Halloween & Trunk-or-Treats Near Centreville, South Riding, Clifton, Aldie & Middleburg
Every family Halloween event we could find in our area: trunk-or-treats, not-too-spooky festivals, haunted trails for big kids, and tips for trick-or-treat night.
Where are trunk-or-treats near Centreville and South Riding in 2026? The big ones are the Dulles South Trunk or Treat Trail in South Riding (Fri., Oct. 23, 6–8 p.m.) and the free Fall Fun Fest trunk-or-treat at New Life's nZone in Chantilly (Sat., Oct. 17, 3–5 p.m.). For a full Halloween day out, try Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park (Oct. 24–25), the free South Riding Halloween Spooktacular (Oct. 24), Air & Scare at the Udvar-Hazy Center (Oct. 24), or the Salamander family haunted trail in Middleburg (Oct. 24–25).
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year. Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William counties don't set official trick-or-treat hours; most families head out around dusk (sunset is about 6:10 p.m.) and wrap up by 9.
👶 Best for toddlers: Ghost Town at Burke Lake (not spooky) or Air & Scare's toddler puppet show
👻 Best “a little spooky”: Salamander's family haunted trail (ages 4–12, fright-free walk at 6:30)
😱 Teens only: Clifton Haunted Trail and Cox Farms Fields of Fear
💰 Free: nZone Fall Fun Fest, South Riding Spooktacular, Middleburg's Halloween parade
📅 Halloween 2026 at a Glance
| Sat., Oct. 17 | nZone Fall Fun Fest trunk-or-treat Chantilly • Free |
| Fri., Oct. 23 | Dulles South Trunk or Treat Trail South Riding • $10 |
| Oct. 23–24 | Halloween on the Farm, Frying Pan Farm Park Herndon • $12 |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | Air & Scare, Udvar-Hazy Center Chantilly • Free + parking |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | South Riding Halloween Spooktacular South Riding • Free |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | Pumpkin Swim (Loudoun PRCS) Loudoun • $9 |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | House of Reptiles, Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Centreville area • $20 |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | Clifton Haunted Trail (teens) Clifton • Tickets |
| Oct. 24–25 | Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park Fairfax Station • $20–25 |
| Oct. 24–25 | Salamander Family Haunted Trail Middleburg • $20 |
| Fri. & Sat. nights | Cox Farms Fields of Fear (teens), through Nov. 7 Centreville • Tickets |
| Sat., Oct. 31 | Halloween! Neighborhood trick-or-treating Everywhere • Free |
🚘 Trunk-or-Treats
Decorated cars, candy in a safe parking lot, and usually games and food. Great for little legs and early bedtimes.
Dulles South Trunk or Treat Trail South Riding 20152
Loudoun County's trunk-or-treat at the Dulles South Recreation & Community Center: collect candy from decorated trunks along a not-too-scary trail, with moon bounces, a scavenger hunt and a pumpkin to take home. Pre-registration required; no same-day sign-ups. Want to decorate a trunk? Trunk hosts register free (5 to 8:15 p.m.).
📍 24950 Riding Center Dr., South Riding • 💵 $10 per person; ages 2 and under free • Fall Activity Guide (course 105700-01) →
Fall Fun Fest Trunk-or-Treat at the nZone Chantilly 20151
A free community trunk-or-treat from New Life Christian Church with free hot dogs and popcorn, inflatables, games and a kids' show at 4:45 p.m. Costumes encouraged; bring a candy bag.
📍 The nZone, 14550 Lee Rd., Chantilly • 💵 Free • Event page →
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church Trunk-or-Treat Centreville 20120
A family trunk-or-treat in a closed-off section of the church parking lot. Allergy-friendly treats are marked with teal pumpkins. Watch the church's site for the 2026 date.
📍 14640 Soucy Pl., Centreville • 💵 Free
💡 Parent tip: Bring a flashlight, a sturdy bag (not a plastic pumpkin that tips over) and a few extra treats if you're hosting a trunk.
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🎃 Halloween Festivals & Not-Too-Spooky Fun
Costumes welcome everywhere. These are made for little and middle kids.
Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park Fairfax Station 22039
Burke Lake's family Halloween with not-spooky activity areas, the miniature train, carousel, bounce house, crafts, pumpkin painting, mini golf and trick-or-treating. One ticket covers all activities. Usually sells out, so buy ahead.
📍 7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station • 💵 $20 online in advance, $25 at the door; under 2 free with a paying adult • Burke Lake Park →
South Riding Halloween Spooktacular South Riding 20152
A neighborhood favorite with a kids' costume parade, music, games, food trucks, a petting zoo and goodie bags while supplies last. Sign up ahead for the costume contest.
📍 South Riding Center (Ulysses St. & Riding Center Dr.) • 💵 Free • South Riding events →
Air & Scare at the Udvar-Hazy Center Chantilly
Trick-or-treat among the airplanes. Indoors (no ticket needed) there's an obstacle course, a toddler puppet show, Star Wars story time, sing-alongs and a scavenger hunt; outdoor activities need free timed tickets, which go fast. Kids 15 and under may wear masks; no costume weapons.
