Halloween Events in Maine
Halloween 2011

Ghosts and goblins are no strangers to Maine. And why should they be? Even horror and suspense novelist Stephen King, calls Maine home. Supernatural spirits feel very comfortable here. And they are out in full force for the peculiar Halloween events in Maine.

Well before Halloween night, October 31st...

...spirits of the dead are visiting Maine haunted houses, keeping pace on lantern lit ghost tours, and lurking in hayfields...

...hoping to scare the living daylights out of unsuspecting souls, as they enjoy an otherwise peaceful Halloween hayride.

For the faint of heart there are plenty of other activities and events in Maine for Halloween. Not every hayride encounters a fabled Maine ghost (I think!).

Some hayrides simply take groups on a leisurely fall foliage ride through colorful pumpkin patches. And many other Maine Halloween events are well suited for big and little kids alike.

Halloweenfests and October festivals throughout the month provide a full schedule of family entertainment built around the best things to do in Maine in the Fall.

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Halloween in Maine Events Calendar 2011

With all the things to do in Maine for Halloween, this list will continue to grow. Please check back periodically to see what fun activities have been added.

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This list of Halloween events in Maine may not reflect schedule or venue changes, or cancellations. Before heading out, please confirm event dates, event locations, and possible weather cancellations.

Halloween Events in Maine 2011 are listed by event date. For maps and driving directions click on the Map links.

When: Ongoing July, 2011 through October, 2011
Where: Bath - Map, Boothbay Harbor - Map, Camden - Map, Damariscotta - Map, Wiscasset - Map
More information: Red Cloak Haunted History Tours website

Walking tours of Midcoast Maine villages, Camden, Damariscotta, Bath, Wiscasset, or Boothbay Harbor. The Lady in the Red Cloak takes you on a 90 minute tour through back streets by lantern light, searching for ghosts and history, spirits and mystery.

Appropriate for all ages, by reservation only, $12 adults, $7 for children under 12, free for children under 5. Please check the website, or call 207-380-3806 for complete schedule. Also available for special tours or events.

When: Ongoing July 2011 to October 2011
Where: Bangor, Maine - Map
More information: Bangor Museum and Center for History website, Events, Activities and Exhibits page

Children and adults can take an entertaining and educational walk through the history of Bangor, Maine, as they imagine presidents, gangsters and ghost of years gone by.

When: Ongoing Friday and Saturday nights (and Halloween night) September 30, 2011 to October 31, 2011
Where: Lincoln, Maine - Map
More information: Town of Lincoln Maine website, Events, Jaunted Hill page (opens in .pdf)

The Town of Lincoln's Haunted House, Haunted Hill, promises to live up to its name. So much so that it is not recommended for children under 5 years of age. The Town of Lincoln tells visitors to "prepare for a scare"!

When: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Sept. to Oct., with added Halloween Tours
Where: Portland, Maine - Map
More information: Wicked Walking Tours website

The legends and history of haunted Portland, Maine come to life, with the comedy and tragedy filled tales that "abound in this twisted tour". As a "doomed guide" leads you through the Portland Old Port neighborhood, you will be regaled with strange facts and interesting history.

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When: Select nights throughout October
Where: Lebanon, Maine - Map
More information: Destination Haunt Haunted House website

Destination Haunt combines four Halloween attractions into one Twilight Trail, Buried Alive Cemetery, the Execution Center and Lebanon Laboratory - make this one of the most frightful Halloween experiences in Maine.

Voted one of the best Halloween haunted houses in Maine, the houses is so haunting that Night Time Shows are recommended only for children age 13 and older. However, on Sunday Family Nights, Low Scare Nite - the entire family can enjoy Halloween entertainment.

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When: Select nights throughout October
Where: Scarborough, Maine - Map
More information: Haunted Hayrides website

Amongst acres of horrors, with ghouls and goblins in a haunted forest, the "Original Haunted Hayrides" will "Frighten you out of your skin!".

When: Friday and Saturday in October, and Sunday of Columbus Day Weekend
Where: Mechanic Falls, Maine - Map
More information: Harvest Hill Farm website

A haunting night ride "through the deep woods on the acreage of Harvest Hill Farms" on Route 26 in Mechanic Falls, Maine will give you the thrill of a lifetime. Perhaps you too will see the Ghost of Route 26!

When: Saturdays and Sundays in October
Where: Freeport, Maine - Map
More information: Wolfe's Neck Farm Website, Pumpkin Hayrides page

Come on out to the Farm for a family outing to remember. Set on the shores of Casco Bay, Wolfe's Neck Farm is a 626 acre nonprofit demonstration farm just a short, scenic drive from downtown Freeport and adjacent to Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park.

Enjoy the Maine fall foliage and take a hayride out to the pumpkin field. While you are here, visit the animals in the barnyard or go for a walk through the woods.

Pumpkin hayrides cost $6/person or $20/family (including pumpkins) and benefit the Wolfe's Neck Farm Education Program.

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When: Saturday, October 15, 2011
Where: Damariscotta, Maine - Map
More information: Mysterious Destinations website

Join Mysterious Destinations for a Midnight Explore of the haunted Rufus Flye House in Damariscotta. Learn to use equipment that detects paranormal activity and split into teams to collect evidence throughout the 3 story building. This house is home to mists, shadows, footsteps and verbal communication!

The $45 fee includes a light dinner at Salt Bay Cafe and a donation to the Pemaquid Watershed Association (both located in the building). Don't miss this adventure! By reservation only, call 207-380-4677.

