Fall & Halloween Events in NJ/NYC – Sleepover Party Shop’s Top Picks
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🍂 Get ready, party people – autumn is here, and so is the magic of the season! 🍁 At Sleepover Party Shop, we’re all about creating cozy, festive, and unforgettable moments, and there’s no better time to embrace the fun than during the fall and Halloween season. Whether you’re planning a teepee sleepover with a spooky twist or just want to experience the best fall activities in the NJ/NYC area, we’ve got you covered! 🎃 From pumpkin patches and haunted houses to bonfire nights and boo-tiful sleepovers, our curated list of Top Fall Events will help you and your loved ones make memories that’ll last a lifetime. Let’s make this October the most epic one yet!
Halloween 🎃 Highlights
Where: Hudson Valley, Long Island, NYC
When: 9/13 – 11/17
NY’s original & top-rated jack o’lantern event, The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze, has reopened for the Fall season! This renowned Halloween experience contains over 7,000 illuminated jack o’lanterns all designed and hand-carved onsite by artisans. See the pumpkins light up the night in the Hudson Valley & Long Island! Read more.
Where: Jackson Township, NJ
When: 9/13 onwards
Can you handle Fright Fest Extreme’s bone-chilling scarezones? Face your fears and experience terror like never before. Tickets are vanishing fast! At Fright Fest Extreme, nothing is as it SCREAMS, no matter how familiar. Experience the horror in haunted attractions inspired by Stranger Things, The Conjuring Universe, The SAW Franchise, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Trick ‘r Treat and Army of the Dead. Read more.
Where: Hammonton NJ
When: 9/28 – 10/27
This little goblin-friendly Halloween experience will leave the whole family laughing and gasping for more! The outdoor Halloween train takes you on a ride through Halloween Town. Tricks and treats include a hay maze, a new inflatable obstacle course, a pumpkin patch, a giant racing slide, photo-ops with a witch, and more. Lots of surprises ahead for kids and grownups! Read more.
Where: Bronx, NYC
When: 9/26 – 10/27
Keep the family fun going all autumn long with Boo at the Zoo! Dress to impress in your Halloween finest and come ready to enjoy NEW activities like face painting and mazes. There will also be magic and mind-reading shows, pumpkin carving demonstrations, costume parades, Halloween crafts, spooky stories, and more fun festivities! Best of all, Boo at the Zoo is included with your Bronx Zoo Admission ticket, so you can enjoy a day at the zoo discovering over 11,000 incredible animals and family-friendly Halloween fun. Read more.
Where: Sicklerville, NJ
When: 10/1 – 11/2
Perfect for creating fun-filled Halloween memories, The Spooky Speedway blends the thrill of the holiday with the warmth of a family outing. The experience is packed with surprises around every bend, offering a perfect mix of chills and cheer, making it a must-see for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re a fan of Halloween or just looking for a magical evening out, this illuminated adventure down Route 66 is sure to leave you “glowing” with excitement! Read more.
Where: Woodstown, NJ
When: 10/5 – 10/27
Embark on a rare-milage autumn-themed journey along the Woodstown Central Railroad! Take in the lush woods and scenic farmland as the Autumn Leaf Pumpkin Train travels the line. Passengers will enjoy many of the activities included in your train ticket like picking out a pumpkin, enjoying cider and a donut from the station and playing fall-themed activities. This is an unforgettable Fall experience that you won’t soon forget. Read more.
Where: Salem Fairgrounds, Woodstown, NJ
When: 10/11 – 10/13
South Jersey Pumpkin Show is a pumpkin festival and pumpkin carve longstanding NJ event. New this year is their pumpkin patch with rides, along with the kids zone and PG haunted house. The SJ pumpkin show is now a fundraising event for Ravenwood Farms charity where kids with cancer and mental and physical disabilities receive free riding lessons. All event proceeds go towards these programs and the care of the farm animals. Read more.
