SAN ANGELO, TX — Families looking for Halloween activities this week can choose from free trunk-or-treats, indoor trick-or-treating, downtown events and ongoing pumpkin patches across the Concho Valley, with options continuing through the weekend.
Most events are free or low-cost and geared toward families. Several also include food drives, games, or carved pumpkin displays as Halloween approaches on Saturday.
Tuesday, Oct. 27
Sunset Mall will host its annual Walk-Thru Boo Halloween from 5 to 7 p.m. at 4001 Sunset Drive. Participants can go indoor trick-or-treating at participating stores and businesses, enter a costume contest for prizes, and vote on their favorite decorated pumpkin.
Central High School’s DECA chapter and Fillin’ Station will hold a trunk-or-treat and food drive from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 655 Caddo St. The free event includes candy and games. Attendees may optionally donate food for Fillin’ Station, the school’s food pantry and clothing closet. Requested items include canned meats, canned vegetables, beans, ramen, Fritos, instant potatoes, pasta and sauces, chili, crackers, snacks and drinks.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Shannon Medical Center will host a trunk-or-treat from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 4482 Sunset Drive.
Thursday, Oct. 29
Downtown San Angelo Inc. will hold its Trick-or-Treat Fest from 5 to 8 p.m. in the downtown area. Attendees can trick-or-treat at participating businesses and take part in games and other activities. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
The San Angelo YMCA will hold its annual Halloween at the Y from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 353 S. Randolph St. The free event features carnival-style games, bounce houses, a costume contest, a haunted house, and candy.
Friday, Oct. 30
Fort Concho Mission Church will hold a trunk-or-treat at 5:30 p.m. at 500 E. Ave. D. Guests can expect candy, hot dogs, glow bracelets, and free Bibles.
Car Town Hyundai at 501 N. Bryant Blvd. will host a trunk-or-treat with games and more from 5 to 8 p.m.
Nightmare at Camp Williams, a haunted outdoor maze at 10950 U.S. Highway 87 N. in Carlsbad, returns Friday and Saturday. Entry costs $20 per person. All guests must sign a waiver, and people 16 and younger must have adult supervision. Scaredy Cat Hour runs 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Full Scare runs 9 to 11:30 p.m.
Additional attractions Friday and Saturday include the Fort Concho House of Horrors from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at 630 S. Oakes St. (general admission $12; $10 for children and members) and a $10 haunted house at the YMCA tied to Toys for Tots.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Michelle’s Pumpkin Patch returns to 117 Dellwood Drive, weather permitting. From 6 to 9:30 p.m., visitors can see more than 500 carved pumpkins displaying pop culture characters and other icons.
Ongoing pumpkin patches
The pumpkin patch at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church at 4522 College Hills Blvd. opened Sept. 20 and remains open through Oct. 31. Admission is free. Pumpkin prices range from $1 to about $25 depending on size. Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays.
The Circle S Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch at 7305 Bean Road in Wall is open through Nov. 7. Attractions include a corn maze (this year’s design marks the 250th anniversary of the United States), pumpkin patch, you-pick flower patch, mega slide, corn cannons, and barrel train. Entry to the property costs $2 and is included in corn maze and VIP pass prices. Hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 1:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Corn maze admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children; ages 2 and under are free. VIP passes (all activities except the flower patch) are $15 for adults and $12 for children.
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