Provided by Prince William Public Libraries
Whether you want to make spooky crafts, stir up new mocktail potions, or show off your furry friends’ fang-tastic costumes, Prince William Public Libraries has you covered.
Halloween Programs for All Ages
One of the most popular programs of the year, Halloween Story Times and Parades, is returning to several libraries. Costumes are encouraged! Here’s a quick rundown of the locations and dates to help you plan your visit:
- Dale City (Halloween Story Time): Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10:30 a.m.
- Central: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m.
- Bull Run: Friday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.
- Haymarket Gainesville: Friday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.
- Montclair: Friday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.
- Lake Ridge (Family Story Time): Saturday, Oct. 31, 10:30 a.m.
And don’t miss Manassas City Library’s Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Will your furry, feathered, or scaly friend take the crown this year? Email your photo to libmanassascity@pwcgov.org between Oct. 1 and 25. Then, vote for your favorite on social media or at Manassas City Library from Oct. 26 to 30. The winner will be announced on Saturday, Oct. 31.
Teens are invited to Nokesville Library on Thursday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. for Fun Halloween Painting. Registration is required.
Teens and adults can visit Central Library on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 7 p.m. to create their own Punch Needle Jack-o’-lanterns.
Need a new spooky potion to sip this season? Adults are invited to join online on Friday, Oct. 16, at 6:30 p.m. for Halloween Mocktails. Register in advance to receive the login link.
Browse Booklists and the Digital Library
The spooky spirit doesn’t end there. Visit the Online Catalog to librarian-crafted booklists and place holds on horror titles. PWPL librarians are also happy to share recommendations for great books for babies and toddlers.
Explore the Digital Library for free resources, including Creativebug for craft tutorials, Explora Secondary School (Grades 6–12) for articles to help with homework, and Kanopy for streaming your favorite Halloween movies.
Halloween is a time to celebrate reading, creativity, and community through festive events, costumed story times, and seasonal activities here at the library. However you celebrate, the folks at PWPL witch you a wonderful Halloween and may your book stack never be frighteningly low!
