Halloween Week on the Crystal Coast: 2025 Guide to Carteret County Events (Oct 29–31)

Looking for family-friendly Halloween fun around Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Beaufort, and Cape Carteret? Here’s your quick guide to this week’s events (Wednesday–Friday), with times, locations, and links to official pages so you can double-check details before you go.

Wednesday, October 29

Morehead City – Trunk-or-Treat (5:30–7:00 pm)

Morehead City Parks & Recreation hosts an evening of decorated trunks, candy, and kids’ activities at the Recreation Center, 1600 Fisher Street. See the city’s listing for time and venue details.
Source: City events & calendar.

Thursday, October 30

Atlantic Beach – Halloween in the Park (6:00–8:00 pm)

A free, old-fashioned Halloween night for little ones at Atlantic Beach Town Park (915 W Fort Macon Rd) with games like ring toss, bowling, and putt-putt.
Official event page.

Friday, October 31 (Halloween)

Beaufort – Halloween on Ann Street (Trick-or-Treating 5:00–8:00 pm; Road closed 5:00–10:00 pm)

Ann Street (500–800 blocks) closes to vehicles and golf carts so trick-or-treaters can safely roam this beloved neighborhood tradition. Expect creative decorations and big crowds.
Town event + road-closure notice.

Cape Carteret – Official Trick-or-Treat Hours (5:30–8:30 pm)

The town’s set hours include extra police presence and safety reminders.
Town announcement. Cape Carteret NC

Atlantic Beach – Fear at the Fort, Fort Macon State Park (6:30–8:30 pm)

A spooky, after-hours walk-through in the historic fort. Lines can be long—arrive early and bring layers for the breeze.
NC State Parks event list. North Carolina State Parks+1

Emerald Isle – Halloween Costume Party at Emerald Club (21+, 9:00 pm–late)

Adults-only costume contest and live entertainment at Emerald Club, 8102 Emerald Dr.
Regional events listing. (Confirm entertainment/times day-of.) Crystal Coast NC+1

Tips for a Safe & Fun Night

• Use reflective gear or glow sticks and carry a flashlight.

• Cross at intersections; stick to sidewalks where available.

• Check each event’s page for last-minute weather or schedule changes.

• If you’re driving, slow way down in neighborhoods and near event venues.

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