Halloween events in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach 2026
Trick-or-treating, costume parties, pumpkin patches, haunted nights and fall festivals around Pleasure Island, in date order. Each listing links to the organizer's own page, so check there for last-minute changes.
Every week
Pumpkin Patch (Through Oct 31)
Terror at Tiki Point Haunted Mini Golf
Spookeasy at High Tide Lounge (Through Oct 31)
October 2026
Carolina Beach Pier Pumpkin Patch
The beachfront pumpkin patch offers photo spots, with pumpkins and refreshments for sale.
St. Paul's UMC Pumpkin Patch
The church sells pumpkins, and proceeds buy Christmas gifts for local families and Methodist Homes for Children.
Movie Night in the Patch: Haunted Mansion SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT. The pier posted that this movie night is sold out; tickets only, no walk-ins.
Carnival of Carnage (Halloween Carnival at Brewery)
The brewery offers free carnival games and popcorn, a specialty beer release, and drink specials.
Halloween Carnival
This free family carnival features games, prizes, candy, bounce houses, music, and a costume contest.
Carnival of Carnage: Saturday Night
Good Hops Brewing hosts the second night of its Carnival of Carnage Halloween carnival.
Doggy Halloween Costume Party
Fall Festival at Seaside Chapel
The festival includes a bounce house, pumpkin decorating, a car show, a cake walk, a chili cook-off, a hayride, bingo, and free food.
Halloween Golf Cart Extravaganza (7th Annual)
This Island Men fundraiser parade benefits local charities. Participation is free, and donations are accepted.
Halloween Story Time by the Sea
Princesses from Fairytales and Dreams by the Sea lead a costume story time.
Paddle ILM's Witches & Warlocks Paddle
Paddleboarders, kayakers and canoers dress as witches and warlocks for a self-supported group paddle suitable for all skill levels.Paddleboarders, kayakers and canoers dress as witches and warlocks for a self-supported group paddle suitable for all skill levels. Costumes are encouraged, and participants bring their own paddle-powered boat, a life jacket and a whistle. A post-paddle reception follows at Stoked Restaurant.
Pumpkin Beer Tap Takeover and Lid Licking Sauce Tasting
Pumpkin beer tap takeover plus a tasting with Lid Licking Sauce.
Boo! to Trash Beach Cleanup (NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher)
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher holds a beach cleanup at Carolina Beach Pier.The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher holds a beach cleanup at Carolina Beach Pier. The date and place are confirmed on the aquarium calendar, but the 4:00-6:00 PM time comes from a single search summary.
Cider at Sunset
Hot cider (spiked option), hot chocolate, face painting and pumpkin painting.
Halloween Family Storytime (Pleasure Island Library)
Children ages 5 and younger and their caregivers share 25 minutes of Halloween-themed stories, songs, and movement activities.Children ages 5 and younger and their caregivers share 25 minutes of Halloween-themed stories, songs, and movement activities. Library staff build early literacy skills through singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing.
Halloween at Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar hosts a Halloween event.
Pumpkin Painting Party
Postponed one week; new date per Jack Mackerel's.
Spooky Science Storyhour (Pleasure Island Library)
Participants do a spooky science experiment.
Halloween Bourbon Tasting at the Tropical CB
Bourbon tasting with a Halloween theme at The Tropical CB.
Halloween Costume Contest at Silver Dollar
Late-night Halloween costume contest with a $300 purse ($175/$75/$50). Registration runs 10-11:45 PM and the contest starts at midnight.
IB Halloween Party With DJ Nico
Live Music: Laura Ann
Live music in the Lakeside Beer Garden, with $1 off pumpkin beers on tap.
National Night Out: Halloween Edition (Trunk-or-Treat)
The Carolina Beach Police Department's postponed National Night Out returns with a Halloween twist: emergency vehicles from several agencies on…The Carolina Beach Police Department's postponed National Night Out returns with a Halloween twist: emergency vehicles from several agencies on display, trunk-or-treat, candy and safety tips. Costumes are encouraged.
"Scaraoke" Halloween Costume Contest
Karaoke and registration start at 8 PM; registration closes at 9:45 PM; contest at 10 PM; $300 purse.
Alley-Ween at The Dive
The all-ages family fair runs 4:00-7:00 PM with trick-or-treating, carnival games, and vendors, and a kids' costume contest at 7:00 PM.The all-ages family fair runs 4:00-7:00 PM with trick-or-treating, carnival games, and vendors, and a kids' costume contest at 7:00 PM. The 21+ Spirits in the Alley party runs 8:00-11:00 PM with live music by Jam Sandwich, food, spooky cocktails, scary movies, and vendors. A DJ afterparty follows from 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM, with an adult costume contest at midnight.
Family Pre-Trick-or-Treat Party With DJ Disco Johnnie
The Carolina Beach Pier hosts a free, all-ages family party before trick-or-treating at the outdoor Tiki Bar, with music from DJ Disco Johnnie and a…The Carolina Beach Pier hosts a free, all-ages family party before trick-or-treating at the outdoor Tiki Bar, with music from DJ Disco Johnnie and a kids costume contest at 3 PM.
Halloween Costume Party at Hurricane Alley's
The Boardwalk bar hosts a costume party with a DJ and drink specials.
Halloween F45 Workout (F45 Training Monkey Junction)
F45 Training Monkey Junction hosts a costume-friendly Halloween group workout. Registration is through Eventbrite.
Halloween Night Party
Live Music: Jam Sandwich
Jam Sandwich plays live on Halloween night.
Live Music: Tom Choiniere (Halloween)
Live music in the Lakeside Beer Garden, with $4 apple ciders and $5 hot chocolates for kids in costume.Live music in the Lakeside Beer Garden, with $4 apple ciders and $5 hot chocolates for kids in costume. The Veggie Wagon closes early at 6 PM on Halloween.
Spookeasy Late-Night 21+ Ticketed Party With DJ Starrz
A late-night 21-and-over ticketed Spookeasy party with DJ Starrz, indoors in the High Tide Lounge on the third floor of the Carolina Beach Pier.A late-night 21-and-over ticketed Spookeasy party with DJ Starrz, indoors in the High Tide Lounge on the third floor of the Carolina Beach Pier. Tickets are limited and sold at the Tiki Bar. This is separate from the free Thursday-Saturday Spookeasy evenings (6 to 10 PM).
Stoked Halloween Party With DJ Riz
The annual Halloween party features DJ Riz, drink specials, and costume prizes.