TRICK-OR-TREATING & HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
last updated 10/14/24
Welcome! If you are looking for U-Pick Pumpkin Patches, places to Trick-or-Treat with your kids, haunted houses and family-friendly Halloween events in Whatcom County YOU WILL FIND THEM HERE!
The 2024 Whatcom County Halloween Guide gets updated daily with new activities, so check back often.
Enjoy this season with your families! ~Megan
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HALLOWEEN EVENTS & FUN THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR KIDS IN OCTOBER
HOME FARM PUMPKIN PATCH
360-566-2181
8020 Kickerville Road
Blaine, WA 98230
Days/Hours: Home Farm is open September 27th to October 27th, 2024. They are open Wednesdays & Thursdays: 9am - 5pm & Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays: 9am - 6pm
Cost: Admission to the farm is FREE
What to expect:
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Heirloom and specialty pumpkins in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors.
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Beautiful orange carving pumpkins perfect for your Halloween jack-o-lantern.
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An array of squash and gourds ready to eat or decorate with.
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Corn stalks
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Fall Farm Store featuring locally made goods, farm swag, yummy treats and more (this is in addition to our farm stand!)
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Corn Maze - No Charge
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Walk the farm and visit the pig pens.
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Checkout the antique tractors.
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Lots of photo opportunities.
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Tractor Train Rides Every Saturday & Sunday 10a-3p (weather permitting) - No Charge
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Face Painting, 10a-3p Every Saturday & Sunday - $$
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Hot Cider and Popcorn - Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays $$
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Food Vendor on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting September 28th $$
More info: https://www.homefarm.farm/pumpkin-patch
Home Farm U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Birch Bay - Home Farm is open starting September 27th-October 27th, 2024. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, they will be having tractor train rides on the weekends, corn maze, visits to the pig pens, photo ops, treats & more!
Washington State Parks FREE Day
Day on the Bay, 10am-4pm, Bellingham. This free, self-guided tour encourages folks to stop at more than 12 locations and local businesses along Bellingham Bay. FREE
Thrillingham Dance Classes, 4-6pm, Bellingham. FREE
BelleWood Farms Harvest Festival, Lynden - Family Harvest Activities Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm - Pumpkin patches, corn maze, apple bin train, u-pick apples and more!
Cramer's Western Town, Lynden - Cramer's is open every weekend in October. Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Wagon Rides, pumpkin patch, baby pigs, train and pony rides($) and more.
Home Farm U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Birch Bay - Home Farm is open starting September 27th-October 27th, 2024. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, they will be having tractor train rides on the weekends, corn maze, visits to the pig pens, photo ops, treats & more!
Stoney Ridge Farm, Ferndale - Stoney Ridge is open every Saturday in October from 10am-5pm. It will be open every Friday starting the 13th from 12-5pm. Family fun includes apple picking, the corn maze, bin maze, wagon rides and more!
Willetta Farms, Everson - Pick your favorite pumpkin from the patch for carving or decorating. They will be offering pumpkin sales, baked goods, beverages including hot apple cider and homemade crafts. They will have horse drawn wagon rides and animal viewing. Willetta Farm's Pumpkin Patch will be open on Sat. & Sun.10-5pm in October to the public.
SeaFeast, 10am-5pm, Bellingham. Bellingham SeaFeast is a FREE two-day celebration on the shores of Squalicum Harbor dedicated to honoring our rich maritime culture, showcasing our thriving working waterfront, promoting the enjoyment and conservation of our precious water resources, celebrating the vitality of our commercial fishing and seafood industries, and indulging in the diverse culinary bounty that characterizes our corner of the Pacific Northwest. FREE
Ferndale Harvest Festival, 11am-3pm, Ferndale. This year's Harvest Festival will include a wide variety of engaging activities, including pumpkin painting, face painting, a costume exchange, a zucchini race, a community resource and information fair, and cultural demonstrations that highlight the diversity of the Ferndale area. Free chili will also be served. FREE
SeaFeast, 10am-5pm, Bellingham. Bellingham SeaFeast is a FREE two-day celebration on the shores of Squalicum Harbor dedicated to honoring our rich maritime culture, showcasing our thriving working waterfront, promoting the enjoyment and conservation of our precious water resources, celebrating the vitality of our commercial fishing and seafood industries, and indulging in the diverse culinary bounty that characterizes our corner of the Pacific Northwest. FREE
Sunday Crafternoon, 1:30-3:30pm, Bellingham. FREE
Thrillingham Dance Classes, 4-6pm, Bellingham. FREE
Whatcom Frightmare
Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
DATES: Full Scares: October 18th, 19th, 20th, 25th, 26th & 27th. Times vary. See the link below for details.
