CULLMAN, Ala. — Fall is here and the candy trail is calling. From trunk or treats to fall festivals, families across Cullman County have plenty of safe, festive options. Use this roundup to plan your route. If an event changes, we’ll update.
City of Cullman
Not-So-Scary Stories in the Park
Sundays in October, 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Art Park, 1031 Second St. SW
Cost: Free
Bring a blanket for gentle Halloween tales, character visits and small prizes. Presented by the Cullman Community Theatre with support from Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism. In case of rain, it moves to the Festhalle.
Trick or Treat with the Chamber
Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Downtown Cullman
Cost: Free
Downtown businesses open their doors for costumed kids. Pick up a candy bag and participant list the day before at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce offices, while supplies last.
Spooktacular Storybook 5K & Fun Run
Saturday, Oct. 25, 5K at 8 a.m., Fun Run at 8:30 a.m.
Cullman County Public Library, 200 Clark St. NE, Cullman
Cost: Registration required
A family friendly morning of costumes, running and community fun benefiting the Cullman County Public Library System. Dress as your favorite storybook character, enjoy the 5K and Fun Run, then stick around for the post-race costume contest with prizes for the best literary looks.
Runner registration: runsignup.com/Race/AL/Cullman/SpooktacularStorybook5k1MileFunRun
Sponsorships: givebutter.com/Spooktacular5k
OFF-ROAD Candy Crawl (Jeep Trunk or Treat)
Sunday, Oct. 26, from 2 p.m.
Goat Island Brewing, 1646 John Cooper Dr.
Cost: Free
A Jeep-themed trunk or treat hosted by Goat Island Brewing and local Jeep clubs. Families can stroll the lot, snag candy and enjoy a low-key afternoon.
WildWater Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 5-7 p.m.
WildWater Cullman, 1707 Main Ave. SW
Cost: Free
A family evening with candy, costumes and contests. Trunk or treating begins at 5, with judging at 5:15, a kids’ costume contest at 6 and winners announced at 6:30 before candy wraps up at 7.
Families can enter the Best Decorated Trunk contest for $10, with two 2026 WildWater season passes awarded to the winner. Kids aged 5–13 can join the free costume contest for a chance to win two 2026 daily tickets.
To register a trunk, email vanderson@cprst.org. Free on-site parking is available.
Cullman Police Department Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m.
Cullman Police Department, 601 Second Ave. NE
Cost: Free
Children can trick-or-treat among patrol cars, fire apparatuses and decorated trunks in a well-lit, secure setting hosted by the CPD with support from Cullman Fire Rescue.
Cullman Housing Authority Fall Fun Fest and Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct. 30, 4-6 p.m.
Hilltop Community Center, 1545 Vine Circle SW, Cullman
Cost: Free
Official Cullman Housing Authority family event with candy and activities for residents and guests. Cullman Housing Authority confirmed this as its sanctioned event and clarified that unrelated posts circulating online were not official.
The Link Nonprofit Trunk or Treat (with First United Methodist Church)
Thursday, Oct. 30, 5-8 p.m.
First United Methodist Church, 320 Third St. SE, Cullman
Cost: Free
Nonprofits will host trunks with candy, games and community info at the new venue this year, the First United Methodist Church parking lot, convenient to downtown eateries for a bite after. Wear your spookiest or silliest costume, bring a treat bag and enjoy a night of fall fellowship. Nonprofit or helping-agent partners who want to participate can email Community Outreach Coordinator Avery Heis at averyheis@linkingcullman.org.
VFW Post 2214 & Auxiliary Trunk or Treat (with 3Sixty Jeep Club)
Thursday, Oct. 30, 6-7:30 p.m.
VFW Post 2214, 112 Veterans Dr. SW, Cullman
Cost: Free
VFW Post 2214 and its Auxiliary invite families to their annual trunk or treat featuring decorated Jeeps from the 3Sixty Jeep Club. Kids can collect candy, meet local veterans and enjoy a festive evening in a safe, family friendly setting.
Smith Lake
Halloween Tricks & Treats
Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
Smith Lake Park, 403 County Road 236, Cullman
Cost: Free (park entry), camping extra
Campers deck out their sites and greet trick-or-treaters roaming the campground. A family favorite presented by Cullman County Parks & Recreation at Smith Lake Park.
Halloween Nighttime Zip Line
Saturday, Oct. 25, 6 p.m.
