Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Greenpoint 2026

29 family-friendly fall activities near Greenpoint.

Greenpoint's family-friendly Halloween scene features the McGhoulrick Halloween Parade and Costume Contest, a local favorite. For those seeking an alternative, consider the free pumpkin painting at Gulick Park.

The area around Greenpoint also presents numerous Halloween activities, from the Children’s Halloween Parade at Washington Square Park to pumpkin carving contests further afield.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 55 House of Yes Halloween Events Brooklyn

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Haunted Experiences

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Interactive haunted house and escape room experience simulating an asylum.

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1 of 12 Paranormal Activity on Broadway New York

Terrifying new Broadway thriller inspired by the iconic film series.

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1 of 29 New York City Village Halloween Parade New York City

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we prep for a corn maze with kids in Greenpoint?

Closed shoes that can get dirty, water, and a bathroom stop before entering are the big three. Pick the short family maze over the flagship one for under-8s; a full maze runs 45-90 minutes and patience dies at minute 30. Photograph the maze map at the entrance, agree that kids stay within arm's reach at junctions, and go before dusk on your first trip.

Which weekend is best for family Halloween events in Greenpoint?

The first weekend of October has full activities and the thinnest crowds; the two weekends before Halloween are wall-to-wall wagons. If you want the buzz, go peak; if you want photos without strangers in them, go early. Late September often means opening deals. For trunk-or-treats and costume parades, the weekend before Halloween is usually the only option, so book patches around it.

Are hayrides at Greenpoint farms okay for babies and toddlers?

Daytime, non-spooky hayrides are generally fine from infancy if a lap adult holds the child the whole ride; wagons bounce hard over field ruts. Sit toward the center, away from wheel edges, and skip rides where kids sit on loose hay bales without sides. Evening "haunted" versions with actors are a different product, so check which one you're queueing for.

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