Ultimate Guide to Halloween Events in Birmingham

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Can you believe Halloween is nearly here? I am so excited to go to a pumpkin patch and trick or treating! There is no shortage of Halloween events in Birmingham. Check them out below! Our events calendar is here for all other events.

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October 22 - October 31

Fall Craft Fair 2023 at Chelsea Community Center

October 28, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chelsea Community Center
11101 Chelsea Road
Chelsea, AL 35043 United States
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Join us for the 2023 Fall Craft Fair! We will have over 50 vendors, food trucks and giveaways!

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Old Baker Farm Festival Weekend

October 28, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Old Baker Farm
1041 Farmingdale Rd
Harpersville, AL 35078
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Come make some memories at Old Baker Farm's Farm Festival Weekend! Ride a hayride to the pumpkin patch (pumpkins are free with admission!), browse the many vendors and indulge in food from the food trucks!  There will also be live music, a petting zoo (pony rides are $5!) and even an 1800's inspired carnival! You won't want to miss out on the excitement!

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Hoots & Howls at Birmingham Zoo

October 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road
Birmingham, AL 35223 United States
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Calling all ghouls and goblins, it’s time to trick-or-treat around the Zoo at our annual Hoots & Howls events! Join us for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Zoo! Wear your costumes and trick-or-treat around the Candy Trail, join the DJ for a Monster Mash dance party on Henley Lawn, take a ride on the Red Diamond Express Train and Protective Life Carousel, Climb on up our Full Moon BBQ Spider Climber Adventure Tower, meet animals of all shapes and sizes, and play yard games on Henley Lawn! WHEN:  10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday the last 3 weekends in October (14-15, 21-22, 28-29) DAILY EVENT SCHEDULE

  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Star Wars 501st Legion (Zoo Wide) – Only October 21st
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Face Painting (Henley Lawn) – October 14th, 15th, 28th, and 29th
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monster Mash DJ (Henley Lawn) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Education Stations (Located throughout the Zoo) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Birmingham Mobile Library (Chipangali Research Station) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 11:00 a.m. Elephant Keeper Chats – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 11:00 a.m. Reptile Feeding (East Gallery) – Every Saturday
  • 11:00 a.m. Snake Feeding (West Gallery) – Every Sunday
  • 11:15 a.m./2:15 p.m. Ambassador Animals (Henley Lawn) – Every Saturday/Sunday
Valid for Hoots & Howls days only: Oct 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
  • Ride tickets stop being sold at 4:00 p.m.
  • Train, Adventure Tower, and Carousel are open from 9:00 a.m. until 4:45 p.m.
  • Candy Trail is open from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

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15th Annual Fall Festival

October 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Buck Creek Trail
701 6th Ave SW
Alabaster, AL 35007 United States
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Alabaster's 15th Annual Fall Festival is Saturday, October 28, from 10 am - 3 pm on Buck Creek Trail. Featured are several art and craft vendors, live music, food trucks, games and more. Don't forget your treat bags for lots of candy!

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Halloween in the Heights 2023

October 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cahaba Heights
Vestavia Hills, AL 35243 United States + Google Map

Trick or Treat with the Cahaba Heights Businesses all day, Saturday October 28, 2023 from 10-5PM. The Businesses will be full of Treats for the entire family. The CH Witches Ride is Back! After Party at the Heights Village with Live Music on the Patio, Mr. Larry the Balloon Guy & The VH Library in the Forest bringing more Kids activities.

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Owl-O-Ween at Alabama Wildlife Center

October 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Alabama Wildlife Center
100 Terrace Drive
Pelham, AL 35124 United States
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Join us for a bewitching celebration of nature and Halloween at Owl-O-Ween! Discover the mysterious world of owls, learn their captivating stories, and uncover the "spooky" superstitions that surround these fascinating creatures in cultures around the globe. It's a day of education, entertainment, and enchantment for the whole family. Costumes: Kids are encouraged to come dressed in their enchanting costumes, adding a touch of magic to the day's festivities. 10:00 AM - Morning Owl Show: Get ready for a mesmerizing encounter with our majestic feathered friends. Witness their silent flight and learn about their unique characteristics. 12:00 PM - Treetop Nature Trail Boardwalk Tour: Embark on a guided tour through the enchanting Treetop Nature Trail Boardwalk. Explore the lush, natural surroundings and discover the hidden wonders of the forest, and learn all about our resident ambassadors that call TNT home. 2:00 PM - Afternoon Owl Show: The owls return for an encore performance! Marvel at their grace and beauty as they take center stage once more. 4:00 PM - Treetop Nature Trail Boardwalk Tour: Another chance to delve into the secrets of the forest and our resident ambassadors on our guided boardwalk tour. Arts and Crafts Booth: Children can unleash their creativity at an arts and crafts booth, where they can make their own magical creations to take home as souvenirs of the day. Fun and Games: There will be a range of exciting games for children to enjoy, adding an extra layer of fun to this unforgettable event. Donations and Wishlist: While your presence is gift enough, we kindly invite you to support our mission by making donations or fulfilling items from our wishlist. Your generosity ensures the well-being of Alabama's native birds. Join us at Owl-O-Ween and be part of a Halloween celebration like no other. The Alabama Wildlife Center has been dedicated to protecting Alabama's native birds for over 45 years, and your presence and support help us continue this important work. Get ready to embrace the enchantment and magic of owls at Owl-O-Ween!

