Halloween weekend plans in Wasaga Beach and nearby

A community guide to October 30 through November 1, with costume parties, family outings, haunted attractions and Sunday activities.

Halloween falls on Saturday, but the weekend's plans begin on Friday morning and continue into Sunday. Wasaga Beach has library gatherings, costume parties and its Pumpkin Trail, while nearby communities offer farm visits, museum activities, live music and theatre. There are also a few farther-afield choices for anyone planning a longer outing.

A few plans need an early decision. Tickets for Creemore's dinner theatre close just before noon on Thursday, October 29. Beach Bite's online cutoff is 11 a.m. Friday, and Road Waves' concert sales close at 6:29 p.m. Friday, unless either sells out earlier. All times below are local. Check the linked organizers for updates and current availability before leaving.

Wasaga Beach

Friday October 30

Tricks, Treats & Togetherness runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Gardens of Wasaga Beach Retirement Home, 705 River Road West. The library's intergenerational Halloween celebration brings participants together with seniors for stories, crafts and games. All ages are welcome, and costumes are encouraged. Use the library's registration link to check the arrangements before attending. Event details and registration.

For adults who would rather meet people over conversation, Small Talk, Big Connections: Halloween Edition takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West. The program is for people 18 and older, with icebreakers, conversation circles and time to mingle. The library describes it as speed-friending, not speed dating, so the focus is making friends. Halloween attire is encouraged; follow the registration link before making plans. Event details and registration.

Fright Night for Beach Bite follows from 7 to 11 p.m. at Wild Wing, 321 Main Street, Unit 3. The 19-plus costume party includes music by YES Entertainment, door prizes and costume prizes, alongside a food drive. Organizers ask guests to bring non-perishable food items. Listed admission is $15 plus a $0.38 service fee, and online ticket sales close at 11 a.m. Friday, October 30. Check ticket status before relying on this as your evening plan. Event details and tickets.

Also starting at 7 p.m., Halloween Hoopla supports Wasaga Minor Hockey in the Oakview Room at the RecPlex, 1724 Mosley Street. The event is 19-plus, with dancing, a costume contest and prizes. One drink and snacks are included with admission. Check the organizer's ticket page for the current price and availability before heading over. Halloween Hoopla tickets.

Saturday October 31

Mixed Groove plays The Hive from 7 to 10 p.m. for a 19-plus Halloween costume party at 1441 Mosley Street, Unit 1. The listing includes live music, prizes and drink specials. Guests are asked to contact the venue to reserve a seat. Call 705-429-2773 to ask about reservations and any cover charge before making the trip. Event details.

The Wasaga Beach Legion's Halloween party also runs on Saturday, from 7 to 11 p.m. at 1888 Klondike Park Road. The branch advertises entertainment by YES Entertainment, prizes and snacks. Tickets are $5 for members and $10 for non-members, sold at the bar or at the door. Check with the branch about any attendance requirements before making plans. Legion event details.

Sunday November 1

Keep your jack-o'-lantern for one more outing. The town's Pumpkin Trail runs from 5 to 9 p.m. at Oakview Woods Park and Trail, 1724 Mosley Street, with carved pumpkins displayed along the route.

Residents who want their own pumpkin included should drop it off at the park's designated location between noon and 4 p.m. on Sunday, then return for the evening trail. The drop-off window is separate from the viewing hours, so plan for two visits if you want to contribute a pumpkin and see it on display. Pumpkin Trail details.

Collingwood

Friday October 30

Friday live music in Collingwood: Road Waves performs Steely Dan's Can't Buy a Thrill in full, following a set of the band's own songs, at Milkbarn Sessions, 236 Eleventh Line. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. on October 30, with the show at 8 p.m. The concert is all ages, and admission is listed at $30 plus fees. The online ticket cutoff is 6:29 p.m. Friday, unless it sells out earlier. Concert details and tickets.

Saturday October 31

Saturday daytime in downtown Collingwood: Plan the Trick or Treat Trail for 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on October 31. Participating businesses display orange witch signs, while teal pumpkins identify businesses offering non-food treats. The costume contest starts at 12:30 p.m. in the Downtown Parkette, 84 Hurontario Street, with children's categories through age 12 and a family-group prize. The haunted Turpin Terror Truck is at the parkette from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Downtown event details.

