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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 25, 2026.
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Trick-or-treating
Trick-or-treat your way around National Harbor! From 12:30–2:30 pm, little ghosts and goblins can visit 40+ participating restaurants and retailers throughout the property to collect Halloween treats. Costumes are encouraged, so grab your candy bag and get ready for a sweet afternoon at Harbor Halloween! Candy bags sponsored Andrews Federal Credit Union and Tom's Watch Bar will be available for pick-up on the Plaza, one bag per child, first come first served.
Participating Locations
| Ben & Jerry's | Bobby McKey's | Build-A-Bear |
| Cadillac Ranch | Comfort One Shoes | Community Love |
| Corinto Gallery | CVS | Fogo de Chão |
| Hampton Inn | House of JonLei Atelier | Hyatt Place |
| illy Cafe | IT'SUGAR | MahoganyBooks |
| Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls | Muse Paintbar | Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings |
| Nando's Peri-Peri | Panda Tea House | Pepper Palace |
| Prince George's Arts & Humanities Council | Redstone American Grill | Rosa Mexicano |
| Savannah's Candy Kitchen | Silver Diner | Sip & Develop |
Spirit Park Carousel | SUCCOTASH | Thread & Sole by Ki-Netics Lab |
| Tom's Watch Bar | Walrus Oyster & Ale House | Westin |
| Wigenton Candle Co. | Yard Milkshake | ZAAF |
| Fiorella Italian Kitchen |
Beyond the shops and restaurants listed above, stop by the Plaza for candy bags and non-candy treats from Andrews Federal Credit Union. Then head to the Capital Canopy for trick-or-treating with Prince George’s County Police and Fire/EMS Departments, visit Metropolis Parking in the Spirt Park Log, and swing by American Way for free popcorn from the Office of Community Relations’ 311 On the Go! Mobile Unit.
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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.
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.
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.
Sip & Develop’s Haunted Darkroom Costume Contest
Something wicked is developing at Sip & Develop! From October 6–31, experience its hands-on analog photography experience with a Halloween twist. Plus, stop by during Harbor Halloween on October 25 for free digital costume photos, costume contests, special discounts and a chance to win a free photography session.
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