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Montevallo Art Stalk on Main 2023

October 28, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Downtown Montevallo
Main St.
Montevallo, AL 35115 United States
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Come to the annual arts festival on Montevallo's historic Main Street! Family-friendly event where you are guaranteed to see something new from up to 100 artists, craftspersons, makers, and performers. Shop from temporary vendors and permanent Montevallo merchants and restaurants, enjoy a music line-up sponsored by Montevallo Main Street, and enjoy the friendly and funky City of Montevallo vibe!

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Pugs and Pumpkins 2023 at Oak Mountain State Park

October 28, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Oak Mountain State Park
200 Terrace Dr
Pelham, Alabama 35124
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Alabama Pug Rescue and Adoption Inc presents Pugs and Pumpkins at Oak Mountain State Park Fishing Center. This event includes a silent auction, games, a pie-eating contest, a costume contest and pictures with Santa.

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Halloween Fairyland at Tannehill State Park

October 28, 2023 @ 11:00 am
Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park
12632 Confederate Pkwy
McCalla, AL 35111 United States
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The Tannehill Halloween Fairyland, a non-scary fun-filled holiday event focused on the campgrounds, annually attracts over 6,000 visitors, most of them children. Begun in 1992, the Halloween event features park-sponsored programs during the afternoon and traditional Halloween candy "trick or treat" stops at more than 200 campsites during the evening. Park events include moonwalks, face painting, balloon animals, a bungee jump, along with a train rides for a small additional charge. A special tradition is the festival’s annual Halloween Festival T-shirt. Campground site decorations and lights are extensive, creative and surreal. The event is from 11 am - 4 pm. Trick-or-treating starts at 5 pm!

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Franks N’ Steins at Cahaba Brewing Company

October 28, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Cahaba Brewing
4500 5th Ave South Building C
Birmingham, AL 35222
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What better way to celebrate Octoberfest and Halloween than spending an afternoon with Libby’s Friends at Cahaba Brewing Company? Please join us for Franks N’ Steins, an event that will prove to be fun for your entire family. From costume contests, to stein hoisting and hot dog eating competitions, the energy will be palpable. Bring your family to enjoy trick or treating, antique fire trucks, live music, a bounce house and more as we work to raise money for Libby’s Friends, a non-profit that aims to ease the financial burden for families living with a disability. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Franks N’ Steins!

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ArtPlay Halloween Family Spooktacular

October 28, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
UAB’s ArtPlay
1006 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35205 United States
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There’s a chill in the air, and the time is right to get a little spooky at the ArtPlay House! Join us for our annual Halloween Bash! We will have treats, music, dancing and a visual art activity or three. Wear your favorite costume, and don’t forget to bring the entire family to this FREE, fun, and festive party.

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Halloween Kitty Kat Story Time

October 28, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm
The Lotus Catfe
7895 Highway 119 Suite 5
Alabaster, AL 35007 United States
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Come enjoy "Moonlight the Halloween Cat" while hanging out with the cats for this special Saturday story time! Kids will also be able to paint a cat mask to take home. There are limited masks available, so don't forget to sign up!

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Alabaster Jubilee

October 28, 2023 @ 2:00 pm
Alabaster Municipal Complex Grounds
1953 Municipal Way
Alabaster, AL 35007 United States
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The Alabaster Arts Council is excited to announce Alabaster Jubilee #3, which will be headlined by country duo, Thompson Square. The event will begin at 2 PM on Saturday, October 28, at the green space around the old Siluria water tower, on the grounds of Alabaster’s municipal complex at 1953 Municipal Way. This event will immediately follow Alabaster Fall Festival, on the same grounds. ADMISSION IS FREE! Just bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

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Fall Festival at Shades Crest Baptist Church

October 28, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Shades Crest Baptist Church
425 Park Ave
Hoover, AL 35226 United States
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Save the date for the Fall Festival at Shades Crest Baptist Church!

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2023 Haunt the Hills

October 28, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
Wald Park
2521 Waldridge Road
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Our second annual Haunt the Hills Trick-or-Treat Night will be on Saturday, October 28 on the Grand Lawn at Wald Park with festivities starting at 4:30 pm! Sponsor businesses will be setting up booths on the Lawn to give out candy and other promotional information. We'll also be having inflatables, music, and costume and pumpkin carving contests. We'll finish off the night with a Halloween movie.