Afterwards, Collingwood Museum, 45 St. Paul Street, has Halloween activities from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants of all ages can make a bookmark and button, try a scavenger hunt and pick up a treat while supplies last. Costumes are encouraged, and no registration is required. The timing makes it a practical second stop after the downtown costume contest. Museum event details.

Saturday film night in Collingwood: The Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario Street, screens The Rocky Horror Picture Show at 7:30 p.m. on October 31. This is a 19-plus film screening, with regular tickets listed at $15 plus fees. Costumes are encouraged, but rice and toast are not permitted. The theatre says its historic building is not accessible; email the venue about possible accommodations before booking. Screening details and tickets; venue accessibility information.

Spooky Island at Side Launch is a 19-plus Halloween party at 200 Mountain Road. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with the party starting at 8 p.m. and continuing late. The brewery advertises free admission, costumes, dancing and live music. Side Launch event details.

Clearview

Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31

Friday dinner theatre in Creemore: Medium to Bloody brings the Collingwood Improv Artists to Station on the Green, 10 Caroline Street East, on October 30. Doors open at 6 p.m., with dinner and the show beginning at 7 p.m. and the evening ending at 10 p.m. The 19-plus event is listed at $70 plus fees, including hors d'oeuvres and dinner. There is a cash bar and no ATM on site. The advertised sales deadline is noon Thursday, October 29, with checkout specifying 11:59 a.m., unless tickets sell out earlier. Dinner theatre details and tickets.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday at the GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Road North, Stayner. Clearview Community Theatre describes it as family-friendly and encourages children to wear Halloween costumes to Saturday's matinee. The venue is wheelchair-accessible, seating is not tiered, and the production carries a strobe-light warning. Check the ticket page for prices. The organizer advertises cash-only door sales when online sales close on performance day. Bring a printed confirmation or a screenshot showing your date and seats, because reception at the entrance is poor. Performance details and tickets.

Halloween Progressive Euchre takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Sunnidale Corners Community Centre, 12391 County Road 10, at Highway 26. The seniors' event costs $20, with treats and optional costumes. For tickets, contact Paula at 705-351-1598 or Marianne at 705-428-0223. Tournament details; hall location.

Elmvale and Tiny

Rounds Ranch on Friday Saturday and Sunday

Friday October 30: Rounds Ranch, 1922 County Road 92, Elmvale, offers Fall Fun Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission includes a pick-your-own pumpkin, self-guided activities and selected staffed attractions. The Friday program does not include Pumpkin Mania games. Posted gate prices are $24 plus HST for ages 10 to 64 and $20.49 plus HST for ages 2 to 9 and 65-plus; check the ticket page for online pricing. Fall Fun details.

Saturday October 31 and Sunday November 1: Ranch Roundup: Candy & Costumes runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Admission covers more than 25 Ranchland activities and a pick-your-own pumpkin, with attractions including the petting zoo, corn maze and tractor rides. Gate prices are $27 plus HST for ages 10 to 64 and $23.49 plus HST for ages 2 to 9 and 65-plus. Special Roundup games require extra game tickets. Animal feed, pony rides and the corn cannon also cost extra. Roundup details; 2026 rates and hours.

Buy online or at the gate, complete the required waiver, and bring socks for the jumping pillows. The farm operates rain or shine and has uneven ground. Tickets are non-refundable, with date transfers offered under the ranch's terms. Tickets; visit information.

Saturday October 31

Grimm Grounds in daylight: At Georgian Bay Park, 4230 Crossland Road, Tiny, the daytime session runs 1 to 4 p.m. Advertised admission is $10, sold onsite only. There are no live scare actors during the daytime visit, but the organizer warns that the attraction includes gore and scary monsters. Parents should judge whether the displays suit their children. Grimm Grounds details.

Grimm Grounds after dark is advertised for 7 to 10 p.m., with $16 admission, live scare actors, jump scares and theatrical effects. The organizer advertises onsite ticket sales at the Georgian Bay Grill. Linked online ticket pages show conflicting availability information, so confirm the October 31 night session and admission directly before travelling. Organizer's schedule and ticket information.

Zombie Hunt at Wasaga Adventure Park, 3600 Vigo Road, Elmvale, begins at 7 p.m., with the last ride at 10 p.m. Tickets are advertised at $24.99 for adults and $18.99 for children under 14, plus HST; paintballs cost extra. The attraction is recommended for ages eight and older and uses strobe lighting. Anyone under 18 needs an adult-signed waiver. Reservations are recommended. Zombie Hunt details.

