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5 family Halloween events near Richmond with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 3 towns. The earliest to open is Tricks and Treats at Kings Dominion, on September 19. 1 list free admission.
A mile-long glowing path of oversized light displays through Maymont's grounds and Japanese Garden after dark, ending at a village with fire pits and food trucks.
Hanover County's two-night Halloween party for families, with trick-or-treat stations run by local groups, games and costumed characters, one night at each of two parks.
Daytime, no-fright Halloween fun for kids at the park: a trick-or-treat trail, costume contest, dance party and pumpkin decorating, plus family rides.
A day of harvest-season fun in the botanical garden with storytime, live music, fall crafts and comfort food for kids and grown-ups.
One of Virginia's largest free festivals: three days of traditional music and dance from around the world on six stages along Richmond's downtown riverfront.
Garden Glow at Maymont, HarvestFest at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond Folk Festival, SpookyFUN Fest and Tricks and Treats at Kings Dominion. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
The earliest in this guide is Tricks and Treats at Kings Dominion on September 19, 2026.
Garden Glow at Maymont, HarvestFest at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond Folk Festival and SpookyFUN Fest are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Yes: Richmond Folk Festival lists free admission on the official site.
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