Spooky Season is Coming to Brownsburg!

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Get ready for a spooktacular October in Brownsburg! From monster-themed crafts and nighttime hikes to trailside treats, a family movie, and trick-or-treating, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween with family and friends.

Design n’ Dash: Monster Mash

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Get creative and celebrate Halloween at Design n’ Dash: Monster Mash! This free family-friendly program invites participants to create their very own silly, spooky monster! Paint or color popsicle sticks, then bring your creature to life with googly eyes, fuzzy accents, and all the fun, spooky details you can imagine. No two monsters will be the same. Let your creativity run wild!

Date: October 9, 5-6:30 PM
Location: Bundy Lodge, Arbuckle Acres Park

Sounds of the Night Hike

When the sun goes down, the park comes alive! Join us for our free annual Sounds of the Night Hike, where you’ll explore the trails after dark and discover the sights and sounds of the nighttime outdoors.

Keep your ears open. You never know what you might hear in the woods!

Date: October 23, 7:30 PM (one-hour hike)
Location: Williams Park, Meet at Shelter 3

Trail & Treat

A group of four people, including a person dressed as Darth Vader, smiling at a Halloween event. They are standing behind a table with a brightly colored tablecloth featuring festive patterns, a bowl labeled ‘TRICK OR TREAT,’ and a sign that says ‘HAPPY HALLOWEEN.’

Put a new twist on trick-or-treating at Trail & Treat, presented by Centier Bank! Families can hit the trail and enjoy Halloween treats along the way. Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready for a fun-filled evening outdoors.

Date: October 24, 5-7 PM
Location: Williams Park

Movies in the Park: The Addams Family

A group of people sitting on blankets and folding chairs in a park, watching a movie on a large outdoor screen during sunset.

Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favorite movie snacks for a spooky night under the stars! Our Movies in the Park features The Addams Family (2019), the animated comedy featuring everyone’s favorite delightfully strange family.

Come dressed in costume, bring the whole family, and enjoy a free movie in the park!

Date: October 30
Costume Contest: 6:30 PM
Movie Begins: 7 PM
Location: Arbuckle Acres Park

Admission is free. No registration required.

Trick-or-Treat on Halloween

Two carved Halloween pumpkins with smiling and menacing faces, surrounded by autumn leaves, in a wooded area.

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, giving Brownsburg families plenty of time to get into the spooky spirit! Brownsburg’s recommended trick-or-treating time is 5–9 p.m. on Saturday, October 31.

Trick-or-Treating Tips

  • Carry a flashlight or glow stick to help stay visible after dark.
  • Stick to sidewalks and cross at designated crossings whenever possible.
  • Look both ways before crossing the street.
  • Young children should be accompanied by an adult.
  • Drivers should slow down and watch carefully for pedestrians.

Author

  • Shelby Abner is the Community Relations Senior Manager for the Town of Brownsburg. Raised in Hendricks County, Shelby and her husband have called Brownsburg home since 2016. With her camera in hand, you’ll often find her exploring the town, supporting local small businesses, and spending quality time with her family at the parks. Shelby takes pride in the growth that Brownsburg has experienced over the years and appreciates the wonderful amenities and assets that the community has to offer, including special events, diverse dining options, and unique shopping experiences.

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