Sunday November 1

Player Appreciation Day at Wasaga Adventure Park runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3600 Vigo Road, Elmvale. The park advertises free entry and marker rentals, with paint extra, alongside woodsball, speedball and airsoft activities, refreshments and draws. Check the park's participation requirements before attending. Player Appreciation Day details.

Blue Mountain Village

Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31

MJ Byrne's Halloween weekend brings costumes and prizes to 170 Jozo Weider Boulevard on both Friday and Saturday. The pub's current event page confirms the two-night celebration. Check directly with the venue for performance times, cover charges and age requirements before planning a late-night visit. Halloween weekend details; venue contact information.

Kaytoo's 20th Annual Graveyard Shift starts at 10 p.m. Saturday, October 31, and runs until 2 a.m. Sunday, November 1, at 176 Jozo Weider Boulevard. DJ PatriX provides the music. The advertised cover is $5 before 11 p.m.; check with Kaytoo for later admission charges and age requirements. Party details.

Minesing

Friday October 30

Night at the BOO-seum takes place at Simcoe County Museum, 1151 Highway 26, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The program is designed for children ages 3 to 10 and their families, with games, treats, face painting, potion-making and a not-so-spooky mystery tour. Admission is $10 for adults 21 to 64; $8 for seniors 65-plus and youth 12 to 20; $5 for children 4 to 11; and free for preschoolers and museum members. Most activities are outdoors, so dress for the weather. Museum event details.

Penetanguishene

Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31

Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, runs 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with Saturday the final night. Admission is $15 including tax, and children under six are free. Ticket arrival windows run from 6 to 9 p.m., so the 10 p.m. closing time should not be treated as an admission time. Friday also features Mini Monster Bash trick-or-treating and a 7:30 p.m. costume contest for children 12 and under. Pumpkinferno details and ticket link.

Saturday October 31

Halloween Spooktacular at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum, 13 Burke Street, runs 10 a.m. to noon. The children's program includes crafts, games, a scavenger hunt, face painting and a goodie bag. The advertised fee is $6 per child. Registration and adult supervision are required; the registration portal adds a 2.5 per cent credit-card fee. Check the portal for current space before making the trip. Museum event details; registration.

Tay

Saturday October 31

Halloween Lanterns at Tay Township Public Library starts at 1 p.m. at the J and M Young Branch, 715 Fourth Avenue, Port McNicoll. The program is for ages 12 and older, and registration is limited. Call 705-534-3511 or email library@taylibrary.ca to register and confirm the cost and finish time. Program details; branch location.

Coldwater

Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31

The Haunted Mill, 1 Mill Street, opens 6 to 9 p.m. both nights. Admission is $10, with tickets sold at the Artisan Boutique and last ticket sales at 8:30 p.m. Ask the mill about suitability for younger children before booking the indoor attraction. Haunted Mill details.

The mill also advertises the Marble Orchard, a separate, free, family-oriented outdoor display, daily through October 31 until 9 p.m. A start time is not listed, so check with the mill before arranging a daytime visit. Outdoor display and event information.

Farther afield in Barrie

Friday October 30

Three Graces tarot readings at Creative Palette Art are advertised from 4 to 8 p.m. at 36 Wellington Street West, Barrie. A 25-minute reading costs $55, booked in half-hour slots. Confirm any age requirement when booking. This venue is in Barrie, not Collingwood. Creative social events; studio location.

Pumpkin painting at the same studio also runs 4 to 8 p.m., for ages 10 and older. Prices are $40 for a six-inch pumpkin, $45 for an eight-inch pumpkin and $50 for a 12-inch pumpkin, with supplies and guidance included. Pre-book with Heather at 705-458-1278 or heather@creativepaletteart.com. Pumpkin-painting details.

Planning the weekend

Choose your ticketed or registered events first, then build the rest of the day around them. Downtown Collingwood's morning activities and afternoon museum program can be combined, while Rounds Ranch offers a longer daytime outing on either weekend day. For Sunday, the paintball park's daytime event and Wasaga Beach's evening Pumpkin Trail provide different ways to finish the weekend.

Outdoor events need weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Check each organizer's accessibility information, age rules, cancellation policy and latest updates. Where a price or age restriction is not stated above, confirm it directly rather than assuming admission is free or that every activity suits young children.