# Phoenix Littles: things to do with little kids in Phoenix, AZ this weekend

> Friday is the big night, with Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix and Chandler’s Spooktacular downtown after dark, and Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo has its last night too. On Halloween morning, Phoenix Parks hosts the Itty Bitty Boo Bash for ages 0 to 5 and Arizona Boardwalk throws a free Halloween Bash. This week has 45 outings, 34 free and 27 indoors.

- Week: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 45 outings at 38 places; 34 free; 27 indoor. For kids ages 0–6.
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## Top picks this week

- **Chandler Halloween Spooktacular** (Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Chandler Community Center, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Downtown Chandler’s Halloween night, with games, activities and table-or-treating. The city has moved it into the Community Center this year (enter through the southeast door, near the Senior Center and The Alexander parking garage). The costume parade is canceled, and there’s no food or drink for sale. Source: https://www.chandleraz.gov/spooktacular Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/chandler-halloween-spooktacular-community-center/
- **Itty Bitty Boo Bash** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–noon) at South Mountain Community Center, 212 E. Alta Vista Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042. Cost: Free (RSVP required). Ages 0–5. Indoor. A Halloween morning from Phoenix Parks made just for ages 0 to 5. It’s free, but register ahead on the city’s page. Source: https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks-events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-.html Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-south-mountain-community-center/
- **Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Cost: $18 per person; 2 and under free. Ages 0+. An evening of trick-or-treating at themed candy stations around the zoo, with face painting and a costume parade every hour. Leave toy guns at home. Storms are likely Friday afternoon and evening, with the heaviest rain possible around 7pm, so pack rain jackets and check the zoo’s page before you head out. Source: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/spooky-safari/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spooky-safari-at-the-phoenix-zoo/
- **Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix** (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4pm) at Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. Cost: Free with museum admission ($19 per person; members and kids under 1 free). Ages 0+. Indoor. Trick-or-treat through all three floors of exhibits, then dance at the Halloween dance party. Costumes are optional but encouraged, and treats last while supplies do. Source: https://childrensmuseumofphoenix.org/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-museum/2026-10-30/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-childrens-museum-of-phoenix/
- **Halloween Bash at Arizona Boardwalk** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–2pm) at Arizona Boardwalk, 9500 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free outdoor party in the Arizona Boardwalk courtyard, with trick-or-treating, carnival games and face painting. Kids 18 and under can enter the costume contest. Source: https://azboardwalk.com/events/free-halloween-bash/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-bash-at-arizona-boardwalk/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 31)

1. **Morning**: Itty Bitty Boo Bash, South Mountain Community Center. 10am–noon. Cost: Free. https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks-events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-.html
2. **Lunch**: Pizzeria Bianco (Heritage Square), Downtown, 623 E. Adams St.. Open 11am–9pm. Cost: $$. (from the city guide) https://www.pizzeriabianco.com/
3. **After nap**: Fall Festival at Georgia T. Lord Library (Goodyear), Georgia T. Lord Library. 1:30–3:30pm. Cost: Free. https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=407547