LIGHT SCARES: October 18th, 19th, 25th & 26th.
LOCATION: Pioneer Park, 2004 Cherry Street, Ferndale
COST: $8 per person, $30 for a group of 4.
BelleWood Farms Harvest Festival, Lynden - Family Harvest Activities Open Wednesday-Sunday 9am-4pm - Pumpkin patches, corn maze, apple bin train, u-pick apples and more!
Cramer's Western Town, Lynden - Cramer's is open every weekend in October. Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Wagon Rides, pumpkin patch and more.
Home Farm U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Birch Bay - Home Farm is open starting September 27th-October 27th, 2024. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, they will be having tractor train rides on the weekends, corn maze, visits to the pig pens, photo ops, treats & more!
Stoney Ridge Farm, Ferndale - Stoney Ridge is open every Saturday in October from 10am-5pm. Admission includes the corn maze, wagon ride and farm animals. The patch is full of gorgeous pumpkins and there is u-pick or we -pick Jonagold apples in the orchard. Fresh, pasteurized cider will be available. Our coffee shop will also be open with warm apple cider or pumpkin donuts to enjoy.
Willetta Farms, Everson - Pick your favorite pumpkin from the patch for carving or decorating. They will be offering pumpkin sales, baked goods, beverages including hot apple cider and homemade crafts. They will have horse drawn wagon rides and animal viewing. Willetta Farm's Pumpkin Patch will be open on Sat. & Sun.10-5pm in October to the public. Starting Friday, October 9th they will be open from 10am-1pm on Fridays.
Saturday, October 12th:
City of Ferndale's Zombie Fun Run, 10am-12pm, FREE
Thrillingham Dance Classes, 4-6pm, Bellingham. FREE
Friday, October 18th:
Kids Costume Weekend at Home Farm, 9am-6pm, Birch Bay. All kids who come to the farm in costume get a mini pumpkin and a treat. Visit in the farm store to trick-or-treat! FREE
Whatcom Frightmare Light Scare - 5-7pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Whatcom Frightmare - 8-10pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Grace Church Kids Carnival
Join Grace Church for a night of fun and excitement at their FREE Kids Carnival! Enjoy carnival games, cotton candy, popcorn, face painting and so much more. Can't wait to see you all there!
DATE: Friday, October 25th from 6:30-8pm
LOCATION: 3210 Meridian St, Bellingham
COST: FREE
WEBSITE:
Northside Harvest Festival
Join Northside Community Church for a harvest festival on Saturday, October 26th from 1 to 4 PM. They will have carnival games, sensory friendly stations, candy, as well as prizes. Free food and drink. No RSVP needed. We look forward to welcoming you!
DATE: Saturday, October 26th from 1-4pm
LOCATION: 950 Kline Road, Bellingham
COST: FREE
WEBSITE:
Bellewood Acres Harvest Festival, Lynden - Family Harvest Activities Open Wednesday-Sunday 9am-5pm - Pumpkin patches, corn maze, apple bin train, u-pick apples and more!
Cramer's Western Town, Lynden - Cramer's is open every weekend in October. Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Wagon Rides, pumpkin patch and more.
Home Farm U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Birch Bay - Home Farm is open starting September 27th-October 27th, 2024. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, they will be having tractor train rides on the weekends, corn maze, visits to the pig pens, photo ops, treats & more!
Stoney Ridge Farm, Ferndale - Stoney Ridge is open every Saturday in October from 10am-5pm. Admission includes the corn maze, wagon ride and farm animals. The patch is full of gorgeous pumpkins and there is u-pick or we -pick Jonagold apples in the orchard. Fresh, pasteurized cider will be available. Our coffee shop will also be open with warm apple cider or pumpkin donuts to enjoy.
Willetta Farms, Everson - Pick your favorite pumpkin from the patch for carving or decorating. They will be offering pumpkin sales, baked goods, beverages including hot apple cider and homemade crafts. They will have horse drawn wagon rides and animal viewing. Willetta Farm's Pumpkin Patch will be open on Sat. & Sun.10-5pm in October to the public. Starting Friday, October 9th they will be open from 10am-1pm on Fridays.
