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Raleigh 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.

Oct 20, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
On this 50-minute guided walking tour, guests will wander through backstage corridors and performance spaces while hearing behind-the-scenes theatre stories, local ghost lore, and fascinating history connected to the building.
Each ticket also includes access to The Lounge, Martin Marietta Center's hospitality space featuring gothic-inspired décor, candlelight, and moody touches, along with one signature alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink per person. Please note, this tour is recommended for ages 12 and up. Accessible tour routes are available on October 4th and October 25th at 7:00pm.

Oct 22, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 25, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
This date and time is specifically for an accessible tour route. This thoughtfully designed route allows guests who require the use of the venue's elevators to comfortably experience the highlights of the tour.
On this 50-minute guided tour, guests will explore through backstage corridors and performance spaces featuring behind-the-scenes theatre stories, local ghost lore, and fascinating history connected to the building. Each ticket also includes access to The Lounge, Martin Marietta Center's hospitality space featuring gothic-inspired décor, candlelight, and moody touches, along with one signature alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink per person. Please note, this tour is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Oct 25, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 26, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 27, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 28, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 29, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Oct 31, 2026 · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
With two special showtimes, you can make a full day of Halloween fun for the kids! Wear your costume and step into a world of wizardry at this spellbinding concert! Enjoy magical music from Harry Potter's world and more. Enter the costume contest and win prizes.
Perfect for young witches, wizards, ghosts, and goblins. Free, kid-friendly activities will begin in the lobby one hour before each performance, including the chance to try out real musical instruments at the Symphony's popular Instrument Zoo! Enjoy a pre-concert Ovations performance by the Meredith Suzuki Strings beginning at 10:15am.
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