There are so many Halloween themed events in our area of Westchester County. With corn mazes, trunk-or-treats, haunted houses, parades, and special shows there are options for families with children of all ages to celebrate Halloween. Whether you are into tricks or treats, this guide to Halloween events in Armonk - Chappaqua - Mount Kisco - Pleasantville and the larger Westchester County area has something for you!
This guide will be updated continuously as more events are posted. Please check back often! Prior to attending, be sure to check event pages or call ahead to ensure there are no changes to scheduled dates and times.
Last updated: 10/12/24
๐ Featured Events ๐
๐ Shop Costumes ๐
Are you in need of a new or "new-to-you" costume this year? Whether you are looking to swap, buy second-hand, or peruse the aisles of a Halloween party store - we have the list of spots to try in Westchester County.
- Costume Drive through October 15th at The Sharing Shelf
- Once Upon a Child, Scarsdale
- Briarcliff Manor Costume Exchange: Drop off between September 18th and October 4th. Pick-up October 5th at Law Park Pavilion during the Harvest Mess and Music Fest
- PleasantvilleRecycles Costume Swap: SUNDAY, October 13th and SATURDAY October 19th from 10am to 2pm at the Pleasantville Recreation Center. 48 Marble Avenue Donations are accepted Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm.
- Facebook Buy Nothing Groups: Search for your local towns and join to see what items (Halloween and otherwise) are available from your neighbors.
- Party City for Halloween Costumes & Party Supplies: Locations in Mount Kisco, Yorktown Heights, White Plains, Yonkers, Port Chester
- Halloween & Costume Store | Spirit Halloween: Locations in Yorktown Heights and Mohegan Lake
๐Armonk, Chappaqua, Mount Kisco, Pleasantville Events๐
The following events are local to the Armonk, Chappaqua, Mount Kisco, and Pleasantville edition of Macaroni KID. All Westchester County Halloween events can be found below.
October 5th
The Harvest Mess and Music Fest
Location: 1025 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor (Atria Field, behind the Recreation Facilities)
Details: This messy play and music day is free for families with the donation of a new and unwrapped toy. 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Trunk or Treat Halloween Parade
Location: YMCA Central Westchester at Holy Name of Jesus, Valhalla and
Somers Intermediate School, Somers
Details: 12 p.m. Attend either location. No RSVP needed
October 16th
Location: Mount Pleasant Recreation
Details: Registration required
October 19th
Chappaqua Farmers Market: Pumpkin Corner
Location: Chappaqua Train Station
Details: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Boo-ti-ful Halloween Wreath for Kids at Lasdon Park and Arboretum (ages 5-7)
Location: Katonah
Details: 1 - 2 p.m. $15/child
October 20th
Location: Downtown Chappaqua
Details: 12:30 p.m.
Rain date October 27th
October 25th
Location: Ms. Alessia's Dance Studio, Mount Kisco
Details: 6:30 p.m. $30/person
October 26th
Location: Katonah
Details: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Dr. Boo-Boo’s General Hospital, Nature Trail Scavenger Hunt, Haunted Hallway, Spooky Bake Sale, Sand Art Crafts, Pumpkin Decorating, Trunk or Treat, Bounce House, Gaga, Games, Prizes, Food & Fun!
$20 for 25 tickets
Location: Mount Kisco
Details: 1 p.m.
Location: Broadway Field, Mount Pleasant Recreation
Details: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Rain date October 27th
Chappaqua's Annual Trick or Treat
Location: Downtown Chappaqua
Details: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Pumpkins and Pancakes at ROC Boards
Location: 8 Broadway, Valhalla
Details: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
October 27th
Spooktacular Celebration at The Tiny Mess Club
Location: Pleasantville
Details: Ages 1 - 7, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Pre-registration required.
October 30th
Baby Bash at The Tiny Mess Club
Location: Pleasantville
Details: Ages 3 - 12 months. 9:15 a.m. Pre-registration required.
Pumpkin Jamboree at The Tiny Mess Club
Location: Pleasantville
Details: 10:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
๐ป Greater Westchester County Events๐ป
Westchester County is home to so many Halloween events! Our comprehensive list is organized by date.