Where: Hunterdon County, Clinton, NJ
When: October Weekends
Don’t miss the Hunterdon County Halloween Tradition Voted #1. 8 nights in October, Fridays and Saturdays ONLY! Visitors get lost in mazes, flee through trails and take the most agonizingly slow hayride along the river before wandering through the vortex into allegedly most haunted building in Clinton with 200 years of haunted history. Mazes, swamps, clowns, chainsaw guys, don’t miss it. Read more.
Where: Saddler’s Woods, Haddon Township, NJ
When: 10/19
It’s almost that most magical pumpkin time of the year! The much loved Annual Enchanted Pumpkin Walk will be hosted by Saddler’s Woods Conservation Association on Saturday 10/19. Volunteer pumpkin carvers are encouraged to join and display their creativity to support the association’s dedication to education, restoration, and research of Saddler’s Woods, a 25 acre urban forest located in Haddon Township, New Jersey. Read more.
Where: Diggerland USA, West Berlin, NJ
When: 10/19 – 10/20
Bring your tent and join Diggerland USA for an all-exclusive fan-favorite camp out event at the theme park. During the evening, campers can enjoy the entire theme park with free zip line rides, a fully stocked arcade and buckets of fun around every corner. Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, sit around bonfires with s’mores and enjoy desserts. The following day, campers are served breakfast and given general admission for an additional fun-filled day. Read more.
Where: Morristown, NJ
When: 10/20
Morris Plains will light up with the glow of carved pumpkins during the second annual Morris Plains Pumpkin Illumination. This community event will occur at 771 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains, and promises to be a night full of festive fall fun. In addition to the illuminated pumpkins, attendees can enjoy delicious food, drinks, and spooky entertainment provided by local Morris Plains businesses. As part of the event, take a walk or drive around the town to see additional glowing jack-o’-lanterns displayed in business storefronts throughout Morris Plains. It’s the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit and celebrate with the community. Read more.
Where: Haddonfield, NJ
When: 10/25
Haddonfield Halloween Night Market: Part III is an experiential event for the entire family that embodies the festivities of Halloween. Vendors & Artists will line Kings Highway and Kings Court on October 25 with a variety of wares for sale: Apothecary, Oddities, Curiosities, Hand-Art, Pop-Art, Clothing, Face-Painting, Temp-Tattoos, Hair-tinseling & more! There will be live entertainment and you can dress in costume. Read more.
Where: Grand Arcade of Convention Hall, Asbury Park, NJ
When: 10/25
Get ready to light up the night this October with the Halloween Glow Party + Night Market. A dance party and night market experience brought to you by Night Market Asbury Park, Asbury Park Bazaar and Asbury Park Boardwalk, promises to be an unforgettable experience. This 21+ event is all about dancing, one-of-a-kind street foods and libations, unique shopping, photo moments, fun activities, and connecting with friends in the historic Grand Arcade of Convention Hall. Get your tickets for an evening of celebration and connection at the heart of Asbury Park. Read more.
Where: 243 West 42nd Street, New York, NYC
When: 9/27 – 11/3
Step into the twisted mind of Dr. Elias Grimwood, the notorious inventor whose obsession with nightmares led to a curse that haunts the living and the dead alike. The True Fear Haunted House experience features two terrifying attractions for one price, that will take you on a journey into the darkest recesses of fear. True Fear is more than just a haunted house – it’s a journey into a world where fear and death are intertwined, and where your darkest dreams become reality. Read more.
Where: Hudson Yards, NYC
When: 10/25
Grab a seat or bring your own blanket and watch the spooky halloween movie ‘The Witches’ on The Big Screen at the Public Square and Gardens in Hudson Yards, NYC. Stop by Verano for some chips and guac or tacos to go! Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 5pm with the movie starting at 6pm. Read more.
