The Botanical Garden is welcoming visitors of all ages to celebrate Halloween with four unique seasonal experiences running throughout October 2026. From family-friendly daytime adventures and educational night hikes to toddler programs and a self-guided poisonous plant tour, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Four Ways to Enjoy Halloween at the Garden

1. Halloween Howl Family Weekends, October 17-18 and October 24-25, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Perfect for families with children ages 1-10, Halloween Howl offers a fun, non-scary Halloween experience filled with nature-themed activities and seasonal discoveries. General Admission applies, but kids in costume come free!

2. Creatures of the Night Guided Walks, October 16-17, 22-24, and 29-30, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Designed for visitors aged 9 and up, these evening forest hikes explore the sounds, stories, folklore, and wildlife associated with the darker side of nature. Visit mun.ca/botanicalgarden to pre-register.

3. Nature Tots Halloween Celebrations, October 14, 21, 28, and 31, 9:30

The Garden’s popular weekly toddler-and-adult drop-in program will celebrate Halloween with themed activities geared toward young children. Drop-in, $15 for toddler and adult.

4. Poisonous Plant Walk, October 14 to 31, 10am-4pm.
Adult visitors can follow a self-guided pamphlet tour to discover some of the Garden’s most fascinating and potentially dangerous plants. Brochures will be available at the front desk!