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Haunted Houses and Halloween events South of Boston 2012

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Halloween will be here before you know it!  Here are Halloween activities on the South Shore including Haunted Houses, Not so scary kids activities, treating or treating special events!   We will be adding  Halloween things to do  as we find out about them!  Please share on our facebook page if you see something listed.

 

Haunted Houses South of Boston

The Haunted Ship at the USS Salem in Quincy MA

Who needs a haunted house when you had a haunted Ship! The Haunted Ship is open on the Dates in Green from September 30th through October 31st  TICKETS go on sale at 6:30 PM and Stop at 9:30PM Ghost Tours after 10PM need to have reservations made in advance. You can contact us at 617-479-7900 Kids Days A kid friendly lights on tour for families will be a special event on  weekends Oct 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th Noon-4pm.

 

Barrett’s Haunted Mansion Abington MA

Located in Abington on Route 18 at Abington Ale House!  They change the house every year so you go!   Open Friday, Saturday nights starting Sept 21rd and expanding hours starting Oct 18th.   Tickets are $18 cash only They also have lights on Tour Saturdays in October from 2-4pm.  Discount  coupons as well as free admission with a valid military id  Sunday through Thursdays in October.

Lakeville Haunted House  Lakeville MA

Face your fears at Lakeville Haunted house some scary stuff there. Tickets are $15.00 per person.  Open Friday and Saturday nights  starting on October 12th.

Asylum Of Horror  Haunted House Fall River MA

2012  Season – 12th Year in providing ULTIMATE HORROR!! Popular and Scariest Haunted House Attraction  Located In Historic Fall River, MA  Close to Battle Ship Cove Open every Halloween Season starting September 28h Friday through Sunday nights  Tickets are  $17

Factory of Terror  Fall River MA

35 rooms in this factory are haunted  in Fall River  Lots of scariness they have affiliations with some of the theme parks in Orlando!  So be prepared to be scared.  Tickets $20. $2.00 off coupon available Sunday thru  Thursday.   Open now in September on  Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings   with Thursday through Sunday hours starting Oct 18th.

GHOST HUNTERS TOUR Plymouth

Dead of night tours Walk the paths of Burial Hill, Plymouth’s oldest cemetery. We offer four exciting tours, our famous twilight lantern ghost tour, our daytime history tour, our Sunset cemetery tour, and our fun scavenger hunt tour. Join us as we explore the haunted paths of Plymouth. This tour is designed for beginner paranormal investigators. Bring your Flashlights, camera, tape recorders, any other equipment you may have and lets go ghost hunting. Let us take you to the Most haunted places to explore. 1 hour. 9:30- 10;30 pm. reservations required. nightly month of October.

ORPHEUM HOUSE OF HORRORS Foxboro MA

OPENING OCTOBER 5, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. Every Friday and Saturday in October . Tickets  $18

Kid friendly haunted house Lights on  Sundays in October starting Oct 7th 1-3pm Tickets $8.00

Winslow Farm Haunted trails Norton MA

Children Friendly Haunted Trails

Fridays & Saturdays (October 6, 12,13, 19, 20, 26, 27) 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Age appropriate Halloween movies will be showing on our big outdoor screen

Saturdays & Sundays (October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28) Noon – 5pm.
Monday (October 8) Noon – 5:00pm
Pumpkin painting and refreshments

Adults Only Haunting In The Woods

Admission $13.00
R-rated trail for adults only
Haunted Alliance is returning this October with its scarier than ever R rated trail.
This trail is not recommended for children.
Fridays & Saturdays
(October 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27)
7:00pm – 9:30pm

Mansfield MA Haunted Hollows

Open Friday and Saturday Nights October 19 and 20, 26 and 27 November 2 and 3  $10 a ticket

The Hidden Hotel Haunted House in Canton MA

the clock strikes 6 p.m., gather up your buds and hold hands as you venture through the hotel grounds, and get ready for ghastly ghouls and sinister spooks that might linger at every bend. Stop by on weekends and select weekdays in October, and brave the moonlit night to find out what makes The Hidden Hotel the scariest haunted house experience in the Bay State. Tickets are $18.

Ghoulie Manor  Taunton MA

Ghoulie Manor is located at the Silver City Galleria Mall in Taunton ownspeople are vanishing without a trace. Dark rumors surround the Goulet family manor. Is the family responsible for the disappearances or is it the house? Find out for yourself why the locals call it Ghoulie Manor.  Ghoulie Manor contains more than 20 rooms of sheer horror as well as the nightmares that dwell on its grounds. If you’re looking for a good scare you’ve found it. But be warned:   Open weekends Starting September 28th Friday, Saturday  and Sunday  and Thursday October 18th and 25th. Tickets are $15.00

Haunting for the Shriners Hospitals for Children  Fairhaven MA

Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October

 

The Haunted Rail Yard Fall River

Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights  Admission is $5.00

7-1-5 Haunted House  Stoughton MA

ADMISSION: $8.00/Ticket Credit card accepted Cheapest Haunted House around!
Friday October 12th will be our opening night this year. Starting then we’ll be open every weekend for the remainder of October. Friday night, Saturday night, and Sunday night ( October 12 – 14 : October 19-21 : October 26 – 28 )

Classic horror movies will also be shown throughout the night outside.   So if your family or friends get too scared to enter the house. They can
enjoy a movie while you test your own fears

Haunted Hayrides at Hiden Pond Derby Street Hingham MA

Thursday October 18th to Sunday October 21st and Thursday October 25th to Sunday October 28th 7-8:30pm.  Tickets are $1.00 and benefit the Intefaith social services in Quincy.

