Halloween activities near McGregor, TX, are a great way to get the whole family into the spirit. With the new Chevy Trailblazer, it’s never been easier to visit haunted houses or family fun festivals in the area. From trunk-or-treat events to special activities at Camp Fimfo, there are plenty of events to take the whole family to near McGregor.
Family Fun Halloween Activities Near McGregor, TX
Fall Festivals
One of the highlights of fall every year is the Hay Barn Festival held in McGregor. This festival is designed for kids and has all the traditional festival hallmarks, from the costume contest to the raffle. This festival is in its fifth year, and it’s held on the evening of October 31st before sunset, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy the festival before the trick-or-treaters come.
This event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on October 31. This event will be at The Exchange Event Center, 300 S. Jefferson St., McGregor.
Trunk or Treat
The most prominent trunk or treat event in McGregor is at the Hay Barn Festival, but multiple community organizations hold them. There are also events in Killeen or Waco. These events are suitable for safe trick or treating in a controlled environment. For adventurous families, these events often have spots for community members who want to pass out candy as well as those bringing families to participate.
One option is The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network’s Trunk-or-Treat held on October 30th from 5 to 7 in the evening. This event will be at 6300 Imperial Dr. in Waco.
Haunted Houses
These houses are a staple of the season. Depending on how far the family is willing to travel, seeing a different house every weekend in the fall is possible. The haunts range from full-on scary experiences designed for teenagers up to milder versions perfect for the whole family. For those who want something a little less scary experience, there are haunted tours in Waco.
Brazos Tours holds mobile haunted tours Thursday through Saturday starting at 6 in the evening. The meeting point is 808 N. 15th St. in Waco.
Fun Run
While McGregor may not have its own themed fun run, neighboring Waco has a few. These events include a 5k, a fun run for kids, and events after the race that bring home that fall feel. This is a great option for the community, especially since running in costume is encouraged. Since there are a few races, families can pick which charitable cause they want to support through their race choice.
An option is the Humane Society of Central Texas 5k Zombie Run, which will be held on October 30th in Brazos Park in Waco. Another is the 5k hosted by Acres of Smiles, which will occur on October 28th with a start time of 9:30 a.m. in Brazos Park East in Waco.
Haunted Camping
Camp Fimfo near Waco embraces the spirit of the season each year, and the weekends in October are not to be missed. The camp features a haunted trail, costume contests, site decor contests, and more that are fun for the whole family. It’s a great option to get the family outdoors one more time before winter sets in.
Camp Fimfo is located at 520 Whitewater Way in New Braunfels, making it an easy drive from McGregor. Fall holiday weekends are October 4-5, 18-20, and 25-27.
There are many events for the fall season near McGregor, and each offers a unique opportunity for families to enjoy this holiday season. From fun runs to trunk-or-treat, there’s something for every activity level and age group. Stop by Jim Turner Chevrolet in McGregor, TX, today to look at cars perfect for all of these fall activities.
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