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Halloween Events & Activities for NYC Kids

All the superheroes and stars come out for BAMboo!, the over-the-top Halloween party at BAM. Photo by Elena Olivia
Halloween Weekend in NYC: Trick-or-Treat and More Things To Do with Kids
From costume parades to top trick-or-treat spots, here are all our top picks for Halloween weekend.
Tiny trick-or-treaters are invited to show off their Halloween costumes as they walk the trick-or-treat trail at the Queens Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of the garden
Top Halloween Events in NYC for Families in 2022
The spooky season is upon us and these are the must-do's in NYC this Halloween.
Halloween means candy galore in NYC. Photo by Sara Marentette
Best Places to Trick-or-Treat in NYC this Halloween
From the Manhattan to Staten; Brooklyn to the Bronx, here are NYC's top trick-or-treating spots.
The Harlem Meer's free Halloween event lineup includes costumes, plenty of candy, and a charming pumpkin flotilla. Photo courtesy of Central Park Conservancy
Best Free Halloween Events in New York City for Kids in 2022
Here's the best treat of all: A roundup of totally FREE Halloween events for families in NYC.
Pick you own apples at a farm near NYC. Photo by Matt Nighswander
Fall Fun Guide for NYC Kids
Best fall fairs, u-pick farms, art, and seasonal getaway ideas for NYC families.
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Join the Halloween party at Bryant Park to enjoy eerie magic tricks, face painting, arts & crafts, and spooky stories. Photo by Angelito Jusay
Best Things To Do on Halloween in NYC with Kids: Halloween Events on October 31
We've got the scoop on the top parades, treats, parties, and Halloween night happenings in NYC.
Get in costume to strut your stuff at the annual Bronx Halloween Parade. Photo courtesy of the parade organizers
The Best Halloween Parades in New York City for Kids in 2022
We've rounded up the best neighborhood Halloween parades in NYC, perfect for kids and toddlers.
Governors Island’s annual pumpkin patch, Pumpkin Point, returns to the historic Nolan Park. Photo courtesy of Governors Island
Harvest Festivals, Hayrides, and Pumpkin Patches in NYC for Families
No car? No problem! There's plenty of fall fun to be had within NYC limits.
Join in the Halloween fun at the Whippany Railway Museum onboard "The Pumpkin Patch Train". Photo courtesy of the Whippany Railway Museum
The Great Pumpkin Train and More Halloween Train Rides in New Jersey
Hop aboard a pumpkin train for scenic and spooky fun!
The Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor for its 18th season, debuting September 16. Photo by Tom Nycz/courtesy of the Historic Hudson Valley
How To See the Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze in 2022
Get your tickets now for this Hudson Valley Halloween tradition.
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Get in costume to strut your stuff at the annual Bronx Halloween Parade. Photo courtesy of the parade organizers
The Best Halloween Parades in New York City for Kids in 2022
We've rounded up the best neighborhood Halloween parades in NYC, perfect for kids and toddlers. READ MORE 
The Harlem Meer's free Halloween event lineup includes costumes, plenty of candy, and a charming pumpkin flotilla. Photo courtesy of Central Park Conservancy
Best Free Halloween Events in New York City for Kids in 2022
Here's the best treat of all: A roundup of totally FREE Halloween events for families in NYC. READ MORE 
Join the Pumpkin Parade at the New York Botanical Garden in your best Halloween costume! Photo courtesy of NYBG
Not-So-Scary Halloween Events in NYC for Toddlers and Preschoolers in 2022
These Halloween happenings are just the right speed for little revelers. READ MORE 
These Halloween costume stores in NYC have everything you need to perfect your look for October 31 and all the festivities leading up to Halloween. Photo by Sara Marentette
6 Unique Halloween Costume Stores in NYC
Get ready for the season with a spectacular costume from one of these only-in-NYC shops. READ MORE 
It's a monster mash at the Queens County Farm Museum's thrilling Halloween on the Farm event, which includes a haunted house. Photo courtesy of the museum
Spooky Halloween Walks and Haunted Houses in NYC for Kids
Enjoy an age-appropriate scare with these picks for spooky fun. READ MORE 
Sweeten someone else's day by donating Halloween candy to troops, the elderly, or children in need. Photo courtesy of the Halloween Candy Buyback Program
5 Sweet Ways to Donate Halloween Candy: Ronald McDonald House, Operation Shoebox, and More
Sweeten someone's day by donating to troops or kids in need. READ MORE 

