Spooky local events bring screams, laughs and fun!

As the leaves crunch and the air turns crisp, Halloween magic begins to stir across the Hudson Valley. From sweet treats to silly scares, local spots are brewing up family-friendly fun—costumes, candy, and just the right dash of spooky. Here’s where to find it all, right near home. Make this Halloween season one to remember.

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Dutchess County

Fridays only, September 26-October 31 Happy Fall Fridays at Barton Orchards.

Corn Maze & Haunted House 3–8pm (last entry into corn maze is 7:15). Concessions, apple picking, General Store & Creamery, Tap Room, dog park, petting zoo & wooden ship playground 11am–close. 63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag. 3pm

October 9 Halloween Paint Night.

The Artist’s Corner’s holiday series kicks off with a spooky cauldron. Painters will paint on an 11x14 canvas. Price is $25 per canvas with a discount being given to anyone registering for all 3 events. 793 Route 52, Fishkill. 5:30pm.

October 9 Pikachu Pumpkin.

Pokémon fans can join us in creating a mini–Pikachu Pumpkin. Recommended for grades K-5. Registration required. 141 Boardman Road, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 4pm.

Saturdays & Sundays, October 10-26 A Very Fluffy Halloween.

It’s Lilymore Farm’s version of a Halloween fest – only way cuter. Join us for a fun-filled guided farm tour where you can meet the adorable animals of Lilymoore Farm and the Dreaming of a Chance pigeon sanctuary. This year, we’ve got even more alpacas in Halloween costumes, goats dressed up, and even the llamas are joining the fun! Feel free to come in costume, or just let our fabulous alpaca, Lady Valentina Von Sparkles, steal the show. Either way, you’re in for a ton of fun. It’s a blast for all ages! 21 Moore Rd., Pleasant Valley. (845) 605-7002. 10am

October 11-12, 18-19 Pumpkin Bombing–The Squash Goes Squish.

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome's annual, world famous, season ending, crowd pleasing, vegan, extravaganza. 9 Norton Rd, Red Hook. (845) 752-3200. 10am

October 13 Kevin McCurdy’s Haunted Mansion Kids’ Day.

October 14 Haunted Storycraft.

Join in for a not-so-spooky story time and craft! Recommended for ages 4-8. Registration required. 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 4pm 

October 14 Wicked Wreath Workshop.

Add a touch of wild whimsy to your Halloween decorations! Join our Wicked Wreath Workshop where you will craft a hauntingly beautiful wreath using foraged foliage, grasses, and flowers. Start with a 10-inch handmade vine base to adorn with a variety of delightfully dead treasures. Your creation will capture the eerie essence of the season while celebrating the natural world around us. Presented by local gardener, Jessica Williams. Registration required. 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie (845) 485-3445. 6:30pm

October 16 DIY Glowing Ghost in a Jar.

Make your very own glow-in-the-dark ghost in a jar! We will be working with clay and other materials to create a haunting or fun scene. All skills are welcome. Registration required. 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 4pm

October 16 Halloween Crafts.

Halloween is coming! Join us and make some spook-tacular Halloween-themed crafts. Recommended for ages 6-11. Registration required. 141 Boardman Road, Poughkeepsie (845) 485-3445. 4pm

October 18 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! 55 Wilbur Blvd, Poughkeepsie. 845-452-1550. 2pm.

October 18 Wicked Wappingers Halloween Festival and Parade.

It will be a day of spooky celebration at the Village of Wappingers Falls. There will be festivities right after the parade at Mesier Park with Trunk or Treat, music, food, vendors, costume contests, best decorated trunk contest, and games. The parade lines up on E. Main Street by the bridge, near Market Street. Marching will begin at 12pm going toward Mesier Park. Festival after parade. (RAINDATE: OCTOBER 19). E. Main St. and Mesier Park, Wappingers Falls. 12pm. 

October 25 RCK Annual Trunk or Treat / IncrediCon / Car Show.