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Witches Ride

October 28, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
Moody Civic Center
200 Civic Center Drive
Moody, 35004 United States
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The first-ever Witches Ride starts at Moody Civic Center and ends at Moody City Park. Advanced registration is required. Entrants must be 16 years old or older and entrants under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian present at check-in. This event is rain or shine! The Moody Spooktacular Town Bash will immediately follow the Witches Ride.

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Moody Town Spooktacular

October 28, 2023 @ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Moody City Park
670 Park Ave
Moody, AL 35004 United States
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This event immediately follows the Witches Ride. Watch the witches fly through the streets, then enjoy trunk or treat, food trucks, bounce houses and more!

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Old Baker Farm Festival Weekend

October 29, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Old Baker Farm
1041 Farmingdale Rd
Harpersville, AL 35078
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Come make some memories at Old Baker Farm's Farm Festival Weekend! Ride a hayride to the pumpkin patch (pumpkins are free with admission!), browse the many vendors and indulge in food from the food trucks!  There will also be live music, a petting zoo (pony rides are $5!) and even an 1800's inspired carnival! You won't want to miss out on the excitement!

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Hoots & Howls at Birmingham Zoo

October 29, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road
Birmingham, AL 35223 United States
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Calling all ghouls and goblins, it’s time to trick-or-treat around the Zoo at our annual Hoots & Howls events! Join us for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Zoo! Wear your costumes and trick-or-treat around the Candy Trail, join the DJ for a Monster Mash dance party on Henley Lawn, take a ride on the Red Diamond Express Train and Protective Life Carousel, Climb on up our Full Moon BBQ Spider Climber Adventure Tower, meet animals of all shapes and sizes, and play yard games on Henley Lawn! WHEN:  10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday the last 3 weekends in October (14-15, 21-22, 28-29) DAILY EVENT SCHEDULE

  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Star Wars 501st Legion (Zoo Wide) – Only October 21st
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Face Painting (Henley Lawn) – October 14th, 15th, 28th, and 29th
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monster Mash DJ (Henley Lawn) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Education Stations (Located throughout the Zoo) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Birmingham Mobile Library (Chipangali Research Station) – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 11:00 a.m. Elephant Keeper Chats – Every Saturday/Sunday
  • 11:00 a.m. Reptile Feeding (East Gallery) – Every Saturday
  • 11:00 a.m. Snake Feeding (West Gallery) – Every Sunday
  • 11:15 a.m./2:15 p.m. Ambassador Animals (Henley Lawn) – Every Saturday/Sunday
Valid for Hoots & Howls days only: Oct 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
  • Ride tickets stop being sold at 4:00 p.m.
  • Train, Adventure Tower, and Carousel are open from 9:00 a.m. until 4:45 p.m.
  • Candy Trail is open from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

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The Birmingham Flea at Cahaba Brewing

October 29, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Cahaba Brewing
4500 5th Ave South Building C
Birmingham, AL 35222
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We are so excited for the inaugural event of the flea on 10/29 at Cahaba Brewing. Expect over 40 amazing vendors from all over the southeast who all come with their own points of view. We will have vintage home goods, art, antiques, clothes, knick knacks, jewelry, hats, up-cycled goods made from vintage materials, and accessories. Something for everyone. It is a family friendly event with trick or treating and food trucks. Please come show your support so that we can have a vintage event in Birmingham showcasing the best of the best. The event is free, and runs 12:30-6 pm on 10/29. Thanks to Birmingham Mountain Radio and Cahaba Brewing for sponsoring the event.

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Barking at the Moon Festival at Fultondale Bark Park

October 29, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fultondale Bark Park
2408 Stouts Road
Fultondale, AL 35068 United States
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It’s that time again for the Annual Barking at the Moon Festival! Grab those costumes and candy bags for a day full of fun for the family and fur babies.

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Dog Days Pup o Ween – Pup Trunk or Treat

October 29, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dog Days of Birmingham
112 18th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35203 United States
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Halloween is fast approaching, and we want to make sure our pups have their own good time Trick or Treating! We will be hosting a pup Trunk or Treat in the parking lot next to Dog Days on Sunday October 29, 1-4PM. Bring your pup in their costumes for a picture that will be entered into a costume contest online for a chance to win free daycare days! 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place awards! These will be put up on Dog Days Facebook for voting! We will run this a few days past Halloween to give people time to vote!

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Huffman United Methodist Church’s Annual Pumpkin Palooza

October 29, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Huffman United Methodist Church
711 Gene Reed Road
Birmingham, AL 35235 United States
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The Dart Family Farm will be at the event with their mobile learning farm. There will also be a food truck, as well as candy, treats and pumpkins. Feel free to dress up!

