Eight Fun Family-Friendly Halloween Activities on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

It’s not too late to take a trip to Oregon’s South Coast and enjoy the many festive fall and Halloween themed events the whole family will enjoy this month. Whether it’s trick or treating, scary movies or just an old-fashioned day at a local pumpkin patch….there is something for everyone on Oregon’s Adventure Coast - Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston!

Here’s a run down of some of the activities planned in the Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston area this season:

Find the Perfect Pumpkin at Mahaffy Ranch

Did you know there is an awesome U-Pick Pumpkin Patch right here in Coos Bay? A fun family outing awaits at Mahaffy Ranch when it is open to the public throughout the month of October! Kids of all ages love everything from the hayrides, the corn maze, the corn cannon, to the photo boards, BBQ, and much more! When: Daily through October 31st, 2018 (Mon-Fri: 12PM-5PM & Sat-Sun 10AM-6PM) Where: 10362 Highway 241 Coos Bay More Info: Visit mahaffyranch.com

Creature in the Crawlspace at The Liberty Theatre

The Little Theatre on the Bay at the Liberty Theatre presents: Creature in the Crawlspace, a classic Halloween story with thrills, mystery and even a moral. The location is the Clerval Estate, high on an ocean cliff. A thunderstorm is brewing. The Clerical sisters arrive out of the dark night and Mr. Weirdly, the caretaker, welcomes them to the home of their deceased brother. Moans and groans keep coming from somewhere within the aging house. When: October 26 – November 11, 2018 (Fri & Sat 7 PM, Sun 2PM) Where: 2100 Sherman Ave. North Bend OR, 97459 More Info: Call (541)756-4336 or visit thelibertytheatre.org

Catch a Spooky Movie at The Egyptian Theatre

The Egyptian Theatre, one Coos Bay’s most treasured sites, has been a cultural and historical icon of our downtown area since opening it’s in 1925. The theatre offers live music, hosts events, and shows classic and current movies throughout the year, but Halloween is an especially fun time to go. Their current line up of spooky cinematic events has something for everyone. When: Check movie schedule Where: 229 S Broadway, Coos Bay More Info: egyptiantheatreoregon.com

Halloween Farmers Market!

The Coos Bay Farmers Market and Coos Bay Downtown Association is wrapping up the 2018 downtown market season by hosting a special Halloween themed costume contest! Wear your sweetest, scariest and most clever Halloween costumes and report to the Info Booth (next to Jennie’s Shoes) at 11:30AM for judging and prizes for the top 3 costumes!
When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 9 AM – 2 PM Where: Downtown Coos Bay More Info: Click here

CBDA Halloween Trick or Treat!

Bring the kids to downtown Coos Bay for the Coos Bay Downtown Association’s annual Trick or Treat! Participating downtown merchants displaying the Orange Pumpkin Poster will have candy for trick-or-treaters. It’s a terrific way for your kids to enjoy Halloween! When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 3 PM – 5 PM PDT **Where: **Various locations in Downtown Coos Bay (look for the Orange Pumpkin Poster). For a complete list of participating Coos Bay Merchants, visit coosbaydowntown.org More Info: Click here

Mall-O-Ween Trick or Treat at Pony Village Mall

Calling all ghosts, goblins, princesses and everything in between! Come to Pony Village Mall on Halloween to Trick-or-Treat in a safe, dry, environment. There will be a fun costume contest for kids ages 0 to 12 years, live music by “The Buzz Krill”, a bus full of candy, games, and more! When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 5 PM – 8 PM **Where: ** Pony Village Mall, North Bend More Info: Call the mall office at (541)756-0433 or click here

Trunk Or Treat Charleston

Do your trick-or-treaters like fire trucks, boats and treats? Bring them to Charleston for a special evening of family friendly Halloween fun! Charleston Fishing Families and the Charleston Firefighters Association will be hosting Trunk-Or-Treat in the marina. This event is free and open the public. When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT Where: Charleston Marina, Charleston OR **More info: **Click here

Night at the Aquarium -In conjunction with Trunk Or Treat Charleston

Stop by the Charleston Marine Life Center for a special night of Halloween fun! The center will be decorated in spooky decor, including the tanks and exhibits, and will host a costume contest (all ages), Halloween crafts and face painting, and photo booths! This event is geared toward families with young children though everyone is welcome. Admission will be free, but donations will happily be accepted. When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT Where: Charleston Marine Life Center, Charleston OR More info: Click here

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