📍 Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly • 💵 Free; $15 parking • Event page →
House of Reptiles at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Centreville area
A not-too-spooky evening: meet the park's reptiles up close, roast s'mores at a campfire and take a twilight walk. Ages 4 to adult. Registration required.
📍 Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, 5040 Walney Rd., Chantilly • 💵 $20 per person
Pumpkin Swim Loudoun PRCS
A 45-minute Halloween swim session for ages 3 and up. Check the activity guide for the pool.
Halloween on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park Herndon
Trick-or-treat around the farm with crafts and games, in one-hour timed-entry slots.
📍 2709 W. Ox Rd., Herndon • 💵 $12 per person • Park page →
Hot Dog! It's Halloween! Parade Middleburg 20117
Middleburg's annual costume parade leaves the Middleburg Community Center, winds through town for trick-or-treating at local businesses with the police chief in the lead, and returns for hot dogs and goodie bags. Free.
📍 Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St. • 💵 Free
💡 Parent tip: Ghost Town and Air & Scare both fall on Oct. 24. Do Air & Scare in the morning, then head to Ghost Town after lunch, or save Ghost Town for Sunday.
🎁 Pumpkin patches, hayrides and the Cox Farms Fall Festival (open through Nov. 8) are in our Fall Festivals & Pumpkin Patches guide.
👻 Haunted Trails: From Fright-Free to Full Scare
Pick by your kid's scare level. Tickets for all three are sold online and can sell out.
Salamander Family Haunted Trail Middleburg 20117
A 0.6-mile trail with ten scenes, designed for ages 4 to 12. Costumed actors appear from 7 p.m.; the 6:30 p.m. walk has no actors, perfect for nervous little ones. Last entry 8:30 p.m. Reservations required.
📍 Salamander Equestrian Center, 500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg • 💵 $20 per guest • Reserve →
Clifton Haunted Trail Clifton 20124
A legendary one-night haunt through 8 acres of woods, run by 150+ volunteers. Rated PG-13 and likely too intense for young kids. Pizza and drinks on site; wear sturdy shoes. Tickets are non-refundable and may sell out.
📍 Buckley (8-Acre) Park, Clifton • Tickets →
Fields of Fear at Cox Farms Centreville 20120
Cox Farms' nighttime haunt: the Dark Side Hayride, a half-mile walk through the Forest, the Cornightmare cornfield trail, and the Firegrounds with fire pits, karaoke and the giant slide. Best for teens. Tickets online only.
📍 15621 Braddock Rd., Centreville • Tickets →
💡 Parent tip: Not sure your child is ready? Watch a video of the trail together first, agree on a 'we're done' code word, and go at the earliest time slot.
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🎃 Trick-or-Treat Night Tips
🕒 When: No county sets official hours. Most kids go from about dusk until 8 or 9 p.m. Your HOA or apartment community may set its own time, so check its newsletter.
💡 Porch light rule: Only visit homes with a porch light on or decorations out. Turn yours off when you run out of candy.
🔦 Be seen: Add reflective tape or glow sticks, carry a flashlight, and choose face paint over masks that block eyes.
🚶 Walk smart: Stay on sidewalks, cross at corners, and drive slowly through neighborhoods all evening.
🎁 Teal pumpkins: A teal pumpkin means the house has non-food treats for kids with food allergies. Put one out with stickers, glow sticks or pencils to include everyone.
🔎 Check the haul: Look over treats at home before kids dig in, especially for allergens.
🐶 Pets: Keep them inside and away from chocolate and the busy front door.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is trick-or-treating in Fairfax and Loudoun County in 2026?
Halloween is Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William counties don't set official trick-or-treat hours. Most families start around dusk (sunset is about 6:10 p.m.) and finish by 8 or 9 p.m. Some HOAs set their own times.
Where is a trunk-or-treat near South Riding?
The Dulles South Trunk or Treat Trail is Friday, Oct. 23, 6 to 8 p.m., at the Dulles South Recreation & Community Center. It costs $10 per person (2 and under free) and requires pre-registration.
Where is a trunk-or-treat near Centreville?
New Life's free Fall Fun Fest trunk-or-treat is Saturday, Oct. 17, 3 to 5 p.m., at the nZone, 14550 Lee Rd. in Chantilly. Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Centreville has also hosted a free trunk-or-treat with teal-pumpkin treats in past years.
What are non-scary Halloween events for toddlers near Centreville?
Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park (Oct. 24 and 25) has not-spooky activities, a train and a carousel. Air & Scare at the Udvar-Hazy Center (Oct. 24) has a toddler puppet show, and the South Riding Halloween Spooktacular (Oct. 24) is free.
Is the Clifton Haunted Trail OK for kids?
The Clifton Haunted Trail is rated PG-13 and is likely too intense for young children. For ages 4 to 12, try the Salamander family haunted trail in Middleburg, which has a fright-free walk at 6:30 p.m.
What does a teal pumpkin mean on Halloween?
A teal pumpkin means the house offers non-food treats, such as stickers or glow sticks, so kids with food allergies can trick-or-treat safely.
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