Sunday October 28th

Halloween party and trick or treat 11am-1pm at Magic Beans

Doggy costume Contest  1pm in front of REI to benefit New England Arts for animals

 

Not so Scarey Halloween and Trick or Treat Events for kids and families on the South Shore

Boo at the Zoo Buttonwood Zoo in New Bedford

October 12-14, 19-21, and 26-28, 2012

Cost: ZOO MEMBERS: $8/adult; $5/child.

NON-MEMBERS: $13/adult; $10/child. Children under 3 are free!

There’s enough thrills and chills for everyone at Boo at the Zoo! Check out all our frights and sights this October! Join us at Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun!  Rides are now included in the price. Climb aboard for a spoooooky train ride or take a bewitching carousel ride! Activities and slightly scary fun for all ages!  Walk through our Friendly Enchanted Forest or go through our hay maze.  Looking for something a little less merry and a little more scary?  Dare to walk our Haunted Trail (Best for ages 12+)

South Shore science center Norwell MA Halloween Howl!

Saturday October 27th; 5:30pm-8:30pm $6 M/$8 NM Per Child (Accompanied by an Adult)

Drop-In program; guided walks, activities and carving ongoing Join us for some ghoulish glee and a not too scary night of family fun. Activities include a pumpkin carving station, children’s activities, and a walk through our decorated “Spooky Woods” and decorated EcoZone museum. Wear a costume if you would like and bring a pumpkin to carve.

Castle Island Children’s Magical Halloween Castle Dorchester MA

Saturday & Sunday, October 27  & 28  12-4pm

Harry Potter Halloween Party  Quincy MA

 Please join us on  Saturday  October 27th at 1 pm at the Quincy Community United Methodist Church, 40 Beale Street, Quincy for the 8th Annual Harry Potter Halloween Party! Walk the halls of Hogwarts, participate in a Sorting Ceremony, attend Magical Classes and join us in a Halloween Treats Feast! Children 4 and under are free and all children must be accompanied by an adult. RSVPs a necessity, so call 617-773-6853 to reserve your spot today (we sell out)! Check out  a youtube video  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2XU8L7kAbw

Boo Bash at South Shore Plaza in Braintree 

Saturday, October 27th 2012  from 12p-3p in Center Court, Level One, in front of Macy’s. Bring the kids (costumes encouraged!) for a fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween party: Come for an afternoon of Mask Making, Face Painting, Halloween Party Tunes, and more! And don’t forget to have your child’s picture professionally taken at our Special Halloween Photo Set-up!

Paragon Carousel Park Halloween Party in Hull

SPOOKTACULAR” HALLOWEEN PARTY AND COSTUME CONTEST! Sunday, October 28th 12-3pm

Tot Plex Canton Halloween Carnival

Trick or Treat Marshfield Center

Join us for our 2nd  annual Trick-or-Treat Marshfield Center!
Many local business will be giving away treats. Look for the pumpkin in their windows to know who is participating. Some businesses will also be providing a service or activity in addition!  Saturday October 27th 1-6pm.

Hanover Mall Trick or Treat  

Hanover Mall invites children to participate in Halloween treat night on Wednesday, October 31, from 5-7pm. Children must be in costume and accompanied by an adult. Kids will be treated by each retail store

Silver City Galleria Halloween Festival Taunton MA

Come to our Fall Festival on Sunday, October 28th from 1-5pm.
Here are the activities!
– 1-3pm Performance by The Toe Jam Puppet Band.
– 3-5pm Mall Wide Trick – Or -Treating.
– 3-5pm Dance Party with DJ Tad center court.
– Arts and Crafts in center court.
– Balloon Animals in center court.
– Guess how many chocolates are in the bowl for a chance to win a goody basket.
– First 500 children will receive a treat bag from the mall.

Westgate Mall Brockton MA trick or treat 

Wednesday, October 31st at 5pm. Visit Center Court for your Trick or Treat bag and candy. Each participating child is requested to bring a canned food item for donation to the Salvation Army. Look for balloons at participating stores. All elements of the event are first come first serve, while supplies last.

Not so scary Halloween Island Grove Abington MA

Members of Abington Lions Club and numerous “Not So Scary Friends” are continuing a tradition that began last year and are cooperating to sponsor a “Not So Scary Night” at Island Grove at the Eager Beaver Day campsite, from 3 to 8 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 20. In the event of inclement weather the activity will take place Sunday, Oct. 21, at the same time.