Come to Roy C Ketcham High School's annual trunk or treat car show and vendor event. There will be food trucks, vendors, cars, special guests, and fun at this FANTASTIC community event! 99 Myers Corners Rd., Wappingers Falls. 10am.

October 25 Spooky Fun at Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum.

Get creative with Halloween Art in the Maker Space – where little ghouls and goblins can craft their own frightfully fun masterpieces. Don’t miss the ultimate Halloween highlight: our Vomiting Pumpkin Demo! It’s silly, surprising, and a little bit gross – in the best way possible. Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum, 75 N Water St., Poughkeepsie. 11am.

October 25 Beacon's Halloween Hocus Pocus Parade and Festivities.

Embark on the Black Cat Scavenger Hunt across Main Street's participating businesses at 11am. Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween bash and Costume Contest for everyone at Happy Valley starting at 12pm. Plus, there's a First Responders Trunk or Treat at Veterans Place at 3pm. Beacon.

October 25 Howl-O-Ween Trunk or Treat.

Join us at East Fishkill Town Hall for our community friendly Howl-O-Ween trunk or treat. The event is free for all our friends throughout the community. It’s our way to thank you for all the support throughout the year. Want to participate as a trunk? Email riteshot21@gmail.com today to sign up! 330 Route 376, Hopewell Junction. 6pm. 

October 25 Stony Kill Spooktacular.

An evening of not-so-haunted Halloween fun on the farm with our haunted barn, potion maker, I Spy Spooky Garden, and haunted hayrides. (rain date Oct 26). 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls. (845) 831-3800. 4pm.

October 25 & 26 Tract-or-Treat Weekend.

A fun-filled Halloween celebration for the whole family! Kids can wear their costumes and trick-or-treat around the farm, collecting goodies at festive stops. Enjoy tractor-pulled hayrides, the Rotten Core Manor Haunted House, the Foggy Fortress Maze, and the Knights & Dragons Corn Maze. Plus, check out the Fun Park with the Mega Slide, pedal go-karts, mini golf, apple cannons, cow train, and more! 63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag. 10am.

October 26, 28-31 Halloween Planetarium Show.

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through captivating programs in our digital 4K portable planetarium. From fascinating astronomy lessons and mesmerizing laser light shows to thought-provoking science documentaries, each week promises a unique experience. The theme is Trick-Or-Telescope – a seasonal and spooky planetarium show! Ages: 5+ (must be 5 or older to be admitted and children ages 5-12 must be accompanied by an adult). Limited Space – secure your spot by arriving early! Planetarium seating is first-come, first-served, so please arrive at least one hour before your preferred showtime to secure your place. 75 N Water St, Poughkeepsie (845) 471-0589. 10/26 @ 11:30am, 10/28-31 @ 3:30pm.

October 26 Trick or Treat at the Farm.

Witches, Ghouls & Horses, Oh My! Come dressed in your best costume and enjoy spooky treats at our Halloween Trick-or-Treating event at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue! FREE for all kiddos! Trick-or-treating, costumes encouraged, spooky fun for the whole family. Bring your little goblins, ghosts, and superheroes for a magical morning with the horses and don’t forget your candy bags! 2699 Route 22, Dover Plains. 10:30am. 

October 29 Creative Explorations - Coffee Filter Bats.

Make a cute and spooky bat from coffee filters, ink, and clothespins! Kids will enjoy creating their own fluttery bat friend just in time for Halloween. The age range for this program is 2-12. Must register. 3 Friendly Ln, Millbrook. 4pm. 

October 30 Mall-O-Ween Spooktacular!

Mall-O-Ween returns! Join us on October 30th with a spooky night of mall trick-or-treating, a magic show with the great Charlini, music with Q92, costume contests, and more! We can’t wait to see you there—it’s going to be fang-tastic! Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall, 2001 South Rd, Poughkeepsie. 4pm.

October 30 Film Club: Hocus Pocus.

