As Halloween draws near, many of us will be looking for fun seasonal activities. As a family photographer, I know that kid-friendly activities are top of the list. But sometimes it is fun to get out for date night and what better way to do that this season than at a scary haunted house? Either way, check out these fun Chesapeake Halloween events coming up this year!
Always a family favorite, you can count on Chesapeake to be there for all your pumpkin patch needs. As a community with a vibrant farming background, Chesapeake boasts many family-owned farm stands and historic farms to visit. For more information on the best local pumpkin patches, check out this blog post about Chesapeake pumpkin patches.
Another family-friendly Chesapeake Halloween event, trunk-or-treats are a staple of the season! Get your kiddos dressed in their Halloween costumes and experience a safe trick-or-treating option. The best part? Many of these events are held before Halloween and at reasonable times, perfect for families with littles! Check out these big ones happening in Chesapeake:
845 S Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Taking place on October 27, the trunk-or-treat at Big Ugly Brewing will be more of a Halloween party than other events. Along with trunk-or-treat you will get to enjoy live music, pumpkin carving and other activities!
1725 Debaun Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23320
If you are a car family, this event is for you. On October 19, Bubba’s 33 will be teaming up with The Mustang and Ford Association of Virginia to bring a truly unique trunk-or-treat experience to the city. Enjoy vendors as well as food from the restaurant while you are there!
1737 South Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23322
On October 20th, the MKL Produce farm market will be hosting a traditional trunk-or-treat. The event is open to the public, and they are even inviting volunteers who would like to decorate their trunks and participate. Additionally, the farm stand Halloween events in Chesapeake, VA!
1775 Historic Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Hosted by the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum, this will be a fun family-friendly Halloween event in Chesapeake. Along with trick or treating, your kids will also get to do fun crafts and an activity booklet. They will even have a photography experience set up. Using a greenscreen, you will be able to create a fun Halloween family photo. Wear your costumes and join in the fun!
Chesapeake Central Library, 928 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
For a more adult-friendly Chesapeake Halloween event, check out Monster Fest. This is an annual event for fans of classic horror film and literature. Meet special guests, participate in a costume contest, even take kids who are interested in attending trick-or-treating in their costumes!
225 Sign Pine Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
An annual event, the Haunting at Greenbrier farms is perfect for fans of haunted houses! This is an adult-friendly nighttime event that is sure to help you get in the Halloween spirit. Their corn maze is a mile long and filled with scary sights and frights.
1905 South Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23320
And, for a truly scary experience, check out Frightmare. One of the top haunted experiences in the country, this Halloween event is definitely for adults only. Beware, this event is known to be graphic and intense!
As a Chesapeake photographer and mother myself, I know the Halloween season is filled with all sorts of fun activities. Be sure to check out these Chesapeake Halloween events and let me know what you think!