Halloween Weekend 2025 in Cabarrus County: Where to Trick, Treat, and Toast

by Kim Drakulich

Halloween in Cabarrus County 2025: Your Full Guide

If you’re looking for Halloween plans around Concord, Kannapolis, and Harrisburg, you’re in luck. This weekend is packed with family events and adults only fun. From candy crawls to costume contests, here’s everything happening locally so you don’t miss a thing.

🎃 Family Friendly Events

Downtown Concord Candy Crawl
📍 Downtown Concord
🕒 Oct 31, 3–5 PM
Trick or treat your way through Union Street businesses in Downtown Concord. It’s one of the sweetest local traditions for kids (and let’s be honest, the parents sneaking candy too).

Sweet Street Trunk or Treat and Festival
📍 N Research Campus Drive, Kannapolis
🕔 Oct 31, 5–8 PM
Downtown Kannapolis transforms into “Sweet Street,” complete with decorated trunks, candy stations, games, and family fun.

Candy Crawl at Cabarrus Brewing Co
📍 Cabarrus Brewing Company, Concord
🕓 Oct 31, 4–8 PM
A rare combo event where the whole family can stop by early for candy fun, then the brewery flips to adult mode after dark.

Fall Cruise In and Trunk or Treat
📍 Gibson Mill Market
🗓️ Nov 1, 9 AM–1 PM
Classic cars, local vendors, and a trunk or treat in one of Concord’s favorite weekend hangout spots.

🕸️ Adult Halloween Bashes

Cabarrus Brewing Co After Dark
🕗 8 PM–Midnight
DJ, dancing, and costumes. It’s a whole vibe once the candy crowd heads home.

The Blind Fox
A speakeasy style night spot perfect for spooky cocktails and creative costumes.

Gaelic Alley Pub
Think live music, pints, and plaid with a Halloween twist.

Old Armor Beer Company (West Ave District)
The perfect mix of downtown energy and eerie fun in Kannapolis.

Lil Robert’s Place
Always a solid pick for live music and costume contests. Their Halloween parties tend to get wild in the best way.

👀 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re trick or treating with the kids or grabbing a pint in costume, Cabarrus County does Halloween right. Stay safe, support your local spots, and don’t forget to tag me if you’re out there having fun. I love seeing your photos around town.

I'm Kim Drakulich (KimSellsConcord), your cold foam sipping, Titos chugging CabCo Realtor. To always stay in the loop for all things Cabarrus County (events, new places, and market updates), I'd love to have you join my newsletter list!

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