As summer leaves us and fall swoops in, the atmosphere around us changes. Here in the Hudson Valley, there are several locations that offer fun, scares, candy, and costumes that the whole family can enjoy. You can be sure to find something fun near you. Want some scarier stuff? Click here to see the real horrors of the season.
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Dutchess County
September 21-October 20 weekends. Harvest HuntKids' Scavenger Hunt.
Find more than 30 decorated pumpkins and whimsical photo ops
hidden among the flowers and trees on a Locust Grove scavenger hunt/story walk
on the grounds and in the gardens of our historic Mansion! Costumes are
encouraged, bring a picnic, and enjoy under the trees! This is a rain-or-shine
activity. 10am. 2683 South Rd., Poughkeepsie. (845) 454-4500.
October 4-November 1 – Fridays. Haunted House& Corn Maze: Fridays at the Farm!
Concessions, apple picking, farm market, tap room, dog park,
petting zoo and playground open at 11am, so make a day of it! Free entry to the
farm on Fridays, and wristbands for entry to the Corn Maze and Haunted House
are $15 and can be purchased on-site. 3pm. 63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag. (845)
227-2306.
October 11, 18 & 25. Old Rhinebeck AerodromeHaunted History Ghost Tours.
Join us for a walking ghost tour filled with tales of pilots
lost, adventure ending in tragedy, and tales of the haunted history of the Old
Rhinebeck Aerodrome. Advanced tickets/reservations required. Tour times: 6,
6:30, 7:15 and 7:45 each Friday. Tours last approximately 70 minutes. 6pm. 9
Norton Rd, Red Hook. (845) 752-3200.
October 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 31. A Very FluffyHalloween at Lilymoore Alpaca Farm.
Imagine our adorable,
fluffy alpacas and llamas strutting their stuff in lion’s manes, rainbows, or
even a butterfly. It’s the perfect blend of cuteness and hilarity, guaranteed
to make you forget all about the stress of city life. A Very Fluffy
Halloween is a delightful experience for all ages! This not-so-spooky farm tour
lets you meet nearly 200 animals, many of whom are adorably dressed in
costumes. 10:30am. 21 Moore Rd, Pleasant Valley. (845) 605-7002.
October 12-13. Fall Festival and Pumpkin Bombing.
Fun, fall activities for the kids. Then, there’s something
very satisfying about a good splat. Pumpkins replace the bombs during the Air
Shows. Gates open at 10 a.m., with pre-show activity starting at 2 p.m. and the
air show starting at 2:30. Open-cockpit biplane rides are available before and
after the air shows from 10 a.m. until twilight. The snack stand opens at noon.
20pm. 9 Norton Rd, Rhinebeck. (845) 752-3200.
October 17. Halloween Paint Night.
Painters of all ages are invited to come paint for
Halloween! This event is part of a holiday series. Events may be taken
separately or registered for a discounted bundle. 5:15pm. 793 Route 52,
Fishkill. (845) 831-3371.
October 18. Howlin’ Halloween Trunk or Treat.
Put your Halloween costumes on and join us for a night of
family fun! Prizes will be given out for best costume and best-decorated trunk!
-FREE ADMISSION -Leashed and well-behaved pups welcome. If you would like to
participate as a "trunk"
email crateescaperescue@gmail.com to reserve a spot. 6pm. 330 Route
376, Hopewell Junction.
October 19-20. Watch the Squash Go Squish
Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins! You can carve Jack-o-lanterns, make pies, or rain
them from the heavens. Gates open at 10 a.m., with pre-show activity starting
at 2 p.m. and the air show starting at 2:30. Open-cockpit biplane rides are
available before and after the air shows from 10 a.m. until twilight. The snack
stand opens at noon. 2pm. 9 Norton Rd, Rhinebeck. (845) 752-3200.
October 19. Wicked Wappingers Halloween Festival+Parade.
The Village of Wappingers Falls Recreation Department
is so excited to invite you to this year's Halloween festival and
parade. It will be a day of spooky celebration at
the Village of Wappingers Falls. We'll be kicking off the festivities
right after the parade at Mesier Park where there will be Trunk or Treat,
music, food, vendors, and games. 12pm. E. Main Street, Wappingers Falls.
October 19. Trunk or Treat.
There will be cider, donuts, and church info available. Please avoid gory or violent costumes and decorations. We want to promote light-hearted, child-friendly fun! We welcome children to come in costume and enjoy the fun. This event is free and open to the public! 2pm. 55 Wilbur Blvd, Poughkeepsie. (845) 452-1550.
October 25. Monster Mania Spooktacular at Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum.
