Halloween festivities in Canandaigua are relocating to Outhouse Park for the year 2025.
The town of Canandaigua, New York, is gearing up for a thrilling Halloween season with a variety of events that cater to different interests and age groups. Here's a rundown of the exciting activities planned for this year:
1. Town of Canandaigua Halloween Event
After a successful 2024 event, the Town of Canandaigua's Halloween celebration is back, and this year, it's moving to a new location—Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park. Organized by the Town's Special Events Committee, this year's event promises to be a "SPOOKTACULAR Celebration!" The exact date for the event has not been announced yet, but it's sure to be a highlight of the Halloween season.
2. Trunk & Treat Halloween Celebration
The much-anticipated Trunk & Treat Halloween celebration is returning on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. Despite ongoing construction at the Uplands of Onanda Park, the celebration will still take place at Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park. Participating organizations will decorate their vehicles, open trunks to hand out candy, and offer games or activities for children. This free, family-friendly event will feature pop-up tents and free refreshments near Building 100 at Outhouse Park and at the concession stand at Motion Junction.
3. Haunted Housel
For those seeking a classic Halloween scare, the annual Haunted Housel in Canandaigua will not disappoint. This traditional haunted house setup will run from September 26, 2025, to October 31, 2025.
4. Spirit Fest at Lincoln Hill Farms
For a more relaxed Halloween experience, consider attending Spirit Fest at Lincoln Hill Farms on September 20, 2025. This event offers live music, spirit tastings from local distilleries, and Halloween festivities.
5. Adult Halloween Bash
For adults looking to let loose on Halloween night, the Hotel Canandaigua, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is hosting an Adult Halloween Bash. This event, scheduled for October 31, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:59 PM EDT, will feature live music by the Hard Promises, a light buffet refreshments, a cash bar, and costume contests with prizes for scariest, best couple, most original, and most over-the-top costumes. Tickets are $40 and include food and the first drink. Overnight rooms with breakfast are available for attendees.
These events offer a diverse range of Halloween-themed activities, ensuring there's something for everyone in Canandaigua this Halloween season. The Trunk & Treat celebration is expected to be bigger than ever, and new organizations are encouraged to take part. Whether you're a fan of haunted houses, live music, or simply enjoying the company of fellow Halloween enthusiasts, Canandaigua's 2025 Halloween celebrations have something for you.
- The Trunk & Treat Halloween celebration, a home-and-garden style event, will see participating organizations decorate their vehicles and offer games or activities for children, turning Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park into a vibrant, seasonal display on October 25, from 2 to 5 p.m.
- In the midst of the diverse range of Halloween activities, those seeking a more sophisticated lifestyle may be intrigued by the Adult Halloween Bash hosted by the Hotel Canandaigua, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, offering live music, a light buffet, cash bar, and costume contests on October 31, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:59 PM EDT.
