Halloween 2022: Events In The Arlington Area

ARLINGTON, MA — The leaves are changing, the weather is cooling down, and Halloween is right around the corner, which means trick or treat, spook walks, scary movies, costume contests, bar crawls, and more.

Looking for something spooky to do near Arlington? Here’s a list of some events in the area:

Spooky Features At The Somerville Theatre

It’s spooky season and Somerville’s favorite theatre has programmed a month-long extravaganza of horror, including some classics for the midnight specials. For a full list and to purchase tickets, click here.

The Third Annual Camberville Zombie Pub Crawl

After a pretty necessary two year hiatus, The Camberville Zombie Pub Crawl is back from the dead for it's third year! Throw on your best zombie attire and join the horde for an event that should not be missed. For more info, click here.

Halloween Cover Extravaganza

Celebrate Halloween with a night of 80s alternative rock at The Center for Arts at the Armory in Somerville. The music of David Bowie, The Cure, Siouxsie & The Banshees, and The B52’s will be performed by some of your favorite Boston all stars. There will also be a costume contest and a photo booth to commemorate the night. For tickets, visit https://dice.fm/.

Halloween Block Party & Pet Parade

Join the Halloween festivities at Chuckie Harris Park in Somerville. The annual Halloween Block Party and Pet Parade will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 3-6p.m. Rain date: October 30.

SomerStreets: Monster Mash

SomerStreets: Monster Mash will be held on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 2-6 p.m. (rain date 11/06) on Somerville Ave between Warren Ave. and School St. It is a free and family friendly event led by School of Honk and will include local craft vendors, interactive activities, and more. For moe information, click here.

Halloween Fest Pumpkin Carving

The Medford Recreation Department invites children ages 6-12 to come to Wright’s Pond and carve a pumpkin that will be part of a float in Wright’s Pond during the city’s Halloween Fest on Saturday, Oct. 29. All carving equipment will be provided by the Recreation Department, and Wegmans Food Market is donating 30 pumpkins. Parent/guardian supervision required. This is a free event, but registration is required on the Recreation Department website.

Fenway Fright Night Halloween Bar Crawl

Fright Night Halloween Pub Crawl in Fenway is one of the biggest events of the season. Participants can get free entry into only the best bars with special drink offerings. The crawl begins on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 3 p.m. and goes until Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3 a.m. For tickets, click here.

Official Boston Halloween Bar Crawl

This Faneuil Hall Halloween event by PubCrawls.com will be held on Monday, Oct. 31 starting at 5 p.m. and will run through Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 2 a.m. Get your tickets here.

Frightful Fridays

Gore Place in Waltham is hosting Frightful Fridays on Oct. 21 and 28 at 6:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. The 45-minute program features five spooky stories, but nothing too scary, and is suitable for both adults and children ages 6 and up. The event takes place outdoors under the spacious Century Tent. Tables and chairs will be provided and there is ample free parking. For tickets, click here.

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