Join MHDM for some not-so-scary fun at our Monster Mania
Spooktacular Party! Come explore your favorite museum with a playful Halloween
twist. Activities include monster-themed exhibits, a laugh studio, a scare lab,
little monster games and crafts, a monster costume contest, monster face
painting, and more! It’s a frightfully fun time for everyone! Pre-registration
is recommended. Tickets are also available at the door. 6pm. 75 N Water St,
Poughkeepsie. (845) 471-0589.
October 26. Hyde Park Halloween Costume Party.
Come join us at Hackett Hill Park for our annual Halloween Costume Party! Wear your best costume and compete for prizes sponsored by The Hyde Park American Legion 1303! Tractor rides, Apple Cider, Donuts and so much more! For the Costume Contest, the age groups will be 1. Infants-4 years old 2. 5-8 years old 3. 9-12 years old 4. Teens-Adults, Hyde Park.
October 26. Trunk or Treat.
Please join RE/MAX Town & Country for our 3rd annual
Halloween extravaganza at our office location in Fishkill. Inflatables, candy, entertainment,
and more!! This event will be held rain or shine. Open to the public, everyone
is welcome. Even if tickets are sold out, it is an unlimited event! 1pm. 584
Route 9, Fishkill.
October 26. Tract-or-Treat Weekend - Costumes Encouraged!
Calling all ghosts, goblins, and ghouls – it’s time for Barton Orchards Tract-or-Treat Weekend! Join us on October 26 and 27 for a Halloween celebration! Be sure to visit our newly renovated haunted house The Rotten Core Manor, if you dare! Get your costumes ready! The Costume Contest starts at 3:30! Kids, Adults, and dogs are welcome! Tract-or-Treat for kids is from 4:00-4:30! Pay-one-price admission includes a full day of fun for the whole family! 63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag.
October 27. Trick or Treat with the Horses.
Witches, ghouls, and horses, oh my! Come dressed in your
best costume and enjoy some spooky treats at our Halloween event benefiting
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue. Free for all kiddos! Join us for our trick-or-treating
event & get your spook on. 10:30am. 2699 Route 22, Dover Plains. (845)
877-0685.
October 29. Family Pumpkin Painting.
Create a beautiful painted pumpkin to celebrate Halloween!
One pumpkin per person. We will have pumpkins here or you may bring your own.
Recommended ages 4 and up. You will need a library card to register. 4:30pm. 11
Town Center Blvd, Hopewell Junction. (845) 724-3414.
October 30. Pumpkin Patch Story Time.
Children ages 2 - 5 will get to listen to a story and pick
their own "pumpkin" to decorate. This is for ages 2 - 5 years.
Caregivers must remain in the program. You will need a library card to
register. 10:30pm. 11 Town Center Blvd, Hopewell Junction. (845) 724-3414.
Orange County
September 21 & 28, October 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27,
21, November 1-2. Pure Terror Scream Park.
This award-winning haunted attraction offers an
unforgettable, terrifying experience with 13 HUGE haunted
attractions at one location, making it the longest and scariest
haunted house & haunted trail in the country, according to Guinness
World Records. 7pm. 1010 NY-17M, Monroe.
October 3-6, 11-14, 18-20, 25-27. Brick-or-Treat.
The party kicks off as Monsters take over the Park and host
the Halloween party of the year featuring: Live Entertainment & Shows,
Limited-Time Attractions, Character Meet & Greets, LEGO Builds, and of
course, Trick-or-Treating! 11am. 1 Legoland Blvd, Goshen. (845) 410-0290.
October 12. Witchingtonville After Dark: Slashback to the 80's.
Are you ready to rewind to the gnarly '80s, with a
terrifying twist? The annual Halloween event you've been dying for is back! Step
into a time warp where the '80s are alive, but not everyone else is. Expect a
night filled with classic '80s horror movie villains, gory glam rockers, and
frightful flash dancers. Join us for a spine-chilling, hair-raising night that
will haunt your dreams… or nightmares. 5pm. 9 Goshen Avenue, Washingtonville.
October 13. Witchingtonville Before Dark.
Grab your little ghosts and goblins, don your best '80s
costumes, and head over to the most rad-tastic, family-friendly Halloween event
of the year. Join us for a totally tubular time as we travel back to the
raddest decade ever—the '80s! This isn't just any Halloween event; it's a neon,
moonwalking, and boombox-blasting celebration! 12pm. Ahern Blvd,
Washingtonville.
October 19. Halloween Festival.