Halloween Fun in the Burbs

Pluck a perfect pumpkin from the pumpkin patch at Alstede Farm in New Jersey. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
12 Pumpkin Patches near NYC for Families
Pick a perfect pumpkin at one of these patches in Westchester, New Jersey, and Long Island. READ MORE 
Enjoy an elaborate display of intricate, creative hand-carved, and lit pumpkins at Wagner Farm Arboretum's Brite Nites attraction.
Halloween Drive-thrus in the Tri-State Area: Pumpkins, Lights, and Haunted Scenes for 2022
Hop in the car for a spooky night out at these drive-thrus. READ MORE 
Join in the Halloween fun at the Whippany Railway Museum onboard "The Pumpkin Patch Train". Photo courtesy of the Whippany Railway Museum
The Great Pumpkin Train and More Halloween Train Rides in New Jersey
Hop aboard a pumpkin train for scenic and spooky fun! READ MORE 
The Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor for its 18th season, debuting September 16. Photo by Tom Nycz/courtesy of the Historic Hudson Valley
How To See the Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze in 2022
Get your tickets now for this Hudson Valley Halloween tradition. READ MORE 
Rise of the Jack O’Lanterns is back and bigger than ever on Long Island.
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Rise of the Jack O'Lanterns Opens on Long Island
The must-see Halloween event features more than 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins. READ MORE 
Haunt O'Ween is spooky but not overly frightening.
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Haunt O'Ween Debuts in New Jersey
Eye-candy abounds at this new, immersive, walk-through Halloween display in Holmdel. READ MORE 

Halloween Crafts and Treats

These easy Halloween treats are perfect for those classroom parties.
10 Easy Halloween Treats for Kids
These Halloween treats are perfect for the classroom party or spooky post-school snacks.READ MORE 
Which pumpkin carving idea will you choose? Spooky or sweet?
Easy Pumpkin Carving Ideas and Pumpkin Carving Stencils for Halloween
Carve your jack-o'-lantern to perfection with these templates.READ MORE 
These clever DIY Halloween costumes for kids don't require a PhD in crafting.
Easy Last-Minute Halloween Costumes for Kids
Here are 12 easy costumes that even a non-crafty mom or dad can pull together on the fly.READ MORE 
Kids can make Halloween window decorations for the whole neighborhood to enjoy! Photo by Briesha Bell, via Unsplash
75 Fun Halloween Activities for Kids: Halloween Crafts and Treats for Spooky Fun
How to keep kids busy until it's time to trick-or-treat.READ MORE 

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5 Sweet Ways to Donate Halloween Candy: Ronald McDonald House, Operation Shoebox, and More
Sweeten someone's day by donating to troops or kids in need. READ MORE 
Best Things To Do on Halloween in NYC with Kids: Halloween Events on October 31
We've got the scoop on the top parades, treats, parties, and Halloween night happenings in NYC. READ MORE 
Best Places to Trick-or-Treat in NYC this Halloween
From the Manhattan to Staten; Brooklyn to the Bronx, here are NYC's top trick-or-treating spots. READ MORE 
15 Best Halloween Towns in the US: From Salem, MA to the Winchester House
From historical haunts to terrifying theme parks to cities of lore, these are the spookiest cities...READ MORE 
The Best Halloween Parades in New York City for Kids in 2022
We've rounded up the best neighborhood Halloween parades in NYC, perfect for kids and toddlers. READ MORE 
Haunt O'Ween Debuts in New Jersey
Eye-candy abounds at this new, immersive, walk-through Halloween display in Holmdel. READ MORE 
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