Family event
Howloween at the Oregon Zoo
Portland, OR
Two Halloween weekends at the Oregon Zoo for costumed kids, with wildlife activities around the zoo, keeper chats and live entertainment.
- When
- Oct 17, 18, 24 and 25, 2026
- Hours
- 9:30am–4:30pm
Family Halloween Events Near Portland, OR 2026
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4 family Halloween events near Portland, OR with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 3 towns. The earliest to open is Oaks Park Oktoberfest, on September 25. 1 list free admission.
Family event
Spirit of Halloweentown
St. Helens, OR
A Halloween festival in downtown St.
- When
- Select days, Sept 26 to Nov 1, 2026
- Price
- Plaza square and food area free; activities, exhibits and add-ons are ticketed
Fall festival
Oaks Park Oktoberfest
Portland, OR
Three-day German-style fall festival at the riverside amusement park with brats, beer gardens, polka bands and rides for kids.
- When
- Sept 25–27, 2026
- Price
- Gate $4.50–$7.50
Fall festival
West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta
Tualatin, OR
City of Tualatin festival where costumed paddlers race giant hollowed pumpkins on the lake.
- When
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Hours
- 10am to 4pm
- Price
- Free admission
Quick Answers
What family Halloween events are open near Portland, OR in 2026?
Howloween at the Oregon Zoo, Oaks Park Oktoberfest, Spirit of Halloweentown and West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do family Halloween events open near Portland, OR in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is Oaks Park Oktoberfest on September 25, 2026.
What Halloween events near Portland, OR are not scary at all?
Howloween at the Oregon Zoo, Oaks Park Oktoberfest and West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Are there free family Halloween events near Portland, OR?
Yes: West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta lists free admission on the official site.
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