It’s that time of year again—break out the pumpkins and ghosts, and celebrate the spookiest holiday with the YMCA! All events are family-friendly, safe for kids, and packed with festive fun like costume contests, trunk-or-treats, crafts, games and more.
These Halloween celebrations are more than just spooky. They’re a chance to bring our community together, create lasting memories and enjoy the season in a safe, welcoming space for all. Click on each branch name for full event details.
YMCA Community Events
These events are free and open to the public, held outdoors at our local YMCAs.
- A.E. Finley YMCA: Oct. 22, 6:30 - 8 p.m. (volunteer opportunities)
- East Triangle YMCA: Oct. 30, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
- Kerr Family YMCA - KERRnival: Oct. 22, 5 - 8 p.m. (Trunk or Treat 6 - 7:30 p.m.)
- Northwest Cary YMCA - Trunk or Treat: Oct. 24, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Northwest Cary YMCA - Teen Boo Bash: Oct. 30, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
- Southeast Raleigh YMCA - Spookfest: Oct. 31, 5 - 7 p.m.
Member Events
These events are designated for members only.
- Ingram Family YMCA - Dia De Los Muertos & Halloween Fusion Celebration: Oct. 30, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Kraft Family YMCA - Pumpkin Carving & Painting: Oct. 26, 2 - 4 p.m.
- Poole Family YMCA - Kid Zone Trick or Treating: Oct. 31, 10:30 - 11 a.m.
- Taylor Family YMCA - Monster Mash: Oct. 24, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Check back for more events! We hope to see you and your family at one of our Fall holiday events.
