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Halloween events in Masterton

Masterton does Halloween properly: haunted houses that actually scare you, pumpkin patches worth the drive, and trick-or-treat streets the kids talk about all year. Here's what's on — confirmed dates first, then the annual traditions to watch for.

Annual traditions — dates TBA

These happen every year; exact dates are announced closer to the day.

Halloween in the Park - Masterton

Dates TBA (Sat Oct 31, 2026, 4pm-7pm; free family event at Queen Elizabeth Park, Masterton) · Queen Elizabeth Park - Halloween in the Park More info

Haunted Asylum - Masterton War Memorial Stadium

Dates TBA (Sat Oct 31, 2026, 6pm-10pm; $5 entry; presented by Wairarapa Theatre Company) · Masterton War Memorial Stadium - Haunted Asylum · $5 More info

SCREAM (1996) - 30th Anniversary Halloween Celebration at Regent 3 Cinemas

Dates TBA (Fri Oct 30, 2026, 7:30pm; $15; short film + feature film + prize; one night only) · Regent 3 Cinemas - SCREAM Halloween Celebration · $15 More info

The Invisible Man (1933) - Halloween Film Night at Aratoi

Dates TBA (Sat Oct 31, 2026; doors 7:15pm, film 7:30pm; $5 admission) · Aratoi Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - Halloween Film Night · $5 More info

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Good to know

Haunted houses sell out on the last two weekends — book ahead, don't walk up.
Pumpkin patches are best on weekday mornings: smaller crowds, better light for photos.
Bring cash for the farm stands; card readers and corn mazes don't always mix.
Check age guidance before bringing small kids to a haunt — 'family fright nights' are the gentler pick.

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