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Thursday, Oct 29**: Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo; Trunk or Treat at Longview Recreation Center (free); Harvest Festival at South Mountain Community Library (free); Costume March! Family Storytime (Prickly Pear) (free); Día de los Muertos at Burton Barr Central Library (free); BabyTime (Century) (free); BabyTime (Desert Broom) (free); Spooky Storytime at Georgia T. Lord Library (Goodyear) (free); Toddler Halloween Story Time (Fountain Hills Library) (free); Toddlertime Halloween Boo! at Mesa Main Library (free); Halloween Boo StoryWalk at Dobson Ranch (free); Spooktacular Week of Fun at Tempe Public Library (free); Heroes of Halloween (free); Old MacDonald's Pumpkin Patch at Great Arizona Puppet Theater; Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party; Vertuccio Farms Fall Festival; Mother Nature's Farm Fall Festival; Spook-Track-Ula at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park; Glowing Pumpkins at Rawhide; Preschool Playdate at Southeast Regional Library (Gilbert) (free); $5 Wristband Night at Enchanted Island; Baby Cuddles Storytime (Arabian Library) (free)
- **Friday, Oct 30**: Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix; Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo; Chandler Halloween Spooktacular (free); Halloween Boo and Costume Spooktacular (Burton Barr Central) (free); Día de los Muertos at Burton Barr Central Library (free); Yoga Storytime (Century) (free); Bilingual Family Storytime (Acacia) (free); Halloween Stations at Southeast Regional Library (Gilbert) (free); Family Storytime with Mesa Arts Center (free); Webster Recreation Center Halloween Carnival (free); Halloween Celebration at Tempe Public Library (free); Spooktacular Week of Fun at Tempe Public Library (free); Old MacDonald's Pumpkin Patch at Great Arizona Puppet Theater; Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party; Vertuccio Farms Fall Festival; Mother Nature's Farm Fall Festival; Spook-Track-Ula at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park; Glowing Pumpkins at Rawhide; Bring Your Own Pumpkin at Perry Library (Gilbert) (free)
- **Saturday, Oct 31**: Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix; Halloween Spooktacular at Wildlife World Zoo; Itty Bitty Boo Bash (free); Halloween Bash at Arizona Boardwalk (free); Día de los Muertos at Burton Barr Central Library (free); Family Storytime (Saguaro) (free); Family Storytime (Burton Barr Central) (free); Fall Festival at Georgia T. Lord Library (Goodyear) (free); Saturday Costume Storytime (El Mirage Library) (free); Halloween Candy Taste Test and Craft (free); Haunted Hangar at Falcon Field Airport (free); Spooktacular Week of Fun at Tempe Public Library (free); Old MacDonald's Pumpkin Patch at Great Arizona Puppet Theater; Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party; Vertuccio Farms Fall Festival; Mother Nature's Farm Fall Festival; Spook-Track-Ula at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park; Glowing Pumpkins at Rawhide; Halloween Party at Fairway Library (Sun City) (free); Halloween Party at Sun City Library (free)
- **Sunday, Nov 1**: Día de los Muertos at Burton Barr Central Library (free); Old MacDonald's Pumpkin Patch at Great Arizona Puppet Theater; Mother Nature's Farm Fall Festival; Entre Dos Mundos Día de Muertos Celebration (free); Día de los Muertos at the Phoenix Zoo

