Pick Your Very Own Pumpkin at a Local Pumpkin Patch

Visiting a local pumpkin patch is an experience every family should embrace, especially during the fall season. Imagine the joy on your kids’ faces as they wander through rows of vibrant orange pumpkins and Turban squashes. This hands-on adventure allows children to choose their own pumpkin and fosters a deeper connection with nature and the harvest season. Beyond pumpkins, many local patches offer exciting attractions like corn mazes, petting zoos, face painting, etc. Here is a link to a comprehensive list of pumpkin patches in the greater New Orleans area. 

Tour the LaLaurie Haunted Mansion in the French Quarter

Are you ready to embark on a spine-chilling adventure? A tour of LaLaurie Haunted Mansion in the French Quarter promises to send shivers up your spine while providing a mini history lesson of the area. As you wander through the dimly lit hallways, you’ll encounter tales of restless spirits and eerie occurrences that have haunted this mansion for generations. The atmosphere is palpable; you can almost feel the presence of Madame LaLaurie, also known as “the cruel mistress” who tortured slaves. A guided tour will unveil chilling anecdotes and historical facts that enrich your understanding of this spooky abode.

Boo at the Audubon Zoo

Boo at the Zoo is the ultimate Halloween experience your kids simply cannot miss! This three-day event, from October 17-19th, is a night filled with trick or treating at the zoo, where every corner is adorned with enchanting Halloween decorations that bring a festive spirit to life. This year, prepare for a spooky haunted house that adds an extra thrill to your visit. It’s designed to delight both kids and adults alike, offering just the right amount of spookiness without being too frightening. 

OLD TOWNE SLIDELL ZOMBIE CRAWL

Support Northshore’s local artists and crafters as they showcase their unique creations at this one-of-a-kind Halloween gathering. The 10th Annual Olde Town Slidell Zombie Crawl is a free, family-friendly celebration with live music, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and food vendors. But that’s not all—the Zombie Crawl features a costume contest where creativity reigns supreme. Let the little ones show off their spookiest, silliest, or most original costumes for a chance to win exciting prizes! 

37th Annual Monster Mash

Presented by Metairie Bank Northshore, the 36th Annual Monster Mash in Covington is not only one of the best events of the year but also a fundraiser for the STHS Parenting Center. Share laughter and enjoy the holiday season by bringing the whole family out to enjoy trick-or-treating, cookie decorations, carnival rides, photo booths, live music, and local food vendors. Be sure to have the little ones dress in their Halloween costumes and come hungry!

EXPERIENCE GHOSTS IN THE OAKS

Experience the magic of City Park after dark at the annual Ghosts in the Oaks, a family-friendly Halloween tradition filled with festive fun. Enjoy a brand-new trick-or-treat path, unlimited Amusement Park rides, live entertainment, and hands-on activities designed for little goblins and grown-up ghouls alike. Tickets are required in advance, with discounts available for Friends of City Park members. Children two years old and under are admitted free. Sponsored by Bryan Subaru, Hancock Whitney, and Ochsner Children’s, Ghosts in the Oaks is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

CONCLUSION

We hope this article inspires you to plan an unforgettable Halloween in New Orleans. If you are looking for assisted living, memory care, or respite care in New Orleans, don’t hesitate to contact Peristyle Residences. Our residential care homes offer a more personalized approach to care than large communities, promoting independence and helping with activities of daily living. Our caregivers are excited to meet you and your elderly loved one. Others are homelike; Peristyle Residences is home!