Where: 50 Camp Mohican Road, Blairstown, NJ
When: 10/25 – 10/27
Experience the spooky side of Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area with a hike through the haunted trails. Learn about the history and legends of the area while taking in the beautiful fall foliage. Halloween night, October 31, those who wear a costume will receive a FREE spooky treat. Soda, snacks, and candy will be available for purchase. Open Oct. 25-27, 31 and Nov.1-3. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. Read more.
Where: County College of Morris, Randolph, NJ
When: 10/26
The Randolph Rescue Squad & Just Jersey Fest have joined together for this Halloween Food Truck Festival. Come on out with the kids and have some family fun! Safe place for your kids to go Trick or Treating and there are cash prizes for best costumes. The festival will have 16 gourmet food trucks, live music from Wind Up Monkey & Pure Petty, vendors, kid activities including bungee trampoline, rock wall, miniature golf, face painting, sand art, knockerball, bounce house and slide. Read more.
Where: Pier Village, Long Branch, NYC
When: 10/26
Get your favorite costume ready and come out for a Halloween Spooktacular on October 26 from 1 pm to 5 pm at the Carousel Stage. Come collect candies and treats while Pier Village thrills and chills you with spooky family friendly entertainment and delightful attractions. Get your fill of Halloween sweets and snacks as you gather up goodies throughout Pier Village. Enjoy Boogie Down with DJ JoJo, the Mad Scientist Show, the Spooky Bubble Show Spectacular and much more fun for the whole family. Read more.
Where: Bridgeton, NJ
When: 10/26
Bridgeton’s Recreation Department will hold its annual “Boo at the Zoo” event at the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton City Park on October 26 from 11am to 2pm. Save-the-date! The Cohanzick Zoo, which opened in 1934, is located at 45 Mayor Aitken Drive in Bridgeton City Park and is one of New Jersey’s oldest zoos. Bring the whole family out in your very best costume for an afternoon of trick-or-treating and best costume contests! House of Cupcakes dessert food truck will be on site for all your sweet treat needs. Read more.
Where: Palmer Square, Princeton, NJ
When: 10/25
Don your best costume and join the Annual Hometown Halloween Parade & Dance Party on Palmer Square for this Princeton tradition! Organized by the Arts Council of Princeton, this annual parade is a local favorite. After the parade, hit the dance floor for a community celebration full of family-friendly tricks and treats! This free, outdoor event follows the Hometown Halloween Parade so keep those costumes on and let’s boogie! Read more.
Where: Ulster Park, NY
When: October Weekends
Named “#1 Haunted Attraction in America”, the event includes a haunted hayride, walking trail, corn maze attractions, haunted houses, gift shops and eateries. Starts at dusk and operates October weekends. Also featuring Headless Horseman Escape Rooms. Children’s Day returns to Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Attractions on October 5th & October 19th. It is a treasured fall celebration for kids in the Hudson Valley. The scares are toned down and the Halloween fun is turned up with special attractions, hayrides, walk throughs, and activities for kids. Read more.
Where: Fredon Township, Newton, NJ
When: 9/27 – 10/27
A fall fest gem in North Jersey! This fun fall festival hosts a variety of activities including wandering through a 10 acre corn maze, live bands, tasty delights from food trucks, drinks at the beer tent, a scenic hayride through the pumpkin & sunflower fields and haunted hayrides. Save the date for 10/11 when fireworks light up the sky on the farm! Read more.
Where: Bergen Town Center, Paramus, NJ
When: 10/31
Mark your calendars for the annual Halloween Bash on October 31st at the Bergen Town Center. Spend the holiday with store-to-store Trick or Treating, painting pumpkins – and your face. Get ready for a spooky celebration to remember with family and friends. Read more.
