Waltham Gets Into The Halloween Spirit With Candy, Costumes And Creepy Fun

From trunk-or-treating to dog costume contests, Waltham has plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween this Saturday.

By Jesse Corwin, Patch Staff

Oct 28, 2026 11:31 PM EDT

From trunk-or-treating to dog costume contests, Waltham has plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween this Saturday. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

WALTHAM, Mass. — Candy, costumes and a little Halloween mischief are taking over Waltham on Saturday, Oct. 31, with activities for families, pet lovers and anyone looking for a festive night out.

The fun starts at Waltham Common, where the Waltham Marketplace Day runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dog lovers can head to The Dog Retreat & Spa on Bear Hill Road for a Halloween costume parade, prizes and treats, with the parade beginning at noon.

For kids eager to fill their candy bags, Wicked Wheels Trunk-or-Treat and Car Show runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at Craft Food Halls on Fifth Avenue.

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