OKC Weekenders Guide 24-25 Oct 2026

Things to Do Around OKC: Stardate 43780.8 — Pumpkins, Fall Festivals & Halloween Shenanigans

Weekend of October 24–25, 2026

Well, fellow survivors of the rotary phone, cassette tape, and “be home when the streetlights come on” era, we made it to another weekend. The weather is getting cooler, Halloween is almost here, and the grandchildren are probably already planning how to separate us from our money. As if!

I've been poking around the internet with a little help from our friendly neighborhood artificial intelligence to find things to do around Oklahoma City. The mission: find some fun, support local organizations, and maybe do something besides watching the same reruns for the hundredth time. Gag me with a spoon! Let's get out there.

As always, I'm keeping an eye on free and inexpensive events, fall festivals, pumpkin patches, church gatherings, and Halloween activities within about 30 miles of OKC. This isn't every single thing happening in the metro, but it's a place to start.

So grab your flannel shirt, dig out the old Members Only jacket if it still fits, and let's see what's happening. No bogus events, no million-dollar weekend required.

Major Fall Festivals & Community Events

1. Braum's Affair of the Heart

Friday–Sunday, October 23–25Oklahoma State Fair Park, Oklahoma City

If shopping is your idea of entertainment, this is a big weekend for it. Affair of the Heart brings together vendors selling handmade goods, home décor, jewelry, clothing, gifts, specialty foods, and all sorts of things you didn't know you needed until you saw them.

It's a good place to get a head start on holiday shopping—or at least find something that makes you say, “I want that!”

Admission and parking may cost extra, so check the event's official information before heading out.

2. Brick-or-Treat in Bricktown

Sunday, October 25 • 1–4 p.m.Bricktown District, downtown Oklahoma City

This is a free, family-friendly Halloween event where children can dress up and trick-or-treat at participating Bricktown businesses.

Expect spooky music, roaming characters, photo opportunities, and candy giveaways.

It's a nice option if you'd rather take the kids trick-or-treating in a lively public setting instead of wandering around the neighborhood.

Budget rating: Free to attend, although I'm making no promises about what the kids will talk you into buying afterward.

3. Bethany Fall Fest

Saturday, October 24 • 5–8 p.m.Downtown Bethany

Downtown Bethany is hosting its annual Fall Fest with sidewalk games, trunk-or-treat activities, shopping, costumes, candy, raffles, and prizes.

Admission is free.

This is a good one for families who want an evening of Halloween fun without paying theme-park prices. Bring the costumes and get ready for some serious candy negotiations.

4. Mustang Spooktacular

Saturday, October 24 • 5:30–8 p.m.Wild Horse Park, Mustang

Mustang Parks and Recreation's annual Spooktacular is a community Halloween event featuring more than 50 carnival-style booths hosted by local businesses, schools, and community organizations.

Expect games, candy, costumes, and plenty of family fun.

Admission is free.

If you're west of OKC, this one is worth a look. Just remember: the children will consider collecting candy a competitive sport.

5. Haunt the Park

Saturday, October 24 • 4–7 p.m.Veterans Park, Newcastle

This free community Halloween event includes a trick-or-treat trail, pumpkin painting, inflatables, games, music, and a costume contest.

The costume contest starts at 5 p.m.

Newcastle is south of the metro, so check the drive before you go, but this looks like a good community option for families who want a little Halloween excitement without breaking the bank.

6. History Never Dies Halloween Carnival

Saturday, October 24 • 4:30–6:30 p.m.Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library, Guthrie

This free family event features games, food, treats, candy, and photo opportunities, with a theme celebrating historical myths and legends.

Costumes are encouraged.

Guthrie is a little farther out than some of the other options, but if you're already planning a trip north, it could make a fun afternoon stop.

7. Halloween at OKC House of Sport

Saturday, October 24 • 1–4 p.m.Oklahoma City

This Halloween gathering is advertised as a family event featuring costumes, candy, decorated trunks, games, and other seasonal activities.

Check the organizer's current listing for the exact venue details and any registration requirements before you go.

