Oct 30-Nov 1: Weekend Washington County Events! 🍁

Hello, Washington County! 🎉

Buckle up, everyone! As I’m sure you’ve realized, Halloween is on a Saturday this year, which means the ghosts and goblins may be extra rowdy. It also means that we have a jam packed weekend of events celebrating Halloween, Día de los Muertos, and general fall vibes. Go take a nap and get ready for the weekend!

Always check the event source before heading out, as details can change last minute. I collect events and create this list by hand, so events aren’t automatically updated if there’s a change.

✅ means it’s a free event to attend. If you’re enjoying a free event, show some love by supporting the venue by purchasing food, drinks, or goods!

Friday, October 30

• Westside Quilters Guild Quilt Show
  10am-5pm, Westside Commons, Hillsboro
  See over 180 quilts while also shopping from local vendors.
• Halloween Storytime ✅
  10:30am-11am, Aloha Community Library, Aloha
  Gather your little ghosts and goblins for a not-so-scary Halloween Storytime filled with seasonal stories, songs, and rhymes. Kids can show off their costumes, which are encouraged but not required. For children and their families!
• Diwali Craft ✅
  10:30am-12:30pm, Bethany Library, Portland
  Celebrate Diwali with a fun craft program for kids ages 3 and up! Children will use provided materials to create their own Rangoli masterpieces to take home. Adult supervision is required.
• Trick or Treat Main Street ✅
  3:30pm-6pm, Main St, Tigard
  Head to Downtown Tigard for a family-friendly Halloween celebration! From 3:30 to 4:30pm, young children and neurodivergent kids can enjoy trick-or-treating in a quieter setting. From 4:30 to 6pm, all kids and families are welcome to trick-or-treat at participating Main Street businesses. Costumes are encouraged, and most of Main Street will be closed to traffic, so plan ahead for parking.
• Red Sled VIP Preview Night & 30th Year Celebration
  5pm-8pm, Red Sled Market, Tualatin
  Celebrate 30 years of Red Sled Market at its VIP Preview Night, kicking off the holiday season with early shopping, festive treats, wine, soda, and water, raffles, giveaways, and a custom anniversary cake. Meet local vendors and be among the first to shop this year’s gifts, décor, and handmade creations. Each VIP ticket admits two guests, so bring a friend for free!
• Pumpkin Patch Pool Party
  5:30pm-7:30pm, Aloha Swim Center, Beaverton
  Enjoy a spooky swim and choose a pumpkin from the floating pumpkin patch between 4:30 and 5pm, then stay for open swim from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Registration includes one pumpkin per child, open swim, and a treat bag to take home. Register children only, and note that kids under 6 must have an adult in a swimsuit in the water with them. Registration is required.
• Día de los Muertos ✅
  5:30pm-7:30pm, Tualatin Public Library, Tualatin
  Celebrate Día de los Muertos by honoring and remembering loved ones. Enjoy family-friendly crafts, pan dulce, and activities celebrating life, culture, and cherished memories. Everyone is welcome!
• Halloween Party
  6pm-9pm, Syndicate Wine Bar, Beaverton
  Join us for an adult costume party designed to allow parents to be home with their kids on Halloween. Don’t forget to plan your outfits, as there will be a costume contest at the end of the night.
• Killin Time Haunted Maze ✅
  6pm-9pm, Hillsboro Masonic Lodge, Hillsboro
  This year’s free, family-run haunted maze theme features eight horror movie rooms with live scare actors, plus a no-scare walkthrough option for all ages. Canned food donations for the Oregon Food Bank are welcome but never required for admission.
• Ghostly Haunts: Stories from the Community
  6:30pm-8pm, 1936 19th Ave, Forest Grove
  Join Stephanie Asher, a psychic empath, for a 90-minute presentation at the Old Train Station in Forest Grove, where she will share ghostly experiences and stories while you enjoy historic photos, cocoa, cider, and treats. The event is accessible for those with limited mobility and invites attendees to share their own spooky tales.
• Tales Told in the Dark
  7pm-9:30pm, 185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro
  Settle in for Tales Told in the Dark, an evening of original staged readings featuring spooky, suspenseful, mysterious, supernatural, psychological, darkly comic, and Halloween-inspired stories.
• Haunted Theatre 2026 – Apocalypse in the Grove
  time slots from 7pm-9:30pm, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
  Step into the year 2056 at Apocalypse in the Grove, an interactive, no-contact haunted theatre where alien invaders, cyborgs, and zombies have taken over the city. Choose your path: join the resistance with an optional laser-tag weapon or play a refugee trying to escape the chaos. Expect fog, laser lighting, loud noises, strobe effects, simulated fire, cold sparks, and sudden scares as you navigate the apocalypse.
• Halloween Dance Party and Costume Contest with The NyteBirds ✅
  7pm-11pm, Tigardville Station, Tigard
  Dress up for a Halloween dance party and costume contest with The NyteByrds! Dance to spooky Halloween songs and rock and dance hits from artists like Alanis, Journey, Heart, Joan Jett, Michael Jackson, Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, and many more.
• The Woman In Black
  7:30pm, The Vault Theater, Hillsboro
  Bag&Baggage presents The Woman in Black, Stephen Mallatratt’s chilling stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s celebrated ghost story. Set in a remote English village, the play follows a young lawyer uncovering the secrets of a recently deceased client and the vengeful presence that stands in his way. Just two actors portray all the characters in this atmospheric and relentless Halloween production.
• Pacific University Choral Concert
  7:30pm, Taylor Meade Performing Arts Center, Forest Grove
  Enjoy an evening of choral music with Pacific University’s Concert Choir and Chamber Singers. The Concert Choir presents Dreams of Who We Can Be, a collection exploring identity and our connection to the universe. The Chamber Singers will preview selections from their upcoming Oregon Music Educators Association Conference performance and premiere a newly commissioned work by composer Nathan Smith, featuring Jonah Lewis on marimba.
• The American Story Live: 250 Years of Becoming ✅
  7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
  Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through storytelling and music at The American Story Live: 250 Years of Becoming, presented by The Immigrant Story in partnership with the Reser and Portland Opera. Hear four extraordinary life stories paired with music spanning African American spirituals, gospel, hip-hop, and mariachi, featuring Alfrelynn Roberts, 3rd Twin, and Gemanereida Barragán-Cruz. This moving performance explores resilience, belonging, justice, and the many voices that continue to shape American history. Free with a sliding scale to $25 for those who are able. Please reserve tickets!
• Jacob Westfall – Live Music ✅
  7:30pm-9:30pm, Murrayhill Taphouse, Beaverton
  Catch Jacob Westfall live for an energetic performance blending pop, rock, and indie sounds. With powerful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and an engaging stage presence, he’ll bring plenty of energy to your evening.

