Halloween is coming soon, and these community events are the perfect way to get into the spooky mood! From sensory-friendly trick-or-treating to messy mad science experiments, your whole family will have a scary good time in Pittsburgh this weekend.
Boo! A Sensory Friendly Halloween
Oct. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh | 10 Children’s Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
If your child is neurodivergent or has sensory sensitivities, traditional Halloween events can be overwhelming. This Halloween party is designed to be inclusive to children with specific sensory needs, with accommodations like lower lights and activities including a silent disco and sensory kit trick-or-treating.
$8, free for children ages 2 and younger | pittsburghkids.org/event/boo-a-sensory-friendly-halloween-4/
The Great Pumpkin Festival
Oct. 24, 6:30-8 p.m. (sensory hour at 5-6 p.m.)
Cranberry Township Municipal Building | 2525 Rochester Road, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
There’s nothing to be scared of at this family-friendly Halloween event hosted by the Cranberry Township Parks and Recreation Department and Cranberry Township Public Library! Attendees can take home a pumpkin and take part in a variety of fun Halloween activities. A sensory-friendly hour will be held before the event starts.
$20, $15 for Cranberry Township residents | cranberry4fun.com/3503/Parks-Recreation
MessFest – Halloween Edition
Oct. 25, 10 a.m.
Kamin Science Center | 1 Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Wear clothes you’re comfortable with getting dirty for this spooky, messy science event! There will be stations all around the museum where visitors can take part in fun experiments like creating giant bubbles and squishy slime.
Free with museum admission | kaminsciencecenter.org/events/messfest