Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon transforms into a spooktacular Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating fun and enchanting 18th-century entertainment on Thursday, October 31st, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Fairfax County, Virginia. Young ghouls and goblins collect candy in a special Mount Vernon treat bag around the historic grounds—a Halloween adventure like no other! The sweet haul includes a variety of treats (while supplies last). Costumed children strut their stuff in a delightful costume parade through the historic area at 4:00 p.m., perfect for capturing Instagram-worthy memories. Step back in time with fascinating colonial demonstrations: watch sparks ignite at the Blacksmith Shop, discover how textiles were hand-woven at the Spinning House, grab fresh-baked bread from Justin Cherry's 18th-century bake oven demonstration on the 12-acre field, and witness the traditional magic of apple butter-making. Meet Mount Vernon's livestock, enjoy a pumpkin discovery station and straw bale selfie station, and experience enchanting 18th-century magic with Mr. Peter Gardiner (3:00–3:30 p.m. and 4:30–5:00 p.m.) on the Bowling Green. Hear Musical Stories with Robert Mouland (3:00–3:30 p.m.) and Music of the Revolution (2:30–3:00 p.m.). Meet General George Washington and Lady Martha Washington throughout the historic areas. After trick-or-treating, kids ages 12 and under dine free from the kids' menu at Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (one free kid's meal per adult ent…