Saturday, October 31

• Trunk or Treat at Portland Cars and Coffee ✅
  8am-11am, Langer’s Sherwood
  Celebrate Halloween at the annual Trunk or Treat! Decorate your vehicle with Halloween-themed items, hand out candy, and snap plenty of photos to share. The costume contest starts at 9am, with awards for kids, teens, and adults.
• Creature Teachers ✅
  10am-11am, Forest Grove City Library, Forest Grove
  Celebrate Halloween with a frightfully fun chance to learn about and meet some not-so-scary reptiles. Costumes are encouraged!
• Westside Quilters Guild Quilt Show
  10am-4pm, Westside Commons, Hillsboro
  See over 180 quilts while also shopping from local vendors.
• Yoga + Pint
  10:30am-11am, Great Notion Brewing, Beaverton
  Join a gentle yoga class at Great Notion Brewing Beaverton. All experience levels, abilities, and bodies are welcome! Bring your own mat and enjoy a pint included with registration. Make sure to register!
• Kids Costume Parade ✅
  11am-12pm, Beaverton Murray Scholls Library, Beaverton
  Put on your Halloween costume and dance around the library to your favorite Halloween tunes! For kids ages 2–8 and their families.
• Fall Festival
  11am-2pm, Cedar Hills Recreation Center, Portland
  Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring festive games, crafts, a sensory room, a silly science room, an obstacle course through Pirates Cove, and a photo room to show off your costumes!
• 2nd Annual Trick or Treat at Reed’s Crossing Town Center ✅
  11am-3pm, Reed’s Crossing, Hillsboro
  Bring the kids to Reed’s Crossing Town Center for family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treating! Participating businesses will hand out candy and welcome costumed visitors of all ages. Dress up, stroll through the town center, and enjoy a festive afternoon together.
• Willow & Ash 1 Year Anniversary ✅
  12pm-4pm, Willow & Ash, Hillsboro
  If you’re heading to Trick or Treat Main Street, stop by Willow & Ash beforehand for their 1st anniversary party! Enjoy goodies, door prizes, and celebratory vibes. Wear your costume!
• Annual Dog Costume Contest & Trick or Treat Trail! ✅
  1pm-2pm, Farmington Gardens, Beaverton
  Dress up your pup for the Annual Dog Costume Contest and compete for prizes in categories including Best Dog Costume, Best Dog and Handler Coordinating Costumes, Best Trick, and Funniest Dog Costume. Sign-in begins at 1pm, with the contest starting promptly at 1:15pm. Afterward, follow the Trick or Treat Trail through the garden center for a spooky, sweet adventure for the whole family.
• Bethany Village Halloween Hunt ✅
  1pm-3pm, Bethany Village Shopping Centre, Bethany Village
  Get ready to join the community for trick or treating around the village. Dress in your favorite costume and celebrate the holiday with treats and fun.
• Campy Horror Movie ✅
  1pm-3pm, Shute Park Library, Hillsboro
  Teens cast your vote when you arrive for a spooky movie night featuring matchups like Night of the Living Dead vs. Hellboy and Poultrygeist vs. Little Shop of Horrors. Costumes are encouraged, but keep in mind the room can get warm!
• Halloween at the Library ✅
  2pm-3pm, Cornelius Public Library, Cornelius
  Get an early start on Halloween at the library! Show off your costume and enjoy music, crafts, books, and plenty of candy. All ages are welcome!
• Trick or Treat the Merchants ✅
  3pm-5pm, Downtown Main St, Forest Grove
  Dress in costume to visit local businesses for trick or treating around Downtown Forest Grove! Check the website for a map of the participating businesses.
• Old Town Trick-or-Treating ✅
  3pm-6pm, Old Town Sherwood
  Add a little bookish magic to Halloween night! Stop by the Sherwood Library during Sherwood Main Street’s Old Town Trick-or-Treating event for candy and allergy-friendly treats, then visit the Sherwood Center for the Arts for another treat. The event takes place rain or shine.
• Day of the Dead Celebration ✅
  3pm-7pm, M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro
  Celebrate Día de los Muertos at M&M Marketplace with a family-friendly afternoon honoring loved ones, culture, and tradition. Enjoy music, altares, Catrina and Calaveritas contests, a literary contest, a photo booth, and face painting. Bring family and friends to explore the displays, take photos, and share in this meaningful celebration.
