🎃👻 Spooktacular Halloween Fun at the Library! 👻🎃

Get your costumes ready and prepare for a hauntingly fantastic Halloween season at Dallas Public Library! We have a ghoulishly delightful lineup of events planned that will satisfy all ages. From bewitching crafts to hair-raising mysteries, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

 

FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES

 

Spooky Skellingtons!

Create a Jack Skellington wreath using paper plates and construction paper.

Thursday, October 12 at  3:15 p.m.  Audelia Road Branch 

Saturday, October 28 at  2 p.m.  Forest Green Branch

 

Afterschool Activity - Halloween

Bring your creativity as we come together to build our own scarecrow!  

Thursday, October 12 at 5:15 p.m.  Highland Hills Branch

 

Monstrous Creations

Design and assemble your very own monster-themed wreath, complete with googly eyes, fangs and other embellishments. Supplies provided while they last. 

This program is brought to you with generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Saturday, October 14 at  2 p.m. Forest Green Branch

Tuesday, October 17 at  3:15 p.m.  Skillman Southwestern Branch

Wednesday, October 25 at 3:30 p.m.  Vickery Park Branch

 

STEAM Skull flashlight

Using simple electronics, learn about conductivity by making a spooky skull flashlight.

This program is brought to you with generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Wednesday, October 18, 3:30 p.m. Vickery Park Branch

Wednesday, October 18, 3:30 p.m. Skillman Southwestern Branch

 

Halloween Shrinky Charms

Is Halloween giving you the chills? Well, why not carry a charm with you? Making pumpkins and bats tiny can not only be fun but also cute!

Wednesday, October 18 at 4 p.m. Polk-Wisdom Branch

Tuesday, October 24 at  5 p.m.  Highland Hills Branch

Thursday, October 26 at 5 p.m.  Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Friday, October 27 at 3:30 p.m. Mountain Creek Branch

 

Make Your Own Spider Rings!

Make creepy, spooky Halloween spider rings out of everyday items!  All materials will be supplied.

Wednesday, October 18 at 4:30 p.m.  Pleasant Grove Branch

 

Crafternoon: Batty crafts

Make adorable bat decorations that are perfect for Halloween. Supplies provided while they last.

This program is brought to you with generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Thursday, October 19 at 3:15 p.m. Audelia Road Branch

Saturday, October 21 at  2 p.m. Forest Green Branch

 

Q-tip skeleton craft

Learn about the human skeletal system as you make a spooky skeleton out of cotton swabs!

Thursday, October 19 at 4:30 p.m. Lakewood Branch 

 

Halloween! Rhythm and Play (Ritmo y juegos)

Kids are encouraged to come in costume to this week's Rhythm and Play. Enjoy candy, a special Halloween whistle and Halloween-themed music! For ages 0 - 4. All supplies included. 

Friday, October 20 at 11:00 a.m. Pleasant Grove Branch

 

Spider Headbands

Calling all young arachnid enthusiasts! Create your very own creepy-crawly spider headbands. 

Friday, October 20 at 3:30 p.m.  Grauwyler Park Branch

Saturday, October 21 at  12 p.m. Preston Royal Branch

Tuesday, October 24 at  4:30 p.m. Bachman Lake Branch

Wednesday, October 25 at  4:30 p.m.  Oak Lawn Branch

 

Family Movie Time: Disney's Haunted Mansion

Mother-son duo Gabbie and Travis try to get rid of their mansion's resident ghosts. They enlist the help of a priest while a paranormal tour guide and a psychic are also in on the ride for this exorcism purge. Rated PG-13.

Saturday, October 21 at 1:30 p.m.  Pleasant Grove Branch

 

DIY Halloween Costumes

Design and create your own Halloween costume! All supplies provided. Recommended ages: 6-12.

Tuesday, October 24 at  4 p.m.  Prairie Creek Branch

Friday, October 27 at  3:30 p.m.  Skyline Branch

 

Toddler Storytime - Costume Time!

Enjoy a Halloween dress rehearsal by wearing your costume to storytime! After our stories, there will be a little parade around the library to show off your costume! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Wednesday, October 25 at 10:30 a.m. Audelia Road Branch

 

Spooky Tree Blow Art

Create a spooky tree with just paint, a straw and your own breath! Registration is required.

This program is brought to you with generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Wednesday, October 25 at 4:30 p.m. White Rock Hills Branch

 

Creepy Crawly Bug Wreaths!

Make your own creepy crawly wreath to take home! All materials will be supplied. 

Wednesday, October 25 at 4:30 p.m.  Pleasant Grove Branch  

 

Crafternoon: Jack-o-Lanterns

Create your own jack-o-lanterns using plastic cups! Paint eerie and creative designs on this everyday item turning them into spooktacular Halloween decorations.