Fall 🍂 Festivals
Where: Hammonton, NJ
When: 9/1 – 11/3
The 2024 Red Barn Farm Sunflower + Fall Fest is fun for all ages: Sunflowers, Giant Luke Bryan Themed Corn Maze, Beer, Cocktails, Food, and more! Kick off the fall season with a hayride to the Sunflower Patch, get lost in the giant Luke Bryan themed corn maze, bounce around on the giant jumbo bouncepad, enjoy yard games, and fill up on great food. Great fun for the whole family! Read more.
Where: Dalton Farms, Logan Township, NJ
When: 9/5 – 10/27
Welcome to Fall at Dalton Farms, where the season comes alive with the Tri State Sunflower Festival and Pumpkin Fest! Join with family and friends for a fantastic array of attractions including U-Pick Sunflowers, a Pumpkin Patch, live music, corn maze, tractor rides, photo ops and so much more. Dates are September 5 to October 27. This coincides with Pumpkin Fest, which runs from September 21 to October 27. Read more.
Where: Washington and So. Brunswick Middlesex County, NJ
When: 9/14 – 10/31
If you’re looking for your one-stop shop for fall fun – look no further than Von Thun’s! Their Fall Festivals are family-friendly, affordable, and super fun! Enjoy apple picking, pumpkin picking, 5+ acre “Luke Bryan: Country Music Superstar” corn maze, 20+ activities & games, unlimited hayrides, friendly farm animals, corn cannons & apple blasters, face painting, live music, food trucks (kid & adult friendly options) and craft beer from their Beer Barn. Read more.
Where: Holland Ridge Farms, Cream Ridge, NJ
When: 9/13 – 10/15
Holland Ridge Farms offers the best floral experiences in the Garden State. U-Pick Sunflowers: Fall Festival features sunflowers in all different colors, as well as gladiolus, dahlias, and calla lilies. There’s also photo props, food trucks, farmers and makers markets, musicians, animals, and so much more. An expanded Kids Area includes a hay maze, a corn pit, swings and giant slides. There will be a pumpkin patch, food trucks, a tractor-pulled hayride shuttle around the farm, and a petting zoo. Make sure to add the #1 event in NJ to your bucket list! Read more.
Where: Heaven Hill Farm, Vernon NJ
When: 9/14 – 11/3
The largest fall festival in northern New Jersey features 35+ themed activities, including farm animals, a spider web crawl, a stunt dog show, the Big Top-themed corn maze, an obstacle course, pig races, and more. Join early at the Great Pumpkin Festival to beat the crowds and pick your perfect pumpkin fresh off the vine! Enjoy the beauty of the farm before it gets busy and take in a peaceful start to the fall festivities. Don’t miss out on the freshest pumpkins and the best selection! Read more.
Where: Mullica Hill, NJ
When: 9/13 – 11/3
Pumpkins, Apple picking & Cider, Fall Treats, and Live Music! Stop by Hill Creek Farms to enjoy fall weather, pick up some local produce, and some of the pumpkins of the season! Take a stroll through the vines, find your pre-cut pumpkin, and use one of their small wagons to bring it back to the market. Pick up some fresh apple cider donuts, jams, jellies, and more fall treats at the market too! All their apples are ready for picking. For kids, they have hayrides and u-pick produce as well as their famous barrel train rides for $5, and the FREE playground to enjoy! Come on out, bring the family and have some fun on the farm! Read more.
Where: Johnson’s Corner Farm, Medford NJ
When: 9/7-11/1
The Fall Festival & Harvest Hayrides at Johnson’s Corner Farm are in full swing. The Apple Orchards and Pumpkin Patches are ready for picking. The Fall Festival features wagon rides to pick apples and pumpkins. The apple orchard features 10 varieties of apples that harvest from early September through mid October. On weekends they offer “Barnyard Bill’s Tractor Maze” that is designed for all ages to be not too scary, just fun and exciting. Fall Festival continues every weekend through October. Read more.