Smith Lake Zip Line Adventures, 1177 Country Rd 385, Cullman
Cost: $50
Thrill seekers can take on Alabama’s longest zip line under the stars during this special Halloween edition of the park’s Level 3 course. Reservations are required, and spots fill quickly. Call 256-841-7627 to book your adventure. www.facebook.com/SmithLakeZipLine
Hanceville
Trunks, Treats & Tunes
Friday, Oct. 31, 6-11 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park, Hanceville
Cost: Free
Decorated trunks, costume contests and live music turn the park into a fall block party hosted by the City of Hanceville and community partners.
Monarch Place Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 31, 6 p.m.
105 Michelle St. NW, Hanceville
Cost: Free
A neighborhood-style trunk-or-treat hosted by Monarch Place with candy stations and friendly volunteers for younger kids.
Center Hill Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
Sunday, Nov. 2, 3-5 p.m.
13108 County Road 747, Hanceville
Cost: Free
Parking lot trunk or treat hosted by Center Hill Baptist Church, a good Sunday option if your Saturday is packed.
Vinemont
Vinemont Community Trunk or Treat
Sunday Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
Vinemont High School, 105 High School Road
Cost: Free
Hosted by the Town of South Vinemont, Vinemont Schools, Friendship Baptist Church and other local congregations. Families can visit decorated trunks, enjoy light games and experience one of the county’s most family friendly trunk-or-treat gatherings.
Center Grove
Center Grove Baptist Church Fall Revival
Sunday-Wednesday, Oct. 12-15 • Sunday services 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. • Monday–Wednesday, 7 p.m.
1035 County Road 1545, Cullman
Cost: Free
Four nights of worship and renewal featuring guest speakers and uplifting music. The revival welcomes families and all ages.
Center Grove Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
1035 County Road 1545, Cullman
Cost: Free
Families can expect decorated trunks, treats and friendly volunteers at this community trunk or treat hosted by Center Grove Baptist Church.
Fairview
First Baptist Church of Fairview – Trunk or Treat (with Fairview Elementary PTO)
Monday, Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m.
Fairview Elementary School, 1763 Warrior Road, Cullman
Cost: Free
A community partnership between the church and PTO with decorated trunks, games and candy for local students and families.
First Baptist Church of Fairview – Love or Lost Walk-Thru Drama
Wednesday-Thursday, Oct. 29–30, 6–9 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.-midnight
Saturday, Nov. 1, 6-9 p.m.
32 Church St., Fairview
Cost: Free
An interactive walk-through drama depicting choices of faith, hope and redemption. The “Love or Lost” experience is designed for youth and adults and is one of the area’s longest-running Halloween weekend ministry events. Group reservations are encouraged; call 256-796-4611.
Holly Pond
Holly Pond Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 31, evening (time TBD)
Holly Pond High School area / Governors Park
Cost: Free
A community turnout hosted by the Town of Holly Pond with help from Holly Pond schools and civic groups. Expect classic trunks, candy and photo ops. (Check day-of for exact start time.)
Baileyton
Rock Creek Church of Christ Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5:30-8 p.m.
20 Mill Creek Road, Baileyton
Cost: Free
A church-hosted trunk or treat with candy, simple games and a neighborly pace from Rock Creek Church of Christ.
Berlin
Berlin Farmers Market Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Berlin Farmers Market, 50 Mt. Carmel Dr., Cullman
Cost: Free
This annual trunk or treat marks the first event at Berlin’s brand-new farmers market location. Families can enjoy candy, costumes and community fun in a safe, welcoming setting. To register a trunk, contact Town Clerk Keirstyn Montgomery at 256-736-3138 or clerk@berlinal.gov.
Churches and school festivals (Cullman area)
Seventh Street Baptist Church Fall Carnival
Sunday, Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m.
Seventh Street Baptist Church, 708 Seventh St. SW, Cullman
Cost: Free
A communitywide fall carnival featuring rides, hayrides, bounce houses, rock wall, games, prizes, face painting and classic fair treats including hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy. All activities are free and open to the public.
The Refuge Church of God Fall Festival
Friday, Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
1115 U.S. Highway 278 East, Cullman
Cost: Free
A family friendly fall festival featuring free food, games, candy, prizes and more, hosted by The Refuge Church of God. Open to the public, this community event offers a safe, festive Halloween evening for kids and families.
Tips for families
- Confirm before you go: Some hosts adjust start times week-of
- Bring a backup bag: Chamber bags and event buckets can run out
- Plan parking: Downtown and park events can get busy near start time
- Rain contingencies: Several have indoor backups, noted above
- Costumes and comfort: Many events are stroller-friendly and geared to younger children
Know an event we missed? Email news@cullmantribune.com with the event name, host, date, time, location, cost and a brief description. We will add confirmed listings that are within towns, cities and municipalities across Cullman County, including church-hosted family events.
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