• Trick or Treat on Main Street and the Avenues ✅
  5pm-7pm, Main Street, Hillsboro
  Downtown Hillsboro has been a popular Halloween destination for families, originating from a collaboration among local business owners to create a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treating experience. The celebration, known as Safe N’ Sane, continues to thrive with businesses welcoming families and distributing candy each year. The Hillsboro Downtown Partnership supports this tradition, encouraging families to visit participating businesses while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
• Killin Time Haunted Maze ✅
  5pm-9pm, Hillsboro Masonic Lodge, Hillsboro
  This year’s free, family-run haunted maze theme features eight horror movie rooms with live scare actors, plus a no-scare walkthrough option for all ages. Canned food donations for the Oregon Food Bank are welcome but never required for admission.
• Ghost Tours in the Dark
  6:30pm-7:30pm, 1936 19th Ave, Forest Grove
  Join a walking tour of downtown Forest Grove starting at the Old Train Station, where you’ll hear tales from ancient Kalapuya legends to the “Satan’s Tea Kettle” mystery. The tour takes place rain or shine, so dress appropriately for the gradual incline. At the end of the tour, enjoy complimentary cocoa, cider, and treats.
• Haunted Theatre 2026 – Apocalypse in the Grove
  time slots from 7pm-9:30pm, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
  Step into the year 2056 at Apocalypse in the Grove, an interactive, no-contact haunted theatre where alien invaders, cyborgs, and zombies have taken over the city. Choose your path: join the resistance with an optional laser-tag weapon or play a refugee trying to escape the chaos. Expect fog, laser lighting, loud noises, strobe effects, simulated fire, cold sparks, and sudden scares as you navigate the apocalypse.
• The Woman In Black
  7:30pm, The Vault Theater, Hillsboro
  Bag&Baggage presents The Woman in Black, Stephen Mallatratt’s chilling stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s celebrated ghost story. Set in a remote English village, the play follows a young lawyer uncovering the secrets of a recently deceased client and the vengeful presence that stands in his way. Just two actors portray all the characters in this atmospheric and relentless Halloween production.
• Liberace and Liza: The Cedar Hills Have Eyes (A Tribute)
  7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
  David Saffert and Jillian Snow return to The Reser with their over-the-top portrayals of Liberace and Liza Minnelli for a Halloween cabaret featuring dazzling piano performances, big vocals, outrageous costume changes, and plenty of fog. The duo has become an international sensation, earning awards at the Brighton Fringe and Off West End before performing in London’s West End and at the Edinburgh Fringe. Costumes are encouraged, especially if you’re dressed as a celebrity, living or dead! Expect prizes, candy, tricks, and treats.
• Sharif Iman – Live Music ✅
  7:30pm-9:30pm, Murrayhill Taphouse, Beaverton
  Spend an evening with Portland-based singer-songwriter Sharif Iman. After more than 20 years honing his craft in Nashville, he brings soulful vocals and a mix of R&B, rock, and acoustic music influenced by Prince, Michael Jackson, and The Police, with heartfelt storytelling and messages of hope and inspiration.
• Haunted House and Halloween Dance Party
  8pm, McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, Hillsboro
  Put on your spookiest attire and head under the tent for a Halloween party full of treats, tricks, a costume contest, and dancing to the Monster Mash. Brave the Haunted Roadhouse for chills, thrills, and frightfully good cocktails, then catch live music from My Siamese Twin.
• Senet’s Halloween Party ✅
  7pm-12am, Senet Game Bar, Tigard
  Celebrate Halloween at Senet’s Annual Halloween Party! Show off your costume in the contest, play free bingo every hour for prizes, sing karaoke in the Halloween lounge, and enjoy spooky drink specials. Bring your friends and reserve ahead by DM, as space is limited.
• Halloween Featuring Remedy ✅
  8:30pm-12am, Coyote’s Bar and Grill, Hillsboro
  Get dressed up and celebrate Halloween with a night of fun and dancing! Prizes will be awarded for best dressed.

