News Summary
Savannah is gearing up for Halloween with a variety of events organized throughout October. Families can enjoy Truck-or-Treat and Howl-o-Ween, while additional festivals include The Great Halloween Festival, Fall Festival, and more. With activities designed for all ages and free entry, the city promotes engagement and community spirit during this spooky season.
Savannah is set to celebrate the spooky season with a variety of Halloween events throughout October, organized by the City’s Recreation and Leisure Services Department and other local organizations. These festive gatherings promise to engage community members in fun and frightful activities designed for all ages, culminating in trick-or-treat events on Halloween night.
The two main events hosted by Savannah’s Recreation and Leisure Services are scheduled for October 24. First, the Truck-or-Treat event will be held at Grayson Stadium from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This family-friendly gathering will feature decorated trucks filled with candy, food trucks, face painting, a live DJ, and a costume contest, providing entertainment for attendees of all ages.
Simultaneously, the city offers the Howl-o-Ween event for pets at Daffin Park from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This event caters to pet enthusiasts, showcasing local pet vendors, adoption agencies, and a pet costume contest, promoting a fun-filled experience for furry friends and their owners.
Both the Truck-or-Treat and Howl-o-Ween events are free and open to the public, encouraging community participation without any cost barriers. In addition to these events, Savannah will feature a robust lineup of Halloween-themed activities throughout the month.
Additional October Events
The celebrations kick off with The Great Halloween Festival on October 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Habersham Branch YMCA, which will include a costume contest, food trucks, games, and a giant inflatable slide. Following this, on October 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Hilton Head Island Elementary will host its Fall Festival, complete with a haunted house, carnival games, and trick-or-treating opportunities.
Dog lovers can enjoy Wag-O-Ween on October 25-26, featuring dog-themed activities such as trick-or-treating and a photo contest. For those seeking thrills, the Scary in the Dairy event will take place on October 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Pegasus Riding Academy, where visitors can partake in horse rides and haunted hay rides.
The pre-Halloween region will also feature the Spooktacular Disco Dance Extravaganza on October 30 at Kind of Blue, with a 1970’s theme from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. as well as Treat Street on October 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at City Church Savannah, which will host games and food to mark the holiday. Halloween night will also feature the Monster Mash at B&D Burgers from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., featuring a silent disco.
More Activities and Celebrations
For families looking for pumpkin carving fun, the Pumpkins in the Park contest will take place on October 27 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Ridgewood Park, with a $10 entry fee. Several local businesses will participate in themed events, such as a Halloween Bar Crawl on October 25, and A Nightmare on Congress Street pub crawl on October 26 with over $2,000 in prizes.
For those interested in trivia, two events will take place on October 24: the Slasher Movie Pop Quiz at Coastal Empire Beer Co., and the Horror Movie Trivia at B&D Burgers in Pooler. Movie screenings will also feature classics like “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” on October 23 and 24 at Tybee Post Theater, and “Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror” on October 29 at First Presbyterian in Hilton Head.
Community Engagement
The Halloween-themed activities will also include events with community engagement, such as the Halloween with Heroes on October 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Chatham County Sheriff’s Office and various local trunk-or-treat events. A full schedule of activities ensures an immersive Halloween experience, making October an exciting month in Savannah.
With various options for families, pets, and individuals, Savannah’s Halloween festivities promise to create lasting memories filled with fun, laughter, and a hint of fright.
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Additional Resources
- WTOC: Savannah Halloween Events
- Savannah Now: Halloween Festivals
- WSAV: Local Halloween Events
- Courier Anywhere: Halloween Activities
- Augusta Chronicle: Halloween Events
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