CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville’s annual Halloween Festival will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2–4 p.m. at the Ting Pavilion. This fun, family-friendly event features performances from Character Connections, Brushwood School of Dance, and a magic show by Freckles ‘N Friends. There will also be a DJ, a costume contest, photo booth, inflatables, games, crafts, and more. The event concludes with trick-or-treating on the Downtown Mall from 4–4:30 p.m. This event is presented by Charlottesville Parks & Recreation in conjunction with Bama Works and Friends of Charlottesville Downtown.
Highlights include:
Songs from “Wicked”: friends at Character Connections will showcase performances from the musical.
Local youth performing: Brushwood School of Dance will perform.
Pumpkin decorating: put a silly face on a miniature pumpkin.
Costume contest: wear your best disguise for the costume contest.
Halloween-themed games: visit different stations for stamps and win a goodie bag.
Charlottesville Parks and Recreation, 501 East Main Street. For more information, please contact Ellen Joy at 434-970-3669.
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