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Westchester's Top Halloween Events and Haunted Houses for Kids

Submitted by Stephanie Ogozalek on Sat, 10/01/2016 - 10:00am

Think you can handle the Creepy Morgue at Playland or survive the Haunt at Rocky Ledge? Whether you’re local or a daytripper, Westchester is a hot spot of exciting and fun (and terrifying!) Halloween happenings for children. We've collected some of the best frights, as well as a few ideas better suited for the younger ghouls.

If you’re looking for even more events ranging on the horror meter, check out the legendary Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze (it sells out quickly!) or visit some of the other must-see Halloween doings for kids in Westchester and the rest of the Lower Hudson Valley. (Many of those events are better suited for the younger crowd.)

October GoList: Best Things To Do with LA and OC Kids Halloween Month

Submitted by Roberta B on Sat, 10/01/2016 - 3:00am

Kids cannot live by Halloween alone—or can they? Just in case, we've included a couple of events on our October GoList that actually are not about Halloween. Just a couple. Of course, if Halloween festivals and pumpkin patches are what you're craving, they're with us all month long in abundance. Ghost trains and mega-haunts, too. But with all the activities October has to offer, a little guidance is definitely in order. Read on for our top (baker's) dozen October things to do in LA, Ventura, and OC. We'll keep adding to our calendar daily and sending our weekly newsletters, too; with so much going on, we'll have to!

Oktoberfest for Families: Kinderfest at Old World in Huntington Beach

Submitted by Kathie Bozanich on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 6:00pm

Oktoberfest conjures up images of raucous crowds in beer halls, but Old World in Huntington Beach turns the fall tradition into a family event on Sunday afternoons with Kinderfest. This is a great thing to know if your personal limit on pumpkins, ghosts, and haunted houses is in danger of being met; adult fun with a childish (and canine!) twist is on offer all month in the OC.

October GoList: Best Things to Do with Kids in Boston

Submitted by Tara D on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 2:44pm

October in Boston is the greatest. In addition to fall fun like pumpkin picking and the excitement of Halloween, there are country fairs, festivals, special events, and performances galore. Every year we count the days until Opening Our Doors and the Boston Book Festival, plus new events we can't wait to experience. Opportunities for families to enjoy the autumn weather and the best of Boston (often for free) are bountiful. Here are our top 10 picks for this October.

Best Things To Do with NYC Kids: October GoList

Submitted by Raven Snook on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 12:00pm

Get your calendars ready. Here are the top 14 things to do with kids in New York City this October, five of which are FREE.

Halloween may generate the hoopla, but there are plenty of other must-do activities this month. The fall culture season kicks into high gear with amazing live entertainment, including a page-to-stage adaptation of Mr. Popper's Penguins at the New Victory Theater, a multimedia Gustafer Yellowgold concert, and a kid-friendly tribute to the late, great David Bowie.

Looking for more interactive fun? Have your pets blessed in Morningside Heights, get creative at the New York Hall of Science's Maker Faire New York, and cheer on the competitors in the annual Great North River Tugboat Race & Competition.

20+ Fall Day Trips for NJ Families

Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 11:00am

You know it's autumn in New Jersey when the mercury starts dropping, the air gets crisper, and every walk down the street is accompanied by an orchestra of crunching leaves. If you're itching to make some amazing memories of Autumn 2016, look no further than this hit list of fun and budget-friendly outings.

October GoList: The Best Things To Do with Houston Kids This Month

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 10:07am

Fun events and activities for Houston kids and families in October 2016.

Theater for the Whole Family: Five Shows to Catch in October

Submitted by Frances Broussa... on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 10:07am

It's never too early to introduce children to the magic of theater. And with so many great performances this fall, there is no better opportunity to do so. From a free children's show at Miller Outdoor Theatre to an underwater extravaganza at the Wortham Center, there is something for everyone in your family.

October GoList: The Best Things to Do with Westchester Kids

Submitted by Susan Miele on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 10:00am

October is loaded with Halloween and fall fun, and there's no shortage of either in Westchester and the Hudson Valley! We've mentioned the best places to go apple and pumpkin picking, and we've rounded up fantastic fall festivals to check out, but there's even more fun to be had. Historic Hudson Valley shines this month with family-friendly Halloween events including the Great Jack O'Latern Blaze and other seasonal events happening all month long.

Not all the fun centers around seasonal events, however. There’s also the Peekskill Rotary Annual Horse Show and Country Fair, the wildly popular Eastchester Columbus Day Carnival and Parade and lots for kids of all ages (much of which is FREE) at the YoFi Fest - The Yonkers Film Festival.

With so many tremendous events this time of year, we barely scratch the surface here, so be sure to check our Event Calendar for many more options. Now grab your calendar and read on for the best events happening this month in Westchester and the Hudson Valley!

October GoList: Best Things To Do with Philly Kids This Month

Submitted by Cait Sumner on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 8:00am

October is here and it's full of pumpkins, apples, hayrides, corn mazes, festivals, and more. Fall fun abounds and the weather is perfect for some outdoor fun. Check out the Fall Guide for more fun ways to get outside and enjoy fall before it gets too cold. If you've had your fill of fall fun and are looking for a little more variety in your fall calendar, the GoList has plenty of other great opportunities to have fun with your kids this month.

For lots of great Halloween fun and activities, check out our Halloween Guide, which is jam-packed with trick-or-treat alternatives, haunted houses, and amusement parks. As always, if you're still looking for something to do, our events calendar has plenty more activities to keep the whole family busy.