Tricks and treats abound in this Halloween cult classic about three wickedly funny witches brought back to life by unsuspecting pranksters in modern-day Salem. (Rated PG). Must register. 3 Friendly Ln, Millbrook. 6pm.

October 30 Fright Night 2025.

Join us for our 2nd Annual Fright Night! Get ready for a Spooktacular evening packed with fun and thrills! Admission includes Laser tag, mini golf, bouncing, roller skating, and pickleball. Come in your best costume, play games and grab some sweet treats! Don’t miss out on the frightful fun- Grab your tickets today! 2001 South Rd, Poughkeepsie. (845) 206-4555. 5pm.

October 30 Halloween Costume Party.

Come dressed and ready for a frighteningly fun time at our Halloween Costume Party! Compete in your costume’s category and enjoy spooky snacks! Don’t forget to try out the Haunted House on the same night! Costume prizes for best dressed Mario character, best dressed Disney character, most original and best dressed family unit. All families welcome. No registration required. 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 6pm.

October 30 Haunted House.

Are you brave enough to enter our haunted house? We promise you’ll scream with delight! All ages. No registration required. 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 6pm.

October 31 Halloween Fun at Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum.

Get ready for spooktacular Halloween fun at the museum! Emily’s Music for Kids leads this Halloween-themed Museum Melodies adventure including designing your own Halloween hat! Guests can trick-or-treat their way through the exhibits, collecting goodies from our visiting sponsors and local organizations. In the Maker Space, little ghouls and goblins can unleash their creativity with Halloween-inspired crafts and enjoy festive face painting. Free with museum admission.

October 31 Halloween at Family Partnership Center.

Please stop by SPD on the second floor of the Family Partnership Center for big fun on Halloween. There will be treats, games, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Bring the family and trick or treat with us from 3-5 pm. Costumes encouraged! No registration required. 29 North Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie. (845) 485-3445. 3pm.

Orange County

Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, October 1-25, Boo Arrow Farm Haunted Hayrides.

Come visit the annual Halloween Haunted Hayride! This frightfully spooky Haunted Hayride experience will bring you through the most haunted section of Boo Arrow Farm. You will board a trackless train where you’ll meet up-close the creatures of the night who are waiting to meet you for dinner! Don’t be a scaredy-cat! After the Haunted Hayride and stick around for some treats from our vendors, live and “not-so-alive” music, and other fun Halloween activities around Boo Arrow Farm! 86 Glenwood Rd, Pine Island. 7pm

Thursdays-Sundays, October 2-November 2 Brick-or-Treat.

It’s the most fang-tastic time of the year as the Monsters take over! Brick-or-Treat will bewitch LEGOLAND® New York Resort with themed shows that will have you in the Halloween spirit, exclusive LEGO® characters, trick-or-treating and more! 1 Legoland Blvd, Goshen. 12pm. 

Saturdays & Sundays, October 4-26 Pumpkin Picking Weekends at Blue Arrow Farm.

Don’t miss fall at Blue Arrow Farm! Pumpkin picking hayrides! Food trucks with full bars! Trackless train rides! Farm animal meet & greets! All in conjunction with our other fall-themed October events: Haunted Hayrides, Grateful Oktoberfest, Trunk or Treat, and more! 86 Glenwood Rd, Pine Island. 12pm.

Saturdays & Sundays, October 4-26 Haunted Boo Barn & Trails Kids No Scare Days

From daylight delights to moonlit frights, Thunderbird Farms is your Halloween destination! Choose 1 of 3 packages. Lights ON – Kids No Scare Boo Barn Explore the Boo Barn with the lights ON and no live actors. Peek behind the scenes and check out our eerie animatronics snoozing quietly until nightfall. Kids No Scare Haunted Trails Take a daylight stroll through the Haunted Trails and see where brave souls wander in the dark. No live actors just spooky props and chilling scenery.  A Scavenger Hunt is included until 10/25/25 and the person who tags us with at least 10 out of 15 selfies will be entered into our prize drawing with a chance to win 4 FREE Haunted Boo Barn ONLY Tickets for Halloween Weekend! Kids No Scare Combo Package Can’t choose? Do both. Plus, food, drinks, country store, and live music. 13 Van Sickle Rd., Pine Island. 12pm.

