Seasonal Fall Fun for the Whole Family

It's Fall, y'all, and we're so excited to invite you to enjoy all of what this season have to offer at our upcoming events and programs. No matter what you love about this season, from the crisp and cozy, to the creepy and costumed, we've got something for you and your whole family. We've got some seasonal highlights below, but check out our online calendar for all upcoming events, registration info, and details!

Fall Colors Sunset Paddle

Enjoy the fall colors of the trees along Lake Michie while paddling canoes and kayaks with DPR staff. We will provide the equipment, you bring weather-appropriate clothes and wear closed-toe shoes. 

Friday, October 14
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Lake Michie Park and Marina (Boating Area)
2802 Bahama Road
Bahama, NC 27503

Registration required.* City Resident $8 | Non City Resident $13
Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fright Night

It's the most frightening time of the year! All ghosts, witches, and monsters alike are invited to join us for Fright Night on October 14 at Edison Johnson Recreation Center! This FREE event features carnival games, a puppet show, a costume parade, a fun house, a family-friendly movie, and a haunted trail. It's going to be scary fun! 

Dressing up isn’t just for the little ones. Everyone is encouraged to get in the spirit and wear your favorite costume. Registration is not required, and you’re welcome to come for the entire time or just drop-in. Parking will be available at the recreation center and the Museum of Life and Science overflow parking lot. 

Friday, October 14
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Edison Johnson Recreation Center and Rock Quarry Park

500 W Murray Avenue

No registration required. FREE

Starlight Paddle

See a different side of Lake Michie with an evening Starlight Paddle. With its dark sky, Lake Michie offers excellent sky-watching opportunities, especially on the water. We will provide canoes and kayaks as a group to enjoy the beauty of the night sky over the lake. We will provide the equipment; you bring weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. 

Friday, October 14, 2022
8 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Lake Michie Park and Marina (Boating Area)
2802 Bahama Road

Registration required.* City Resident $8 | Non City Resident $13
Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Pumpkin Splash

Select your favorite pumpkin from one of many FLOATING in the pool, dry it off on the pool deck and use paints, stickers, and all kinds of fun craft supplies to decorate it. All swim levels are welcome and life vests will be provided. An adult will need to enter the water with children 9 years of age and younger.

Saturday, October 15
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Edison Johnson Aquatic Center
500 West Murray Avenue

Registration required.* City Resident $6 | Non City Resident $11

Trunk or Treat

Join us for a FREE, fun-filled family event celebrating fall! Open car trunks will offer candy and display decorations for ages 7 and up. Costumes are not required, but will make the event more exciting! Parents are encouraged to participate with their cars, but it is not required.

Friday, October 28
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Holton Career and Resource Center
401 N Driver Street

Registration required.* FREE.

Barktoberfest

Barktoberfest is a celebration for our canine residents and their families. Join us for an afternoon of fun including a costume contest, games, a beer garden, pet-friendly organizations and vendors, food vendors, and more! Check out barktoberfest.info for details.

 

Saturday, October 29
3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Durham Central Park
501 Foster Street

No registration required. FREE and open to all ages.

Halloween Flashlight Scavenger Hunt

Looking for a fun Halloween activity for the whole family? This activity is just for you! Bring your family or team of friends and come race through West Point on the Eno after dark. You will search for hidden reflective Halloween and nature themed “targets” around the park using flashlights. 

Friday, October 28

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. (8 - 9 p.m. time slot still available)

West Point on the Eno, Environmental Education Pavilion

5253 N Roxboro Street

Registration required.* $1.50 Resident | $6.50 Non-resident

Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Creepy Clown Trail

Maybe you've heard the old tales of a dark and stormy night and the clown car crash that was never recovered from the Eno River...legend has it that once a year, clowns can be seen along the trails of West Point on the Eno. Whether you believe the stories or not, we dare you to join us for a creepy take on our popular flashlight scavenger hunt. Bring a flashlight and search for clowns along the trail, but watch out for Buttons... he’s a little grumpy. 

Friday, October 28
10 p.m. - Midnight
West Point on the Eno, Environmental Education Pavilion
5253 N Roxboro Street

Registration required.* Adults only. $1.50 Resident | $6.50 Non-resident.

HallowEno

Join us for our 34th annual Halloween event, an evening full of fun for the whole family! Designed particularly for children ages 12 and younger, this FREE special event features campfire stories and songs, hayrides, treats, crafts, games, and more. Come on out, rain or shine!

Monday, October 31, 2022
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
West Point on the Eno
5101 N Roxboro Street

No registration required. FREE.

*Register online by finding your favorite event on the online calendar, and clicking "register."