Where: Harvest Moon Orchard, North Salem NYC
When: October Weekends
This October, dive into autumn’s finest at the Harvest Moon Orchard! This Fall Festival event promises to deliver a delightful experience for the whole family, with live country music, a bursting pumpkin patch, mouth-watering BBQ, and so much more! Explore the scenic, hillside orchard and pick fresh apples right off the tree. Enjoy a scenic ride through the beautiful farm with hayrides and capture perfect autumn memories with photo ops. So grab your loved ones and join us at Harvest Moon for an unforgettable season full of fun, laughter, and autumn cheer! Read more.
Where: Egg Harbor Township, NJ
When: 9/28 – 10/25
Fall is here, which means hay bales, cornstalks, pumpkins and mums are taking over at Storybook Land in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, for the Fall Into Fun Festival! Climb aboard the Happy Hayride, find your way through Elmer’s Hay-Mazin’ Maze, then pick and decorate a miniature pumpkin in the Pumpkin Patch. Enjoy beautiful fall decorations, festive photo opportunities and yummy fall treats at this not-scary event that’s perfect for little ones. Trick-or-Treat Weekend will be held on October 22, 23, 29 and 30, where kids will collect treats at various stations throughout the park. Don’t forget your costumes! Read more.
Where: Diggerland USA, West Berlin NJ
When: 9/28 – 12/1
Diggerfest is Diggerland USA’s fall festival. It’s the time of year all of the pumpkins sprout up to drive, ride & operate all of the amazing machines at Diggerland USA. Not only can you enjoy all the awesome rides and attractions, weekends from Sept. 24th – Oct. 30th, you can also take part in special events, additional carnival rides, hay rides, pumpkin decorating, a parade of machines through the park, petting zoo, live entertainment, balloon animals, shows, a fun maze, bonfires and more. This is an exclusive fall festival where you can enjoy plenty of family-fun and games. Don’t miss it! Read more.
Where: West Berlin, Jackson Township, NJ
When: 9/14 – 11/3
As the cool, crisp air approaches there’s no better way to head into fall than with the Six Flags Oktoberfest Food Festival! All that screaming on the roller coasters or wondering what scares are creeping up behind you is going to work up an appetite. Oktoberfest is the perfect event where you can sit back with some authentic cuisine and beverages while listening to traditional music on the Yukon BBQ Pit Patio. So dig into your festive food and soak up the lively tunes and vibrant atmosphere around you! Read more.
Where: Historic Smithville Village, Galloway, NJ
When: 10/5 – 10/6
Smithville’s Oktoberfest has become one of the best local traditions to welcome in the fall! Each year, the Historic Smithville Village becomes host to a giant celebration of authentic autumnal food, beer, and over 100 juried crafters. In addition to the over 50 shoppes, the festival brings in an additional 150 vendors who set up shop in the parking lot. Filled with handmade crafts, clothing and jewelry, there is something to please everyone. Throughout the village you will also find nonprofit organizations with raffles, information and items for sale. There are a lot of exciting kids activities such as the famous giant jumping house, duck pond game, and face painting! Read more.
Where: Morristown, NJ
When: 10/5 – 10/6
A true highlight of the fall festival season is The Grand Harvest Wine Festival. This is definitely one of the most picturesque locations for a fabulous wine festival. The event has become a must do on many peoples’ schedules. This year’s festival will also continue the successful traditions of all of the past events. Listen to live music, sip wine, order gourmet food and browse artisan crafts. Read more.
Where: Veterans Park, Highlands, NJ
When: 10/5
The Highlands Business Partnership 23rd Annual Oktoberfest celebration will be taking place in Veterans Park on Bay & Shrewsbury Avenues on Saturday, October 5th. The park is festive with fall decorations, the food is great, and the varieties of German beers are even better. Authentic German food is a highlight of this famous festival. There will be live Oompah, and polka music performed by the Dance Hall Detour Band and performances throughout the day by the Bayern Verien Newark Dancers. There is something for everyone at the Highlands Oktoberfest. The festival is family friendly with a wide variety of retail, specialty and craft vendors. Read more.
