City of Henderson Halloween Events

Fun with Food Friday
October 6, 13, and 20 | Valley View Recreation Center

Join us for a tasty good time as we create edible art and delectable designs with food. You won’t want to miss out on these spooktacular specialties that are sure to suit even the most ghoulish of taste buds. 
Registration is $3.

Spooky Birds
Saturday, October 7 | Bird Viewing Preserve

Learn about spooky birds, make a craft, take a tour on the Bird Mobile, and trick or treat along the Bird Viewing Preserve’s walking path. Watch out for things that go bump in the night.
Registration is $7 when purchased in advance and $10 the day of.

Cosmic Swim Freaky Friday
Friday, October 13 | Henderson Multigenerational Indoor Pool

A haunted spooktacular cosmic experience of light and sound. Your interstellar aquatic experience includes music, lights, and glow gear. Don’t be scared, all ghouls and gals are welcome.
Registration is $5.

Little Villains Ball
Friday, October 13 | Valley View Recreation Center

Calling all villains! Dress your children up as their favorite Disney villain while celebrating All Hallow’s Eve. Tell them to bring their dancing feet and a sweet tooth to celebrate the misunderstood. Snacks and refreshments will be provided while supplies last. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is $5.

Escape Room Series: Goosebumps
October 13-14 | Downtown Recreation Center

Looking for something fun to do with the family? Join us for a Goosebumps-themed escape room. Families will have one hour to escape the room. Each reservation time slot below holds a maximum of 10 participants from the same household.
Registration is $15.

10th Annual Zombie 5k Run
Saturday, October 14 | Cornerstone Park

The walking dead return to Cornerstone Park! Participants are encouraged to come dressed in their best Halloween costumes or as a member of the undead. Souvenir T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 300 participants. All fitness levels are welcome.

5K Run registration fees start at $45, 1-mile walk registration fees start at $25.

Heritage Harvest Festival 
Saturday, October 14 | Heritage Park Senior Facility

Come on down to our annual family friendly festival. Live entertainment, a craft fair with 40+ vendors, children’s activities including a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting and multiple games for all ages. There will be free food items and refreshments that include popcorn and cotton candy. Other refreshments are available at a nominal fee. Explore a variety of senior health and information booths, volunteer opportunities, safety information and free health screenings. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required and all ages are welcome.

Ghost Hunting 101
Friday, October 20 | Valley View Recreation Center

Have you ever been interested in the paranormal? Join us at Valley View Recreation Center to learn about the basics of paranormal investigating and research, decipher false positives, safety protocols, different spiritual hauntings and the equipment used. Feel free to bring your own dowsing rods and digital cameras to try and capture apparitions and orbs. We are searching for authentic experiences and take this seriously.
Registration is $20.

Haunted Ghost Tour
Friday, October 20 | Whitney Ranch Recreation Center

Join us in the most haunted sites in Henderson and Las Vegas with local Paranormal Specialist David Castle. Learn the history behind these haunted locations, use paranormal investigative tools and listen to your guide tell you scary stories as you go. Find out if the stories are true yourself on this on and off bus tour.
Registration is $30.

Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 26 | Black Mountain Recreation Center

Trunk or Treat is back at Black Mountain Recreation Center! Put on your costume and follow the trick-or-treat trail in our parking lot where we pass out treats (or tricks) from the trunks of our festively decorated cars. The events include a variety of activities and entertainment.
Registration is $3 when purchased in advance and $5 at the door.

Haunting at the Ranch
Friday, October 27 | Whitney Ranch Recreation Center

Calling all Ghouls and Goblins, come dressed to impress at our first annual masquerade ball! Enjoy a night of dancing with a live DJ, spooky games and activities along with light refreshments. Prizes will be awarded for best costume in the following categories: Best Dressed, Spookiest, Most Comical, Fantastic Duo & Best Themed Group.
Registration is $10.

Pet Trick-or-Treat 1-mile Walk
Saturday, October 28 | Heritage Bark Park

Show off your pet’s Halloween costume and bring a trick-or-treat pail as you walk along Heritage Park Trail stopping along the way to collect dog treats. Prizes will be awarded for best costume and best human/pet costume combo during each session. Join us for an after party in the dog park where we will announce the winners.
Registration is $7 beforehand and $10 the day of.

Teenie Weenie Halloweenie
Tuesday, October 31 | Valley View Recreation Center

Get your little ones dressed in their favorite costume and take part in some spooktacular shenanigans! Candy, games and fun for everyone who comes to celebrate. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is $5