🎃 Pumpkin Patches & Fall Farm Fun

8. Pumpkinville: Road to Route 66

Saturday, October 24 • 10 a.m.–8 p.m.Sunday, October 25 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W. Reno Ave., downtown OKC

This is the last weekend of Pumpkinville for 2026, so if you haven't made it yet, now's the time.

The Route 66 theme features thousands of pumpkins and gourds, seasonal displays, larger-than-life pumpkin murals, family activities, and photo opportunities inspired by famous roadside attractions.

Admission is $9 online or $10 at the gate for ages 3 and up. Children 2 and under are free. Carousel rides cost extra unless included in a ticket package.

If you enjoy autumn decorations but don't necessarily want to drive out to a farm, Pumpkinville is a convenient downtown choice.

And if you miss it this weekend, you'll have to wait until next year. That's the way the pumpkin crumbles.

9. Orr Family Farm Fall Festival

Saturday, October 24 • 10 a.m.–10 p.m.Sunday, October 25 • 10 a.m.–6 p.m.14400 S. Western Ave., Oklahoma City

Orr Family Farm is a good choice for families who want a full day of activities.

The farm offers a pumpkin patch, hayrides, a maze, carnival rides, animal attractions, slides, jumping pillows, and other seasonal entertainment.

Admission varies by ticket package, and pumpkins may cost extra.

This is the place for the kids who don't believe a pumpkin outing is complete without 17 other activities. You know the type.

10. Chester's Pumpkin Patch

5201 Cimarron Rd. NW, Piedmont

Chester's is another option for a traditional farm-style fall outing.

The attractions have included a hay mountain, bale maze, petting zoo, tractor and pony rides, and family activities.

Check the farm's official page for the current October 24–25 hours, admission, and available attractions before making the drive.

11. Parkhurst Pumpkin Ranch

Arcadia, Oklahoma

Parkhurst has been a popular fall destination for families looking for pumpkins, farm activities, mazes, hayrides, and animal encounters.

However, I couldn't confirm its exact operating schedule for October 24–25 from the current listings I checked. Verify that it's open before you head out.

⛪ Church Fall Festivals & Community Give-Backs

I always want to give church festivals a little extra attention. They can be a good source of free family entertainment, and many support local programs or invite the whole neighborhood to join in.

12. Springdale Baptist Church Fall Festival

Saturday, October 24 • 2–5 p.m.3900 NW 50th St., Oklahoma City

FREE admission!

Springdale Baptist is hosting an afternoon of family activities, including:

• Hayrides

• Bounce house

• Gaga Ball

• Face painting

• Pumpkin painting

• Cake Walk

• Yard games

• Cotton candy and prizes

• A chili cook-off

The chili cook-off is an especially nice touch. Local cooks compete for bragging rights, and guests can sample the entries.

Now that's my kind of competition. Forget the participation trophy—give me a bowl of chili and let me judge!

This is an excellent choice if you're looking for a church-sponsored fall festival with plenty for children and adults to enjoy. Everyone is welcome.

13. Exchange Avenue Baptist Church Fall Festival

Sunday, October 25 • 5–6:30 p.m.1312 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Oklahoma City

This church is hosting a free fall festival with games, prizes, inflatables, and trunk-or-treat candy.

It's a short Sunday evening event, which makes it a handy choice if you want to squeeze in a little Halloween fun before the workweek begins.

The organizers note that the event will move indoors if the weather turns bad.

14. Fall Fest at Church of the Servant

Sunday, October 25 • 5–7 p.m.14343 N. MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City

This free church event includes indoor trick-or-treating, games, bounce houses, and family activities.

Visitors are encouraged to bring canned goods or shelf-stable food to help people in need.

That's a nice way to combine Halloween fun with helping your neighbors. Bring the kids, enjoy the activities, and maybe teach them that doing something for someone else is pretty cool, too.

👻 More Halloween Fun

15. Haunt the Zoo

Saturday–Sunday, October 24–25Oklahoma City Zoo, 2000 Remington Place, Oklahoma City

Haunt the Zoo combines a zoo visit with Halloween fun.