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Fall Fest at Valleydale Church

October 29, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Valleydale Church
2324 Valleydale Road
Birmingham, AL 35244 United States
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Free Community Event Rides, trunk or treat, food trucks, inflatables, a hay ride and more!

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Homewood Fall Festival

October 29, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Homewood Church of Christ
265 West Oxmoor Road
Birmingham, AL 35209 United States
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Join us on October 29th from 4-6 PM for a FREE Fall Festival that's fun for the whole family! We will have fun games, delicious food, live musical entertainment, and Trunk or Treat! Bring your friends and neighbors and let's celebrate the season together.

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Spooky Skate

October 29, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Pelham Civic Complex
500 Amphitheater Road
Pelham, Alabama 35124
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Join us for our family-friendly Halloween public skate at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. There will be costume contests, prizes, and more fun for the whole family! Visit our booth at the Fall Fun Fest in Pelham City Park on Sunday October 22, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:30 pm for public skate discount coupons and special guest appearances!

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Movie In The Park

October 29, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
CityWalk Bham
Between 15th North and 25th North streets , Birmingham, AL, United States, Alabama + Google Map

Join us for a magical evening under the stars as we present our Monthly Movie in the Park! This exciting community gathering aims to bring families, friends, and neighbors together for an unforgettable outdoor movie experience while supporting Project EMS's initiatives.

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Trunk or Treat at East Pinson Valley Recreation Center

October 30, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
East Pinson Valley Recreation Center
3000 Jefferson State Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35215 United States
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Save the date for the trunk or treat! Call 205-297-8102 to register.

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Trick or Treat at the Hoover Public Library

October 31, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Hoover Public Library
200 Municipal Drive
Hoover, AL 35216
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Trick or treat in the library all day!

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Drop-In Trick or Treat at the Library at North Shelby Library

October 31, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242 United States
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Come by the library Halloween and drop by each department to trick or treat between 10-5:30. We'll provide candy and allergy friendly non-candy options. Costumes encouraged but not required. See you there!

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Chick or Treat at Chick-fil-A Helena

October 31, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Chick-fil-A Helena
2432 Helena Rd
Helena, AL 35080 United States
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Experience fun games, giveaways courtesy of HPD, explore the Helena service vehicles and little ones in costumes will delight in a complimentary cookie!

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Trunk or Treat at Birmingham Police Department – East Precinct

October 31, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Birmingham Police Department – East Precinct
600 Red Lane Road
Birmingham, AL 35206 United States
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There will be food, games and candy while supplies last!

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Fall Festival at the Branch at Mission Hills

October 31, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Branch at Mission Hills
1669 Mission Hills Rd
Alabaster, AL 35007 United States
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Save the date for the Fall Festival at the Branch at Mission Hills!

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Spookfest 2023

October 31, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Hoover Metropolitan Complex
5508 Stadium Trace Parkway
Hoover, AL 35244 United States
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Join us for a fantastic Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating, inflatables, airbrush artists, and more—all completely free of charge! This will take place in the Hoover Met Complex RV lot on October 31st 5:30-8:00pm.

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Vulcan’s Spooktacular

October 31, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Vulcan Park & Museum
1701 Valley View Drive
Birmingham, AL 35209
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Join Vulcan Park & Museum on Tuesday, October 31 from 6:00P- 8:00P for Vulcan’s Spooktacular. There will be trick or treating, photo stations, a costume contest, free popcorn, music & MORE! Our leashed furry friends are also invited so bring them out in their costumes for a treat. Tickets are $6 for ages 12 and up, $5 for ages 12-5, and kids 4 and under are FREE. Admission is free for Vulcan Park & Museum members and includes entrance to the festivities, and the museum. Wine and beer will be available for purchase for those ages 21 and over.

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Kristina is an Alabama native who came to Birmingham in 2005 for college (has it really been 15 years?!). She had lived in Muscle Shoals her whole life up until that point. After graduating from UAB in 2009 with a degree in journalism and a minor in music, she married Paul in 2011. Paul has worked in the tech industry since 2009. Kristina has had several jobs in the area - everything from banking, veterinary medicine and receptionist. She most recently worked from home as low-level tech support. Kristina and Paul had the biggest surprise of their lives when they went in for the first 8-week ultrasound and found out that they were expecting "spontaneous" twins! Everything was going to change already, but they had to multiply it by two! Two girls, Elle and June, were born in July 2019 and nothing has been the same since. Kristina is now a stay-at-home mom to Elle and June and it has been the most rewarding job of all! Kristina, Paul, Elle and June make home in Alabaster, where you can usually find them on the weekends. They like going around to the things in the area, such as shopping and going on walks in the park. The babies are famous - neither Kristina or Paul can go anywhere alone without people asking about the twins!