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Fri Oct 30 to Sun Nov 1, 2026. Highlights from this weekend’s full guide, with picks in Elizabeth City, Hertford, Edenton and beyond. Always check the source link before you go, since times can change.
The big Halloween-night event downtown, with decorated trunks, candy and the Elizabeth City Police Department. FreeKids
Source: City of Elizabeth City on Facebook (Oct 6 post)The season ends Sunday, so this is your last chance at the six-acre corn maze, unlimited hayrides and the barrel train. Last entry is 45 minutes before close. Kids
Source: Visit Elizabeth CityRides, vendors and food trucks by day and the Haunt after dark. On Saturday, Teen Night gives older kids their own party, and admission includes food and a drink.
Source: Friday listing (Visit Elizabeth City) · Saturday & Teen Night listing (Visit Elizabeth City)Look through the college’s telescopes, with astronomy activities for all ages. It’s a calm, kid-friendly start to a busy weekend. Family
Source: College of The AlbemarleThe Vikings’ last regular-season home game, a CIAA matchup with a Breast Cancer Awareness blackout theme. Wear black with a splash of pink.
Source: ECSU Athletics scheduleA small-town Halloween hosted by the Perquimans County Chamber, and the Hall of Haunts is free to walk through. Hertford Bay Taphouse also has a Halloween party Friday at 8 pm. FreeKids
Source: Town of Hertford October newsletter · Downtown Hertford October flyer (PDF)A favorite shot from around the Albemarle, taken by one of you.
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Albemarle Weekend is a free weekly guide to what’s happening in the Albemarle. We’re based near Elizabeth City, the region’s hub, and we cover all eleven counties around the sound, from Edenton and Windsor to Plymouth, Columbia and the Outer Banks. Every Thursday we read the calendars, flyers and event pages so you don’t have to, then send you the short list worth your weekend.
Counties: Pasquotank, Camden, Currituck, Perquimans, Chowan, Gates, Hertford, Bertie, Washington, Tyrrell and Dare, plus the Ocracoke edge.
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