6th Annual Hike, Bike & Fright Fest: Eco-Friendly Halloween Adventure

Experience eco-friendly Halloween fun with trick-or-treat trail, plant market, and sustainable celebration activities.

Festival Information

Saturday, October 25, 2025, Noon-6pm
6 hours
M-K-T Heights Trail, 600 N Shepherd Dr.
Free
Street parking along trail
Best time: Bring a small tote for treats; crowds swell 2-4pm

Festival Highlights

Trick-or-treat trail

HalloGreen plant market

Kid & pet-friendly activities

DJs & shopping deals

Festival Activities

* Schedule and activities subject to change. Please check with event organizers for current details and exact timing.

Trick-or-Treat Trail Opening

The main trick-or-treat trail opens with stations throughout the M-K-T Heights area.

HalloGreen Plant Market

Special plant market featuring Halloween-themed plants, succulents, and eco-friendly gardening supplies.

Kid & Pet-Friendly Activities

Family and pet-friendly games, activities, and entertainment designed for all ages.

DJ Entertainment

Live DJ sets providing music and entertainment throughout the trail area.

Local Business Shopping Deals

Special Halloween deals and promotions from local Heights businesses along the trail.

Community Giveaways

Various giveaways and prizes from local sponsors and community partners.

Cultural Context & History

The M-K-T Heights Trail follows the route of the historic Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad that connected Houston to the rest of Texas in the early 1900s. This Halloween event celebrates both the trail's history and Houston's growing environmental consciousness. The Heights neighborhood has become a model for sustainable urban living, with residents embracing bike commuting, urban gardening, and eco-friendly practices. By combining Halloween celebration with environmental education, the event teaches children about sustainability while honoring the neighborhood's transportation heritage.

Food & Drink Guide

* Food vendors and availability may vary. Check with event organizers for current vendor list.

Local Food Trucks

Various food trucks offering Halloween-themed treats and healthy options

Organic Treats

Eco-friendly and organic Halloween candy and snacks

Seasonal Beverages

Pumpkin spice drinks and other fall-themed beverages

Healthy Trail Snacks

Energy bars, trail mix, and other healthy snacks for active families

Local Coffee

Coffee and warm beverages from local Heights coffee shops

Getting There

* Please verify current location and parking information with event organizers before attending.

Driving

Street parking along trail

Public Transit

Check METRO routes to the venue

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft available