The Best Central Florida Kid-Friendly Halloween Activities This Fall

Central Florida is home to a host of exciting and family-friendly Halloween activities for kids of all ages. From the spook-tacular adventures at SeaWorld to the magic of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, here’s a roundup of the best events to enjoy with your little ones this Halloween season.

1. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom (Walt Disney World)

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom is the ultimate family-friendly Halloween celebration, featuring:

• Trick-or-treating throughout the park.
• The Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, led by the Headless Horseman.
• Special Halloween character meet-and-greets with Mickey and friends in costume.
• The Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular with the Sanderson Sisters.

This event is perfect for little ones, with plenty of fun and minimal scares.

2. SeaWorld Spooktacular

SeaWorld Orlando’s Spooktacular is a daytime, family-friendly Halloween event that runs on weekends from mid-September through October, offering:

• Trick-or-treating along the park’s immersive Spooktacular Trail.
• Special Halloween shows, including Count von Count’s Spooktacular Fun.
• Meet-and-greets with friendly, colorful sea creatures and mermaids.

It’s an ideal way to experience Halloween fun without the fright.

3. LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat

LEGOLAND’s Brick-or-Treat offers a unique LEGO-themed Halloween experience on weekends in October. Highlights include:

• Trick-or-treating through LEGO-themed zones.
• Halloween-themed LEGO character meet-and-greets.
• LEGO-building activities and spooky scavenger hunts.

A perfect blend of creativity and Halloween excitement for little LEGO fans.

4. Leu Gardens – Happy Frights

On select nights from September 27 to October 31, Happy Frights at Leu Gardens is a new-ish, family-friendly, immersive trick-or-treating experience (it debuted last year). Families can explore:

• 14 themed worlds, from a mysterious swamp to a Crazy Carnival filled with clowns.
• A hedge maze with the Mad Hatter.
• Live performances, including hip-hop dancing aliens and a grand Dia de Muertos celebration.
• Eight trick-or-treat stations along the way.

With its magical atmosphere and gentle thrills, Happy Frights offers an enchanting Halloween experience for kids of all ages.

5. Gaylord Palms – Goblins & Giggles Weekends

Running from September 27 through October 26, Goblins & Giggles Weekends at Gaylord Palms Resort is packed with festive family activities, including:

• Monster Mash Bash Dance Party with friendly Halloween characters like Morgana the Witch and Grimm the Good-Hearted Goblin.
• The Spooktacular Symphony in the Sky drone show, a stunning display of synchronized drones with spooky imagery.
• Dive-In Movies featuring “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” at Cypress Springs Water Park.
• A Jack-O’-Lantern Walk, Trick-or-Treat Expedition, and Halloween-themed scavenger hunt in the atrium.

With its mix of interactive experiences, shows, and meet-and-greets, Goblins & Giggles promises endless fun for families staying at the resort.

6. Zoo Boo Bash at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Zoo Boo Bash at the Central Florida Zoo offers a fun, educational twist on Halloween, with:

• Trick-or-treat stations around the zoo.
• Animal encounters and Halloween-themed crafts.
• A costume contest for young guests.

Perfect for families looking for a low-key yet exciting Halloween day out.

7. Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins at Gatorland

For a uniquely Floridian Halloween adventure, visit Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins, which features:

• Spooky animal encounters with gators and other creatures.
• The Gatorland Express Ghost Train and a fun Trick-or-Treat Trail.
• Halloween-themed shows and meet-and-greets with costumed characters.

This event is ideal for kids who love a little wildlife mixed with their Halloween festivities.

8. Crayola Experience’s Screamin’ Green Hauntoween

The Crayola Experience at The Florida Mall offers a Screamin’ Green Hauntoween celebration with:

• Halloween-themed crafts and slime-making.
• A spooky scavenger hunt.
• Halloween photo opportunities and creative play.

Great for kids who love to craft and create!

Whether you’re heading to the magical Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or the festive Goblins & Giggles at Gaylord Palms, Central Florida is filled with family-friendly Halloween events. From trick-or-treating to interactive shows and immersive experiences, there’s something for every family to enjoy this Halloween season!