Harbor Halloween

Check out all of the ways you can celebrate spooky season at National Harbor!

Mark your calendars for our annual Harbor Halloween celebration on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Scroll down to check out all of fun!

HALLOWEEN SPINS

Children in costume get a FREE ride on The Capital Wheel with the purchase of adult ticket during operating hours. Trick or treat at the Spirit Park Carousel from 12:30 - 2:30pm with unlimited rides on the carousel. *Restrictions apply.

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Movies on the Potomac

1 ‑2:30pm | Plaza Screen

Grab your blanket and head down to the Plaza for a screening of our favorite Halloween flick, Hocus Pocus.

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Pumpkin Carving Contest

2:30pm | Plaza Stage

Cheer on National Harbor chefs & artists as they turn plain pumpkins into pure art.

Pet Pawrade

2:45pm | Plaza Stage

Don't forget about your family's furry friends! Get them dressed in costume and join in the Pet Pawrade. Prizes will be awarded for best costume, most creative costume and more. Be sure to take man's best friend down to The Capital Wheel, dogs ride free all day with paying adult.

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