Families can enjoy a trick-or-treat trail, themed booths, photo props, and activities while visiting the animals.

It's a good option for younger children who enjoy dressing up but aren't ready for the really scary stuff.

Check the zoo's official website for current admission, event hours, and ticket requirements.

16. Frontier City Kids Boo Fest

Select dates through October 3111501 N. I-35 Service Road, Oklahoma City

Kids Boo Fest offers daytime Halloween entertainment, treats, characters, and seasonal activities.

It's designed to be more family-friendly than the park's scarier nighttime Fright Fest attractions.

Check the park calendar for operating hours, ticket prices, and which activities are running on October 24–25.

17. Bricktown's Sunday Trick-or-Treating

Sunday, October 25 • 1–4 p.m.Bricktown District, Oklahoma City

Yes, this is worth mentioning again in the planning section because it's one of the more straightforward free options for families.

Dress the kids in costume, follow the participating businesses, and enjoy an afternoon of candy and photo opportunities.

It's also a good opportunity to grab lunch downtown if your budget allows.

🧺 Farmers Markets & Other Local Stops

If you're looking for something a little less Halloween-heavy, consider the regular weekend markets.

Edmond Outdoor Farmers Market

Saturday, October 24 • Typically 8 a.m.–1 p.m.Downtown Edmond

Look for seasonal produce, baked goods, handmade items, and local vendors. Confirm the market's final October schedule before heading out.

OKC Farmers Public Market

Saturday, October 24 • Check current market hours311 S. Klein Ave., Oklahoma City

A good place to browse local food products, baked goods, produce, and other market offerings.

Scissortail Park

Downtown Oklahoma City

Even if you don't find a special event that suits you, Scissortail Park is a nice place to walk, enjoy the outdoors, and take a break from the Halloween crowds.

Check the park's calendar for any additional activities scheduled for the weekend.

📅 How I'd Plan the Weekend

Saturday, October 24

Morning

• Pumpkinville, downtown OKC

• Orr Family Farm

• Braum's Affair of the Heart

Afternoon

• Springdale Baptist Church Fall Festival, 2–5 p.m.

• Haunt the Park in Newcastle, 4–7 p.m.

• Bethany Fall Fest, 5–8 p.m.

• Mustang Spooktacular, 5:30–8 p.m.

Evening

• Keep enjoying the Halloween events if the kids still have energy. If not, there's always a movie and a bowl of popcorn at home.

Sunday, October 25

Morning

• Pumpkinville, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

• Orr Family Farm, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

• Haunt the Zoo

Afternoon

• Brick-or-Treat in Bricktown, 1–4 p.m.

• More zoo and farm fun, depending on tickets and hours.

Evening

• Exchange Avenue Baptist Church Fall Festival, 5–6:30 p.m.

• Church of the Servant Fall Fest, 5–7 p.m.

Remember that some events overlap, so choose one or two rather than trying to do everything. You aren't training for the Olympics, and the grandchildren don't need to collect every piece of candy in Oklahoma.

My Short List

If I had to pick just a few:

• Best free church festival: Springdale Baptist Church

• Best free Sunday Halloween outing: Brick-or-Treat

• Best final-weekend pumpkin destination: Pumpkinville

• Best full-day family adventure: Orr Family Farm

• Best Saturday evening community events: Bethany Fall Fest or Mustang Spooktacular

• Best way to combine fun and giving: Church of the Servant Fall Fest

• Best shopping event: Affair of the Heart

Well, there you have it, folks. Another weekend's worth of possibilities without having to win the lottery or sell a kidney to pay for the outing. Pick what sounds fun, check the details before you leave, and don't let anybody guilt you into spending more than you planned.

And if you find a little church down the road hosting a pumpkin festival, a neighborhood trunk-or-treat, or some small-town event that hasn't made it onto the internet's radar, send it my way. The best things sometimes come from word of mouth, not an algorithm.

Until next time, may your coffee be strong, your shoulder pads remain safely in storage, and your Halloween candy last longer than five minutes after the grandchildren arrive. Be excellent to each other—and party on, dudes!