It's Halloween weekend and with no shortage of amazingly spooky things to do here in Orlando, we've picked five of the best free Halloween events that are taking place in the next few days.

Featured FREE Event In Orlando This Weekend!

Check out our featured must do event happening in Orlando, now through until Halloween at ICON Park on International Drive.

Haunted Holiday Light Show at ICON Park

Now - October 31

Gather outdoors on The Lawn at ICON Park to be immersed in The Wheel’s popular annual light and fog show, as 64,000 LED lights dance 400 ft. in the air while fog drifts across the lawn at your feet. Shows will take place nightly, now through Tuesday, October 31st.

Sundays through Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. / Fridays and Saturdays, 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Plus, throughout October, the 400-foot Wheel is the ultimate Orlando Halloween photo spot for selfies, as it illuminates the skyline with a magnificent color-scape of orange, purple, green and red lights.

Enjoy the show free of charge, plus ICON Park offers free parking too!

FIVE FREE Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend

Some of the best things to do in Orlando is free, and every week we choose the top five free things to do in Orlando, check them our and get out and have fun!

Boo on Broadway

October 27, 2023

It's the most spookiest time of the year! Get your costumes out and bring the cobwebs with you to Historic Downtown Kissimmee for Boo on Broadway. Dress up and make your way through Broadway to collect candy , visit the adventures in Booville, witness the Great Kissimmee Case Race, see stilt walkers, dancers and more! Free event.

Trick or Treat Safe Zone

October 28, 2023

Dress up and trick or treat at Orlando Public Library and Orange County Regional History Center on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Create creepy crafts and complete a scavenger hunt! Recommended for families with children 0-12. Click here for details.

Lake Nona Graveyard Smash

October 28, 2023

Come to the Lake Nona Graveyard Smash, as it’s time to celebrate Halloween with spooky entertainment, trick or treat stations, inflatable courses, face paint, and thrilling music.

This event will definitely give you chills!

Eolaween

October 28, 2023

Looking for a spooktacular evening of family friendly fun? Join Downtown Orlando on Saturday, October 28, from 4 pm - 10 pm at Lake Eola's East Lawn by the Eola House!

Eolaween promises a bewitching time with a lineup of exciting activities, including games, a DJ, a craft station to awaken your artistic spirit, and a thrilling costume contest for all ages.

Plus, capture memories at our photo stations and don't miss the Halloween movie feature, “Ghostbusters," once darkness falls

Barktoberfest

Sunday, October 29, 2023

Orange County Animal Services will host the 10th Annual Barktoberfest later this month, when the fun and free event returns to Lake Eola Park, N Eola Ave, Orlando, on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 12 pm - 4 pm!

Barktoberfest is the shelter’s rescue appreciation event that serves to celebrate the partnership between OCAS and the rescue community. Animal Services currently works with more than 80 rescue groups across the state that aid in the recovery and adoption of homeless animals. Many of these pets will be present at Barktoberfest and available for adoption through the individual rescue groups.

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