## All outings this week

- **Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix** (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4pm) at Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. Cost: Free with museum admission ($19 per person; members and kids under 1 free). Ages 0+. Indoor. Trick-or-treat through all three floors of exhibits, then dance at the Halloween dance party. Costumes are optional but encouraged, and treats last while supplies do. Source: https://childrensmuseumofphoenix.org/event/trick-or-treat-at-the-museum/2026-10-30/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-childrens-museum-of-phoenix/
- **Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Cost: $18 per person; 2 and under free. Ages 0+. An evening of trick-or-treating at themed candy stations around the zoo, with face painting and a costume parade every hour. Leave toy guns at home. Storms are likely Friday afternoon and evening, with the heaviest rain possible around 7pm, so pack rain jackets and check the zoo’s page before you head out. Source: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/spooky-safari/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spooky-safari-at-the-phoenix-zoo/
- **Halloween Spooktacular at Wildlife World Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31 · During zoo hours (9am–6pm)) at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park, 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. Cost: Kids in costume free with a paid adult. Ages 0+. Spend Halloween watching the animals get their own treats. Kids in costume get in free with a paid adult (one child per adult) and each gets a goodie bag. Source: https://www.wildlifeworld.com/events Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-spooktacular-at-wildlife-world-zoo/
- **Itty Bitty Boo Bash** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–noon) at South Mountain Community Center, 212 E. Alta Vista Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042. Cost: Free (RSVP required). Ages 0–5. Indoor. A Halloween morning from Phoenix Parks made just for ages 0 to 5. It’s free, but register ahead on the city’s page. Source: https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks-events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-.html Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-south-mountain-community-center/
- **Trunk or Treat at Longview Recreation Center** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6–8pm) at Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4040 N. 14th St., Phoenix, AZ 85014. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free evening trunk-or-treat at the neighborhood rec center. Source: https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks-events/longview-neighborhood-recreation-center--trunk-or-treat.html
- **Chandler Halloween Spooktacular** (Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Chandler Community Center, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Downtown Chandler’s Halloween night, with games, activities and table-or-treating. The city has moved it into the Community Center this year (enter through the southeast door, near the Senior Center and The Alexander parking garage). The costume parade is canceled, and there’s no food or drink for sale. Source: https://www.chandleraz.gov/spooktacular Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/chandler-halloween-spooktacular-community-center/
- **Halloween Bash at Arizona Boardwalk** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–2pm) at Arizona Boardwalk, 9500 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. A free outdoor party in the Arizona Boardwalk courtyard, with trick-or-treating, carnival games and face painting. Kids 18 and under can enter the costume contest. Source: https://azboardwalk.com/events/free-halloween-bash/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-bash-at-arizona-boardwalk/
- **Halloween Boo and Costume Spooktacular (Burton Barr Central)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10–11:30am) at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A not-too-spooky Halloween storytime at 10am with songs and crafts, then a costume celebration in the library. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/17405923 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-boo-and-costume-spooktacular-burton-barr-central-library/
- **Harvest Festival at South Mountain Community Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 5:30–6:30pm) at South Mountain Community Library, 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85042. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, games and crafts for Halloween, Día de los Muertos and Diwali. Costumes are optional, and all ages are welcome. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/17409832
- **Costume March! Family Storytime (Prickly Pear)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–10:30am) at Prickly Pear Library, 3635 W. Baseline Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85339. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A seasonal story and songs, then a costume parade through the library. Free tickets are handed out half an hour before, first come, first served. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/16531876
- **Día de los Muertos at Burton Barr Central Library** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · During library hours) at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Nichos, papel picado and ofrendas fill the second floor through Nov 6. Follow the scavenger hunt clues around the library and collect a prize on the fifth floor. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/17436716 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/dia-de-los-muertos-at-burton-barr-central-library/
- **BabyTime (Century)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:15–10:45am) at Century Library, 1750 E. Highland Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016. Cost: Free. Ages 0–2. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Songs, rhymes and short books for babies and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15852697
- **BabyTime (Desert Broom)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 9:15–9:45am) at Desert Broom Library, 29710 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85331. Cost: Free. Ages 0–2. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Songs, rhymes and short books for babies and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15680941
- **Yoga Storytime (Century)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:15–10:45am) at Century Library, 1750 E. Highland Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories with simple stretches and movement for little kids. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15852833 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/yoga-storytime-century-library/
- **Bilingual Family Storytime (Acacia)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11am) at Acacia Library, 750 E. Townley Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85020. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories and songs in English and Spanish for families with young kids. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/17059459 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/bilingual-family-storytime-acacia-library/
