Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Garfield 2026

21 unique & unusual Halloween events near Garfield

Illustration of a Halloween parade on a street with a smiling pumpkin float, costumed children and orange balloons overhead (New York City Village Halloween Parade)

New York City Village Halloween Parade

Sat, Oct 31

New York City 12 mi

Nation's wildly creative public event where anyone in costume can march.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (NYCRUNS Haunted Island 10K)

NYCRUNS Haunted Island 10K

Sat, Oct 24

New York 14 mi $$$

NYC's most popular Halloween race featuring costume running and harbor views.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Classic Evening Lantern Tour)

Classic Evening Lantern Tour

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Sleepy Hollow 20 mi

Explore the historic cemetery by kerosene lantern light.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Rose Squared Art Show at Brookdale Park)

Rose Squared Art Show at Brookdale Park

Oct 17 – Oct 18

Bloomfield 5 mi Free

Over 150 juried artists and makers showcase fine art and crafts.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (A Celebration—Día de Muertos at The Met Cloisters)

A Celebration—Día de Muertos at The Met Cloisters

Sun, Oct 11

New York 9 mi

Vibrant day of bilingual activities celebrating loved ones for all ages.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Mid Autumn Festival 2026)

Mid Autumn Festival 2026

Oct 2 – Oct 4

New York 13 mi Free

Community celebration featuring Asian food vendors, artisan crafts, and cultural workshops.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile))

Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile)

Sat, Oct 24

Bloomfield 8 mi $$

Festive half-mile dash featuring face painting, snacks, and giveaways.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Ghosts of Old New York: Haunted Histories of Lower Manhattan)

Ghosts of Old New York: Haunted Histories of Lower Manhattan

Brooklyn 13 mi $$

Walking tour exploring 400 years of grim Lower Manhattan history.

Illustration of a candlelit Halloween dinner table with small pumpkins, a candelabra, friendly ghosts and costumed figures (Catch a Killer: An Immersive Murder Mystery Experience)

Catch a Killer: An Immersive Murder Mystery Experience

New York 12 mi $$

Outdoor murder mystery escape trail through Greenwich and Chelsea via phone clues.

Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (Spooky Season Bus Trip to Salem, MA from NYC 2026)

Spooky Season Bus Trip to Salem, MA from NYC 2026

Sat, Oct 31

New York 11 mi $$

Round-trip bus transportation from NYC to Salem on Halloween day.

Illustration of a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Private Tour: Ghosts of Grand Central)

Private Tour: Ghosts of Grand Central

New York 11 mi

Indoor haunted tour through hidden corners of Grand Central Terminal.

Sock Pumpkin DIY - Adult

Wed, Oct 28

Edison 25 mi

Craft a weighted fabric display pumpkin for your home.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (From Green to Gold: Capturing Autumn’s Arrival in Watercolor)

From Green to Gold: Capturing Autumn’s Arrival in Watercolor

Oct 1 – Nov 12

The Bronx 10 mi $$$

Six-week outdoor watercolor workshop capturing autumn landscapes with artist Wennie Huang.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Haunted History of NJ Halloween Kickoff)

Haunted History of NJ Halloween Kickoff

Mon, Sep 21

Linden 19 mi

Haunted history lecture presented by New Jersey historian Greg Caggiano.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (How I Met Your Mother Trivia: Slutty Pumpkin)

How I Met Your Mother Trivia: Slutty Pumpkin

Wed, Oct 14

New York 11 mi $$

Five rounds of trivia covering Halloween episodes and the Slutty Pumpkin.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Secrets of the Kreischer Mansion: 2026 Spooky Walk Tour)

Secrets of the Kreischer Mansion: 2026 Spooky Walk Tour

Thu, Oct 22

Staten Island 25 mi $$$

Exclusive guided storytelling tour inside Staten Island's iconic haunted mansion.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (2026 Scarecrow Garden Contest)

2026 Scarecrow Garden Contest

Oct 3 – Oct 31

Old Westbury 28 mi

Stroll through creative community scarecrow displays and vote for your favorite.

Spooky Succulents 👻

Mon, Oct 5

Edison 30 mi

Pot a live succulent in a pumpkin or ghost container.

Digital Art: Halloween

Thu, Oct 15

Edison 30 mi

Create your own spooky design in Krita during an adult workshop.

Illustration of clay skeleton figures in folk outfits by an altar with lit candles, orange marigolds and paper banners (Dia de los Muertos Community Day at Morris Jumel Mansion)

Dia de los Muertos Community Day at Morris Jumel Mansion

New York 9 mi Free

Manhattan's oldest surviving residence hosts Dia de los Muertos

Illustration of a boy holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street lined with lit houses, pumpkins and a full moon (The Ghosts of Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt)

The Ghosts of Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt

New York 12 mi $$

Explore haunted Greenwich Village with a flashlight and ghost stories.

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Sat17Oct Rose Squared Art Show at Brookdale ParkBloomfield

thru31Oct Classic Evening Lantern TourSleepy Hollow

thru12Nov From Green to Gold: Capturing Autumn’s Arrival in WatercolorThe Bronx

thru31Oct 2026 Scarecrow Garden ContestOld Westbury

Other Halloween categories near Garfield

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn

GarfieldFamily-Friendly Fall Activities37 family events

Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins

GarfieldHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties45 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and a black cat among bare trees at twilight

GarfieldHaunted Experiences4 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience

GarfieldHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment13 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Garfield

Garfield's Halloween events span the season and stretch across town and beyond. For a headline attraction, consider the iconic NYC Village Halloween Parade, or if you're seeking a family-friendly outing, Watson Adventures’ Ghosts of Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt offers a different kind of exploration.

Many happenings are ticketed experiences, while others are free community gatherings. Some events focus on the Bronx, others in Manhattan neighborhoods, and a few venture to locations like Salem, MA for a longer excursion.

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