With this beautiful weather and the wonderful feeling of fall at our feet, there are so many Halloween-related activities to help get ready for the big, spooky night. But, where to go? You’ve got the beautiful city of New York just minutes from campus, a perfect playground for some Halloween fun. Here is a list of some of the best Halloween activities you and your friends can attend this season! Come on, you’re never too old to enjoy some good, ghostly fun! Best part is, all of these events listed are FREE!
Pumpkin Fest at Central Park
Head to Central Park Bandshell for a day full of festive fall events!
Where: Central Park (entrance on 72nd Street)
When: Saturday, October 26 from 11am-3pm
Activities Include:
- NY*Z Scream Haunted House- located at the Bestheda Fountain
- Pumpkin Patch
- Pumpkin Carving
- TheCare.com decorating zone
- Live Quidditch Matches
- Live Entertainment
…and so much more! Visit: http://www.nycgovparks.org for more details!
Tricks and Treats at Bryant Park
Stop by Le Carrousel in Bryant Park for some ghostly activities!
Where: Byrant Park
When: Saturday, October 26 (rain date October 27)
This event includes:
- Face Painting
- Entertainment by Justin the Magician
- Pumpkin Decorating
Visit http://www.bryantpark.org/plan-your-visit/calendar.html for more information on this event.
Tribeca Halloween Parade & Party
Hang out in the trendy area of Tribeca and show off your costume at their Halloween Parade and Party!
Where: Washington Market Park, Chambers and Greenwich Street
When: Sunday, October 27 from 1-3pm
This event includes:
- Costume Parade
- Face Painting
- Live entertainment
Check out http://www.washingtonmarketpark.org/events/halloween-parade-and-party/ for more info.
Hometown Halloween
Still love to go trick-or-treating? Grab your friends and head to the Finanical District for a night of fun and trick-or-treat at Trinity Church’s graveyard!
Where: 74 Trinity Place Place between Rector and Thames Street
When: Thursday, October 31 from 3-6m
This event includes:
- Photos taken
- Apple Cider
Check out http://www.trinitywallstreet.org/node/2934 for more info!
Asphalt Screams
This Halloween event, located at two locations- the Upper East Side and Battery Park- is bound to be a great one! Wear your creepiest costume and if you are one of the the first 300 people, you’ll win a free goodie bag when you attend this haunted event! Come on, who doesn’t love candy!?
Where: (Two Locations) Upper East Side and Battery Park
When: Thursday, October 31, 4-6pm
This event includes:
- Zombie Freeze Tag
- Spooktacular Soccer Shootout
- You must RSVP for this event and you can do so at: http://www.asphaltgreen.org/c-2581-p-Asphalt-Screams.aspx
Have fun! Get your Halloween on!