- **Family Storytime (Saguaro)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9:15–9:45am) at Saguaro Library, 2808 N. 46th St., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and play for little kids and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15474147 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/family-storytime-saguaro-library/
- **Family Storytime (Burton Barr Central)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10–10:30am) at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and play for little kids and their grown-ups. Free. Source: https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/16986972 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/family-storytime-burton-barr-central-library/
- **Spooky Storytime at Georgia T. Lord Library (Goodyear)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–11am and 11:15am–12:15pm) at Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Ghost and monster stories and rhymes, then trick-or-treating through the library. Ages 3 to 5, with room for 25 kids per session; tickets go out at the front desk 15 minutes before. Free. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=401566
- **Fall Festival at Georgia T. Lord Library (Goodyear)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1:30–3:30pm) at Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. The library’s first Fall Festival, with carnival games and crafts, plus a costume parade and trick-or-treating at 2:30pm. It’s first come, first served for up to 100 people. Free. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=407547 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/fall-festival-at-georgia-t-lord-library-goodyear/
- **Toddler Halloween Story Time (Fountain Hills Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–11am) at Fountain Hills Library, 12901 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Halloween stories and crafts for 18 to 36 months, then trick-or-treating through the library. Come in costume. Free. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=373966
- **Saturday Costume Storytime (El Mirage Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10–11am) at El Mirage Library, 13513 N. El Mirage Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Saturday storytime for kids 5 and under, and this one’s a costume party. Free. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=386318 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/saturday-costume-storytime-el-mirage-library/
- **Halloween Stations at Southeast Regional Library (Gilbert)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 2:30–4:30pm) at Southeast Regional Library, 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stop in for Halloween crafts before trick-or-treating. Wear your costume; walk-ins welcome. Free. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=396157 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-stations-at-southeast-regional-library-gilbert/
- **Toddlertime Halloween Boo! at Mesa Main Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–11am) at Mesa Public Library, Main Library, 64 E. First St., Mesa, AZ 85201. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. A Halloween toddler time. Come in costume and bring a treat bag. Kids Need to Read joins in. Source: https://events.mesalibrary.org/event/toddlertime-presents-halloween-boo-192053
- **Halloween Boo StoryWalk at Dobson Ranch** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–11am) at Mesa Public Library, Dobson Ranch Library, 2425 S. Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ 85202. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Toddler time moves outside for a Halloween StoryWalk through Dobson Ranch Park next to the library. Source: https://events.mesalibrary.org/event/toddlertime-presents-halloween-boo-185882
- **Family Storytime with Mesa Arts Center** (Fri, Oct 30 · 9:15–9:45am or 9:45–10:15am) at Mesa Public Library, Gateway Library, 5036 S. Eastmark Parkway, Mesa, AZ 85212. Cost: Free; tickets handed out 15 minutes before. Ages 3–5. Indoor. A drama-based storytime led by Mesa Arts Center teaching artists, with acting and movement for ages 3 to 5. Space is ticketed, so arrive a little early. Source: https://events.mesalibrary.org/event/family-storytime-mesa-arts-center-192316 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/family-storytime-with-mesa-arts-center-public-library/
- **Halloween Candy Taste Test and Craft** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–12pm) at Mesa Public Library, Main Library, 64 E. First St., Mesa, AZ 85201. Cost: Free; supplies limited. Ages 5+. Indoor. A sensory-friendly Halloween session with a mystery candy taste test and a Q-tip skeleton portrait to take home. Source: https://events.mesalibrary.org/event/sensory-fun-halloween-candy-and-craft-192808 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-candy-taste-test-and-craft-mesa-public-library/
- **Webster Recreation Center Halloween Carnival** (Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–7:30pm) at Webster Recreation Center, 202 N. Sycamore, Mesa, AZ 85201. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Mesa's big neighborhood Halloween carnival, with free games and activities and a new trunk-or-treat this year. Wear a costume and bring a candy bag. Source: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/City-Calendar/Webster-Recreation-Centers-Halloween-Carnival Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/webster-recreation-center-halloween-carnival/
- **Haunted Hangar at Falcon Field Airport** (Sat, Oct 31 · 8–11am) at Falcon Field Airport, Historic WWII Hangar, 4626 E. Fighter Aces Dr., Mesa, AZ 85215. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. The Halloween edition of Cockpit Close-Up. Kids in costume trick-or-treat with city departments and airport businesses and see private planes up close with volunteer pilots. Source: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/City-Calendar/Haunted-Hangar Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/haunted-hangar-at-falcon-field-airport/
- **Halloween Celebration at Tempe Public Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10–11am) at Tempe Public Library, Desert Willow Program Room, 3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ 85282. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. A Halloween storytime, then trick-or-treating and crafts around the library and a visit from Tempe Police and Fire. Source: https://tempepubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17417175 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-celebration-at-tempe-public-library/
- **Spooktacular Week of Fun at Tempe Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · During library hours (Mon–Wed 9am–8pm; Thu–Sat 9am–5pm)) at Tempe Public Library youth area, 3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ 85282. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Halloween all week in the youth area, with scavenger hunts, Halloween storytimes and other drop-in activities. Source: https://tempepubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17417086 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spooktacular-week-of-fun-at-tempe-public-library-youth-area/
