A Boo-tiful Time Awaits :: Lafayette’s Family-Friendly Halloween Festivities
As the air turns crisp and leaves transform into vibrant hues of orange and red (we wish), Lafayette gears up for a season of spooktacular celebrations. Halloween is just around the corner, and families in Lafayette are in for a treat with a plethora of family-friendly events that promise chills, thrills, and unforgettable memories. Whether you have little ghouls, witches, or superheroes in tow, Lafayette has something for everyone. So grab your pumpkin spice latte and don your favorite costume, because “A Boo-tiful Time Awaits” in Lafayette this Halloween!
In this guide, I’ve found family-friendly Halloween events that are perfect for creating cherished moments with your little ones (or not-so-little ones). From drive-thru light displays to fall festivals and corn mazes, each event offers a unique twist on the traditional spooky season.
Join us as we dive into Lafayette’s Halloween extravaganza that’s sure to leave a spellbinding impression on young and old alike.
1. Halloween Themed Drive-Thru Light Display at Bridge Point Productions
- Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from October 13th to 31st
- Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Location: Bridge Point Productions
- Admission: $25 per car/truck, $40 for a van
- Details: Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing Halloween-themed drive-thru light display. Enjoy the festive ambiance with your family while driving through a dazzling spectacle of lights. Tickets can be purchased in advance here!
2. Boo Bayou Fall Fest at Vermilionville
- Date: October 21st
- Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Vermilionville
- Admission: $5 for ages 2 and older
- Details: Join the Boo Bayou Fall Fest for a day of trick-or-treating, old-time games, face painting, and more. This delightful event at Vermilionville offers a taste of nostalgia and Halloween fun for the whole family.
3. Zombie Run
- Date: October 26th
- Time: 9am – 10am
- Location: Moncus Park
- Admission: Free
- Details: Get ready for a spooktacular workout that’s fun for the whole family! This 1-hour conditioning-based session combines a 2-mile run with bodyweight exercises for a full-body challenge. But here’s the twist – participants can bring their kids dressed as zombies for an extra dose of excitement!
4. Trunk or Treats
- Date: October 28th
- Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Little Blessings Childcare and Preschool (901 E Main St, Broussard, LA 70518)
- Details: Lafayette is bustling with trunk-or-treat events. One of them is hosted by Little Blessings Childcare and Preschool. Join in the festivities with food, games, prizes, and of course, lots of treats.
5. LSU Ag Center Corn Maze (Baton Rouge)
- Dates: Every Saturday in October
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Location: LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
- Details: If you’re up for a short drive, the LSU AgCenter in Baton Rouge offers an exciting corn maze adventure. Get lost in the twists and turns of the maze, and make sure to purchase your tickets in advance here!
6. Spooky Glow & Flow Yoga
- Date: October 23rd
- Time: 6 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Moncus Park
- Admission: Free
- Details: Join us for a bewitching Spooky Glow & Flow Yoga at Moncus Park, part of our “Fit for All” series supported by Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists & Orthopedic Urgent Care and led by instructors from Ascend Wellness.
Flow through poses in the enchanting evening atmosphere, blending fitness with festive fun! After your practice, capture the spooky memories at our Halloween-themed photo booth provided by Roux Booths.
7. Trick or Treat Trail at South Park (Opelousas)
- Date: October 26th
- Time: 4 PM – 6 PM
- Location: 1427 S Market St. Opelousas
- Admission: Free!
- Details: Local businesses and organizations will set up along the walking trail at the park. As trick or treaters stroll through the trail, they can collect treat and other goodies.
8. Trunk N’ Treat
- Location: 210 Beaullieu Dr. Lafayette
- Admission: Free
- Details: Wander from Trunk to Trunk, immersing yourself in various themes. Your child can gather candy, play games, and win prizes alongside their cherished characters!
9. Spooktacular Halloween Parties
- Location: 210 E Congress St. Lafayette
- Admission: $12 admission per person; 12 months and under free
- Details: Get ready for a spine-tinglingly good time at our annual Spooktacular Halloween Party event. But don’t worry, this party is all about fun, not frights!
10. Southwest Athletics Trunk or Treat
- Location: Judice Park
- Admission: Free
- Details: Come dressed in your costume and get candy from all different trunks! This is a FREE event to attend! Lots of activities for all ages!
11. Hub City Ford Trunk or Treat
- Location: 2909 NW Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette
- Admission: Free
- Details: Join Hub City Ford and Macaroni Club Lafayette for our 8th Annual Trunk or Treat.
12. Boo At The Zoo
- Location: 5601 Hwy 90 E
- Admission: There is no special event pricing for Boo at the Zoo. Regular admission prices apply and Zoosiana Members get in free!
- Details: The zoo will be decorated with spooktacular Halloween decor. Children in costume (12 and under) can receive pre-bagged Halloween treats upon exiting the zoo.
13. Halloween Sk8 Party
- Location: 4518 W Congress St.
- Admission: $10
- Details: Join us for a costume contest and candy throw!
14. Halloween-themed Sensory Sensitive Sunday at Chuck E. Cheese
- Location: Chuck E. Cheese
- Admission: Varies based on time purchased or game points
- Details: Chuck E. Cheese will open two hours early for a sensory-friendly experience
including a quieter dining and entertainment environment and dimmed lighting. Sugar-free candy will be provided for kids in costume. 9-11a.m.