Thursday, October 26 at  3:15 p.m.  Audelia Road Branch

 

Halloween Party and Costume Contest

Looking for a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween with your family? This fang-tastic event has something for everyone, from the tiniest trick-or-treaters to the seasoned Halloween enthusiasts. Enter the costume contest, make Halloween crafts, enjoy refreshments and dance to your favorite Halloween-themed music! Appropriate for all ages.

Thursday, October 26 at 4 p.m.   Preston Royal Branch

 

Halloween Sensory Bottles

Make a spooky sensory bottle just in time for Halloween! All materials provided while supplies last.  

Thursday, October 26 at  4:30 p.m.  Lakewood Branch 

 

Candy Ghosts

Make a spooky ghost out of a lollipop!

Thursday, October 26 at 5:15 p.m., Highland Hills Branch

 

Spooky Portrait Day

Lights, camera, trick or treat! Make some lasting memories this Halloween with Spooky Portrait Day. Show off your costumes, enjoy some trick-or-treating at the Fretz Park Recreation Center, then head over to the library to capture your whole family in its spooky glory! Register to save your spot - walk-ins may be accepted if time allows.

This program is brought to you with generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Thursday, October 26 at 5:30 p.m.  Fretz Park Branch

 

Balloon Animals

Drop into the library between 10:00 a.m. and noon for a free balloon animal! A professional balloon twister will be on site to add some extra fun to your visit and Halloween weekend. 

Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

Saturday, October 28 at 10 a.m. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center

 

Halloween Bash

Get ready for Halloween with a spooky fun time for the whole family! Enjoy costume contests, spooky crafts and a scavenger hunt. Appropriate for all ages! 

Sponsored by the Lochwood Library Friends.

Saturday, October 28 at 10:30 a.m. Lochwood Branch

 

Haunting of Hampton 

Celebrate Fright Night this year at the Haunting of Hampton Scare Maze. Bring your whole group to experience the terrors within!

This event is made possible by generous funding from the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Saturday, October 28 at 1:15 p.m. Hampton-Illinois Branch

 

The Haunting of White Rock Hills Library

Let's get spooky at the library! Wear your best Halloween costume, walk through our haunted house, make spooky crafts and trick or treat!  Registration is required.

Saturday, October 28 at 1 p.m.   White Rock Hills Branch

 

The Haunted Library

Do you dare to enter the haunted library? Appropriate for all ages.

Tuesday, October 31 at 5 p.m. Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch

 

Halloween Movie Night

Celebrate Halloween with a family-friendly movie that will bring thrills to everyone!

Tuesday, October 31 at 5:15 p.m.  Highland Hills Branch

 

 

FOR ADULTS

 

Friday the 13^th Crafternoon 

Indulge in your love for all things spooky, crafty and creatively chilling as we celebrate this ominous date with a creative twist! Make “bloody” candles and horror film trading cards, get horror-themed temporary tattoos and explore our creepy collection of horror novels and films! This event is intended for adults only. Registration is required.

Friday, October 13 at 2:30 p.m.   Oak Lawn Branch

 

Spooktacular Adult Halloween Makeup Tutorial

Stand out at your next Halloween event! Unleash your inner ghoul, witch, vampire or other eerie character with this fabulous makeup tutorial and take your Halloween costume game to the next level! Open to ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Save your place now - seats are going fast!

Saturday, October 14 at 12:30 p.m. Bachman Lake Branch 

Saturday, October 14 at  2:30 p.m.  Oak Lawn Branch 

 

Spooky Book Nooks 

A book nook is a tiny little room that you position between your books to give the illusion that there is another world hidden behind your shelves. This DIY will add a little extra fright to your home library! We will provide a book, and some supplies to start building your mini-worlds. Any specialized furniture or materials will not be provided.

This program is brought to you by the generosity of the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Wednesday, October 18 at 5 p.m., Audelia Road Branch

Saturday, October 21 at 11 a.m., Skillman Southwestern Branch

Sunday, October 22 at 11 a.m., Vickery Park Branch

 

Vampire Ball: a Murder Mystery 

A body has been discovered at the Vampire Ball hosted by Count Dragula! Was it one of the guests or a party crasher? Only you can help solve the case! Costumes are encouraged. Character sheets and fangs will be provided. For ages 16 and up.

This program is brought to you by the generosity of the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Saturday, October 21 at 2 p.m., Vickery Park Branch

 

Four Days of Fright Halloween Movie Marathon

Celebrate spooky season with horror films in the 1st Floor Auditorium! Note: Movies rated R are intended for audiences 18 and older. Films, times, and room are subject to change.

Thursday, October 26 through Saturday, October 28, and Tuesday,
October 31 at  12 p.m.  J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

 

Grimmest Fables: Spooky Story Hour for the Brave

Prepare to be immersed in an atmosphere of mystery and suspense where attendees take turns sharing their own spooky stories or legends of the unknown. Your story must be emailed in advance to humanities@dallas.gov in order to be read.

Tuesday, October 31 at 2 p.m., J. Erik Jonsson Central Library