🎃 Spook-Out in Edmonton: Top Halloween Activities for Families

As the leaves turn and cooler days arrive, Edmonton transforms into a festive Halloween playground. Whether you’re planning a family outing, a fright-night experience, or something in-between, here are some of the best events around town.

1. Family-Friendly Pumpkin Walk & Light Displays

Check out Pumpkins After Dark at Borden Park (Sept 26 – Oct 31, 2025) for a magical stroll through thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, enchanting displays and fall treats. edmonton.pumpkinsafterdark.com+1
Why it’s great: It’s less scary, more seasonal magic — perfect for young kids (like your daughter!) to enjoy the Halloween vibe without being spooked.
Tip: Dress warmly, bring a camera and maybe go early for fewer crowds.

2. The Big Haunt for Teens & Adults

For a more intense Halloween experience, check out DARK at Fort Edmonton Park (Oct 3 – Nov 1, 2025). With dedicated haunts, scare zones and roaming performers, this is geared toward older teens and adults. fortedmontonpark.ca+1
Why go: A high-energy, immersive Halloween event — great for educators, staff outings, or older kids who want the “wow / scary” factor.
Important: Costumes are not allowed inside the haunts for safety. fortedmontonpark.ca

3. Haunted Houses & Thrill-Seekers

If you’re up for a real thrill, check out Deadmonton Haunted House (9300 47 St NW) — Edmonton’s big haunted house experience for 2025 with bold themes and jump scares. Deadmonton Haunted House
Good for: Visitors who love being spooked. Maybe not the youngest children, but teens and adults will get a kick out of it.

4. Mega Costume Parties & Bar-Crawls

For grown-ups or educators looking to celebrate Halloween night out, there are several events like the “Haunted Hop & Halloween Bar Crawl” in Edmonton. Eventbrite+1
Note: These are adult-oriented — plan ahead for babysitting if needed!

5. Choose Your Pumpkin Patch & Fall Farm Fun

Take a trip out to find pumpkins, navigate a corn maze and enjoy the farm atmosphere. For example, Fall‑o‑Ween Festival at Prairie Gardens (Bon Accord) has hay rides, mazes, animals and more. To Do Canada+1
Why families love it: Outdoors, active, and engaging for a child who loves to run, jump and explore (sounds a lot like your daughter!).
Tip: Make sure to check weather and wear boots — fall in Edmonton can be muddy!

🧒 Our Top Picks for You & Your Day Home Families

Given you run a day home and your daughter is energetic and creative, here are suggestions you might share with your families or incorporate into your program:

• Pumpkin walk outing: Choose a calm evening at Pumpkins After Dark and invite families to join — great for all ages.
• Day time farm trip: Bring a group to a fall farm patch (like Prairie Gardens) during daytime hours for a safer, less spooky experience.
• Day home Halloween party: Create your own themed event: pumpkin. costumes. scavenger hunt outdoors before it gets too cold.
• Costume thematic day: Use ideas from the adult events for inspiration—set a “creative costumes” day at your day home (non-scary) where kids design their outfits.
• Outdoor play focus: Remind families that even though it’s cooler, getting outside is key — so on your blog/email remind parents to send warm jackets, mitts, hats so kids can still run, hop, jump outside.

🍬 Have a Safe & Spooktacular Halloween!

Wherever your Halloween adventures take you, we hope your days are filled with cozy sweaters, happy pumpkins, and just the right amount of spookiness! Remember to dress warm, plan ahead for outdoor events, and most importantly — have fun celebrating this festive season with your little ones.