mystical Halloween surprises; with original composition by Huntsville based composer and pianist Jackson Love, Beneath the October Moonis sure to delight trick-or-treaters of all ages.
Staged in the intimate and state of the art Dream Theatre Performing Arts Center, each production will conclude with an audience favorite—the highly anticipated Q & A, during which audience members will have the unique opportunity to meet and ask questions of the dancers and company director.
Any child who comes to either Matinee performance (Saturday Oct 25 @2:00pm or Sunday, October 26 @3:00pm) dressed in costume will be able to join the cast on stage after the performance for a costume parade, and also receive a free ticket to the April performance of The Sleeping Beauty at the VBC Concert Hall!
When: Fri, Oct 24th @ 7:00 pm | Sat, Oct 25th @ 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm | Oct 26th @ 3:00 pm
Cost: All seats $37
Click here to get tickets!

The Halloween Hoopla ( Albertville )
2025-10-25 18:30 - 20:00 | The Lighthouse Theatre Company, 2155 Section Line Road, Albertville, 35950, United States
🎃Their Halloween Hoopla is an annual variety show filled with scenes, musical theatre, and fun! Make your plans to see our family friendly event this spooky season!
Cost: $10
When: October 25 & 26| 6:30PM-8PM
For tickets

Halloween Halloween Kid-Friendly Laser Show
2025-10-25 18:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-25 16:30 - 17:00 | Campus 805, 2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
A not-too-spooky, kid-friendly laser show set to the catchy tunes of Parry Gripp (“It’s Raining Tacos”). Meet Frankenturtle, Gyoza Bat, Ghost Hamster, and more!
When : October 25th & October 31st | 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM
Where : Campus 805 (AV Room)
Cost : $10/Adult | $5/Children (2 & under free)
For more information regarding this event click HERE!

Lincoln County Trunk or Treat (Fayetteville)
2025-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Lincoln County Courthouse, 112 Main Ave S, Fayetteville, TN, 37334, United States
Come join the First Responders of Lincoln County on the Square for Treats!
When : October 25th | 6PM – 9PM
Where : Lincoln Co. Courthouse
Check socials for updates regarding this event!

Smith Lake Trick or Treat
2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Smith Lake Park, 416 Co Rd 385, Cullman, AL, 35057, United States
Make time for this fun event on Smith Lake!
When : October 25th | 6PM – 8PM
Where : Smith Lake Park
Cost : Free
For more information regarding this event click HERE!

Limestone Lodge Trunk or Treat (Athens)
2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | AL
Take your family, friends, and neighbors for a safe, festive, and fun-filled night!
🍬 What to Expect:
Hotdogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and bottled water
Loads of decorated cars giving out candy and goodies
WZYP Radio broadcasting live from the event
Fun for the whole community!
✨ Bonus: Enter for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card!
When : October 25th | 6PM – 8PM
Where : Limestone Lodge
Cost : Free
For more information regarding this event click HERE!

New Market Rec Center Trunk or Treat
2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | New Market Recreation Center, 447 Hurricane Rd, New Market, AL, 35761, United States
Enjoy this safe & fun family event!
When : October 26th | 6PM – 8PM
Where : New Market Recreation Center
Cost : Free
Click here for more information!

Huntsville Ghost Walk
2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Harrison Brothers Hardware, 124 Southside Square, Huntsville, AL, 35801, United States
All walking tours leave from Harrison Brothers Hardware Store promptly at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights in September and every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights in October. Walking tours are $13 for adults, $8 for kids 12 and under. Reservations are required. All tours will begin promptly at the start time so be sure to show up early to find parking and check in. They all are approximately 1.5 hours long, all have completely different stories, all are equally wonderful. Don’t ask them to choose the best, they love them all!
Cost: $8-$13
When: September 5 – October 31| 6PM-8PM
For more information on walks

Southeast Family YMCA Trunk or Treat
2025-10-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Southeast Family YMCA, 1000 Weatherly Rd SE, Huntsville, AL, 35803, United States
Wear your costumes, and enjoy inflatables, temporary tattoos, and a trunk or treat! Bring a lawn chair and blanket for the movie showing! Popcorn will be provided.
When: October 25th | 5PM – 6:30PM Trunk or Treating + 6:30PM Movie
Where : Southeast Family YMCA
Cost : FREE
For more information visit HERE

The Spooky Space Spectacular
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | US Space and Rocket Center, One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, United States
A night of trick-or-treating, costumes, and cosmic fun for the whole family – rain or shine!
When : October 25th | 5PM – 8PM
Where : US Space & Rocket Center
Cost : $12/Per Person | $45/Family of 5 | 2 & Under/FREE
For more information regarding this event & tickets click HERE!

