When it comes to Halloween, it seems the number of local events gets bigger and bigger each year. However, that means so does the cost of celebrating.
From costumes to candy, to scary props and Halloween decorations for the home, Halloween has become one of the most expensive holidays for American families to celebrate. And for families with multiple children, these costs can add up quickly.
While trunk or treats and fall festivals are usually great for younger children and their families, our teens are also looking for things to do over the weekend from New Iberia to Morgan City that are not going to break the bank, or their parent's wallets.
As a mother to two teenagers, I decided to do some digging this week and found several attractions that are are free or low in cost for teens and their families to enjoy. Many of the attractions are being set up to support local community organizations like local food banks and the St. Jude Foundation, so it's a way to enjoy the weekend with your teens and give back to the community at the same time.
From New Iberia to Morgan City, here are local, free or low-cost haunted attractions to enjoy with your teens this October through Halloween night.
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Abbey Players - Abbeville
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The Abbey Players is proud to present The Rocky Horror Picture Show to this October in Abbeville! This cult classic will take to the stage with local actors and performers to entertain families in Acadiana. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween best and enjoy the show!
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New Iberia Halloween Fest - Downtown New Iberia
The City of New Iberia is excited for the New Iberia Halloween Fest offering the annual parade, a trunk or treat, and free concert at Bouligny Plaza this October. The parade will follow the traditional route down Main Street to Jefferson Street. All the ghouls, ghosts, and monsters are out for this event each year! The night will wrap up with a free concert from New Orleans favorite 80s cover band, The Chee -Weez. Get ghouled with the kids and join in on the fun!
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Haunted House - Delcambre Project Graduation Class of 2026
The Delcambre Project Graduation Class of 2026 is holding a Trunk or Treat and Haunted House at the Delcambre Shrimp Festival Grounds this October. Enjoy games, prizes, and trick-or-treating during the event. The Haunted House will take place on Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Proceeds to benefit the Delcambre Project Graduation Class of 2026.
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IPAL Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Downtown New Iberia
Select Dates throughout the month of October
IPAL is proud to present The Legend of Sleepy Hollow this October for spooky fun at the historic Essanee Theater in downtown New Iberia. Join the cast and crew, Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman for this legendary tale that offers several dates of haunted fun for families to enjoy.
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Franklin Fire Department: Haunted House
The Franklin Fire Department is hosting a local haunted house for the community to enjoy. The attraction will be open October 28th and October 29th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Entry is free, however they are accepting donations of canned goods and shelf stable items for donations to the local food pantry.
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Boutte's House of Horrors - New Iberia
The Boutte Family is making plans for the community to enjoy a hauntingly good scare in New Iberia this October. Entry is only $5.00 per person but they will allow free entry on Halloween night. Donations are encouraged and accepted as all proceeds from the event will benefit The South Down Heroes in their efforts to support St. Jude Children's Hospital.
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Sycamore Street Graveyard - Morgan City
Get a good scare or two as you drive down Sycamore Street for a hauntingly fun time with the kids. The event will be open on Saturday, October 25th and again on Halloween night. Drive through the haunted graveyard as the ghouls and goblins wait for you. The graveyard is located at 904 Sycamore Street in Morgan City. Tune into 107.1 for the spooky sounds of the graveyard as you drive through. If walking through the event, organizers ask that you stay to the lighted path to enjoy the show.