October 10 Spookley Movie Night

Take a short walk under the moonlight among the apple trees to an open field and watch Spookley the Square Pumpkin on a large outdoor screen (Bring a blanket!).  Each ticket provides parking, admission, and any size pumpkin of your choice in the pumpkin patch.  The farm market will be open for popcorn, drinks, and all our traditional farm goodies. Ticketholders can arrive at 5:30pm, Spookley movie begins at 6:45pm, event ends at 8pm. Bring your blankets! Rain Date: the following Friday. 101 Jessup Rd., Warwick. 5:30pm.

October 12 Witchingtonville Before Dark.

Bring the little monsters out before sunset for a cozy, kid-friendly Halloween party in the heart of Washingtonville. Expect big smiles, full candy buckets, and tons of photo-worthy moments. Trunk-or-Treat with decked-out cars handing out candy, corn maze, haunted hayrides, games, great food and fall craft vendors, costume strut, music by the one and only DJ Blizzard and a live performance by NYPAC, Hudson Valley Ghostbusters, and more family fun! Ahern Blvd, Washingtonville. 2pm.

October 16 Wicked Wreath Workshop.

Add a touch of wild whimsy to your Halloween decorations using earth friendly materials! Join our Wicked Wreath Workshop where you will craft a hauntingly beautiful wreath using locally foraged foliage, grasses, and flowers. Start with a 10-inch handmade wild vine base to adorn with a variety of delightfully dead treasures. Your creation will capture the eerie essence of the season while celebrating senescence! Registration will open at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 2. 124 Grand Street, Newburgh. 6:30pm

October 17-19 Salisbury Mills Fire Company Haunted Firehouse.

Join us for another Creepy Season of Scares! All are welcome as the creatures and spirits of darkness take over our firehouse for 3 chilling evenings. **Please Note: KIDS HOUR (from 6pm-7pm on Saturday) may be slightly longer depending on the number of guests in line, we try to accommodate everyone. Also, large parties will be split into smaller groups upon entering the event to ensure a proper scare attraction experience. Outside of Kids Hour this is a scary event, children under 10 admitted under parents’ discretion. 2128 Rt. 94, Salisbury Mills. 7pm.

October 18 Halloween Festival.

Trick or Treat at the Lakeside Farmers Market! Bark Park Howlaween Costume Party and treats to purchase. Trick or Treat. Annual Greenwood Lake Fire Department Parade. Plus, Halloween Festivities that continue throughout the evening. Vendors and food trucks will be available during the hours of 4-10pm. Village of Greenwood Lake, Greenwood Lake. 9am.

October 18 Spooky S.T.E.M. Lab Challenges.

Get ready for a spooky twist on science, technology, engineering, and math! These Halloween-themed S.T.E.M. activities are designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning for ages 5-10 with lots of Halloween excitement-all while learning through play. Costumes welcome and imagination encouraged! 124 Grand Street, Newburgh. 3pm.

October 19 Boo Arrow Farm Trunk or Treat!

Join the annual Trunk or Treat at Blue Arrow Farm! Costume contest with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes. Stay afterwards for live music in the pavilion, pumpkin picking hayrides, face painting, food truck, brick oven pizza, bar for grown-ups, gemstone mining sluice, Blue Arrow train rides, and Magic Forest! Each Trunk or Treat car receives 4 free admission passes and must supply at least 300 pieces of candy. There will be a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for the best trunks! Please arrive to set up your car by 10:30am. Registration deadline is Friday, October 17. 86 Glenwood Rd, Pine Island. 11am.

October 22 Teen Craft Night: Hocus Pocus Cupcakes.

