The Alexandria Mom’s Fall Edit | Your Guide to Trick-or-Treating in Alexandria VA
Halloween is almost here, and if you’re looking for places to go trick-or-treating in Alexandria VA with the kids, you have options beyond your neighborhood sidewalks.
From classic door-to-door trick-or-treating to community trunk-or-treats, family-friendly Halloween events, and festive neighborhood gatherings, this guide rounds up spots around Alexandria and Fairfax County to add to your Halloween plans.
Whether you have a toddler who’s ready for their first candy haul or big kids who are already planning their costumes, consider this your go-to list for finding a little Halloween fun close to home.
Last updated: October 23, 2026
✨Event details and availability can change. Check the organizer’s page before heading out.✨
The Master Guide to Trick-or-Treating in Alexandria VA
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Friday, October 23
Trunk-or-Treat at St. John’s Lutheran Church & School
Friday, October 23 | 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church & School
Enjoy an evening of decorated trunks, trick-or-treating, and community Halloween fun.
The 5–5:30 PM session is reserved for St. John’s families.
Teen Slime Lab
Friday, October 23 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
YMCA Alexandria
Celebrate Halloween with decorated trunks, treats, and community fun at YMCA Alexandria.
Saturday, October 24
Old Town Trick-or-Treat
Saturday, October 24 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Old Town Alexandria - Start at Pippin Toy Co.
One of Alexandria’s sweetest Halloween traditions is back—and this year, Pippin Toy Co. is keeping the fun going. Start at Pippin Toy Co. on King Street to grab your map, then let the kids trick-or-treat their way through Old Town, stopping at participating local businesses and historic spots along the way.
Fall Festival at Del Ray United Methodist Church
Sunday, October 25 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Del Ray Methodist Church
Get the kids in costume and head to Calvary Road Baptist Church for an afternoon of Halloween fun. Kids can trick-or-treat at decorated trunks and a decorated school bus, then vote for their favorite trunk.
When everyone gets hungry, the Very Tasty Smokehouse BBQ food truck will be there.
Spooktacular Family Fest at SafeSplash Alexandria Kingstowne
Saturday, October 24 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Safe Splash Alexandria Kingstown
SafeSplash is hosting an evening of pumpkin swimming, trunk-or-treating, crafts, games, music, and food trucks. It’s a festive way to get the kids out of the house, burn off some energy, and squeeze in one more Halloween outing before the big day.
Sunday, October 25
Trail-or-Treat at Chessie’s Big Backyard Trail
Sunday, October 25 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Chessie's Big Backyard Trail
Swap the sidewalk for a scenic trail at this free, family-friendly Halloween event in Alexandria. Little ones can dress up, collect candy, and enjoy a .4-mile walk through the woods, with a few sweet surprises along the way.
Trunk-or-Treat at Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church
Sunday, October 25 | 12:00 pm
Mount Vernon Presybterian Church
Add a daytime Halloween outing to your calendar with trunk-or-treating at Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church.
The event follows the church’s 10:30 AM in-person worship service.
Fall Festival at Del Ray United Methodist Church
Sunday, October 25 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Del Ray Methodist Church
Happening after the Del Ray Halloween Parade, this community fall festival features a petting zoo, trunk-or-treat-style candy stops, games, and live music from the Alexandria Citizens Band.
Trunk-or-Treat & Fall Festival at Aldersgate UMC
Sunday, October 25 | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Aldersgate United Methodist Church
Bring the family for trunk-or-treating, live music, food, inflatable activities, and a live reptile demonstration. A haunted house is also part of the event
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Thursday, October 29
Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat at Alexandria Police Headquarters
Thursday, October 29 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Alexandria Police Headquarters
Collect treats from decorated police, fire, and emergency vehicles while meeting local first responders at this family-friendly Halloween event.
Friday, October 30
Trick-or-Treat at Hollin Hall Shopping Center
Friday, October 30 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollin Hall Shopping Center
Get a head start on Halloween with an afternoon of trick-or-treating at participating small businesses in Hollin Hall Shopping Center.
Follow the orange balloons to find participating stores handing out treats and sweets.
All-Ages Halloween Spooktacular at Mount Vernon Unitarian Church
Friday, October 30 | 11:00 am– 12:00 pm
Mount Vernon Unitarian Church
Mount Vernon Unitarian Church is hosting an evening of community fun, with trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, spooky treats, a haunted house, and a Hocus Pocus screening to close out the night. Neighbors, friends, and all ages are welcome!
Trunk-or-treating runs 5:30–6:30 PM, the costume contest runs 7:15–7:45 PM, and the movie begins at 7:45 PM. Check the full schedule for age guidance and other activities.
Trunk or Treat at Faith Fellowship Assembly of God
Friday, October 30 | 4:00 pm– 5:00 pm
Sherwood Regional Library | Ages 6 - 12
Registration required
Make a witch's brew, vampire's bloodbath, or creepy-crawly concoction.
Customize the color of your slime and add spooky decor (e.g., eyeball, insects).
Saturday, October 31
Alexandria Fall-O-Ween 2026 at John Carlyle Square Park
Saturday, October 31 | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
John Carlyle Square Park
Celebrate spooky season at Alexandria Fall-O-Ween, a free, family-friendly festival at John Carlyle Square Park featuring local artisans, sweet treats, pumpkin painting, face painting, and a beer garden!
Rock or Treat at School of Rock Alexandria
Saturday, October 31 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
School of Rock Alexandria
Celebrate Halloween at School of Rock Alexandria’s free Rock or Treat event featuring trick-or-treat stations, live music, costumes, and fun for all
Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon
Saturday, October 31 | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Dress up for Halloween at Mount Vernon with trick-or-treating on the historic grounds, a costume parade, magic shows, and colonial demonstrations!
