Halloween is a spooky time for families to create lasting memories. From eerie displays to costume contests, many activities in Salt Lake County cater to all ages, ensuring everyone gets in on the festive spirit. These family-friendly, spine-tingling adventures will bring excitement to your Halloween celebrations while keeping the scares at a comfortable level.

BooLights, Hogle Zoo (2600 Sunnyside Ave., SLC)

Specific nights from Oct. 2-30, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $12.95-$18.95

This after-hours light display transforms Hogle Zoo into a bewitching destination. With entertainment and attractions like Dr. Frankenstein's Lab Show at the Wildlife Theatre, the event is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Costumes are allowed, but face-covering masks and any resemblance of weapons are prohibited. Check HogleZoo.org for dates.

Little Haunts, This is the Place Heritage Park (2601 Sunnyside Ave., SLC)

Oct. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., $14.95-$18.95

Don your costumes and visit This is the Place for storytelling, trick-or-treating and take-home crafts. Learn about creepy bugs at the Creature Encounters and enjoy the petting corral, pony and train rides and more. Bring your own trick-or-treat bag. Tickets at ThisIsThePlace.org. 

Spooky, Wacky and Weird Tales, Farmington Community Center (120 S. Main Street)

Thursday, Oct. 17, 7-9 p.m.

Enjoy Halloween tales told by local storytellers. Join Trish Duncan, Karl Behling, Chadwick Greenhalgh and Dick Siddoway as they regale the audience with eerie, spooky and fun stories. 

BOOtanical, Red Butte Garden (300 Wakara Way, SLC)

Oct. 17-30, Members $13, Public $16

BOOtanical Nights, 6-9 p.m. and BOOtanical Days, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Visit the magical world of Wonderland, where you can find hidden seeds and stop the Jabberwocky from transforming Wonderland forever. Join the adventure at RedButteGarden.org.

Layton’s Halloween Bash, Layton Amphitheater Plaza (437 N. Wasatch Drive)

Friday, Oct. 18, 6-8:30 p.m., FREE (Refreshments available to purchase)

A haunted house, a spooky hollow and live Halloween music from Tron Jockeys will highlight Layton City’s Halloween Bash. Be sure to visit the Layton Heritage Museum for the Weird Science display and enter the costume contest at the Kenley Amphitheater. 

Clearfield’s Howl-o-Ween, Barlow Dog Park (2100 S. 500 West, Clearfield)

Saturday, Oct. 19, 5-7 p.m., FREE

Let Rover join the fun this Halloween with a special event just for pups. The Howl-o-Ween event at Barlow Park features a costume parade where your furry friend can show off their favorite costume. Participants receive a special treat and playtime with other dogs. 

Halloween Fun Fest & Disability Resource Fair, Miller Conference Center (9750 S. 300 West, Sandy)

Saturday, Oct. 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., FREE

This event features trick-or-treating, sensory activities and DJ Rebecca to keep the music hopping. Caregivers can chat with experts and find helpful resources. Costumes encouraged! 

North Salt Lake Spooktacular, Location TBD

Saturday, Oct. 26

Celebrate Halloween in North Salt Lake with costumes, a music DJ, a balloon artist, photo ops and treats. More info coming soon at NSLCity.org. 

Samhain Festival, Gallivan Center (239 S. Main Street, SLC)

Sunday, Oct. 27, Noon-7 p.m., $13-$15

Experience Samhain, the festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. Learn pagan traditions, enjoy live entertainment and food trucks, and activities for all ages. 

Halloween Spooktacular, Abravanel Hall (123 W. South Temple, SLC)

Tuesday, Oct. 29, $8-$45

Wear a costume to this night of hair-raising melodies featuring music from Halloween favorites. Watch and listen as members of the Utah Symphony bring monsters to life. Find tickets at UtahSymphony.org.