Ages 11 - 17. Come to the library to create a fun craft with Ms. Kara! Crafts will range from baking to painting with a difficulty level for ages 11 and up. Snacks will be provided. Must. 227 NY-17, Tuxedo Park. 6pm

October 23-25 Haunted House @ WVCC.

Produced by Wickham Works, the annual Haunted House serves as a fundraiser for the Warwick Valley Community Center. A quintessential Warwick Valley event including crafting tables and concessions, the Haunted House features impressive immersive sets, costumes, and makeup executed by Warwick’s artists with re-used and rescued materials. Suitable for families, but parental discretion is advised. No-scare walk-throughs available. 11 Hamilton Ave, Warwick. 6pm.

October 24 8th Annual Trunk or Treat.

Get your candy buckets ready, it’s almost that time of year again! This isn’t just a Halloween event—it’s a celebration of community spirit. Families can enjoy a safe and festive evening of decorated trunks, sweet treats, and spooky fun for all ages. Come join us for a night full of fun, laughter, and community connection. We can’t wait to see you there! RAIN DATE: Saturday, October 25^th. 6pm- 8pm. 54 Powder Mill Rd, Newburgh. 6pm. 

October 25 Annual Halloween Storytime & Parade.

Stories, songs and trick-or-treating in the library! Please come in costume. Must register. One McFarland Drive, Warwick. (845) 986-1047. 11am.

October 25 Halloween Crafts and Spooky Stable.

Participate in creepy crafts - making ghostly windsocks and cat, bat or spider masks. Decorate a Trick-or-Treat bag or use for a holiday decoration. Play hauntingly fun games like pumpkin bowling and bat toss. Pick a pumpkin from our patch, or bring your own, and add creepy decorations to frighten off those scary Halloween spirits. The Halloween adventure will be topped off with a heart-pounding ride on our Harness Racing Simulator. Children are encouraged to come in costumes of all kinds. Pumpkins are limited and first come, first served. 240 Main St., Goshen. 10am.

October 25 Annual Trunk or Treat at Social Island.

Annual Trunk or Treat 1-3. Live music - Rubix 1-5. 939 Pulaski Highway, Goshen. (845) 545-5997. 11am.

October 25 Halloween Magic Show.

Join us in welcoming magician Brian Richards for magic, comedy, and lots of Halloween fun! For ages 2-10. Registration opens September 15th. 79 Waterstone Rd, Greenwood Lake. 10:30am. 

October 25 Lynch & Co 6th Annual Trunk or Treat.

Created especially for the special needs community of the Hudson Valley! Sensory Tables - Candy & Sweet Treats - Music & Games - A fun, safe and inclusive Halloween celebration. Free Admission- this event is open to all who attend. RSVP Message or email. 8 Scott Aldrich Lane, Westtown. 12pm.

October 25 Trunk or Treat.

Please join us for the Golden Hill PTA & Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Trunk or Treat Event. Trunks and other family-friendly activities are welcome! It will be a fun event to show off your Halloween costumes and trick or treat. There will be crafts, activities, treats, and more. Main Street, Florida. 2pm.

October 25-26 Tubing Spooktacular.

Step right up for the greatest chill on Earth — Mount Peter’s very first Tubing Spooktacular! Get ready for thrills on the slopes, festive food, spooky beats, and plenty of costume fun for the whole family! Highlights include tubing, sky rides, DJ spinning spooky tunes, food trucks & tasty treats, spooky sights & festive fun. Costumes encouraged: For all ages! Don’t miss out, we’ll see you at the top! 51 Old Mt Peter Rd, Warwick. 2pm.

October 29 Monster Mash Bash Story Time.

Ages 3 - 8. Join Ms. Kara as she reads some Halloween stories! Each story time will be filled with books, a craft, a small snack, and of course lots of fun! Must register. 227 NY-17, Tuxedo Park. 845-351-2207. 4pm.

October 29 Halloween Bash.

