Chili Fest

September 3, 2025

Bring the whole family out and enjoy a warm bowl of chili in the crisp fall air at the Arrowhead Park Chili Fest. This annual fall tradition will be on Saturday, October 10th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and promises fun for the whole family!

Join us for games, pumpkin painting, and of course, CHILI!

Hayrack ride trick-or-treating will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

A $3/vehicle park entry fee or membership is required to enter the park. Free-will donations will be gratefully accepted & used to fund additional free and low-cost public programming at your county parks. For questions not answered online please call Arrowhead Park at 712-485-2295.

This event will be held rain or shine. Please meet at Breezy Lodge.

Spooky Glow Painting

September 3, 2025

Come and create a spooky canvas that glows! Participants will decorate a black canvas using phosphorescent paint and stencils to make a glow-in-the-dark masterpiece. Paint your canvas while sharing your own paranormal experiences — or listen as staff tell spooky stories!

This is a free event for kids ages 8–12. All supplies are included and available while supplies last. Registration is required and opens Sept. 15. Please call 402-444-4852 to register.

Spooky Glow Painting

September 3, 2025

Come and create a spooky canvas that glows! You’ll be given a black canvas to decorate using phosphorescent paint and stencils. Your final creation will glow-in-the-dark! Paint your canvas as you share about your own paranormal experiences or listen as staff share a spooky story.

This is a free event for kids 8-12. All supplies are included and are while supplies last. Registration is required and opens August 15. Please call 402-444-5274 to register.

Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) who are under the age of 11 for the duration of the program.

6th Annual Muddy Paws Rescue Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash

September 2, 2025

WAG-O-WEEN BOO BASH IS BACK!

Join us October 3rd for a full afternoon of Halloween fun at the 6th Annual Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash, benefiting Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue!

Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater at Shadow Lake Towne Center – 7474 Towne Center Pkwy, Papillion, NE

12:30–5:00 PM

Event includes:

Live music by Happy Endings ALL DAY!
Dog Costume Contest
Silent Auction & Raffles
Pumpkin Painting
Kids Crafts & Activities
Bounce House
Food & Beverages
…and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family!

Bring the kids, bring the pups, and come spend the day with us—all while supporting an incredible cause.

ALL proceeds benefit Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue!

Halloween Boo Bash at Village Pointe

September 2, 2025

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Village Pointe’s Halloween Boo Bash on Saturday, October 10, from 1–3 pm!

Presented by Woodhouse, this family fun event will be packed with activities for all ages.

Enjoy trick-or-treating, special characters, balloon twisting, OPD SWAT and Cruiser Vehicles and more all along Davenport Street!

Don’t miss the Magic Shows in the Amphitheater, sponsored by Children’s Nebraska. Whether you head to the magic show first and then trick-or-treat—or flip it—you won’t want to miss either!

Event Schedule:

1–3 pm: Trick-or-Treating along Davenport Street with special characters and store participants (listed below)
- Note: Lines will cut off at 2:50pm to accommodate as many kiddos & families as possible by 3pm. We ask for your patience as these characters are very popular!
1:15 pm: Magic Show #1 (Amphitheater Stage)
2:15 pm: Magic Show #2 (Amphitheater Stage)

Design It / Make It – Ghost Train

September 2, 2025

All aboard the spooky express! In this hands-on class, you’ll design and decorate your very own ghostly train just in time for the Halloween season. Using creative materials and guided instruction, you’ll bring your haunting locomotive to life while exploring design, construction, and a little bit of Halloween magic.

Falloween

August 29, 2025

La Vista Police and City staff are joining together to host Falloween at a NEW location this year. Make plans to “Back the Boo” during the City’s safe and festive Halloween celebration hosted at the La Vista Police Department.

Families will be treated to the traditional Back the Boo Trunk-or-Treat experience as La Vista Police hand out candy from decorated cruisers. Come ready for a fun and interactive Halloween adventure.

You’ll also find a variety of fall activities (like pumpkin bowling and candy corn ring toss), inflatables and yard games. Be sure to stop by the photo backdrop to capture memories from the evening.

Your crew is invited to fuel up on a walking taco dinner, and then warm up with hot chocolate and s’mores—all for FREE. Whether you’re dressed in your costume or celebrating fall with family and friends, Falloween is the perfect way to kickoff your Halloween festivities.

Back the Boo Police Department Trunk-or-Treat

August 29, 2025

Monday, October 27

5:30-7:30 p.m.

La Vista Police Department (7701 S. 96th St.)

Get your Halloween costume ready and make plans to fill up your candy bag during a trunk-or-treat event at the Police Department on Monday, October 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Come enjoy:

Trick-or-treating from the back of cruisers/motorcycles
Photo ops with officers
Free hotdogs
Plenty of Halloween safety tips

It will be an un-boo-lievably good time!

La Vista Howl-O-Ween

August 29, 2025

Thursday, October 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Dog Park at Southwind Park

Cost: Free

Dress your dog in a Halloween costume and register onsite at the event to take part in a costume competition. Snap a pic of your furry friend at our fall-themed backdrop. Make sure to stop by the City’s booth for a branded giveaway and treat for your dog. Treat yourself, too, with a free beverage from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck.

Parking is available at the La Vista Public Library (9110 Giles Rd.)