During the fall season, Orlando transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination for the whole family with theme park events and community festivities.
Whether you are looking for a theme park experience or an inexpensive neighborhood event, follow this guide for fun things to do during Halloween in Orlando. You may also want to check out our picks for bigger scares for adults and teens and free and cheap things to do this weekend in Orlando.
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In this mega 2024 Halloween list of free and cheap events, you’ll find:
- Family-friendly Halloween events
- Trick-or-treating experiences
- Halloween at Orlando theme parks
We are still updating this list for 2024. Send us your free and cheap Halloween events at news@orlandoonthecheap.com or add them to our calendar.
Family-friendly Halloween events in Orlando 2024
Enzian Kid’s Halloween Party Featuring Frankenweenie
Sunday Oct. 20, 11:00 a.m.
The Enzian Theater, Maitland
- A Halloween movie event with a costume parade, crafts, and a screening of Frankenweenie.
- Kids can decorate their own spooktacular candy bag and enjoy some trick-or-treating outside after the movie.
- Tickets are only $12.50 for adults and $13.50 for kids. Kids tickets include a candy bag kit, admission to the film, and a Halloween Squishmallow.
The Crayola Experience Screamin’ Green Hauntoween
Sept. 21 through Oct. 31
The Crayola Experience, Orlando
- Spooky activities include themed crafts, scavenger hunt, character photo ops, and more.
- Included with general admission.
- Save $3 each by purchasing online. One-day tickets for ages 3 and up cost $26.99 when you buy ahead.
Orlando Halloween Fest
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11:00-3:00 p.m.
Waterford Lakes Town Center
- FREE event with free balloon animals, temporary tattoos, crafts, reptile petting zoo, and more fun activities.
- Come dressed up as a family and you might win a prize.
Central Florida Zoo Boo Bash
Weekends Oct. 12 Oct. 19 through Oct. 27
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sanford
- Dress up to trick-or-treat throughout the zoo.
- Celebrate a not-so-scary Halloween with plenty of activities for the entire family at the Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health.
- Zoo Bash Tickets are $25.95 per adult and $19.95 per kid (ages 3 – 12).
Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween Event
Weekends Oct. 12 through Oct. 31
Gatorland, Orlando
- Family-friendly Halloween event at Gatorland featuring multiple themed haunt zones, interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, and a Children’s Halloween Costume Parade with treat bags for all the kids.
- Included with park admission.
- Half-off park admission for Florida Residents through October 31.
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Pirates of the Haunted Seas at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
Select dates Oct. 4 through Nov. 3
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
- A unique event at the aquarium includes meet-and-greets with Pirate Captain Sebastian, trick-or-treating opportunities, and educational stations that offer a glimpse into pirate lore and nautical history.
The City of Winter Garden Halloween Experience
Oct. 18 through 31
Historic Downtown Winter Garden
- Celebrate Halloween for 14 days with a lineup of family-friendly festivities in Winter Garden.
- FREE Halloween light shows, pop-up street performers, a hay maze, holiday-themed photo stations, Halloween-themed activities at the farmers’ market, and more!
The City of Lake Mary’s Halloween Spooktacular
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Central Park, Lake Mary
- FREE family event in downtown Lake Mary.
- Trick or treating, live DJ, Halloween games, food vendors, and more.
Maitland’s Fall-O-Ween Festival
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Independence Square, downtown Maitland
- FREE street festival. Candy, costume contest, carnival-style games, train rides, food for purchase, and more.
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Trick-or-Treating Events Around Orlando 2024
Ocoee’s Halloween Howl Night
Friday, Oct. 25, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Bill Breeze Park, Ocoee
- FREE family event in Ocoee.
- Trunk or treat, food trucks, games, contests, and more.
- Register in advance for the Glow Hunt and the Scarecrow Contest.
City of Apopka Halloween in the Park
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Kit Nelson Park, Apopka
- FREE family-friendly community trick-or-treating event at Kit Land Nelson Park.
Halloween Trunk or Treat and Car Show
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The Promenade at Sunset Walk
- FREE trunk-or-treat event with live music, street performers, and two dozen candy locations.
- Check out the decorated vehicles while also enjoying The Promenade’s restaurants, shops, bars, and entertainment.
Longwood Truck or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Reiter Park, Longwood
- FREE community trick-or-treat event with with a variety of trucks and other vehicles, free candy for children, bounce houses, food vendors, and much more.
Halloween in Cranes Roost Park
Thursday, October 31, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs
- FREE community door-to-door trick-or-treat alternative for kids hosted by the Altamonte Springs Police Department.
- Features include trick-or-treating around the lake, costume contests, live music, and kids’ activities.
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Trick or Treat Safe Zone
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Orange County Regional History Center, Orlando
- FREE event hosted by the History Center and Orlando Public Library with candy, crafts, and a scavenger hunt.
- The event is for kids ages 12 and under and the child must be accompanied by an adult.
Aloma Bowl Halloween Trunk-or-Treat
Saturday, October 26, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Aloma Bowl Winter Park
- FREE Halloween trunk-or-treat with games, music, treats, and a paint-your-own bowling pin activity.
Airport Lanes Halloween Trunk-or-Treat
Saturday, October 26, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Airport Lanes Sanford
- FREE Halloween trunk-or-treat party with plenty of treats, a car decorating contest, and a haunted maze.
Halloween at Old Town
Thursday, October 31 at 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Old Town, Kissimmee
- FREE trick-or-treating candy stations from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. throughout Old Town.
- Costume Contest at 7:00 p.m. at the Old Town Stage and entertainment throughout the night.
Family-Friendly Halloween at Orlando theme parks 2024
SeaWorld Orlando’s Halloween Spooktacular
Select days Aug. 31 through Nov. 3
Orlando
- Little ones can dress up in their favorite costumes to trick-or-treat and meet colorful Halloween characters at the SeaWorld Spooktacular.
LEGOLAND’S Brick or Treat Monster Party
Winter Haven
Select Saturdays & Sundays through October 27
- Live entertainment, shows, costume parade, and character meet and greets.
- Wear your costume to Brick or Treat for candy throughout the theme park.
Fun Spot’s Funoween Monster ‘Ganza
Sept. 30 through Nov. 3
Fun Spot Orlando & Kissimmee
- Family-friendly Funspot event with Halloween decor and scheduled events all included in admission.
- Party Nights every Saturday night in October: Trick-or-Treating- 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Dance Party- 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Special Events- 6:30 p.m.
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