Date | Event | Location | Details |
Select weekend dates | Yorktown Heights | ||
September 13th - November 17th | Croton-on-Hudson | Buy tickets online in advance | |
On-going September through November | Sleepy Hollow | In October, every night of the month. In November, weekends and select weekdays | |
September 27th - November 3rd | Philipsburg Manor | Tickets required | |
Multiple Dates and Events | Yonkers | Free, daily Fees for special events | |
October 17th-20th, 24th-27th | Tarrytown | Check site for details Ages 10+ | |
October 5th | Sleepy Hollow | ||
October 5th | Briarcliff | Registration required | |
October 12th | Scarsdale | Registration Required | |
October 13th | Sleepy Hollow | ||
October 13th | White Plains | White Plains Residents only | |
October 18th | Jefferson Valley | 6 p.m. Paid, ticketed event | |
October 19th | Croton Falls | Railyard Art Studio Pre-registration recommended $45 Come in costume | |
October 19th | Yorktown | Line-up at the fire house at 1:15. Parade begins 2 p.m. | |
October 20th | |||
October 20th | Bedford Hills | 12:30 - 2:30 | |
October 20th | Trick-or-Treating at Muscoot Farm | Katonah | 12 p.m. |
October 20th | Village of Mamaroneck's Spooktacular | Harbor Island Park | 12 p.m. |
October 20th | Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade at Playland Park | Rye | $15/person |
October 20th | City of White Plains Parade and Trunk-or-Treat | Library Plaza | 2:30 p.m. |
October 21st | |||
October 21st | Briarcliff Manor | Grades 2 - 5, registration required | |
October 25th | Eastchester Parks and Recreation Trunk or Treat | Town Hall | 5:30 - 8 p.m., bubble bus and food trucks, too |
October 26th | A Day of Family Fun at Crawford Park | Rye | Trunk or treat 5:30, followed by screening of The Goonies |
October 26th | Halloween Spooktacular at Cross County Center | Yonkers | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
October 26th | Market Square, Ossining | 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free | |
October 26th | Patriot's Park | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | |
October 26th | 11:45 a.m. | ||
October 26th | Croton Landing | 2 p.m. | |
October 26th | Trailside Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River | 1 p.m. | |
October 26th | White Plains | 11 a.m. | |
October 26th | Pine Ridge Park | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | |
October 26th | Scarborough | 3 - 5 p.m. | |
October 26th | Katonah | ||
October 26th and 27th | Rye | ||
October 27th | Captain Lawrence Kids Halloween | Elmsford | 2 pm - 5 p.m. |
October 27th | Mahopac Falls | 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. | |
October 27th | Eastchester Parks and Recreation Ragamuffin Parade | Eastchester Middle School | Kicks off at 2 p.m., followed by a dance party |
October 27th | Scarsdale | ||
October 28th | Port Chester Halloween in the Park | Lyon Park | Free, begins at 5:30, includes corn maze, costume contest, candy, glow-in-the-dark bubbles |
October 31st | Halloween Jam with Peek-a-Boo Family Music | Peekskill | 5 - 7 p.m., music, costumes, and dancing $15/advance $20/door |
๐ธ๏ธHudson Valley and Surrounding Areas ๐ธ๏ธ |
- Boo at the Zoo (Bronx Zoo), Saturdays and Sundays in October including Monday, October 14th
- Orchard of Lights, Halloween Drive Thru Light Show - Demarest Farms, Hillsdale NJ. September and October dates
- Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses in New York, Ulster Park. Weekends through the end of October
- Mid-Hudson Children's Halloween, Poughkeepsie, Every Friday and Saturday in October
- Fridays on the Farm Haunted House and Corn Maze, Barton Orchards
- Peace, Love, and Pumpkins at Bethel Woods, October 11th - 27th
- October 5th and 19th: Children's Day at Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses
- October 19th and 20th: Museum Village No Scare Halloween, Monroe 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- October 26th: Trick or Treat for the Culture Foundation at the Palisades Center, West Nyack
- October 26th: Boo at the Zoo (Bear Mountain) at the Trailside Museum
- October 26th: Sugar Loaf Halloween Festival
- October 26th - 27th
See something missing? Email mackidchappaqua@macaronikid.com to have it added to our calendar!
Do you know of a family friendly event happening this fall in the Armonk, Chappaqua, Millwood, Mount Kisco, Thornwood, Pleasantville, Amawalk, Bedford, Bedford Hills, Cross River, Goldens Bridge, Granite Springs, Jefferson Valley, Katonah, Lincolndale, Mohegan Lake, North Salem, Pound Ridge, Purdys, Shrub Oak, Somers, South Salem, Waccabuc, Yorktown and Yorktown Heights area and all the towns in between? Submit it to our calendar and we’ll have it listed in no time!