- **Heroes of Halloween** (Thu, Oct 29 · 5–7pm) at Heroes Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Ave., Glendale, AZ 85303. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. An all-ages evening of Halloween crafts and activities where kids meet local heroes. Costumes are encouraged. Source: https://glendaleaz.librarycalendar.com/event/heroes-halloween-31461
- **Old MacDonald's Pumpkin Patch at Great Arizona Puppet Theater** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · Thu–Fri 10am; Sat 10am and 2pm; Sun 2pm) at Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, AZ 85003. Cost: Tickets in advance at azpuppets.org or 602-262-2050; recommended for ages 2–8. Ages 2+. A rod-puppet show with sing-along farm songs that suits toddlers. Final weekend of the run. Source: https://www.azpuppets.org/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/old-macdonalds-pumpkin-patch-at-great-arizona-puppet-theater/
- **Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · Wed 4–9pm; Thu noon–9pm; Fri noon–10pm; Sat 10am–10pm) at Schnepf Farms, 24810 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142. Cost: Tickets online; 2 and under free. Ages 0+. The 30th year of the farm's fall party, with rides, a pumpkin patch and farm animals. It wraps up on Halloween. Friday afternoon and evening look stormy, so Saturday is the better farm day. Source: https://pumpkinandchiliparty.com Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/schnepf-farms-pumpkin-and-chili-party/
- **Vertuccio Farms Fall Festival** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · Mon–Thu 3–9pm; Fri–Sat 9am–10pm) at Vertuccio Farms, 4011 S. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ 85212. Cost: $17; 2 and under free. Ages 1+. A corn maze, petting zoo, barrel train, jump pad and giant slide. The farm adds Monday and Tuesday hours for the last week of October. Friday afternoon and evening look stormy, so Saturday is the better farm day. Source: https://vertucciofarms.com/events/fall-festival/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/vertuccio-farms-fall-festival/
- **Mother Nature's Farm Fall Festival** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · Daily 9am–9pm) at Mother Nature's Farm, 1663 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85233. Cost: $15 under 42 inches; $17 over; under 1 free. Ages 1+. Pumpkin patch and farm play in Gilbert, open through Nov 1. Tickets are sold at the farm only, and it's cash only inside. Friday evening and most of Sunday look rainy, so Saturday is the best day to go this weekend. Source: https://mothernaturesfarm.com/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/mother-natures-farm-fall-festival/
- **Entre Dos Mundos Día de Muertos Celebration** (Sun, Nov 1 · 12:30–3:30pm) at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225. Cost: Free (RSVP). Ages 0+. Face painting, calaca puppets, a community ofrenda and mariachi music at the arts center. Source: https://www.chandlercenter.org/events/entre-dos-mundos-dia-de-muertos-celebration Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/entre-dos-mundos-dia-de-muertos-celebration-chandler-center-arts/
- **Día de los Muertos at the Phoenix Zoo** (Sun, Nov 1 · 9am–1pm) at Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Cost: Included with zoo admission; face painting $3 for ages 3 and up. Ages 0+. Folklórico dancers, mariachi and crafts around the zoo. Face painting is for ages 3 and up. Steady rain is in the forecast for Sunday morning, so bring rain jackets and an umbrella. Source: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/dia-de-los-muertos/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/dia-de-los-muertos-at-the-phoenix-zoo/
- **Spook-Track-Ula at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · 6–9:30pm, timed entry) at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85250. Cost: $15 per person; members $5 off. Ages 2+. A spooky train ride, the carousel and the Storybook Train. The haunted walk-through is better for older kids. Friday evening looks stormy. The park emails reservation holders if weather cancels a night, so keep an eye on your inbox. Saturday looks much drier. Source: https://www.therailroadpark.com/event/halloween-spook-track-ula/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spook-track-ula-at-mccormick-stillman-railroad-park/
- **Glowing Pumpkins at Rawhide** (Thu, Oct 29; Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · Evenings, timed tickets) at Riverwalk at Rawhide, 5700 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler, AZ 85226. Cost: Timed tickets online; open to all ages. Ages 0+. A mile-long trail of more than 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins with lights and music. Last nights of the season. Friday evening looks stormy, so Saturday is the drier night to go. Source: https://glowingpumpkins.com/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/glowing-pumpkins-at-rawhide-riverwalk/
- **Halloween Party at Fairway Library (Sun City)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–5pm) at Fairway Library, 10600 W. Peoria Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. An all-day drop-in Halloween craft party. Kids in costume can get a special prize. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=407553 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-party-at-fairway-library-sun-city/
- **Halloween Party at Sun City Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–5pm) at Sun City Library, 16828 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Drop in for Halloween crafts and treats all day. Come in costume for a chance at a prize. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=407554 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/halloween-party-at-sun-city-library/
- **Bring Your Own Pumpkin at Perry Library (Gilbert)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 2–3pm) at Perry Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85297. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Bring a pumpkin and the library supplies the carving tools and cleanup. Grown-ups handle the sharp tools for kids under 12. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=412094 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/bring-your-own-pumpkin-at-perry-library-gilbert/
- **Preschool Playdate at Southeast Regional Library (Gilbert)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–10:45am) at Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85234. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Free play with toys and music for preschoolers. Registration is required. Source: https://events.mcldaz.org/event?id=413122
- **$5 Wristband Night at Enchanted Island** (Thu, Oct 29 · 4–8pm) at Enchanted Island Amusement Park, Encanto Park, 1202 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85007. Cost: $5 plus tax for an unlimited-ride wristband. Ages 1+. A one-night Thursday special at the little amusement park in Encanto Park: unlimited kiddie rides, the carousel and the train for a $5 wristband, from 4 to 8pm. Source: https://enchantedisland.com/
- **Baby Cuddles Storytime (Arabian Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10–10:30am) at Arabian Library, 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Cost: Free. Ages 0–2. Indoor. A short storytime for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes and books. A second session follows at 10:45am. Source: https://calendar.scottsdalelibrary.org/260197312