Kids Costume Weekend at Home Farm, 9am-6pm, Birch Bay. All kids who come to the farm in costume get a mini pumpkin and a treat. Visit in the farm store to trick-or-treat! FREE
Whatcom Frightmare Light Scare - 5-7pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Whatcom Frightmare - 8-10pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Kids Costume Weekend at Home Farm, 9am-6pm, Birch Bay. All kids who come to the farm in costume get a mini pumpkin and a treat. Visit in the farm store to trick-or-treat! FREE
Thrillingham Dance Classes, 4-6pm, Bellingham. FREE
Whatcom Frightmare, 5-9pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Spooktacular, 6-8pm, Bellingham. Join us for Spooktacular 2024, a haunting experience you'll never forget! From October 24-27, Woodstock Farm transforms into a realm of spine-tingling fun. Explore our terrifying Haunted House, embark on a mystical Witch Walk, enjoy ghostly games, and more. With activities for all ages 4 and up, it's the Halloween event of the year! This event is only accessible via shuttle from Fairhaven Park. No on-site parking available at Woodstock Farm. Pre-registration required for transportation.
Halloween Circus Show, 7-9pm, Bellingham.
Trick-or-Treat Halloween Party, 4-6pm, Bellingham. North Cascades Health & Rehab invites one and all to join us for our Trick or Treat Halloween event! There will be a candy trail, photo booth, arts & crafts, and fun games! Everyone is encouraged to dress up and stop by for some fun! FREE
Whatcom Frightmare Light Scare, 5-7pm - Ferndale - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Fall Festival, 6-8pm - Bellingham - Join Cordata Presbyterian Church for their fall festival. They will have Games & Prizes ~ Candy & Crafts ~ Food ~ PLUS their famous Cardboard Box MAZE! Feel free to wear non-scary costumes. FREE
Kid's Carnival - 6:30-8pm - Bellingham - Join Grace Bellingham for their annual free kids carnival. They will have games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Can't wait to see you there! FREE.
Halloween Circus Show, 6-8pm, Bellingham.
Spooktacular, 6-10pm, Bellingham. Join us for Spooktacular 2024, a haunting experience you'll never forget! From October 24-27, Woodstock Farm transforms into a realm of spine-tingling fun. Explore our terrifying Haunted House, embark on a mystical Witch Walk, enjoy ghostly games, and more. With activities for all ages 4 and up, it's the Halloween event of the year! This event is only accessible via shuttle from Fairhaven Park. No on-site parking available at Woodstock Farm. Pre-registration required for transportation.
Whatcom Frightmare, 8-10pm - Ferndale - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Monster Mash Halloween Celebration
250 Flora Street
Bellingham, WA
- Wear your costumes
- Make masks & monstrous masterpieces
- Enjoy silly music and dancing
- Have fun making Halloween crafts
- Photo booth
- Jump around town for Bellingham’s Downtown Trick-or-Treat (4 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
More info: The Whatcom Museum
Salvation Army Harvest Carnival
The Salvation Army will be holding its annual Harvest Carnival on Sunday, October 27th from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. This family friendly event is open to all ages and will be fun for everyone! Dress up in your favorite costume (family friendly please) and make plans to join us. This is a free event.
Our Candy Land Harvest carnival will feature games, trick or treating, snacks, family activities and food for sale. Preregister to be eligible for our door prizes and we hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please give us a call at 360-733-1410.
DATE: Saturday, October 27th from 2-6pm
LOCATION: Salvation Army, 2912 NW Avenue, Bellingham
COST: FREE
WEBSITE:
Bellewood Acres, Lynden - Family Harvest Activities Open Wednesday-Sunday 9am-5pm - Pumpkin patches, corn maze, apple bin train, u-pick apples and more!
Cramer's Western Town, Lynden - Cramer's is open every weekend in October. Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Wagon Rides, pumpkin patch and more.
Home Farm U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, Birch Bay - Home Farm is open starting September 27th-October 27th, 2024. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, they will be having tractor train rides on the weekends, corn maze, visits to the pig pens, photo ops, treats & more!
Stoney Ridge Farm, Ferndale - Stoney Ridge is open every Saturday in October from 10am-5pm. Admission includes the corn maze, wagon ride and farm animals. The patch is full of gorgeous pumpkins and there is u-pick or we -pick Jonagold apples in the orchard. Fresh, pasteurized cider will be available. Our coffee shop will also be open with warm apple cider or pumpkin donuts to enjoy.
Willetta Farms, Everson - Pick your favorite pumpkin from the patch for carving or decorating. They will be offering pumpkin sales, baked goods, beverages including hot apple cider and homemade crafts. They will have horse drawn wagon rides and animal viewing. Willetta Farm's Pumpkin Patch will be open on Sat. & Sun.10-5pm in October to the public. Starting Friday, October 9th they will be open from 10am-1pm on Fridays.
