7 Halloween Towns In Arkansas That Will Terrify And Delight You In The Best Way Possible
By Melanie Johnson|Published October 14, 2022
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I am a nature lover and self-proclaimed foodie wrapped in one package. In my previous life, I was an Accountant, but numbers were boring and writing is the only thing that fuels my soul. So, I write because it's my freedom...it brings me joy. When I'm not writing dope articles for OnlyInYourState, I am writing and editing articles for my online blog on Medium.com. Or, when I get the chance, I am off on a trip with my family chasing waterfalls, or simply exploring the great outdoors. My mantra is to always find the best part of every day and bask in it.
Well, it’s that time of year again. When ghouls, witches, zombies, evil villains, emerge to play tricks or give us some yummy treats. If you love everything Halloween, then you’re in for a treat. We have selected the 7 towns with the best Halloween celebrations in Arkansas that you can’t afford to miss. From zombie walks to street parades to haunted trains, these spooktacular events will terrify and delight you in the best possible way.
We all know that Eureka Springs is one of the quirkiest towns in Arkansas, and each year, the quaint city transforms into a Halloween wonderland. Most of the town will be decorated for Halloween. And zombies, aka the walking dead, will be shuffling through the streets in a one-night event that is sure to please. Read more about the Eureka Springs zombie apocalypse in our previous article. There are also ghost tours, trick or treating, costume parties, and more that you will love.
Van Buren is a historic town known for its gorgeous architectural buildings on Main Street. But on October 29, Main Street will be transformed into a spooky and terrifying zone. Hundreds of zombies, ghosts, ghouls, and more, will line the street for the annual Halloween event hosted by the Old Town Van Buren association. Get the kiddos dressed up in their best costumes for a night of a zombie walk and parades. Vendors will be ready to give out sweet treats to all of them. Find out more about this event by visiting the Facebook page.
Perhaps you’ve heard of Piggott due to its connection to Ernest Hemingway, but did you know it’s home to one of the scariest attractions in Arkansas? The Pumpkin Hollow hosts traditional fall activities like hayrides, pony rides, and corn maze, just to name a few. But on the weekends the farm turns into something from your nightmares. The Horror in the Hollow attraction is not for the faint of heart. It is one of the most terrifying Halloween attractions in Arkansas.
Being one of the largest cities in Arkansas, it’s only fitting that Springdale will have one of the biggest fall celebrations in the state. The annual Ozarktober Fest will kick off on October 8, and Downtown Springdale will host live music, Halloween Haunted Trains, bonfires, train excursions, face painting, and so much more. This is a delightful event for those who are not looking for a frightening Halloween night. To find out more about the events, visit the Facebook page or purchase tickets on the website.
No Halloween is complete without a visit to one of our most beloved cities. And on Halloween, Hot Springs doesn’t disappoint. Every Saturday night in October, Magic Springs, the fun waterpark, will be hosting its haunted attractions that include creepy rides, haunted houses, trick or treat trails, and more. In addition, there will be the epic Glow on the Row Trick-or-Treating event where historic Hot Springs will be lit up with more than 10,000 glow sticks. This is a family friendly event that the kids will absolutely love.
Rogers is perhaps one of the fastest growing cities in Arkansas, but it still has a small town charm. And the town is hosting a slew of Halloween events including the Ghost Walk Tour, which is already sold out. But for the kids, there is an adorable trick or treat planned for them. Participating vendors in the beautiful historic downtown area will be expecting to see the little monsters for the Goblin Candy Crawl. This will be the most adorable, fun, and safe event for the little ones.
When it comes to Halloween, the capital city doesn’t hold back. It is jam packed with lots of events like trick or treating, pumpkin carving parties, haunted houses, Halloween rides, 5k races, and so much more. There’s also a carnival as well as the state fair will be in town. Be ready to have some family-friendly Halloween fun.
The Halloween festivities continues in our state parks with haunted hikes, trick or treating, campground decorating, and so much more. Visit the state park website for more information.
So, what are your plans for Halloween? Do you plan on going to any events in your town? Tell us about it in the comments below.
And don’t forget to check out the upcoming cheese dip competition. The entire family will love this tasty festival.
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