A Haunted Combo is an additional option which includes a Red Cloak Haunted History Walking Tour of Damariscotta before the Midnight Explore. Save over 20% for a total price of $54.50.

More Halloween Events in Maine, October 2011...

When: Friday, October 21, 2011 - Saturday, October 22, 2011
Where: Gray, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Wildlife Park website

"Celebrate Halloween with the Park's native wildlife! Get into the spooky spirit!
Special Halloween Displays! Haunted Hay Rides! Wear your costumes! Games and Door Prizes! Regular Admission Fees. (Call office FMI 207-657-4977 if raining) The Nature Store and Snack Shack will be open for spooky snack & souvenirs!"

When: Friday, October 21, 2011 - Saturday, October 22, 2011, and Friday, October 28, 2011 - Saturday, October 29, 2011
Where: Prospect, Maine - Map
More information: Fort Knox website, Fright at the Fort page

At 9:00 PM each night see the Spooks and more, at Fright at the Fort!

When: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Where: Bucksport, Maine - Map
More information: Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce website, Ghostport page

Timed to coincide with Fright at the Fort (see listing above), which is held across the Bay, the Ghostport Festival in Bucksport is a family event with a definite Halloween theme. From a children's costume parade (The Little Goblin Parade) on Main Street, to Jonathon Buck's race to the Grave coffin race, and The Night of the Living Dead, everyone is sure to be in a haunted spirit.

Music, food, fireworks and much more are on the Ghostport schedule, as are shuttle rides to and from Fort Knox.

When: Friday, October 21, 2011 - Saturday, October 22, 2011
Where: Skowhegan, Maine - Map
More information: Town of Skowhegan, Maine website, October Event page

Skowhegan Parks and Recreation Department hosts an annual Halloween Haunted House at the Skowhegan Municipal Building. Beware, the house is full of fright and not recommended for small children. But Casper's House, also in the Skowhegan Municipal Building, is suited for kids.

When: Friday, October 21, 2011 - Sunday, October 23, 2011
Where: Ogunquit, Maine - Map
More information: Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce website, OgunquitFest page

This annual Ogunquit, Maine fall event has activities for the whole family, including pumpkin and cookie decorating, costume parade, classic car show, craft bazaar, haunted house, high heel race, bed race, ghost tours, wagon rides, storytelling, and a scarecrow contest.

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More Halloween Events in Maine, October 2011...

When: Friday, October 28, 2011
Where: Rockland Maine - Map
More information: Swing and Sway Dancing website

Join Midcoast Maine's favorite ballroom dance studio for our annual Halloween Costume Dance Party! Open to the Public, we'll be spinning music of every genre and dressing up in our wildest duds! Start the night off with a Salsa warm-up class at 6:30 (no prior experience necessary!). At 7:00 the lights are turned down, the music turned up and the dancing gets going! Come show us your moves (and learn some new ones!). Light refreshments provided; prize for best costume!

The dance studio is located at 143 Maverick Street, in Rockland, ME. $10 includes class, dance and light refreshments.

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When: Friday, October 28, 2011 - Saturday, October 29, 2011
Where: Boothbay, Maine - Map
More information: Boothbay Railway Village website

On the coal powered, steam driven Ghost Train Ride at Boothbay Railway Village, you will find yourself traveling through the "scariest little village in Maine". Try to outshine the ghosts if you wish, by coming in your own Halloween costume.

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When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 (Rain date October 30, 2011)
Where: Kittery, Maine - Map
More information: Fosters.com website, Kittery Recreation Halloween Celebration article

From Noon until 3:00 PM the whole family can enjoy pumpkin carving and pumpkin painting, hayrides, pony rides, games, a bouncer, community groups and of course, food. The event will be held at the "Old" Kittery Community Center located at Emery Field, 2 Cole Street, Kittery. Costumes are suggested!

When: Saturday, October 29, 2011
Where: Bangor, Maine - Map
More information: United Cerebral Palsy of Maine website

Nearly a decade of this family Halloween party has cultivated an exciting community tradition! Featuring hayrides, bounce houses, face painting, glowing jack-o-lanterns and more, this fundraiser has it all! 2010 saw record crowds and this year promises to be even bigger and better! As with all UCP of Maine events, ALL funds raised go directly back to supporting local children and adults living with disabilities.

When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 and Monday, October 31, 2011
Where: Newcastle, Maine - Map
More information: Mysterious Destinations website

Join Mysterious Destinations at the Tipsy Butler Bed and Breakfast and Newcastle Publick House for an Overnight with Myrtle at her residence as well as place of business. Even though Myrtle passed away many years ago, she keeps a very close eye on her properties! Dinner, desert, investigations of both buildings is included with the overnight! Don't miss this adventure!

By reservation only, call 207-380-4677. Mysterious Destinations will supply equipment used to detect the paranormal and will train you to use it. Two nights available for your stay.

When: Sunday, October 30, 2011
Where: Portland, Maine - Map
More information: Stacia's Photography website

Get dressed up and bring a non Perishable food item to...

...Stacia's Photography at 570 Brighton Ave , Portland, ME...

...for donation to Wayside Food Services, and receive a free costume portrait.

When: Monday, October 31, 2011
Where: Camden, Maine - Map
More information: Merryspring Nature Center website, 2011 Calendar

Merryspring and Ashwood Waldorf School sponsor the 4:00 PM Halloween Eve event, when "wee sprites and goblins" will be guided through jack-o-lantern lit woods filled with "fairytale vignettes". Twilight refreshments will be served in the garden.

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