Family fun is getting festive just in time for Halloween. From Oct. 18 to 20, the Valley is hosting some of the best seasonal events for children of all ages. Live shows, pumpkin painting and endless candy makes for a weekend you won’t forget.
Friday
Street Car Takeover
Start your engines and race on over to the Street Car Takeover at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park. On Oct. 18, witness some of the country’s best drag racing and roll racing from 5 to 11 p.m. The kids won’t believe their eyes as race cars zoom by and battle it out for awards. Ticket prices vary depending on events; check out the website for more information.
Baby Shark Live
Ikeda Theater in Mesa presents Baby Shark Live this Friday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Take a journey into the ocean with adorable singing sea creatures. The kiddos will love singing along to the new and old-time favorite songs, as well as count and color through the immersive learning experience. Tickets start at $29.50, depending on seating; children over the age of one will require a ticket for entry.
Box Mania
Create, explore and build this weekend at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix as they present Box Mania. Hundreds of different boxes will fill the atrium and children will have the chance to create unique designs from the boxes and tools that will be provided. Tickets cost $14.95, and the event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18.
Saturday
Creepy Candy Crawl
Boo! It’s time for the Desert Ridge Marketplace’s Creepy Candy Crawl. Families can get festive in their spookiest costumes and participate in store-to-store trick-or-treating. The event is completely free and will go on from 4 to 6 p.m. The best dressed families and children have a chance to win prizes in a costume contest. Get spooky with your community this Saturday evening.
Official Toy Tester Event 2019
KidStop Toys and Books in Scottsdale will be hosting this year’s Official Toy Tester Event from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The parking lot in front of the store will transform into a toy lover’s paradise with kid-friendly toy demos. Children will be able to vote for their favorite toys, and proceeds will be donated to the Helping Hands charity. Admission is $5 per child; find out more on the website.
Trunk or Treat
The Town of Queen Creek Parks and Recreation center presents Trunk or Treat. This event will include activities like carnival games, a pet costume contest and more. The main matter of the evening consists of trunk-or-treating where children are able to trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk. The event is free and goes from 5 to 9 p.m. to kick off the Halloween cheer.
Unicorn Pumpkin Decorating
The Unicorn Cupcake Boutique presents unicorn pumpkin decorating on Saturday, Oct. 19. From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., decorate your pumpkin to look just like a magical unicorn for $12 per person. All ages are permitted but children under 3 will need some assistance. To start your holiday season with some glitter and sparkle, RSVP here.
Sunday
Nick Jr. Live! Move to the Music
From Dora The Explorer to Paw Patrol, your favorite Nick Jr. stars will be taking the stage this Sunday, Oct. 20, at Comerica Theatre. The characters will be singing and dancing to original tunes with 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. showtimes. Ticket prices start at $22 to join in on the musical magic. To learn more, click here.
My Little Pumpkin 3rd Annual Fall Festival
It’s a pumpkin party at the Cave Creek Chapel on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 5 p.m. For $5 per person, the entire family can participate in food, games, face painting and more. Children 2 and under are free. Enjoy the fall weather and festivities at the My Little Pumpkin 3rd Annual Fall Fest.
Kitten Yoga for Kids
The Arizona Animal Welfare League is hosting a paw-fect, kid-friendly yoga event this Sunday, Oct. 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. You’ll need to bring your own mat, water bottle and cuddles for this adorable outing. The cost is $20 and children under 13 must come with an adult; adults also must be accompanied by a child. Proceeds will be donated to the Welfare League.
