Organizer event · 11 am – 12 pm
Boo Bash at Beaumont Branch
Beaumont Branch · West Lexington · Confirm admission with the library
A Halloween hour for young children with songs, games and crafts; costumes are encouraged.
This weekend (Friday–Sunday) · outings with kids
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Matched to the choices above. The first three spread across different days when the matches allow; the full list is in date order. This is a selected local catalog. Family plans state their suggested ages; event tags do not verify age suitability. Access needs and live availability still need a direct check.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: West Lexington.
- Admission has not been confirmed.
- Tagged for outings with kids.
- Ages listed by the organizer: Recommended for ages 5 and under.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Central Library · Downtown · Confirm admission with the library
A drop-in maker station with open-ended science, technology, engineering, art and math projects; supplies provided.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: Downtown.
- Admission has not been confirmed.
- Tagged for outings with kids.
- Ages listed by the organizer: Anyone under 8 must come with an adult.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 5 pm
All Treats No Tricks at Kenwick Community Center
Kenwick Community Center · Chevy Chase · Free
A free Halloween candy giveaway for families at Kenwick Community Center.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: Chevy Chase.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 5:45 pm
Graveyard Gallop 5K Run/Walk
Coldstream Park · North Lexington · 5K $30; Kid's Dash free
Register first. Check registration details and availability with the organizer. Registration details
A first-year Halloween 5K run/walk at Coldstream Park, with a free kids' dash and a costume prize.
Admission details
Race registration fees. The 5K price rises after October 28 at 11:59 pm.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: North Lexington.
- Admission: 5K $30; Kid's Dash free
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 6:30 pm – 10 pm
Jack-o-lantern Trail
McConnell Springs · West Lexington · $6; ages 12 and under free · At-the-gate admission. Check the official page for changes.
An evening trail of carved pumpkins at McConnell Springs, with four confirmed nights to choose from.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: West Lexington.
- Admission: $6; ages 12 and under free
- Tagged for outings with kids.
- Ages listed by the organizer: Recommended for all ages.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 7 pm
Kentucky Men's Soccer vs. Georgia Southern
Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex · University · Free admission
Kentucky men's soccer plays its home finale against Georgia Southern on Senior Night and Alumni Night.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-30.
- Listed area: University.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 9 am – 5 pm
Hallowhinny at the Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Horse Park · North Lexington · $28 adults; $14 ages 5–17; ages 4 and under free
Spend Halloween day at the Kentucky Horse Park with trick-or-treating through the park and two costumed horse shows.
Admission details
Seniors 62 and over $23; active duty military and veterans with ID $21. Parking is free.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-31.
- Listed area: North Lexington.
- Admission: $28 adults; $14 ages 5–17; ages 4 and under free
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 10 am
Junior Naturalist: Animal Bones at Raven Run
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary · South Lexington · Free; registration required
Register first. Check registration details and availability with the organizer. Registration details
Children learn to read animal bones and skulls from Raven Run's replica collection, with a hike, activities and a craft.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-31.
- Listed area: South Lexington.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 11 am – 3:30 pm
Autumn Play Day at the Library
Paul Sawyier Public Library · Frankfort · The library's page does not list a price
Drop-in autumn free play for children with an adult, any time from 11 am to 3:30 pm at Frankfort's library.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-10-31.
- Listed area: Frankfort.
- Admission has not been confirmed.
- Tagged for outings with kids.
- Ages listed by the organizer: All ages.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 12 pm – 4 pm
Old Friends Day-After Bash
Old Friends · Georgetown · Adults $50; children 12 and under free
Old Friends' day-after party for race week, which it calls its Breeders' Cup Bash, at its Georgetown farm for retired racehorses.
Admission details
2026 Old Friends Clubhouse members pay $25 per ticket, up to two tickets.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-11-01.
- Listed area: Georgetown.
- Admission: Adults $50; children 12 and under free
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 1 pm
Kentucky Women's Soccer vs. Arkansas
Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex · University · Free admission
Kentucky women's soccer hosts No. 23 Arkansas, with a costume contest as the game promotion.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-11-01.
- Listed area: University.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 2 pm
Composting 101 at McConnell Springs
McConnell Springs · West Lexington · Free; registration required
Register first. Check registration details and availability with the organizer. Registration details
A family workshop on what household materials can be composted, sifting compost and making a mini composter from a bottle.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-11-01.
- Listed area: West Lexington.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids.
- Ages listed by the organizer: All ages.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- Finish time has not been confirmed.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 2 pm – 7 pm
Northside Day of the Dead Festival
Castlewood Park · Northside · Free
A free family Day of the Dead festival with dance performances, kids' activities, altars and a Catrin/Catrina contest.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-11-01.
- Listed area: Northside.
- Free admission; this is not a total outing cost.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
Organizer event · 2 pm – 3 pm
Paws To Read at Central Library
Central Library · Downtown · Confirm admission with the library
Children practice reading aloud to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash.
Why it fits these choices
- Listed date: 2026-11-01.
- Listed area: Downtown.
- Admission has not been confirmed.
- Tagged for outings with kids; ages not stated, so specific ages have not been verified.
What to confirm before choosing
- Listed admission is not total spending. Travel and optional purchases may cost extra.
- A with-kids editorial tag does not verify suitability or admission for a particular age.
Official event listing · Last checked .
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