They did the mash — the Monster Mash! Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Bash at the library. We'll play Halloween games, get our faces painted, share ghost stories, and munch on some yummy candy. Dress in your scariest or cutest costume to march in our costume parade! Monroe Free Library, 44 Millpond Pkwy, Monroe. 5pm.

October 29 NECSD Annual Trunk or Treat.

Bring your family for a fun-filled evening of candy, costumes, and decorated cars! Gidney Avenue Memorial, School, 300 Gidney Ave, Newburgh. 5pm.

October 29 City of Newburgh Trunk or Treat.

Wear your costume, and bring the kids for an evening of candy, games, and community fun! Popcorn, hot chocolate, s'mores, DJ, light show, and more. Newburgh. 6pm.

October 31 Trick or Treating!

Attention Trick-or-Treaters! Don’t forget to visit the library on your candy seeking adventure! Halloween treats will be given out all day on Friday, October 31st. 227 NY-17, Tuxedo Park 845-351-2207. 9am.

October 31 Family Halloween Storytime and Trick or Treat.

Happy Halloween Spend Halloween morning with us at the library. Let's read a book or two and then go trick or treating! Chester Public Library, 1784 Kings Highway, Chester. 10:45am.

October 31 Halloween Party for Trick-Or-Treaters.

Stop by the Community Center for Halloween crafts, games, movies and fun before and after the parade. $5 suggested donation per child. Feeling too spooky? There will be a calm sensory-friendly room available. Warwick Valley Community Center, 11 Hamilton Ave, Warwick. 3pm.

Sullivan County

October 10-November 2 Peace, Love,& Pumpkins.

We are excited for the return of our 5th annual Peace, Love & Pumpkins Festival where we bring a cornucopia of family-friendly Halloween fun to our historic grounds this fall. During this walk-thru experience, guests will wind through the garden trails of beautiful Bethel Woods, highlighting thousands of unique hand-carved jack-o-lanterns and glowing displays of themed pumpkin art. Delight in displays featuring Woodstock festival icons, dinosaurs, mermaids, witches, and so much more! 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel. 6:30pm.

October 17-19, 24-26, 31-November 2 Halloween Themed Weekends.

Join Frost Valley for a weekend full of festive fun, including pumpkin painting, creative Halloween crafts, and apple cider making. As the sun sets, the Halloween magic continues! Bring your costumes—and don’t forget to bring decorations and goodies for trunk-or-treating. For those looking for adventure, venture into the dark woods for a spooky trail walk filled with surprises and seasonal thrills (but nothing too terrifying). And for our littlest ghouls or those who prefer gentler fun, don’t miss our Not-So-Spooky Halloween Party with games, music, and treats. Halloween fun for every age and scare-level! $215 per person + lodging. 2000 Frost Valley Rd, Claryville.

October 22 Sensory Friendly Experience at Peace, Love & Pumpkins.

Individuals of all ages with autism, complex developmental disabilities, or sensory sensitivities are welcome to experience our enchanting Halloween walk-thru experience during special sensory-friendly early hours before opening to the general public. Trained sensory-friendly staff will be present on the walk to offer assistance as needed. This experience will take place from 4pm- 6pm on Wednesday, October 22nd only. Caregivers will receive free entry, with a valid ID. 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel. 4pm.

October 24 Friday Night Fright at Peace, Love, & Pumpkins.

Experience the haunted gardens of Bethel Woods like you've never seen them before! Our Peace Love and Pumpkins gets a spooky makeover as the ghosts and ghouls come out to roam the grounds. A dark, terrifying experience that will leave you trembling as you exit – if you can make it out alive, that is! This experience is not recommended for young children, as this is a scary attraction. 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel. 6:30pm.

October 25 Halloween Community Day.

Join us for a day filled with fun and exciting fall activities and an evening of spooktacular Halloween games and haunted trails! Fall Activities: 9am-4:45pm, Haunted Trails & Halloween Games: 7-10 pm. This event is FREE and includes all scheduled program activities. Please register in advance for this program to help us plan accordingly. 845-985-2291 ext 450 or email reservations@frostvalley.or.. 2000 Frost Valley Rd, Claryville. 9am. 