10 am Bark Park Howlaween Costume Party and treats to purchase. 3 pm – 5 pm – Trick or Treat? your little monsters and goblins can trick or treat throughout the Village at our many businesses. Brought to you by the Greenwood Lake Chamber of Commerce. 5:30 pm – Annual Greenwood Lake Fire Department Parade. $10 Admission to enjoy the Trail, Hayrides, Bounce House, Maze, Movie, Vendors. Additional fee for face painting, axe throwing and pumpkin picking. Village of Greenwood Lake.
October 19. Halloween Craft Fair and Flea Market.
Shop exclusively with 20+ vendors from all over the Hudson
Valley. Bath bombs, soaps, candles, Halloween items, handbags, jewelry, candy
apples, cake pops, chocolate, body beads, lotions, potions, psychic reading,
t-shirts and so much more! Make sure to bring the kids between 12pm-3pm to
Trick or Treat from our spooky, creepy candy buffet. (Dress up in your
costumes) We will provide the Trick or Treat bags. 11am. 180 Breunig Rd, New
Windsor. (845) 567-2700.
October 19. Pumpkin Party in the Park.
Youth are welcome to enjoy Trunk or Treat, Hay Ride, Pumpkin
Patch, Activities & more! Sensory Sensitive Time is 11-11:30am. 11am. 130
Lake Ave, Middletown.
October 25-27. Annual Haunted Firehouse.
All are welcome as the creatures and spirits of darkness
take over our firehouse. This is a scary event, children under 10 are
admitted at parents' discretion. Kids' Hour will be on Sat. 10/27 from
6pm-7pm. It may be slightly extended depending on the number of guests in
line, we try to accommodate everyone. Large parties will be split down into
smaller groups when entering the event to ensure a proper scare attraction
experience. Anyone older than 10 years must pay the Adult Ticket price.
7pm. 2128 NY-94, Salisbury Mills.
October 25. Pumpkin Painting Party.
Bring the kids out after school and join AMCC for a pumpkin
painting party! Enjoy hot chocolate and a snack while you decorate a pumpkin! For
planning purposes, we are asking that everyone please register by October 18th.
3:30pm. 46 Sluga Dr, New Windsor.
October 25. 7th Annual Trunk or Treat.
It's that time of year! Join us at our annual Trunk or Treat event, held in Algonquin Park! Face painting, pumpkin painting, candy and a spooky dance party! RAIN DATE: Saturday 10/2 6 - 8pm. 6pm. 54 Powder Mill Rd, Newburgh.
October 26. Sugar Loaf Halloween Festival.
Trick or treat yourself to a spooktacular day. Activities for the day include Trunk Or Treat, Witches Meet & Greet, Sorting Ceremony, Hay Maze, Scavenger Hunt, Trick Or Treating, and much more! 11am. 231 Creamery Pond Rd, Chester.
October 26. Lynch & Co 5th Annual Trunk Or Treat.
This event is for the Special Needs Community of the Hudson Valley. This event is free for all that attend. There will be candy, music activities and more. If you have any questions about this Event, feel free to message us on Facebook or make a post and someone from the Lynch & Co Team will get back to you as soon as possible. 12pm. 8 Scott Aldrich Lane, Westtown.
October 26. 2024 Fair Oaks Drive-In Trunk or Treat.
Gates open at 3:30pm. Trick or Treating begins at 4:30pm.
For the safety of all ages, please do not start trick or treating until 4:30
when all cars are in. We also ask that all carloads to please participate in
candy giving if you are able. The film this year will be HOCUS POCUS and
will begin when it is dark. Tickets are $30 for a carload of up to 5 people.
Any additional people added are $5 per person. 3:30pm. 365 Bloomingburg Rd,
Middletown. (845) 316-2266.
October 26. Annual Trunk or Treat.
Doors open at 11:30. Live music by Iron Cobra (2-5). Farm
activities, food, and drinks all day. (Rain date October 27th). 12:30pm. 939
Pulaski Highway, Goshen.
October 26. Children’s Halloween Party.
The Coldenham Fire-Rescue annual Children’s Halloween party
is back! We’re are excited to make 2024 bigger and better than ever! Bring out
the kiddos (ages 0-12) for a night of spooky Halloween fun! There will be
music, dancing, games, snacks, a trunk or treat, a costume contest, an outdoor
Halloween movie (weather-dependent), and everybody’s favorite, our famous
HAUNTED HOUSE! This is a 100% free event! 6pm. 511 Coldenham Road, Walden.
October 26. iSPY Halloween Trail.
