Verrado Happenings, Oct 15: Halloween and Fall Fest roundup

Big Halloween stretch ahead! Here's what's on, when, and what to bring, from costume contests to candy runs and a cozy movie night on the Green.

Unofficial community guide. Not affiliated with DMB Associates, the Verrado Community Association, or the City of Buckeye. Items come from the association's Oct 15 "Verrado Happenings" email; quoted lines are the association's own words. Confirm details with the linked sources.

Most Spooktacular House: vote by Mon, Oct 19 (online)

Entries are closed and voting is underway. As the association put it:

"Voting is open to all Verrado residents." — Verrado Community Association, Verrado Happenings, Oct 15, 2026

Cast your vote here by Oct 19, and browse the map of the entered houses for an evening drive-by. Winners are announced in the Oct 22 Verrado Happenings.

Candy donations: through Tue, Oct 20, The Center on Main

Help stock the Fall Fest trunk-or-treat by dropping off unopened bags of candy at The Center on Main during business hours. Source: Verrado Happenings, Oct 15.

Movie on the Green: Haunted Mansion, Fri, Oct 23, 6 PM, Village Green

Disney's family-friendly Haunted Mansion under the stars. Bring blankets or low chairs. Source: Verrado Happenings, Oct 15.

Pilates in the Park: Sat, Oct 24, 9 AM, Village Green

A one-hour class led by Manna Movement Pilates kicks off Fall Fest day. Register on Eventbrite.

Fall Fest: Sat, Oct 24, 6 to 9 PM, Village Green and The Center on Main

Expect a Howl-o-ween Paw-rade for costumed pups, pumpkin carving, a community trunk-or-treat, a petting zoo and fire pits. The pie-eating contest has three age divisions, and spots were filling fast as of Oct 15, so sign up early. Details: Verrado Happenings, Oct 15.

Halloween Candy Loop: Sat, Oct 31, 4 to 6 PM, Mariposa Park (N 207th Lane)

Victory residents host trick-or-treating around the loop. The association's notice is clear on parking:

"The entire loop is a NO PARKING ZONE." — Verrado Community Association, Verrado Happenings, Oct 15, 2026

Families should plan to park outside the loop and walk in, or carpool and get dropped off. Loop map.

Holiday food and goods drive: now through Fri, Nov 13, The Center on Main

A resident-led drive is collecting food and everyday essentials at The Center on Main during business hours. See what to donate (PDF).