## Holiday season in Phoenix

- [Santa visits](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/santa/index.md): Breakfasts, photos and trains
- [Christmas lights](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-lights/index.md): Drive-thru and walk-through
- [Thanksgiving weekend](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/thanksgiving/index.md): Parades, turkey trots, what’s open
- [Parades & tree lightings](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-parades/index.md): Dates and start times
- [Christmas trains](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-trains/index.md): Polar Express and Santa trains
- [The Nutcracker](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/nutcracker/index.md): Shows for kids, sensory-friendly flagged
- [Christmas markets](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-markets/index.md): Markets and winter wonderlands
- [Christmas break](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-break/index.md): What’s open Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1
- [Noon Year’s Eve](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/noon-years-eve/index.md): Countdowns at noon
- [December with kids](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/december/index.md): Things to do all month
- [Ice skating](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/ice-skating/index.md): Holiday rinks and skate aids

## Nearby towns

- [Things to do with kids in Chandler, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/chandler/index.md): 15 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Scottsdale, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/scottsdale/index.md): 11 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Gilbert, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/gilbert/index.md): 8 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Mesa, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/mesa/index.md): 10 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Tempe, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/tempe/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Glendale, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/glendale/index.md): 5 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Fountain Hills, AZ](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/fountain-hills/index.md): 5 things to do with kids