Have some spook-tacular family fun and sharpen your
observation skills as you search for hidden objects along the no-scare
iSPY Halloween Trail! But keep your eyes open… you never know who -- or what --
you might meet during this special “scavenger haunt!” Find all of the hidden
items and receive a prize! After the trail, head over to the Creature Corner to
meet live animals! This self-guided activity is a great way for families with
little ghouls and goblins to celebrate Halloween, so don’t delay because it
will surely be a scream! Costumes are encouraged! 11am. 120 Muser Drive
(across from 174 Angola Rd.), Cornwall.
October 26-27. Witchy Warwick 2024.
This Halloweekend celebration promises a magical experience for all attendees. Immerse yourself in the charming town of Warwick, where you'll encounter mystical readers, skilled healers, delightful tricks, and tantalizing treats. 132 Kings Highway, Warwick.
October 31. Town Hall-oween.
COME ONE, COME ALL to TRICK OR TREAT at NEW WINDSOR TOWN HALL! Anytime during the hours of operation (9am-4:30pm), bring your little ghouls to Town Hall and walk through the offices for some special "TREAT-ment!" 555 Union Ave, New Windsor.
Ulster County
September 21 & 28, October 4-5, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27.
Headless Horseman Hayrides & Haunted Houses.
For more than a century, the headless horseman has been
trapped between our physical world and the spectral plane. He rides tirelessly
on a quest to find his physical body, eliminating anyone who stands in his way.
Deep in Crow Hollow’s cemetery, something sinister wakes from the earth. Go on
a hayride, walk a haunted trail, visit 6 haunted houses, Jacko’s Inferno, the
Lunar Motel, Glutton’s Diner and Slaughterhouse, Mama Rose's Swamp Shack, a
haunted corn maze, and a spooky walk-through maze. 7:30pm. 778 Broadway, Route
9W, Ulster Park. (845) 339-2666.
October 5 & 19. Headless Horseman Children’s
Day - A Tiny Taste of Terror.
On Children’s Day, the park tones down its scare level. Enjoy
a hayride and visit friendly characters along the way. Experience the Magic
Moon Maze, Haunted Gardens, Witch Hazel’s Halloween House, Dino Zone. Plus,
music and other. Please make reservations online and join us for this
fun-filled event. The Children’s Day event ends at 4pm. Children under one
year old are free! 11:30am. 778 Broadway, Route 9W, Ulster Park. (845)
339-2666.
October 11-12, 18-19, 25-27. Haunted Huguenot Street 2024.
Join Historic Huguenot Street for Haunted: The Curious
Case of Edward Cary. You will be taken back to the year 1813 and learn the
secrets of a family torn apart and what a father is willing to do for his
child. This program will immerse visitors in an interactive theater experience that
will last approximately one hour. Tours will depart from the DuBois Fort
Visitor Center every hour on the hour beginning at 5pm, with the last tour
departing at 8pm.* Our program discusses topics such as death and murder.
Parental supervision is required for children under 13. 5pm. 81 Huguenot St.,
New Paltz. (845) 255-1660.
October 19-20, 26-27. The Pumpkin Express.
Take a spectacular journey along the former Ulster &
Delaware Railroad corridor and see the natural beauty of the Catskills from our
railroad’s unique perspective aboard Ulster County’s only scenic train. All
trains depart from Westbrook Station at Kingston Plaza and travel through the
Hurley Flats and return. Fall rides are about an hour and fifteen minutes long
and are approximately 8 miles round trip. Plus, passengers can select a pumpkin
to take home and decorate. Pumpkins will be spread out on the flat cars for
passengers to select their favorite to take home. 10am. 55 Plaza Rd., Kingston.
(845) 332-4854.
October 26. MYKINGSTONKIDS HALLOWEEN FEST & PARADE.
Prepare for an out-of-this-world adventure at the
MyKingstonKids Halloween Fest with a Space Theme! Blast off into a galaxy of
spooky fun where children can explore alien worlds, encounter extraterrestrial
creatures, and embark on interstellar quests. Dress up in your best space gear
and join us for a day of cosmic delights, featuring thrilling space-themed
workshops, interactive activities, and a galaxy of treats! Don’t miss our
stellar costume contest, where the most creative space explorers will be crowned
champions. It’s a Halloween celebration that’s truly ‘out of this world’ and
promises to be an unforgettable experience for kids and families alike. Parade,
2pm–3pm | Festival, 3pm–7pm. 2pm. 507 Broadway, Kingston.
October 26. Trick orTreat in Marlboro.
