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Halloween isn’t fully canceled this year. There are quite a few events happening throughout the Fort Worth area amid the pandemic, so if you're looking for a place to take your little ones, furry friends, or ghoul pals, here's a list of things to do this weekend.
Fall Block & Stock Party
The Funky Town Fridge is hosting a block party, and all they ask for is a donation to stock the community fridge — whether it be produce, canned goods, or other food items to help feed families in need. Costumes are encouraged.
Where: 2308 Vaughn Blvd.
When: Oct. 31, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: Masks and social distancing required.
Six Flags Hallowfest
Six Flags Over Texas is hosting Hallowfest this year, which includes a trick-or-treat trail, costumed characters, and haunted-themed rides. Besides rides and scares, the park will have plenty of seasonal décor perfect for Instagram pictures. Six Flags does enforce a costume policy for all guests (see website for regulations), and the park will be operating at a limited capacity to avoid overcrowding.
Where: 2201 E. Road to Six Flags St., Arlington
When: Weekends through Nov. 1
COVID-19 Guidelines: Guests three years and up required to wear masks; social distancing strictly enforced; multiple alcohol-based hand sanitizer stations located throughout the park.
"Rocky Horror Picture Show" at PIB
Panther Island Brewing's fourth annual showing of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is still happening amid COVID-19. Doors will be opening at noon, and the show starts at 7 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, of course. Table reservations are $30. Contact [email protected] for a reservation.
Where: 501 N. Main St.
When: Oct. 31, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: Masks must be worn any time you’re not seated. All beverages will be poured in single-use cups. Only six people per table.
Fort Worth Halloween 2020 – Revenge of the Rooftop
Free Play Fort Worth is hosting a Halloween party with free rooftop movies, discount arcade games, food and drinks, and more. Admissions are $6 all day, and anyone in costume gets a goody bag. Expect a slate of old-school flicks like "Night of the Living Dead," "House on Haunted Hill," "Voyage to the Planet of the Prehistoric Women," and "Killers from Space."
Where: 1311 Lipscomb St.
When: Oct. 31, 9 a.m. – 1 a.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: All COVID-19 policies in place must be followed.
South Main Spooktacular
The South Main district is hosting a South Main Spooktacular in an effort to provide a safe trick-or-treating option for families. Participating businesses include Leaves Book & Tea Shop, Danette's Urban Oasis, and Morgan Mercantile. There will also be Halloween-themed food and drinks available for purchase, a costume contest, and pop-up market by Witchy Bazaar at Arcadia Coffee.
Where: South Main Village in the Near Southside
When: Oct. 31, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: Did not specify
Tricks and Treats on Crockett Row
Visit The Square (near Mash’d) at Crockett Row for games, socially distanced activities, treat bags, and more.
When: Oct. 31, noon – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Crockett Row at West 7th, North University Drive and West Seventh Street
COVID-19 Guidelines: Did not specify
Howl-O-Ween at MUTTS Canine Cantina
If you’re looking for something to do with your furry friend, MUTTS Canine Cantina in Clearfork is hosting a pup-friendly party. Dress up your dog for the chance to win a prize in the costume contest. The event is free, but you do need to have a day pass. The price varies depending on how many furry friends you’re taking.
When: Oct. 31, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: 5317 Clearfork Main St.
COVID-19 Guidelines: Did not specify
Cutting Edge Haunted House
Known to be one of the best haunted houses in the country with multiple Guinness World Records, Cutting Edge is operating at 50% capacity due to COVID-19, so tickets are limited.
Where: 1701 E. Lancaster Ave.
When: Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: No bags or purses allowed (no lockers available due to COVID-19); masks required; social distancing enforced.
Hangman’s House of Horrors
Located in a mysterious, 100-plus-year-old military base that served as a (rather secretive) helium production plant in the 1900s, Hangman's is another popular Fort Worth destination during Halloween. Tickets and time slots must be reserved in advance via the haunted house's website.
Where: 4400 Blue Mound Road
When: Oct. 31, 8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
COVID-19 Guidelines: Masks required; temperature screenings required before entering.
Countdown to Halloween at The Grand Berry Theater
This indie movie theater is hosting a countdown to Halloween, with a spooky flick showing every night through Oct. 31. Movies include "Trick 'r Treat," "Hocus Pocus," and John Carpenter's "Halloween" on the day itself. Visit the theater's website for tickets and showtimes.
Where: 2712 Weisenberger St.
When: Through Oct. 31
COVID-19 Guidelines: Assigned seats upon entering; mobile ticketing only; masks required.
