Wakarusa Fall Festival

About the Event

The Wakarusa Fall Festival is a Halloween celebration for the whole family in downtown Wakarusa, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 11 AM to 9 PM. The Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to bring the kids, bring the candy bags, and bring their Halloween spirit.

This year's festival also celebrates the grand opening of the Quilt Garden Patio — a first look at what's ahead for Wakarusa's Quilt Garden. More information on upcoming events and town projects will be available at the Quilt Garden.

Activities & Attractions

• Trick-or-treating from 5 to 7 PM
• Costume contest
• Lamp post decorating contest
• Cake walk around the Pumpkin Tree
• Family games
• Haunted Museum at 403 E. Wabash
• Live music
• Street vendors and food vendors serving all day

Schedule & Logistics

• When: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11 AM – 9 PM
• Trick-or-treating: 5 – 7 PM
• Where: Downtown Wakarusa (100 W. Waterford St.)
• Haunted Museum: 403 E. Wabash