This annual tradition has become a local must-do event as Halloween enthusiasts of all ages descend on downtown Lexington to celebrate the season. Lexington’s largest free Halloween party will kick off with Halloween-inspired art and performances and culminate with the Halloween Parade and Thriller reenactment. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite serving up good eats and treats.

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Halloween Variety Show  4:45 pm – 6 pm
Curated by Mecca Live Studio, this stage show features a DJ spinning spooky tunes and Halloween-inspired performances by Lexington area arts groups such as Mecca, Dance Attack, Traci Stone Dance Studio, the March Madness Marching Band and many more.

Halloween Parade  6:30 pm – 7 pm
What are you going to be for Halloween? Before the Thriller reenactment, we hold a parade that is a celebration of all things Halloween! Join us in the parade to show off your creativity and Halloween spirit!

Thriller Parade 7 – 9 p.m.
Main St. (between Quality and Mill streets)

Other Lexington Parks & Recreation Events

Jack-o-lantern Trail 
McConnell Springs
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 | Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 | Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 | Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Trail times: 6:30 – 10 p.m. (gates close at 9:30 p.m.)
Admission: $6 per person at the gate (children 12 and under free)

Enjoy an enchanting Halloween experience at McConnell Springs Park featuring hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins as they light up the night. In addition to marveling at the glow of the pumpkins, there will be campfires and s’mores, live owls from Critters in the Classroom and tasty fall food and beverages. Perfect for all ages, this night hike will be a great event for all.

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival
More information coming soon.

Trick-or-treat
Oct. 31 *2024 Date & Time – Lexington always schedules TOT on 10/31
6 – 8 p.m.