Photo by Yaroslav Shuraev
Looking for some not-so-spooky activities this season? These Portland family-friendly Halloween events put an emphasis on fun over fright.
Events range from traditional trick-or-treating to immersive homemade displays to haunted attractions. Peruse the list below and start making fond Halloween memories with your loved ones.
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Portland
Trick-or-Treat Events and Treat Map
Halloween weekend
Looking for trick-or-treat locations? Want to know which neighbors are giving out goodies? Here are two resources for you.
I’ve gathered a list of trick-or-treat events happening throughout the Portland area. Events are scheduled throughout the Halloween weekend.
If you want to stay within walking distance of your home, check out the Halloween treat map. No more second guessing where to go or who is giving out treats. You can see exactly which neighbors are ready to greet you with a bowl of goodies.
The Halloween Treat Map displays a map of your neighborhood with icons stating what surprises each house has in store, including candy, Halloween decorations and dog treats.
Canby Haunt Jr (formerly Scare Fair)
Saturdays in October
The Clackamas County Fairgrounds is transforming from fun to freaky for a few nights of fright in October. Canby Haunt, formerly Clackamas County Scare Fair, is featuring a themed haunted house by Creatures of the Night.
Canby Haunt Jr. takes the scare down a notch. On Saturdays from 7-8 p.m., families with children 12 and under can experience a more brightly lit and friendly haunted house that provides only laughter and delight.
Also, the haunted house lets you choose your level of fright. Each group can change their experience from terrifying to family friendly with the Creature Candle. The Creature Candle makes the monsters scared of you and provides safe passage through the haunted house. If it’s getting a bit too spooky, simply turn on your candle and the monsters will retreat into the shadows. Switch off the light to let the nightmare continue.
Tickets are $20 per person. Canby Haunt Jr is $17 per person. Creature Candles are $6. Parking is free.
The Clackamas County Fairgrounds is located at 694 NE 4th Ave. in Canby.
Photo by Scott Tice
Davis Graveyard
September 30-October 31, 2022
Looking for a totally free attraction? Head to Milwaukie for the Davis Graveyard. Started in 1998, this is a free Halloween display viewed from fence on the creators’ home. Every prop and display seen in the yard is handmade.
The display will be lit every night from September 30-October 31. On week nights, Monday-Thursday, the display will have lights only from dusk to 10 p.m. On Friday and Saturday, the lights and full effects will be on until 11 p.m., and 10 p.m. on Sundays.
Davis Graveyard is located at 8703 SE 43rd Ave. in Milwaukie.
Halloween on Franklin Street
October 1-31, 2022
Head north for this interactive Halloween display in Vancouver. Towering 12-foot skeletons, spooky witches on brooms, tombstones along with lights, music, and special effects come alive every night from 6-9 p.m.
Thursdays are Thriller nights featuring Michael Jackson tunes. Be on the lookout for Jack Skellington on Saturdays.
On October 31, trick-or-treaters can get a special goodie from 5-9 p.m. Check out a full list of local trick-or-treat events.
The Halloween display is located at 4616 NW Franklin Street in Vancouver. It is free to attend.
Kids Monster Fest
October 22-23, 2022
By night, the Veterans Memorial Coliseum transforms into one of the many local haunted houses crawling with haunts and frights for its annual attraction Underhill Haunted House. By day, Kids Monster Fest is opening its doors to little ones under the age of 12 (and scaredy cats of all ages) for a fun, adventurous fall activity without the traditional haunted house terror.
The 2022 Kids Monster Fest is taking place October 22-23 from 12-3 p.m. General admission tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for kids. Children 2 and under attend for free.
Kids Monster Fest is located at Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 N Winning Way in Portland.
Photo courtesy of Rogue Ales and Spirits
Killer Pumpkin Festival
Rogue Ales is hosting a family-friendly Halloween event. Enjoy pumpkin smashing, costume contests, axe throwing, storytelling, pumpkin beer, and costume contests for dogs, kids and adults.
The Killer Pumpkin Festival is Saturday, October 29 from noon to 11 p.m. It is free to attend. Activities and food are available for purchase. Rogue Eastside Pub is located at 928 SE 9th Ave. in Portland.
Mike’s Drive In Halloween Freebie
This deal is available at all three Mike’s locations.
Photo courtesy of Spirit of Halloweentown
Spirit of Halloweentown
September 17-October 31, 2022 (select days)
St. Helens, Oregon, transforms into Halloweentown for a citywide celebration like no other. Partake in family-friendly activities like the Haunted Hotel, spooky shuttle ride, alien interview, meet actors from Halloween-themed movies and shows, more attractions.
The event has all its popular attractions open on Saturdays and Sundays with others open on weekdays, too. Admission ranges from free to $40.
The event starts at the St. Helens Courthouse, 275 Strand St. in St. Helens. Learn more about the 2022 Spirit of Halloweentown.
Photo courtesy of The Pumpkin Display at West Linn
The Pumpkin Display at West Linn
October 15-31, 2022 (select nights)
This home is transforming into a lair fit for a pumpkin king this fall. The Pumpkin Display at West Linn has more than 200 carvings to entertain Halloween lovers of all ages.
This family-friendly Halloween display is open October 15-16, 22-23, and 28-31 from 5-9 p.m. The pumpkin display is at 2885 White Salmon Ct. in West Linn.
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