Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment Near Glen Cove 2026

10 Halloween movies, theater, and entertainment near Glen Cove.

Glen Cove residents can find Halloween entertainment. Consider a night of comedy at Governor's Comedy Club in Levittown, or experience Irving’s ‘Legend’ in New York City.

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Día de los Muertos

Bronx 13 mi

Mexican folk music, giant puppets, dance, and a community ofrenda.

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a small stage with red curtains before a costumed audience (Movie Under the Stars: Ghostbusters | PG)

Movie Under the Stars: Ghostbusters | PG

Queens 17 mi Free

Free outdoor park screening of the classic supernatural comedy Ghostbusters.

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night (Movies Under the Stars: Ghostbusters)

Movies Under the Stars: Ghostbusters

Manhattan 23 mi Free

Free outdoor screening of the PG-rated classic in Manhattan.

Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience (Movies Under the Stars: Halloweentown)

Movies Under the Stars: Halloweentown

New York City 20 mi Free

Free outdoor screening of the family-friendly Halloween movie on the field.

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a small stage with red curtains before a costumed audience ('Chasing The Headless Horseman' with J.W. Ocker)

'Chasing The Headless Horseman' with J.W. Ocker

Tarrytown 18 mi $

Author talk exploring Sleepy Hollow's history and modern Halloween traditions.

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night (Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening)

Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening

Brooklyn 20 mi Free

Hosted by Androgyny with costumes encouraged.

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Sleepy Hollow 20 mi

A seated indoor adaptation of the classic 1897 vampire story.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Camille Cooper: SHOWPIECE)

Camille Cooper: SHOWPIECE

Bronx 15 mi $

Insectarium exhibition featuring puppets fabricated from hormone replacement therapy packaging.

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night (Ghosts & Giggles Halloween Comedy Show)

Ghosts & Giggles Halloween Comedy Show

Levittown 11 mi $$

Stand-up comedy and live psychic readings starring psychic medium Kristen Tinsley.

Illustration of a small witch and a ghost performing on a theatre stage with a pumpkin, red curtains and a seated audience (Irving's 'Legend' at Washington Irving's Sunnyside)

Irving's 'Legend' at Washington Irving's Sunnyside

Irvington 18 mi $$$

Live storytelling of 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' at Washington Irving's home.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 48 Boo at the Zoo Bronx

Daytime Halloween celebration featuring costume parades, magic shows, and pumpkin displays.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 25 Halloween Ball at Sands Point Preserve Sands Point

Twisted Wonderland ball featuring dinner, an open bar, and dancing.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 17 Bayville Scream Park 2026 Bayville

Long Island Halloween park with five haunted houses and immersive attractions.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 14 NYCRUNS Haunted Island 10K New York

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we pick age-appropriate scary movies and shows for kids in Glen Cove?

Use ratings as the floor, not the verdict: a sensitive 10-year-old and a horror-curious 8-year-old need different calls. Preview the specific film's scare profile, jump scares and peril read differently than gore, and check parent-review sites for scene-level detail. Matinee family screenings of classic monster movies are the on-ramp. Agree on a mid-movie exit signal that carries no shame.

Which October weekend is best for movies and shows in Glen Cove?

Flip the haunted-house logic: screenings and theater get better as Halloween approaches, with the deepest programming, marathons, shadow casts, themed pre-shows, on the final two weekends. Early October is for tickets to things that will sell out, late October is for attending them. Halloween night itself often has the best cult-screening energy of the year and lighter crowds than the Saturday.

How do we organize a group outing to a Halloween show in Glen Cove?

One person books all seats in one transaction the day plans firm up, reserved-seat maps scatter latecomers, and collects money immediately via payment app. Send calendar invites with the actual arrival time, 30 minutes pre-show, not curtain time. Pick a lobby meeting spot, hand out tickets digitally in advance, and choose an after-show debrief venue within walking distance.

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