Halloween at the Y - 1-3:30pm - Bellingham -Welcome to Halloween at the Y, a spooktacular event that's free for everyone! Come dressed in your Halloween finest and be sure to pre-register using the link below. We've got carnival-style games, where you can test your skills and win prizes. Plus, explore our haunted house, created and run by our teen center volunteers. It's going to be a frightfully fun night of tricks, treats, and community spirit! FREE
Northside Harvest Festival - 1-4pm - Bellingham. Carnival games, sensory friendly stations, candy, prizes. Free food and drink. FREE
Downtown Ferndale Trick-or-Treat - 2-4pm - Ferndale - Each year we organize a "Downtown" Trick or Treat as a safe environment for the youth of our community to engage with the businesses. Chamber member businesses along Main Street (not just downtown) are encouraged to participate. FREE
Trunk-or-Treat, 2-4pm, Bellingham. It's Trunk or Treat time again! Come for treats, decorated trunks, and lots of fun! FREE
Family Costume Party, 2-3:30pm & 3:30-5pm, Bellingham. Music Together By the Bay's Family Costume Party. Show off your cute costumes, dance, and play with us. We'll also have a craft table, snacks and refreshments, a photo backdrop and costume parade! Choose from 2 sessions: 2 - 3:30 or 3:30 - 5pm.
Trick-or-Treat at the Berm - 3-5pm - Blaine - On the Birch Bay Berm. Treat stops will be spaced out on the berm from the South end nearing Terrell Creek with the stops ending at the Birch Bay Library Property located at 7968 Birch Bay Drive. FREE
Whatcom Frightmare Light Scare, 3-7pm - Ferndale - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Halloween Circus Show, 6-8pm, Bellingham.
Spooktacular, 6-10pm, Bellingham. Join us for Spooktacular 2024, a haunting experience you'll never forget! From October 24-27, Woodstock Farm transforms into a realm of spine-tingling fun. Explore our terrifying Haunted House, embark on a mystical Witch Walk, enjoy ghostly games, and more. With activities for all ages 4 and up, it's the Halloween event of the year! This event is only accessible via shuttle from Fairhaven Park. No on-site parking available at Woodstock Farm. Pre-registration required for transportation.
Whatcom Frightmare, 8-10pm - Ferndale - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Sunday, October 27th:
Howl-O-Ween, 12-3pm, Bellingham. Join us for the Third Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade – We are also celebrating Shake & Shine’s 10th Anniversary!
Harvest Carnival, 2-6pm, Bellingham. The Salvation Army will be holding its annual Harvest Carnival on Sunday, October 27th from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. This family friendly event is open to all ages and will be fun for everyone! Dress up in your favorite costume (family-friendly please) and make plans to join us. This is a free event. The Candy Land Harvest carnival will feature games, trick or treating, snacks, family activities and food for sale. FREE
Halloween Circus Show, 3-5pm & 6-8pm - All ages shows of the Beastly Frightful Unspeakably Spooky Circus of Doom!
Trunk-or-Treat, 3-5pm, Bellingham.
Thrillingham Dance Classes, 4-6pm, Bellingham. FREE
Spooktacular, 6-8pm, Bellingham. Join us for Spooktacular 2024, a haunting experience you'll never forget! From October 24-27, Woodstock Farm transforms into a realm of spine-tingling fun. Explore our terrifying Haunted House, embark on a mystical Witch Walk, enjoy ghostly games, and more. With activities for all ages 4 and up, it's the Halloween event of the year! This event is only accessible via shuttle from Fairhaven Park. No on-site parking available at Woodstock Farm. Pre-registration required for transportation.
Whatcom Frightmare - 8-10pm - Whatcom Frightmare is a haunted house in Ferndale. They will have full and light scares. Light scares are more appropriate for younger children.
Sumas Trunk-or-Treat, 5:30-6:30pm - FREE. Trick-or-Treat your way through downtown Sumas businesses. Local businesses and groups will hand out candy from their spooky decorated vehicles.
October 26th: Downtown Ferndale Trick-or-Treat - 3-5pm - Ferndale - Each year we organize a "Downtown" Trick or Treat as a safe environment for the youth of our community to engage with the businesses. Chamber member businesses along Main Street (not just downtown) are encouraged to participate. FREE
October 26th: Trick-or-Treat on the Berm - 3-6pm - Located on the Birch Bay Berm. Treat stops will be spaced out on the berm from the South end nearing Terrell Creek with the stops ending at the Birch Bay Library Property located at 7968 Birch Bay Drive.
October 31st: Downtown Fairhaven Trick-or-Treat - 3-6pm
October 31st: Downtown Bellingham Trick-or-Treat - 4-6pm
October 31st: Barkley Boo Levard - 4-6pm - Bellingham.
October 31st: Cordata Trick-or-Treat - 4-7pm - Bellingham
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