Unitarian Universalist Church of Huntsville Trunk or Treat
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Unitarian Universalist Church of Huntsville, 3921 Broadmor Rd NW, Huntsville, 35810, United States
Be ready for a spooky Halloween! Make time for this Trunk or Treat.
When : October 25th | 5PM – 8PM
Where : Unitarian Universalist Church of Huntsville
Cost : Free
For more information visit HERE

Monster Mash Bash! ( Fayetteville Tennesse )
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Stone Bridge Park, Fayetteville, TN, United States
📆 Mark your calendars for October 25th, 2025!
🎃👻 The Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a Monster Mash Bash at Stone Bridge Park. The festivities will include bounce houses, face painting, food trucks, and more! 🎃👻
Cost: FREE
When: October 25| 5PM-8PM
For more information on event

Halloween Carnival: Woodville Public Library
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Woodville Public Library, 26 Venson St, Woodville, 35776, United States
Make sure to wear your costume!
🎃CAKE WALK
🍿POPCORN
🕷️COKE RING TOSS
🍭CANDY BAGS
🎟️TICKETS 2/$1*
THERE WILL BE EVEN MORE GAMES TO PLAY
AND CRAFTS TO DO!
Cost: FREE, to attend doesn’t include candy
When: October 25| 5PM-8PM
For more information on event

Broad Street Fall Festival (Scottsboro)
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Broad Street Church of Christ, 613 South Broad Street, Scottsboro, 35768, United States
Enjoy this fun, family-friendly event! Games, trunk or treat & bounce house. (Kona Ice available for purchase)
When : October 25th | 5PM – 7PM
Where : Broad Street Church of Christ (Scottsboro)
Cost : Free
For more information about this event click HERE!

FBC Meridianville Family Fall Festival
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | First Baptist Church of Meridianville, 175 Monroe Road, Meridianville, AL, United States
Looking for a fun and safe way to celebrate fall with the whole family? Head over to First Baptist Church Meridianville for our Family Fall Fest!
When : October 25th | 5PM – 7PM
Where : FBC Meridianville
Cost : FREE
Check HERE for more information & to register!

Trunk or Treat at Madison Methodist Church
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Madison Methodist, 127 Church St, Madison, AL, 35758, United States
🎃🍭 Join them for trunks, treats & spooky fun! This free event is open to the community! Wear your best Halloween costume and have fun! (In case you missed it – they’ll have lots of candy!!!!)
Cost: FREE
When: October 25| 5PM-7PM
For more information on event

The Venardos Circus
2025-10-25 17:00 - 18:30 | MidCity Huntsville, 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL, 35805, United States
the Venardos Circus wraps world-class, animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Where : MidCity Huntsville
When : October 23-26, 29-30, November 1-2
Cost : $18-$40
Check their website for more information on dates & shows!

MidCity Monster Mash!
2025-10-25 16:00 - 22:00 | The Camp, 5909 University Drive, Huntsville, Alabama, 35806
🎃Spooky season is on the way!!! Mark your calendars for the 2025 MidCity Monster Mash! They’re kicking things off on Tuesday, October 7th, and this fun Halloween pop-up runs through November 1st!!🎃
Get your costumes ready!!!!
👇👇👇
👻Scary good food menu
👻Spooky and fun photo opps
👻Monsters roaming The Camp
👻LIVE music every Thursday-Sunday
👻Costume parties
👻Fall Market every Sunday
👻AND SO MUCH MORE DURING OCTOBER!!!!
It’s the BEST TIME OF THE YEAR. 🥳
Cost: FREE
When: October 7 – November 1| 4PM-10PM
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