Rock paper scissors toy store in Duxbury Halloween party

Save the date for our Spooky Fun Saturday, October 27th from 10am to 12 noon at Rock Paper Scissors. Have some fun playing games with Luke who is visiting from Blue Orange Toys, get some freaky temporary tattoos and fun face painting.

CupCake Mojo  Spooktaluar  Cupcake decorating party Weymouth

Sunday October 21st  1;30-3:00 Join the Mojo Crew and a Ghoulish few and learn how to decorate your very own creepy cupcakes!!!
Party includes 2 cupcakes to decorate, beverage, costume contest & Halloween games. RSVP!

 

Halloween Party at The Preschool on Wheels Learning Center! Norwell

We are planning a fun filled hour of Halloween fun. Put on your costumes and join us for music, crafts and story time.
This event is open to children ages 3-6 It will be held on Thursday October 25 from 9:30-10:30a.m. and 1:00-2:00p.m. The cost is $10 per child and space is limited. Please email us atteachers@preschoolonwheels.com to register.

Haunted House Night at the Old Colony YMCA Stoughton MA,

YMCA 445 Central St., Stoughton, from Friday October 26th 6 to 8 p.m. for kids ages 6-13. Games, activities, foods and other activities. Admission is $5 for members and $8 for nonmembers. Call 781-341-2016.

Spootacular Kids hallowen party Brockton MA

ARTS at Christ Church will hold a free Spooktacular event at 5 p.m. at the church, 1350 Pleasant St., Brockton. The event will feature the “Phantom of the Organ,” a “Haunted Corridor,” spooky songs, snacks, crafts and gifts. Attend in costume. For more information, call Philip at 508-586-3022.

 

Trick or treating at St. Joseph Manor Brockton

Trick or Treat will held Saturday OCtober 27th 2 to 4 p.m. at its facility, 215 Thatcher St., Brockton. Event features games and prizes for children. For more information, call 508-583-5834 or visit  ww.SJMbrockton.org.

 

Unscary Halloween Party at Soule Homestead Education Center Middleboro MA

46 Soule St., Middleboro, Saturday 3 to 5 p.m., featuring games, refreshments, crafts and a story time. Cost is $5 for members and $7 for nonmembers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event held rain or shine. For more information, call Laurie Amberman at 508-947-6744.

 

Easton Lions Club Halloween Parade

The Easton Lions will host its 9th annual Halloween “Parade of the Horribles” this Sunday, October 28rd (2012) at 4:30 P.M. at the COA / Old Lincoln School on Barrows Street. For All ages in Costume : Children, parents, adults and seniors are welcome to participate. Most children dress up in their costumes for the parade, but it is not required! Small Halloween Floats Welcome. Any organizations in town are welcome to join us, including small decorated floats or cars. Balloons will be given out by the North Easton Savings Bank.

Adult Halloween Parties South of Boston 

Harbor Queen Cruises – Fall River Halloween cruises
Choose Between Two Options

$50 for a four-hour haunted Halloween harbor cruise for one (a $100 value)

$90 for a four-hour haunted Halloween harbor cruise for two (a $200 value)
With brave souls onboard, the 85-foot cruise boat Harbor Queen leaves Fall River, Massachusetts, and cruises around Narragansett Bay in search of the ghost ship Medan during the Harbor Queen Nightmare Haunted Ship event. When not peeking out the large picture windows, guests dance on the climate-controlled deck and compete for best costume. The crew provides light snacks and mans a cash bar. Cruises depart October 18–21 and 25–31, 2012.

Halloween Psychic Reading Night Cagney’s Pub Quincy

Tuesday  October 30th  2012 6-9pm Cagney’s Pub in Quincy MA GET IN THE HALLOWEEN SPIRIT! Please join us for a night of psychic readings, cocktails and fun!
The night consists of a 15 minute reading and a beverage of your choice !Cost is $25pp (cash only)
Space is limited RSVP There will be a special food and drink menu too!

 King’s Dedham Bowling Halloween Party 

Saturday, October 27th starting at 8pm
*Night Includes:
– Sexy Scary Theme
– Phantom Approved Food & Drink Specials
– Costume & Dance Contest
– Live DJ
– Costume Karaoke

– 21 plus and no cover

Sam Diego Haunted Halloween Bash  Plymouth MA

Costume prizes, raffles, giveaways, DJ Jeff Baker, and much more! You don’t want to miss this party!!! Please check back as we will be updating

 

American Legion Halloween Party Norton  MA

The seventh annual Adult Halloween Party will be held Saturday October 27th  7:30 p.m. to midnight at the American Legion Post 222, 85 East Main St., Norton. Tickets cost $10. The evening will feature food, dancing and prizes.

 

Witches’ Ball at The South Shore Art Center Scitaute

Saturday October 27th  7:30 p.m. at the River Club in Scituate. Event features food, entertainment, fortune-telling, an auction and other activities. Prizes for best and most creative costumes. Tickets are $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 781-383-2787.

Adult Halloween Party at The Riviera Cafe

Riveria Cafe 288 Broad St., Bridgewater, at Saturday 9 p.m. Music, giveaways and prizes for best costume.