Best Halloween Events for Kids in Ontario
By Natalie Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Halloween doesn’t have to mean terrifying haunted houses and monsters chasing you with chainsaws. Ontario has tons of Halloween events created especially for families, with trick-or-treating, glowing pumpkin trails, costume parties, wagon rides, corn mazes and just enough spooky fun to make October feel magical.
From walking among thousands of glowing pumpkins to trick-or-treating at the Toronto Zoo or spending Halloween in a 19th-century pioneer village, these are some of the best Halloween events for kids in Ontario in 2026.
Key Points
- Ontario has family-friendly Halloween events throughout October, including trick-or-treating, pumpkin trails, costume parties, light displays and daytime fall festivals.
- Many events offer the fun and atmosphere of Halloween without the intense scares of haunted houses and scream parks.
- Some of the standout experiences include Camp Spooky, Boo at the Zoo, Pumpkinferno, Halloween Skelebration and Pumpkins After Dark.
- There are options for little kids as well as slightly spookier experiences for older children.
- Popular October weekends and timed-entry events can sell out, so advance tickets are recommended.
Kids staying home this time? Check out our Scariest Halloween Events in Ontario for Adults for haunted houses, scream parks and some of Ontario’s most terrifying Halloween experiences.
Halloween Events for Kids in Toronto & the GTA
Tricks and Treats at Canada’s Wonderland – Vaughan
Canada’s Wonderland keeps the scares away during the day with Tricks and Treats, a family-friendly Halloween celebration that’s all fun and no fear. Kids can dress up for the PEANUTS Costume Party, trick-or-treat throughout the park, explore a corn maze, meet friendly Halloween characters and even walk through a kid-friendly version of Spirit Manor with brighter lights and friendly ghosts.
It runs on select days from September 26 to November 1, 2026, before Halloween Haunt takes over after dark.
Boo at the Zoo – Toronto
Dress the kids in their costumes and spend Halloween with the animals at the Toronto Zoo. Boo at the Zoo takes place October 24, 25 and 31, 2026, with treat stations throughout the Discovery Zone and special character appearances, including Batman, Wolverine and Elsa.
Halloween Skelebration at Mountsberg – Campbellville
Mountsberg gets a Halloween makeover on weekend evenings throughout October with an illuminated Night Walk, Haunted Barn, family-friendly fortune teller, scavenger hunt, farm animals, raptors, snakes and cozy campfires. It’s a great choice for families looking for something spooky without stepping into full haunted-house territory.
Pumpkins After Dark – Milton
More than 10,000 illuminated jack-o’-lanterns transform Country Heritage Park into a huge walk-through Halloween experience from September 26 to October 31. New for 2026 are World Tour displays, a Bee Hive Maze and Pumpkinhead Ed scavenger hunt, plus interactive games, trick-or-treating and live pumpkin carving.
Note for parents: Dracula’s Haunted Castle is a separate 13+ experience, so families with younger kids can skip that part.
Halloween Events for Kids in Ottawa & Eastern Ontario
PumpkinFest at Saunders Farm – Ottawa
The same farm that becomes terrifying after dark keeps things much more kid-friendly during the day. PumpkinFest runs weekends from September 26 to November 1, 2026, with daytime fall and Halloween fun before Saunders Farm’s FrightFest begins in the evening.
Pumpkinferno at Upper Canada Village – Morrisburg
Thousands of glowing, hand-crafted artificial pumpkins take over the streets and paths of Upper Canada Village from October 2–31. The nighttime walk-through is designed for all ages and combines incredible pumpkin artistry with the atmosphere of exploring the historic village after dark.
For 2026, look for new displays including Jungle Giants, Timeless Toys, Postmarked Paradise and PKF1.
Halloween Events for Kids in Central Ontario
Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour – Penetanguishene
Discovery Harbour glows after dark with more than 5,000 artificial “fun-kins,” illuminated displays, live entertainment and Halloween activities throughout the historic waterfront site. Pumpkinferno runs October 1–31 and is designed for visitors of all ages.
Spooky All Hallows’ Eve at Lang Pioneer Village – Keene
See how Halloween might have looked more than a century ago at this all-ages event on October 23 and 24. Lang Pioneer Village fills its historic village with ghostly graveyards, witches’ lairs, fortune telling, tractor and wagon rides and old-fashioned Halloween fun.
Halloween Events for Kids in Southwestern Ontario
Pumpkins After Dark – London
Storybook Gardens becomes a glowing Halloween destination for Pumpkins After Dark, Canada’s massive family-friendly walk-through pumpkin experience. Expect thousands of illuminated jack-o’-lanterns, impressive pumpkin artwork and plenty of Halloween atmosphere without the experience being centred around scares.
Family Halloween Events in Northern Ontario
Pumpkinferno at Dynamic Earth – Sudbury
Dynamic Earth goes all-in on Halloween with its glowing Pumpkinferno trail plus plenty of spooky science inside. Admission includes access to Dynamic Earth, the Big Nickel Show, spooky science experiments and a Pumpkin Passport scavenger hunt with activity stops throughout Pumpkinferno and Dynamic Earth.
Kids can also dig into Halloween-themed activities like Gourd Creations, Ghost Rocks, Halloween Tinkerer, Dark Matter Discoveries, Creepy Crawlies and Bug Bistro, plus hands-on science experiments. Complete the Pumpkin Passport to earn a special sticker and qualify for a prize draw.*
*Some activities may require an additional purchase.
Halloween Hoot at Fort William Historical Park – Thunder Bay
Fort William Historical Park’s Halloween Hoot turns the historic site into a kid-friendly Halloween adventure with trick-or-treating, crafts, games, costumed characters and family activities.
One caution here: Fort William’s current Halloween Hoot page is still displaying its detailed 2025 schedule, although the attraction is included in its current season-pass information. I would keep Halloween Hoot on our working list but wait to add 2026 dates until Fort William publishes them.
Are These Halloween Events Scary for Kids?
Every child’s idea of “scary” is different. Pumpkin trails and daytime trick-or-treating events are generally the gentlest options, while experiences with haunted barns, dark trails or spooky characters may be better for children who enjoy a little fright with their Halloween fun.
If you’re bringing younger kids, check the event’s age recommendations before buying tickets. Some attractions also offer daytime or early-evening versions specifically designed for little ones.
Looking for Pumpkin Patches and Fall Farms Too?
Halloween isn’t the only reason to head to the farm this fall. You can also find pumpkin picking, corn mazes, wagon rides and harvest activities in our Best Pumpkin Patches in Ontario and Fall Farms, Pumpkin Patches & Harvest Festivals in Ontario guides.
What About Halloween Events for Adults?
Once the kids go to bed, Ontario gets considerably scarier.
Check out our Scariest Halloween Events in Ontario for Adults for haunted houses, haunted forests, scream parks, séances and attractions like Screemers, Fear Farm, Fort Fright and Haunt Manor.
You can also explore the true stories and legends behind Ontario’s Most Haunted Places That You Can Actually Visit.
Find More Halloween Events in Ontario
For even more ideas, visit our Best Halloween Events in Ontario regional guide or search the Summer Fun Guide Event Calendar to see what’s happening near you.
Happy Halloween!
Natalie
