PORTLAND:
SPOOKTACULAR 2026 – Sellwood Community House is bringing back its annual Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 24! Enjoy an afternoon of tricks, treats, and family-friendly festivities from 4–7 PM, with proceeds from treat sales supporting the community house’s after-school programs.
THE FEAR PDX HAUNTED HOUSE – Ready for a good scare? Portland’s massive Halloween attraction features five haunted houses and five terrifying scare zones, all in one location. A perfect weekend adventure for thrill-seekers looking to get into the spooky spirit.
ALTARES Y MUERTOS OPENING PARTY – Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a free community block party at New Deal Distillery on Saturday, October 24! Enjoy live DJ music, dancing, traditional altars, local food, and an afternoon dedicated to art, remembrance, and connection.
PORTLAND THORNS VS. NORTH CAROLINA COURAGE – Cheer on the Portland Thorns as they take on North Carolina Courage at Providence Park on Friday, October 23, at 7 PM. It’s Fan Appreciation Night, making it a great opportunity to enjoy an evening of soccer and Rose City energy!
VANCOUVER:
A MONSTER MASH STAGE SHOW – Get into the Halloween spirit at Vancouver Mall on Saturday, October 24, from 2–4 PM! This free, family-friendly celebration features a live Monster Mash performance, costume contest, character meet-and-greets, dancing, and Halloween crafts. Costumes encouraged!
THE HAUNTED LABORATORY – Looking for a frightfully fun night? This free, walk-through haunted house in Hazel Dell returns October 23–24 from 7–10 PM, featuring creepy experiments, unexpected scares, and plenty of Halloween thrills. Recommended for ages 8 and up!
HALLOWEEN BAZAAR – Shop spooky, one-of-a-kind finds at the Devil-ish Little Things Museum on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM–5 PM! Browse handcrafted ceramics, jewelry, Halloween ornaments, original artwork, and other wonderfully weird treasures from local makers.
THE COAST:
NIGHTMARE ON RIDGE ROAD – Head to the Astoria/Warrenton/Seaside KOA Resort for a weekend of Halloween fun, October 23–25! Enjoy the Haunted Cove on Friday and Saturday nights, plus a Pumpkin Patch Express train, pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, a costume parade, and festive campsite decorations.
SPOOKY SEA STROLL – Dive into some underwater Halloween fun at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport on Saturday, October 24! Explore a spooky tunnel filled with glowing sea creatures, mysterious hydrothermal vents, and deep-sea surprises. The event runs from 4–7 PM, with a kids’ costume contest at 6 PM
CENTRAL OREGON:
BALLET BEND PRESENTS TENTACLE TRIBE – Experience an unforgettable evening of contemporary dance at Bend’s Tower Theatre on October 23–24! Montreal-based Tentacle Tribe makes its American debut with PRISM, a mesmerizing performance featuring mirrored sets, gravity-defying movement, and stunning visual effects, alongside Rebecca Margolick’s BUNKER.
PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST – Get creative at 10 Barrel Brewing’s Eastside location on October 24–25! Carve your best jack-o’-lantern, enjoy some seasonal fun, and see if your masterpiece takes home the prize in this festive Halloween competition.
SCAREGROUNDS HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS – Head to Redmond on October 23–24 for a seriously spooky night! Explore two terrifying haunted attractions, including Juniper Hollow, where a mysterious traveling circus has left an entire town changed forever. Perfect for anyone looking for a good Halloween scare!
YAMHILL COUNTY:
THE HAUNTED PORCH FINAL HAUNT EXPERIENCE – Get ready for a spooky weekend in Newberg! The Haunted Porch returns October 23–24 for its final haunt experience, offering Halloween enthusiasts one last chance to enjoy this neighborhood attraction before the season ends.
NEWBERG ANIMAL SHELTER PET COSTUME CONTEST – Halloween costumes aren’t just for humans! Head to Chehalem Valley Brewing on Sunday, October 25, from 2–4 PM for an adorable afternoon of dressed-up pets, treats, prizes, and plenty of festive fun.
POPULAR ON STREAMING PLATFORMS
BELOW
When a mysterious sea creature terrorizes a small Newfoundland town, a hard-bitten fisherman and his family fight to protect their close-knit community. (Netflix)
VISIONQUEST
With a bounty on his head, Vision must confront his nature and resist Ultron’s influence to survive. (Disney+)
SACRIFICE
During a star-studded charity gala brimming with celebrities, billionaires and empty speeches, a movie star in the midst of an existential crisis is taken hostage by a radical warrior and her devoted followers. As the night descends into chaos, both an inward journey and an outward adventure ensue, where the line between performance and belief, salvation and sacrifice, begins to blur. (Netflix)
