Best Neighborhoods to Trick or Treat on Halloween in New Jersey 2025

Clinton Place in Hackensack is known for having over-the-top Halloween decorations on nearly every home. Photo by James Falletti

If you're looking to up your Halloween game this year, we've got the scoop on the best places to trick or treat in New Jersey. These Halloween-obsessed New Jersey towns and neighborhoods decorate their homes with fabulous Halloween decorations to delight trick-or-treaters big and small. Others turn their streets into festive Halloween block parties.

Where can you join in the fun near your home? We’ve compiled a list of dozens of towns and neighborhoods that are worth a visit for trick-or-treating in New Jersey. Those who make the trip can expect lots of treats—not to mention some prime photo-ops.

Find more fun in our Halloween Guide for New Jersey Families, including the best FREE Halloween events for local kids.

Best Neighborhoods to Trick-or-Treat on Halloween in Philadelphia

Before the sun sets, or after, the Philly neighborhoods on our list are great spots for trick-or-treating. Photo courtesy of Chestnut Hill

Looking for the best places to trick-or-treat near Philly? We've got you covered with all the best neighborhood haunts.

Whether you're looking for spooky decor, full-size candy bars, or an epic Halloween block party, we've found the best Philly neighborhoods for trick-or-treating. Local parents, caregivers, and candy-givers have weighed in to help us roundup Philly's best neighborhood haunts, so get moving on those costumes and get ready to pound the pavement.

School night or not, Philly is here for the sugar rush on the big day, but if you're looking for more Halloween fun check out our round-up of Top Halloween Events in Philly, or if you want to save some cash, don't miss our Top Free Halloween Events

25 Things To Do in New Jersey During November 2025 School Holidays

Spend a day running around at Johnson's Corner Farm this November. Photo courtesy of the farm

While New Jersey students have the November school break to look forward to, parents are left to figure out things to do to fill those days off. The first holiday falls on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, followed by the NJEA Convention on Thursday, November 6, and Friday, November 7. Some school districts have gone a step further, giving students that entire week off!

Of course, don't forget about Thanksgiving at month's end, when kids have off both Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28; some even have a half-day or no school the Wednesday prior, too. Yikes!

With that in mind, we've pulled together this list of 25 things to do to keep your kids busy during November's New Jersey school holidays, so read on for our picks for the best staycation ideas this November.

If you are looking for more activities this season, take a peek at our New Jersey Fall Fun Guide. It might also be a good time to check off one or two items on our list of 100 things to do in New Jersey with kids before they grow up.

Sweet Dreams Await at Pillsbury's Let It Dough Hotel Suite in Midtown Manhattan

Every morning feels like Christmas at Pillsbury's Let It Dough Suite at the Club Wyndham Midtown 45.

Guests planning a NYC holiday vacation—or even a Christmastime staycation—are in for a sweet surprise: Club Wyndham and Pillsbury have joined forces to offer the sweetest escape south of the North Pole!

Think a fireplace glowing with holiday cheer, cookie-scented decor, and icing-dripped window trimmings, plus a fully stocked refrigerator for all your holiday baking needs and the Doughboy himself on speed dial offering holiday cheer and baking tips.

We got a sneak peek and can report that this hotel suite takes the cake for the most festive NYC hotel this holiday season. Read on for all the sprinkle-dusted details on how to score your own stay here.

Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains near NYC in 2025

Meet Santa aboard The Polar Express chugging along the Morristown and Erie lines. Photo courtesy of the Morristown and Erie Railway

These Polar Express train rides near NYC bring the magic of Chris Van Allsburg’s popular Christmas picture book, The Polar Express, to life each winter. We've found festive Polar Express train rides, Christmas trains, and holiday trolleys all within a whistle's blow of the New York City metro area.

A huge hit with kids and parents alike, these Christmas trains near New York City spark the imagination and holiday spirit with seasonal snacks, stories, and even gifts—not to mention a visit from Santa himself. You can even find a North Pole Express bus right in the heart of Manhattan.

No matter which Polar Express train ride you choose, your family can combine your outing with an annual Santa Claus photo-op and bring home the lasting memories of a holiday adventure.

These Christmas train rides sell out quickly, often months in advance, so book now if you want to go. Find more regional Polar Express and Christmas train rides in our roundup of New Jersey Christmas trains and Philadelphia Polar Express rides, plus plenty more local seasonal offerings in our Christmas Guide.

Comedy Clubs and Performances for Kids in Philly

Arden Theatre Company. Photo by Ashley Smith, Wide Eyed Studios

Some kids are artsy; some are sporty; and some just love to be silly. Bring the laughs with some fun family experiences for kids and teens. And for the budding comedians, enroll them in some of the area's best comedy workshops and classes.

Check out our Classes Guide to find all the best classes for kids in the Philly area.

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