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Halloween events in Meaford

Meaford 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.

Meaford Scarecrow Invasion - Downtown Scarecrow Displays

Dates TBA (Sep 9-Oct 18, 2026; hundreds of handmade scarecrows on lamp posts, storefronts and public spaces throughout downtown Meaford (Sykes St, Market Square & Meaford Hall); free to view; 2026 theme 'Peace, Love and Happiness' in the festival's 30th anniversary year) · Meaford Scarecrow Invasion - Downtown Scarecrow Displays More info

Meaford Scarecrow Invasion Apple Pie Contest

Dates TBA (Fri Oct 2, 2026; pie intake 11:00am-1:00pm at Christ Church Anglican, 34 Boucher St E; open to Grey County residents (plus Young Baker categories ages 8-12); winning pies auctioned and slices sold at the evening Family Festival) · Meaford Scarecrow Invasion Apple Pie Contest More info

Meaford Scarecrow Parade & Family Festival

Dates TBA (Fri Oct 2, 2026; Scarecrow Parade 6:00pm along Sykes St downtown, then the free Family Festival 6:30-8:30pm at the Rotary Harbour Pavilion (free children's activities, food, entertainment, vendors, apple pie auction & slices)) · Meaford Scarecrow Parade & Family Festival 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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