What to watch: As the end of October approaches, Midland activities are getting spookier. From farmyard fun to costume contests and trick-or-treating, this week’s lineup brings a full slate of family-friendly fall fun across Midland. Here’s what’s happening from Oct. 25–31.

Fiddlesticks Halloween Weekend
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2:30-8:30 p.m.
Halloween Weekend at Fiddlesticks Farms is back with costumes and candy. The night is fit with a costume contest and a Trick-or-Treat scavenger hunt. The event is designed for family fun—no haunting or scaring allowed.

  • Location: 5610 E County Rd 120, Midland
  • Costume contest: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., judging at 5 p.m.
  • Scavenger hunt Trick-or-Treat: 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  • Details: fiddlesticksfarms.com

Basin PBS Spooktacular
Saturday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Head to Basin PBS for a fang-tastic morning of family fun. Kids can enjoy crafts, snacks, and a Halloween-themed PBS KIDS episode. Costumes are optional, but smiles are guaranteed.

Basin PBS Costume Distribution
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2–5 p.m.
Basin PBS is helping make Halloween special for every child with its free costume distribution. Costumes were collected during last week’s community drive—families are welcome to stop by and pick one up while supplies last.

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Hope Community Church Trunk or Treat
Sunday, Oct. 26, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Hope Community Church is filling its Event Center parking lot with decorated trunks, music, games, and plenty of sweet treats. This free event is family-friendly, safe, and full of fun.

Hocus Pocus at Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center
Sunday, Oct. 26, 7-9 p.m.
Enjoy Cinema Under the Stars: Halloween Edition at the Wagner Noël with a showing of Hocus Pocus. Guests are invited to join the on-stage costume parade at 6:45 p.m. before the film begins. Food trucks will serve dinner and treats from 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Midland Bible Church Country Fair
Sunday, Oct. 26, 4–7 p.m.
Midland Bible Church’s annual Country Fair is back with free food, games, hayrides, and candy. This ‘can’t miss’ event is a fun and festive way to celebrate the season with family and friends—costumes encouraged.

Dolls at the Brown-Dorsey Historic Home
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 7–9 p.m.
Take a candlelit walk through Midland’s oldest home during this eerie event featuring spooky dolls, curious tales, and hauntingly beautiful artwork by Twisted Curiosity. Proceeds benefit the restoration of the Brown-Dorsey Historic Home.

FBC Candy Jam
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6–8 p.m.
Midland’s First Baptist Church welcomes everyone to Candy Jam—an evening filled with inflatables, games, and sweet treats. Free admission for all ages.

Pumpkin Walk at the Bush Family Home
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 5–7 p.m.
Stroll through glowing displays of the best jack-o-lanterns in town or even drop off your own carved or painted pumpkin. Vote for your favorite, pumpkins will be judged by Most Creative, Scariest, and Best Overall. Admission is free.

Tall City Brewing Co. Spooky Sprint
Thursday, Oct. 30, 6:30-10 p.m.
The final 432 Run Crew event of the season brings the best run yet. The evening includes a costume contest, giveaways, and live music after the run.

Holy Cross Lutheran Fall Festival
Friday, Oct. 31, 5–8 p.m.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is hosting its Fall Festival with games, contests, raffles, and food. This indoor and outdoor event includes a haunted house, bingo, and bouncy houses make this a must-stop for families. Free to attend but donations accepted.

KC’s Nutty Roller Halloween Party
Friday, Oct. 31, 7–11 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween on wheels at KC’s Nutty Roller. The night includes blackout skating, a costume contest, and themed games. Skate rentals are available by cash only.