Come stroll through the quaint hamlet of Marlboro, meet
& greet many local business owners, civic/school groups, and community
organization representatives. Adults get a treat by receiving local business
information/coupons/savings and kids get tasty treats! Dance performances, costume
contest, prizes, festive music, ice cream sundaes, baked goods samples, food, kids’
crafts, Halloween games, hay maze, a photo-op area, petting zoo, and much more!
2pm. Hamlet of Marlboro, Marlboro.
October 26. UlsterCorps’14th Annual Zombie Escape.
Kick off your Halloween at UlsterCorps’ 14th Annual Zombie
Escape, at Fifth Lake Hudson Valley (formerly Williams Lake) in Rosendale.
Events include a 5k timed trail run, 2k walk, and a free 1k Fun Run for kids. Enjoy
the spectacular fall foliage and beautiful trails at Fifth Lake Hudson Valley,
while passing zombies and other spooky surprises hiding in the woods, tunnels,
and caves. All runners including kids will receive a themed race medal. Custom
awards in overall and age groups for the 5K. Register for the 5K Race or 2K
Walk by Friday, October 4th, and receive a FREE t-shirt! 9am. 424 Williams Lake
Rd, Rosendale.
October 26-27. A Spooktacular Weekend.
Enjoy a spooky weekend at Weed Orchards & Winery! Lots of Halloween themed food and drinks! A wide array of local food trucks will be at the winery. Bring the kids in costume for trick or treating, pumpkin painting, and a costume contest! Music and entertainment will be provided. 43 Mount Zion Rd, Marlboro.
Sullivan County
October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26. Rocky Horror 2024.
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named "Rocky." Come For Dinner And The Show! Doors open at 6 for dinner and drinks, dinner service ends at 7:30 and show starts at 8pm. 39 Forestburgh Rd, Forestburgh.
October 25-27. Crystal Connection Halloweekend.
Friday Night
Market! 5pm-10pm. $5 Admission includes movie night with popcorn and s’more
kits, trick or treating, 14+ costume contest, pet costume contest, access to
vendors, a haunted walk-through maze, and more! We will have readers doing
sessions this evening as well! The store will close at 7:15 pm. 2 FREE light
shows at 7:30 and 9:30 pm. Harvest and Psychic Fair, Saturday, 11am-6pm with
10+ Readers and healers, and 10+ Vendors. Free raffle and free lightshow at
7:30pm. On Sunday, the entire property will be decorated as a Halloween
walkthrough! Please come and enjoy! Costumes strongly encouraged!! 5pm. 116
Sullivan St, Wurtsboro. (845) 888-2547.
Westchester County
September 20-22, September 25-November 3, 8-10, 15-17. The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze.
Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack-o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on-site by our team of artisans. Complete with synchronized lighting and an original soundtrack, this one-of-a-kind event is not to be missed. 525 S Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson.
September 27-29, October 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27, 31. Legend of Sleepy Hollow Discovery Walk.
Our fun and friendly tour guides will take you on a colorful, photo op filled, immersive romp through the property at the historic heart of Sleepy Hollow, where you will see key landmarks of this special place made famous by Washington Irving in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. This one-hour tour takes you through the hidden corners in the landscape at Philipsburg Manor that inspired settings in Irving’s amazing tale. You’ll encounter a variety of immersive scenes. This illuminating daytime experience is the easiest and most fun way to get deep inside the true Legend! 381 N Broadway, Sleepy Hollow.
October 20. Legend of Sleepy Hollow Family Storytelling Event.
Storyteller David Neilsen will perform a 25-minute retelling of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. In costume, Neilsen uses Irving’s original language to set the scene and take the audience on a ride along with Ichabod Crane on that fateful night. This will be a fun, family event, featuring additional Halloween treats and activities for our guests. 300 Riverside Dr, Sleepy Hollow.
October 20. Trick or Treat on the Farm.
Put on your best costume and visit our animals to see what
treats await. (treats available while supplies last). 12pm. 51 Route 100,
Katonah. (914) 864-7286.
October 26. Boo Walk.
Come in costume and walk our non-scary Halloween-themed
wooded trails. Walk closes promptly at 3pm. 12pm. 51 Route 100, Katonah. (914)
864-7286.
October 31. Rocky Horror Picture Show.
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O’Brien). Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.” 1008 Brown St, Peekskill.
Putnam County
October 25-26. Spellbound.
This is a captivating Halloween festival featuring a mystic
market with local artisans, live performances, delectable food, thrilling
escape rooms, and family-friendly entertainment. Perfect for all ages, it
promises an enchanting experience filled with magic and excitement. 3pm. 201
Gypsy Trail Rd, Carmel.
Last updated 9/20/2024
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