There are lots of places to go and things to do for a chilling, thrilling Halloween on Long Island. Even though Halloween only falls on one day, you can celebrate at other times this month with lots of fun festivals and other Halloween-inspired events. Here are some of the spooky things to do before and on Halloween.
For other events this month, see October Events on Long Island and Pumpkin Picking on Long Island.
NOTE: This page is updated annually.
For other events this month, see October Events on Long Island and Pumpkin Picking on Long Island.
NOTE: This page is updated annually.
Now Through October 31
At Hicks Nurseries, kids will enjoy a FREE walk-through, animated story about Otto the Ghost in Otto's Green Halloween. There will also be live animals on view.Hayrides ($3.50 per person) start on September 24th - continuously on weekends and holidays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on the hour and half-hour on weekdays. Roasted corn, jelly apples and popcorn are available on weekends and holidays.
Hick's Nurseries, Inc. is located at 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury. For more information, visit Hicks Nurseries or call (516) 334-0066.
Throughout October
Throughout October, while visiting Atlantis Marine World, children of all ages are invited to visit Poseidon¹s Pumpkin Hay Patch at the aquarium and hunt for their own free pumpkin to paint and decorate. General admission for adults 18-61 is $21.50 plus tax, children 3-17 and seniors 62+/$18.50 plus tax,children 2 and under/free.Now through Sunday, November 8
In the fall, Bayville Adventure Park turns into Bayville Scream Park with chills and thrills for the whole family. Five terrifying rides include the Bloodworth Haunted Mansion, Funhouse of Fear and Curse of the Zombie Pirates. If you're hungry, stop by theier Creepy Cafe. For prices, go to Bayville Scream Park.Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4
PumpkinFest at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center in Yaphank. Attractions include a corn maze, hay rides, pumpkin picking and painting, llamas and other farm animals, and much, much more. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. $10 (all inclusive), children under 3 enter for free. Call (631)852-5300 for more information.Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10
For the past 18 years around Halloween, the Bayville Firehouse, 258 Bayville Avenue, Bayville has transformed into a haunted house as a fundraiser for the Bayville Fire Company No. 1. Friday night, from 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, from 6 to 11 p.m., enter the house of terror by paying a $12 per person admission charge. For more information, please go to the Bayville Firehouse or call (516) 628-3230.The Haunted Firehouse is also open on October 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and 31.
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17
For the past 18 years around Halloween, the Bayville Firehouse, 258 Bayville Avenue, Bayville has transformed into a haunted house as a fundraiser for the Bayville Fire Company No. 1.See October 9-10 listing for details. The Haunted Firehouse is also open on October 9, 10, 23, 24, 30 and 31.
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17
The Cradle of Aviation Museum presents Haunted Hangars & Spooky Carousel. Also on October 23-24. Haunted Hangars 7-11 p.m. See what’s lurking in the shadows of the historic haunted hangars at the Cradle of Aviation Museum. Not for the faint of heart...Spooky Carousel 6-9 p.m. Spooky, but not scary, fun for all ages. Trick or Treat through the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Unlimited rides on the Halloween-decorated Historic Nunley's Carousel. Family Craft Activities.
Haunted Hangars $10.00 per person or Spooky Carousel $10.00 per person or both events for only $15.00 per person. For more information, please call (516)572-4066 or visit Cradle of Aviation Museum,
Friday, October 16, Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18
Gateway's Haunted Playhouse of Horrors run by the Gateway Playhouse, 215 South Country Road, Bellport. From 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Walk through a haunted house to meet ghosts and ghouls. Note: this is NOT recommended for children. Tickets: $15 per person, $20 VIP fast-pass - available online, by phone or in person. For tickets and more info: Gateway Playhouse, call (631) 286-1133 or email boxoffice@gatewayplayhouse.com.Also on October 22-25, 27-31 and November 1.