Sunday, November 1

• Scribes and Scribbles: Autumnal Zine ✅
  through Nov 22, Tigard Public Library, Tigard
  Share your short stories, poems, book reviews, and more for the Scribes and Scribbles: Autumnal Zine! All contributors will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Powell’s gift card. Submitting your work doesn’t guarantee publication.
• Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda ✅
  through Nov 30, Tigard Public Library, Tigard
  Honor loved ones who have passed by sharing their photos for the community ofrenda (altar) as part of the Día de los Muertos celebration. You can also decorate a calavera to help adorn the altar. Registration is required to submit photos and objects.
• The Big Bang Theory Trivia ✅
  11:30am-1:30pm, Langer’s Tack Room, Sherwood
  Bazinga! Test your knowledge of The Big Bang Theory at free trivia featuring $2 mimosas, a brunch buffet, and $150 in prizes. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a devoted fan, gather your friends and get ready to play. Ages 21 and over only.
• The Woman In Black
  2pm, The Vault Theater, Hillsboro
  Bag&Baggage presents The Woman in Black, Stephen Mallatratt’s chilling stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s celebrated ghost story. Set in a remote English village, the play follows a young lawyer uncovering the secrets of a recently deceased client and the vengeful presence that stands in his way. Just two actors portray all the characters in this atmospheric and relentless Halloween production.
• Día de los Muertos ✅
  2pm-3pm, Cornelius Public Library, Cornelius
  Come together for Día de los Muertos to honor departed loved ones by creating a beautiful altar and enjoying traditional bread. Everyone is welcome at this all-ages celebration, held in partnership with OCDC.
• Science Sunday: Pinecone Bird Feeders ✅
  3:30pm-4:30pm, Brookwood Library, Hillsboro
  Help Oregon’s winter birds with a little edible artistry! Make pinecone bird feeders at this all-ages Science Sunday craft.
• Day of the Dead Celebration ✅
  3pm-7pm, M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro
  Celebrate Día de los Muertos at M&M Marketplace with a family-friendly afternoon honoring loved ones, culture, and tradition. Enjoy music, altares, Catrina and Calaveritas contests, a literary contest, a photo booth, and face painting. Bring family and friends to explore the displays, take photos, and share in this meaningful celebration.

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