15. Halloween Parade (New Iberia)
- Date: October 26th
- Time: 4 PM
- Location: 102 W Main St. New Iberia
- Admission: Free
- Details: Join us for a Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat!
16. Crow Fest
- Date: October 26th
- Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
- Details: The Downtown Carencro Crow Fest starts at City Hall and walks down to University. Trick or treating, photo ops, haunted hause, scavenger hunt, creepy crawly petting zoo and more!
17. Quest’s Annual Trunk N’ Treat!
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 9 AM to 11 AM
- Details: Join us at our Lafayette location’s parking lot for games, prizes, face painting, sno cones, a trackless train, and more!
18. Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Contest!
- Detail: Oct. 27th
- Time: 2 PM – 4 PM
- Details: Hosted by Audi Lafayette, this event will showcase the best-dressed pups in their Halloween finest. Whether your dog goes scary, cute, or hilarious, small and large dogs are welcome to participate! Prizes will be awarded to the top costumes, so start planning your pup’s look today!
19. Bouncing Boogie Bash
- Date: Oct. 25th
- Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
- Details: Join us for a fun-filled event with face painting, dance party, goodie bags, games, prizes, and jump-worthy excitement! It’s a super fun time for the whole family!
20. 5th Annual Trunk or Treat in New Iberia
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
- Details: The 5th annual Trunk or Treat is just around the corner, and we’d like to extend you the opportunity to give back to the community. We will set up at West End Park, located at 1200 West Field Street.
21. Halloween Party at Classic Cup Maurice
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
- Details: Come join us for some Halloween fun!
22. Trunk or Treat Family Fun Day
- Date: Oct. 26
- Time: 11 AM
- Details: Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat family fun day, open to the public and free!
Activities will include music, food, face painting, games, and trunk decorating contest! Child-friendly costumes are encouraged, and all children are welcome to come trick-or-treat at our trunks!
23. 9th Annual Trunk or Treat at Hub City Ford
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 11 AM to 1:30 PM
- Details: Join us for a FREE family fun event. There will be a balloon artist, trunk-or-treats (inside the showroom), a firetruck, animals from Rylan’s Ranch, and more! The costume contest will be held at 1 pm. This event is in conjunction with the All Ford Car Show taking place outside. Truly a family fun event for the entire family!
24. Trunk or Treat at Riverside Church
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 5 PM
- Details: Trunks and booths filled with treats and surprises await your little trick or treaters for a safe and exciting celebration! Face painting, fall themed crafts, and fun activities that will keep the kiddos entertained all night! Feast on complementary hot dogs, cotton candy, and popcorn! It’s on us!
25. Trunk or Treat with Chick Fil A (New Iberia)
- Date: Oct. 26th
- Time: 6 PM to 9 PM
- Details: Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event! Face painting, music, and games will be available!
26. Community Honda Trunk or Treat
- Date: Oct. 29th
- Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Details: Join us for our 4th Annual Trunk or Treat!! Welcoming all ages to our family friendly event. We will have Halloween games, candy galore, & a costume contest starting at 6:00pm & much more!
27. Hocus Pocus Trivia
- Date: Oct 28th
- Time: 7 PM
- Details: Come test your knowledge of Hocus Pocus to win prizes and bragging rights!
Free to play. Prizes for Top 3 teams. Up to 7 players per team at Trivia Nerds.
28. Halloweentown Franchise Trivia
- Date: Oct 24th
- Time: 7 PM
- Details: Come test your knowledge of the Halloweentown Franchise to win prizes and bragging rights! Free to play. Prizes for Top 3 teams. Up to 7 players per team.
29. Halloween SpookTacular
- Date: Oct. 29th
- Time: 5 PM to 7 PM
- Details: Join us for a Halloweeen event for the entire family! Games, Prizes, Treats, and lots of fun for all ages!
30. Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee
- Date: Oct. 31st
- Time: 5 PM
- Details: Get ready for a night of Halloween fun like never before mark your calendar and let the spookiness begin. Costume Contest 5:00PM Sign up at Magdalen Square. Trick-or-treating 6-8PM
Get Ready to Spook and Sparkle!
With “A Boo-tiful Time Awaits :: Lafayette’s Family-Friendly Halloween Festivities,” you’re armed with the ultimate guide to making this Halloween season unforgettable for your family. Lafayette’s charming blend of spooky and spectacular ensures that every event is a treasure trove of memories.
As you explore the pumpkin patches, marvel at creative costumes, and indulge in delectable treats, remember that it’s not just about the candy and decorations. It’s about coming together as a community, sharing laughter, and relishing the joy of the season with your little ones.
These moments are the true magic of Halloween.
Whether you’re capturing candid snapshots of your little superheroes or joining in the dance at a harvest festival, each experience adds a chapter to your family’s story. So go ahead, embrace the crisp autumn air, the sound of excited giggles, and the thrill of the unknown—it’s all part of the adventure that is Halloween in Lafayette.
I wish you and your family a spooky, sparkly, and heartwarming Halloween. May your days be filled with treats, your nights be illuminated by jack-o’-lantern smiles, and your hearts be brimming with cherished moments.