October 26 Hippie Harvest Festival. Join Woodstock Way Groovy Eatery for a family-friendly fall celebration filled with music, food, and fun! We’re bringing the groovy vibes to the season with activities for kids and adults alike. Trunk or Treat, costume contest, live music, pumpkin decorating and more. 951 State Route 17 B, Bethel. 10am.

Ulster County

September 26 The Great Pumpkin Festival.

Hunt for your perfect pumpkin in our gigantic pumpkin patch. Create lasting memories together as you wander the pumpkin field full of photo ops. It tastes like pumpkin this weekend at the farm! Pumpkin pie, Susan’s pumpkin chocolate chip muffins, pumpkin spiced coffee, pumpkin seeds, and pumpkin hummus just to name a few items at our Barn Cafe. Swing by the bar in the barn for one of our Pumpkin Signature Cocktails special this weekend only! 2187 Route 32, Modena. (845) 883-7825. 10am.

October 10-23 “Shadows on the Screen: A Victorian Magic Lantern Show”.

Experience a dark excursion through the Victorian psyche with a performance employing antique glass magic lantern slides and projection equipment. We will visit the era’s morbid imagery of temperance tales, cautionary moral lessons for children, the drama of death at the hands of the merciless sea, and other skits and stories. Magic lantern performers Elliott and Schlemowitz have received awards for their presentations from the Victorian Society NY and the Magic Lanterns Society UK.  81 Huguenot St, New Paltz (845) 255-1660. 7pm.

October 11, 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 Family Friendly Halloween Classics! Spooky Tales Aboard Solaris.

Settle in and prepare to be spooked as our storytellers captivate you with specially selected tales for the Halloween season. You’ll hear about a headless horseman, ghosts stalking the river, and more. These stories have floated along the Hudson River and beyond for generations, and they’re sure to delight. Cozy up with some hot cider and treats and enjoy the smooth, quiet ride only Solaris can offer. Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Lndg, Kingston. 5pm.

October 18 & 19 Crystal Connection Halloweekend.

Join us for a fun filled weekend! 15+ Readers & Healers. 20+ Vendors. Costume Contest for Adults and Kids. Tricks, Treats & More! 116 Sullivan St, Wurtsboro. 11am.

October 19 Walkway Connections (For Kids!): Halloween Happenings.

This program will consist of a brief presentation illustrating the importance of bats and the role they play in our ecosystem.  Participants will then be able to try pumpkin painting and building their own bat box to bring these wonderful creatures closer to their homes.  Costumes are encouraged! 87 Haviland Rd, Highland. 2 sessions: 2pm & 5pm.

October 24 Boo at the Zoo – Movie Night!!

Join us for this FREE EVENT at Forsyth Nature Center. Come in costume, enjoy some snacks provided. Bring your own chair and/or blanket and enjoy! 5:30pm –Show off your costume, enjoy snacks, set up your blanket and chairs. 6:30pm – MOVIE BEGINS (at dark). 157 Lucas Ave, Kingston. (845) 339-3053. 5:30pm.

October 25 15th Annual UlsterCorps Zombie Escape.

Kick off your Halloween 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. The Zombie Escape is UlsterCorps’ primary annual fundraiser, and a perfect family friendly way to start your Halloween while supporting a great cause. 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. 424 Williams Lake Rd, Kingston. (845) 481-0331. 11am.

October 25 & 26 Halloween Craft Workshop & Scavenger Hunt.

Feel that chill in the air? The spookiest day of the year is around the corner, and Historic Huguenot Street’s popular “Halloween Craft Workshop and Scavenger Hunt” is back! Join us for a kid-friendly weekend full of fall crafts and spooky clues. Your child will complete three seasonal craft projects: paint a pumpkin, make their own monster mask, and create a hanging spider out of pipe cleaners and pony beads. Then, you can explore the grounds of our 10-acre historic site on a Halloween- themed scavenger hunt. Participants will take all crafts home and enjoy candy and other allergy-safe treats! Costumes are welcome! Pre-registration is required for this event. 81 Huguenot Street, New Paltz. 10am.

