Spooky Family Fun Things to Do This Fall

We’ve got some spooktacular fun things to do this fall in Onslow County, for all ages!  From pumpkin carving, hayrides, haunted corn mazes, costume contests, car races, and more!  We look forward to seeing you this October, #OnlyinOnslow! 👻🎃

Fishstrong Fright Nights

Its time for our annual Fishstrong Fright Nights Haunted Hayride and Walking Trail. As every year, we have changed things up a bit with new scares and frightful attractions that you will not want to miss! There will be food vendors, carnival games, and a pumpkin patch. As always proceeds from the events will go to help North Carolina families that are experiencing life altering illness. The ticket booth opens at 6 pm and closes at 10:30 pm The show itself will begin right around 7:00 pm (dark) and we will not close until all patrons with tickets have gone through. Tickets for the Hayride are $12 per person and ages 5 and under ride for free at parental discretion. There will also be a “fast past” offered for $20 (hayride only). Tickets for the walking trail are $9 per person again children are allowed at parental discretion. Combo tickets are available at the time of original purchase and the cost is $18 for both attractions.

DATE: Every Friday & Saturday from Sept. 27th – October 26th. Plus, special event on Halloween.
TIME: 6:30pm – 10:30pm
LOCATION: 3100 Freedom Way Hubert, NC 28539
ADMISSION: $18 for both attractions
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Haunted Zombie Shoot at Jacksonville Paintball

Are you ready to face the undead?  Our Haunted Zombie Shoot is back, and it’s more terrifying than ever! Battle your way through a haunted house, where you’ll shoot zombies and monsters to save your friends (don’t worry—you won’t be shot at ). Expect jump scares, fog, and strobe lights to keep you on your toes!  See the video here.

But wait, there’s more! 
 S’mores kits for sale
 Cozy fire pits
 Outdoor movie theater (BYO lawn chairs)
 Food trucks to satisfy all your cravings!

DATE: October 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th and November 1st.

TIME: 6:30 – 10:30 pm
LOCATION: 130 Imperial Ln, Jacksonville, NC
ADMISSION: $25
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Plus,  come join us for our fun fall Saturdays on the farm during the month of October. Every Saturday throughout the month (weather permitting) we will have hayrides around the farm, pumpkin picking, live music, and more! Stay tuned for our fall music lineup and more details, we can’t be more excited!

Crystal Coast Ghost

Step into the past and experience the spine-tingling tales that have woven themselves into the very fabric of the history in the Friendly City by the Sea. Our 90 minute walking tour will transport you to a world where spirits linger and stories echo through the ages. Wander through moonlit streets with state of the art paranormal investigation equipment as our expert guides recount chilling anecdotes of the paranormal, bringing the rich past to life. Discover the hidden secrets of haunted locations, where the boundary between the living and the spectral is blurred. Are you ready to walk alongside the ghosts of yesteryear?

DATES: Starts at 7 pm, check booking site for available dates – Book Here

LOCATION: 502 W Church St, Swansboro, NC 28584
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Haunted History Sunset Cruise

Pirates, murder, mayhem…..Oh, the good ole days in Swansboro!! Come out and ride on our Haunted History Cruise. Our Guest speaker will be one of Ward Cemetery’s longest residents, who will fill us in on all the details of our town’s spooky past!!

DATE: October  18, 24, 26 and 30
TIME: 4:45pm – 6:30pm
LOCATION:  301 S Water St, Swansboro, NC
ADMISSION:  Adults $35, Kids $30
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Pogie’s at the Farm Halloween Trail and Fall Events

Pogie’s at the Farm will be offering a family friendly Fall Halloween trail. This trail won’t have jump scares, but will embrace the full spirit of the season. Decorations, lights, props, and characters. Our characters will be friendly witches, “booOooOooing” ghost, and other fun folks. This trail is the for the family first and foremost! Along the trail each night, there will be spots for kids to gather candy and trick-or-treat. WE WILL HAVE PUMPKINS

DATES: 12pm-9pm Friday-Sunday from Sept 27th-Oct 31st

LOCATION: 117 Williams farm Rd. , Maysville, NC 28584
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Don’t miss your chance to be part of a Halloween event that’s as educational as it is entertaining. Join us at Sturgeon City’s Spooktacular for an evening of treats, science, and spooky surprises that are perfect for all ages. Our Spooktacular is infused with science stations that will amaze, educate, and leave you in awe of the supernatural. Are you ready to embark on a Halloween adventure that combines the excitement of trick-or-treating with the wonders of science? Secure your spot for an unforgettable experience!
Tickets are $5 per person. Children 2 and under are free

DATE: October 17
TIME: 6pm – 8pm
LOCATION: 50 Court St, Jacksonville, NC 28540
ADMISSION:  $5
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Not So Spooky Halloween Party @ Zing Zumm Museum

Our Kid-Friendly Halloween Party is creeping up, and it’s going to be a bewitching evening filled with dancing, trick-or-treating, and ghoulishly creative crafts! 

Costumes are a must—come dressed as your favorite monster, superhero, or magical creature!  It’s going to be a Halloween celebration that will make your little goblins howl with delight! Don’t miss out on this spook-tacular event!

DATE: October 24
TIME: 6pm – 8pm
LOCATION: 625 New Bridge Street Jacksonville, NC

COST: $10
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Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade and Pet Costume Contest @ North Topsail Beach

The Town of NTB is holding our Third Annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade and Pet Costume Contest! We would like to give a BIG thank you to our sponsor, Pet Supplies Plus. All pre-registered pets will receive a goody bag from Pet Supplies Plus as well! You will be supporting Share the Table by bringing a non-perishable item to the event and we will have 50/50 cash raffle tickets for purchase that will benefit Paws 4 Purpose. Mark your calendars to come out and spend time with the community for a tail wagging good time!

DATE: October 22
TIME: 5pm – 7pm
LOCATION: 465 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
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Zom-Bee Spooktacular Fun Run