Halloween will be here before we know it, and based on the forecast, fall is in full swing, so we combined our Fall Fun Guide and Halloween Happenings into one convenient place just for you! Macaroni Kid is your resource to make it a fun and memorable holiday and season! Start with our list of local PUMPKIN PATCHES and U-PICK FARMS. There's no better way to countdown to Halloween than with these 31 SPOOKY JOKES.
ONGOING
* Fall Festival at Fox Hollow Farm (Thursday - Sunday; September 24- October 30)
* Oxtober Pumpkin Festival at Oxbow Farm (Thursday - Sunday; October 2-30)
* Remlinger Farms Fall Pumpkin Festival (Saturday - Sunday; September 24 - October 30)
* Oxtober Pumpkin Festival at Oxbow Farm (Thursday - Sunday; October 2-30)
* Remlinger Farms Fall Pumpkin Festival (Saturday - Sunday; September 24 - October 30)
OCTOBER
20-22: Snoqualmie's Night on a Dark Trail
21: Boo Bash - Free Family Fun Night
22: Trick-or-Treat on Snoqualmie Ridge
22: Issaquah Goes Apples and Walktober
22: Halloween Storytime at Barnes and Noble
22: Issaquah Family Health and Fitness Fair
22: Issaquah Goes Apples and Walktober
22: Halloween Storytime at Barnes and Noble
22: Issaquah Family Health and Fitness Fair
22-23, 29-30: Halloween Trains with Northwest Railroad Museum
24: Halloween Spooktacular at KidsQuest
28: Downtown Snoqualmie Treat Harvest
28: Halloween Town at Mount Si High School
28: Fall Fun Fest at Issaquah Community Center
28: Halloween Harvest Party at The Little Gym
28: Fall Festival at Eastridge Church
28: Trunk-or-Treat Community Event
29: Snoqualmie's Night on a Dark Trail {NEW DATE ADDED}
29: Halloween Party with Reptile Man at Springfree Trampoline
28: Fall Festival at Eastridge Church
28: Trunk-or-Treat Community Event
29: Snoqualmie's Night on a Dark Trail {NEW DATE ADDED}
29: Halloween Party with Reptile Man at Springfree Trampoline
29: Halloween Carnival at Klahanie
29: Zombie Walk and Thriller Flash Mob on Front Street
29: Reel Frights Film Festival & Costume Contest at North Bend Theatre
29: Halloween Bash at the Brewery {Parents Only}
30: Halloween Trolley Ride
30: Monster Mash
31: Spooky Halloween Workout with Mommy's Fit Zone
31: Trick or Treat in Klahanie
31: Trick-or-Treating at Gilman Village
31: Tricks & Treats Halloween Party at Redmond Town Center
31: Trick or Treat at Red Oak Residence in North Bend
31: Halloween Happening at Sammamish City Hall
29: Reel Frights Film Festival & Costume Contest at North Bend Theatre
29: Halloween Bash at the Brewery {Parents Only}
30: Halloween Trolley Ride
30: Monster Mash
31: Spooky Halloween Workout with Mommy's Fit Zone
31: Trick or Treat in Klahanie
31: Trick-or-Treating at Gilman Village
31: Tricks & Treats Halloween Party at Redmond Town Center
31: Trick or Treat at Red Oak Residence in North Bend
31: Halloween Happening at Sammamish City Hall
If you're willing to drive a little further, there are also plenty of options listed at The Eastside Macaroni Kid and Cherry Valley Macaroni Kid.
GET CREATIVE
HAVE FUN
- Footprint Ghosties are more adorable than spooky and make a great gift for grandparents.
- Make Pumpkin Scented Play Dough because it smells amazing, and it will keep your kids entertained!
- These Halloween Oreo Treats are sure to be crowd-pleasers!
- Enter to win four passes to Night on a Dark Trail by clicking here.
- Watch Mr. Halloweenster Saves the Day with a message that Halloween isn't just about candy; the real fun comes from creativity and imagination, wearing costumes and being silly.
- All you need is a black sharpie to turn ordinary snacks into Lunchbox Treats ... or Tricks!
- Show a little kindness and start the tradition of "Boo"ing a Neighbor
- With our list of Local Pumpkin Patches and U-Pick Farms, you're sure to find the perfect pumpkin!
- Whether it's round or tall, big or small, we've got Pumpkin Carving Tips for you!
- If you'd rather avoid the knives, consider these kid-friendly No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating ideas.
- Teal Pumpkins promote a Happy Halloween for all, especially those with allergies!
DRESS UP
- Making your own costumes gives your little one the creative advantage and there are endless ideas on the internet.
- You can also look at second hand stores such as Small Threads for Kids, Doubletake Vintage, and Value Village in Issaquah as well as nearby The Scarlet Curtain.
- Create or purchase natural face paints; the Recology Store in Gilman Village has a great selection.
TRY A RECIPE
- Try these Fun (GF) Halloween Treats before they disappear!
- Why not serve Dinner-in-a-Pumpkin?
- Lime Toasted Pumpkin Seeds; a new take on an old favorite.
- Make fruit look even sweeter with A Healthy Candy Corn Inspired Treat
STAY SAFE
- Sometimes in all the excitement, we forget to be careful. Here are a few Halloween Safety Tips to review with your kids.
- You don't need to freak out about safety but you do need these tips.
If you're looking for more Fall-inspired crafts, pumpkin carving templates, games, snacks, and more ... check out our Fall & Halloween Pinterest Board.
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