Seasonal & Holidays

Natick Halloween Parade, 'Spooktacular' Event: What To Know Ahead Of This Weekend

From a costume contest and live music to the town's trick-or-treat parade, here's what to know before you go.

NATICK, MA — Spooky season is here, and Natick will celebrate it this weekend with an afternoon full of events.

The town's "Spooktacular" event and trick-or-treat parade are scheduled for the Natick Common on Saturday.

"Enjoy an afternoon of free fall & Halloween themed events and activities on the Common, including pumpkin decorating, donut-on-a-string eating contests, crafts, live music, and more," officials said.

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Live music from the School of Rock house band and activities across the common start at noon.

At 2:30 p.m., officials will announce the results of the costume contest and the Natick Fire Department will host a pumpkin smash.

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The trick-or-treat parade runs from 3-4 p.m. throughout downtown Natick.

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