Here's what you need to know to have the best Halloween in NYC, including the best children's parades, great places to trick-or-treat, best Halloween events for younger kids, and best free Halloween events. We've also got important Halloween safety tips, and details on fearsome fetes beyond the five boroughs, like haunted happenings in Westchester and Halloween events on Long Island. We are continually updating our Halloween posts as new events pop up, so check back often or subscribe to our FREE emails to have the very best upcoming Halloween events and activities delivered straight to your inbox. For more Halloween activity ideas, don't forget to browse the Mommy Poppins Event Calendar, which has lots of Halloween events for NYC kids, mostly free. Looking for a perfect jack-o'-lantern? Check our Pick Your Own Guide for the best pumpkin patches in and near the city. Photo via Bigstock