## Seasonal events and guides

- [Things to do with kids in Phoenix in November](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/november/index.md)
- [Things to do with kids in Phoenix in December](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/december/index.md)
- [Santa visits in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/santa/index.md)
- [Christmas lights in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-lights/index.md)
- [Ice skating with kids in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/ice-skating/index.md)
- [Thanksgiving weekend in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/thanksgiving/index.md)
- [Christmas parades and tree lightings in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-parades/index.md)
- [Christmas train rides near Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-trains/index.md)
- [The Nutcracker for kids in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/nutcracker/index.md)
- [Christmas markets in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-markets/index.md)
- [Christmas break with kids in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/christmas-break/index.md)
- [Noon Year’s Eve in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/noon-years-eve/index.md)
- [Free things to do in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/free/index.md)
- [Free museum days in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/free-museum-days/index.md)
- [Indoor play places in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/indoor-play/index.md)
- [Library storytimes in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/storytime/index.md)
- [Birthday party places in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/birthday-parties/index.md)
- [Every year in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/yearly/index.md)

## About this list
- Published by Littles Weekly (https://littlesweekly.com/). Free weekly lists for kids ages 0–6, city by city.
- How we choose and check listings, and how to send a correction: https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/ (corrections: hello@littlesweekly.com).
- Sponsored spots are labeled on the HTML pages and are not part of this editorial list.
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## FAQ

### What can we do with kids this weekend in Phoenix?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) our top picks are [Chandler Halloween Spooktacular](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/chandler-halloween-spooktacular-community-center/) (Fri, Oct 30); [Itty Bitty Boo Bash](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-south-mountain-community-center/) (Sat, Oct 31); [Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spooky-safari-at-the-phoenix-zoo/) (Fri, Oct 30); [Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-childrens-museum-of-phoenix/) (Fri, Oct 30 and Sat, Oct 31). That’s four of 32 outings on this weekend, all checked on the organizer’s page and picked for kids ages 0–6. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all).

### What are kid-friendly things to do in Phoenix this weekend?
This week we found 45 outings that work for kids ages 0–6, and 32 of them are this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Our top three: Chandler Halloween Spooktacular, Itty Bitty Boo Bash, Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all).

### Where are the Halloween events for kids in Phoenix this week?
14 Halloween outings are on this week’s list for ages 0–6, including [Chandler Halloween Spooktacular](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/chandler-halloween-spooktacular-community-center/), [Itty Bitty Boo Bash](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/itty-bitty-boo-bash-south-mountain-community-center/), [Spooky Safari at the Phoenix Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/spooky-safari-at-the-phoenix-zoo/) and [Trick-or-Treat at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-childrens-museum-of-phoenix/). Each one’s page has the date, time, price and the organizer’s link. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in Phoenix this week?
Yes, 34 of this week’s 45 picks are free, including library storytimes and Itty Bitty Boo Bash. Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/guide/#free) in the city guide. Free museum days and free events coming up are on [free things to do with kids in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/free/). Regular free days, Museums on Us and EBT discounts for 2027 are on [free museum days in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/free-museum-days/).

### What are good indoor activities for kids in Phoenix when it rains?
27 picks this week are indoors, mostly at the libraries. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all). For indoor playgrounds and play spaces you can visit any week, see [indoor play places in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/indoor-play/).

### Where is storytime for little kids in Phoenix this week?
6 storytimes are on this week’s list, including [Yoga Storytime (Century)](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/yoga-storytime-century-library/) (Fri 10:15–10:45am), [Bilingual Family Storytime (Acacia)](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/bilingual-family-storytime-acacia-library/) (Fri 10:30–11am), [Family Storytime (Saguaro)](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/family-storytime-saguaro-library/) (Sat 9:15–9:45am) and [Family Storytime (Burton Barr Central)](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/events/family-storytime-burton-barr-central-library/) (Sat 10–10:30am). Each one links to the library or venue page we checked it on, so check there for registration. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all). For every weekly storytime by day and branch, see [library storytimes in Phoenix](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/storytime/).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Phoenix this week?
4 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including BabyTime (Century), BabyTime (Desert Broom) and Toddler Halloween Story Time (Fountain Hills Library). All of them are free, and all are indoors. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/phoenix/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the Phoenix list?
We go through Phoenix’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 29, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

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