October 25 & 26 MyKK Halloween Fest& Parade: Wizards and Sorcerers.

The festivities begin with a vibrant parade on Saturday, departing from Pine Grove Avenue near the YMCA in Kingston at 2pm and concluding at Kingston Plaza near Hannaford Supermarket by 3pm. We welcome participation from all community organizations, businesses, churches, individuals, groups, and residents — whether you’re walking, driving a vehicle, or part of a band, there’s a place for you in the procession! 151 Plaza Rd., Kingston. 845-896-0105. 2pm.

October 26 The Great Chili Cook Off and Trunk or Treat.

Bring your best chili and some candy for the kids. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, New Paltz. 8pm.

October 31 Trick-or-Treat on Huguenot Street.

Children and families are welcome to gather on Huguenot Street and seek goodies from the residents of the historic homes, both past and present. 2 food trucks will be on site from 3:30pm through 7:30pm (the conclusion of the Halloween Parade After Party). This event is free and open to the public. Let us know you’re coming! Please RSVP so that we don’t run out of treats! 81 Huguenot St, New Paltz. (845) 255-1660. 3:30pm.

Other Counties

September 21, 24- November 16 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 immersive, one-of-a-kind event is not to be missed! 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-Hudson. 7:30pm.

September 21, 26-28, October 3-5, 10-13, 16-November 1 Mystic Moon: A Spooktacular Experience at Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard.

Step into a glowing world of enchantment this fall! Families and friends are invited to experience Mystic Moon, a magical, half mile illuminated Halloween trail filled with whimsical storybook scenes, theatrical lighting, and countless photo ops. This 40-minute adventure is crafted for both children and adults, weaving together an atmosphere that’s equally mystical and enchanting. Unlike traditional haunted attractions, Mystic Moon is designed for all ages, trading fright for wonder. North Salem. (914) 485-1210. 5:30pm.

October 3-5, 10-13, 17-19, 24-26, 31 Twilight Village at Sleepy Hollow.

An immersive outdoor experience with live storytellers, fire performers, and eerie encounters around every corner. Tarot readings (limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis). Pop-up market access with curious goods, oddities, and handmade wares. Food and drink, including adult beverages available for purchase. 381 N Broadway, Sleepy Hollow. 6:30pm.

October 25 Trunk or Treat: Firefighter Edition.

Join Molly the Museum Dog and some of her closest firefighter friends for a unique event you will not soon forget. Joining Molly will be local firefighters with their decorated firetrucks, giving out treats. Come inside and collect even more treats from the trunks in the Museum! Collect treats, play fire safety Halloween-themed games, and vote for your favorite firetruck and trunk, as we celebrate another super spooky season at the Museum! FASNY, 117 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson. 10am.

October 31 Trick-or-Treat at Clermont!

Swing by the Visitor Center between 10:30am and 4pm to trick-or-treat at Clermont. Come for the candy, stay for the photo ops at their spooky-cute Halloween photo stations! Please Note: Trick-or-treating in the Visitor Center is free. The mansion will be open for regular Thursday tour hours: on the hour from 11 am to 4 pm. Tour tickets for the mansion must be purchased at the Visitor Center. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and children under 12 are free. Clermont State Historic Site, 1 Clermont Ave, Germantown. 10:30am.

October 31 4th Annual Elks Halloween Trick-or-Treat.

Join us for a safe and family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Peekskill Elks! Kids can visit fun, interactive trick-or-treat stations, enjoy lots of free candy and snacks, and experience Halloween magic in a welcoming community setting. Come in costume and be part of the spooky fun — all are welcome! Peekskill Elks Lodge, 1038 Brown St., Peekskill. 3pm.

Last updated 10/28/2025