Where: Route 4 Parking Lot, Paramus, NJ
When: 10/6
The Bergen Town Center Fall Festival is October 6th! Kick off the fall season with food, football, and fun at Bergen Town Center’s 2nd Annual Fall Food Truck Festival! Indulge in all of the delicious bites and non-stop entertainment and activities for the whole family. This family-friendly event features food trucks, a beer garden, NFL Red Zone on the big screen, mini golf, kids activities, and family entertainment. There will be music by Sticky Wickets as well as henna and face painting. The event will be in the parking lot off Route 4, near Kohl’s. Read more.
Where: West Main Street, Freehold, NJ
When: 10/6
Downtown Freehold is organizing their 2nd Oktoberfest. They shut down the street to make this event happen for you. This event takes place on West Main Street between Court Street and Throckmorton Street in Downtown Freehold. Visit the Beer Garden for all types of vendors and food, along with tables and seating. Live music by Swedish Meatballs and others. Enjoy the games, crafters and specialty Items here downtown and bring in the fall season with a wonderful community event. Read more.
Where: Heritage Park, Manahawkin, NJ
When: 10/12 – 10/13
Get ready to toast to the many joys of Autumn at The Stafford Fall Harvest & Wine Festival. This can’t miss event at Heritage Park in Manahawkin, NJ on October 12 and 13 from 12 pm to 5 pm each day is the perfect blend of seasonal ambiance. This festival will feature 9 amazing NJ wineries, great live music, four delicious food trucks, and talented artisan crafters. So, be ready to sip, savor, and soak up the essence of fall as you celebrate at one of the most anticipated events of the season! Raise a glass with family and friends while creating memories that will be cherished for years to come. Read more.
Where: Englewood, NJ
When: 10/20
Celebrate fall at Flat Rock Brook! This annual celebration of Autumn, nature, and the great outdoors is not to be missed. Enjoy live blue grass music from fan favorites Blue Plate Special, meet their rescue raptors and the rest of the animal ambassadors, go on a nature scavenger hunt, take a canoe ride, make a nature craft, immerse yourself in vibrant foliage, eat at specialty food trust, and more! Fan favorite Blue Plate Special is returning to play live blue grass music. Guaranteed fun for the whole family with nature crafts & activities, food trucks, photo booth and face painting. Read more.
Where: Whitechapel Projects, Long Branch, NYC
When: 10/27
The Bazaar Fall Festival promises to be an exciting event for the whole family. There will be a curated vendor market, s’mores kits, a fall photo wall, tarot and oracle readings, face painting, music, food and drinks, activities, and a tote bag giveaway. Kids can dress up and go trick-or-treating at vendor tables. There will also be a pet costume contest. Join a workshop. Paint and Sip with Boozy Brushes NJ is from 12-1:30 pm. Skeleton Cookie Decorating with Mallory’s Eats is from 3-5 pm. The event is family-friendly and free for all ages. Read more.
Where: Coombs Barnyard, Elmer, NJ
When: Sundays in October
This year’s Barnyard Bash will be an open house style! Come to the Barnyard on Sundays in October between the hours of 1 pm – 4 pm for a hayride, pumpkin picking (from a REAL patch), barrel train rides, visit with our Barnyard Animals and the 2024 CORN MAZE!! It will take about 2 hours to complete all the activities. Tickets for children include wagon ride, animal visits, corn maze. barrel train rides AND pumpkin with decorating kit. Tickets for adults include wagon ride, animal visits and corn maze. Read more.
There’s no better time to embrace the magic of the season than with these unforgettable Fall and Halloween activities. 🍂✨ Don’t miss out on all the latest updates, insider tips, and special offers from Sleepover Party Shop! Head over to our website for exciting party inspiration and unique celebration ideas to make your fall festivities truly memorable. Let’s make this season your best yet!
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