Halloween in the Park is scheduled to return to Charlie Daniels Park on Saturday, October 24, 2026, giving Mt. Juliet families a free local option for a fall outing.

The city lists the event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1075 Charlie Daniels Parkway.

The event is built around the park’s familiar family setting, with costume activities and the kind of open public space that can handle a steady flow of children, parents and pets.

Costume contests are a major part of the day.

The city schedule calls for a pet costume category beginning at about 11:30 a.m., followed by children’s categories divided by age.

The city notes that contest times are approximate, so families who want to participate should plan to arrive early rather than treating the listed time as exact.

The event is free, which makes it an easy option for families looking for something seasonal without adding another admission fee to the month.

It also gives residents a reason to use Charlie Daniels Park in a different way from an ordinary playground, walking or sports visit.

The park is already one of Mt. Juliet’s busiest community gathering places, with playgrounds, courts, a walking track, greenway access, a skate park, pavilions and an amphitheater.

That makes it a natural setting for a citywide family event because many residents already know the layout and location.

For parents planning the day, costumes that are comfortable for walking and outdoor activity may be easier for children to manage than elaborate outfits designed mainly for photos.

Families bringing pets should also plan for crowds, noise and other animals.

Outdoor events can change because of weather or operational needs, so checking the city calendar before leaving home is a smart final step.

October’s calendar shows how quickly Mt. Juliet’s fall event season moves from early-month activities into Halloween and then toward the holiday schedule in November and December.

For Around Mount Juliet, events like this are worth tracking because they give residents a simple answer to one of the most common local questions: what is there to do close to home this weekend?

Halloween in the Park is especially useful for families who want a community event rather than a commercial attraction.

The combination of free admission, a familiar park and age-based costume contests makes it accessible to a wide range of households.

Families can make the day easier by deciding in advance whether the costume contest, general park activities or simply the atmosphere is the main reason for attending.

That helps with arrival time, parking expectations and how long younger children may realistically want to stay.

Because the event runs across the middle of the day, parents may also want to plan around lunch, water and a backup layer of clothing if the weather turns cooler.

Residents who do not plan to participate in a contest can still treat the event as a casual community outing and use the park’s familiar layout to move at their own pace.

The strongest local events are often the ones that give families several ways to take part without requiring everyone to follow the same schedule.

Around Mount Juliet will continue following fall and holiday events as the local calendar moves toward the end of the year.

Residents planning to attend should confirm the latest city details shortly before October 24 and arrive early if a costume contest is part of the plan.