Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Morningside Heights 2026

23 unique & unusual Halloween events near Morningside Heights

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 6 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 9 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 a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Ghosts of Greenwich Village Walking Tour)

Ghosts of Greenwich Village Walking Tour

New York 6 mi $$

Pet-friendly outdoor walking tour exploring Greenwich Village's most haunted historic locations.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Day of the Dead Celebration at St. Mark's Church)

Day of the Dead Celebration at St. Mark's Church

Oct 31 – Nov 1

New York 6 mi Free

Features a massive community ofrenda, live folk music, and Mexican crafts.

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 12 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

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

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Mid Autumn Festival 2026)

Mid Autumn Festival 2026

Oct 2 – Oct 4

New York 7 mi Free

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

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 24 mi $$$

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

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 7 mi $$

Walking tour exploring 400 years of grim Lower Manhattan history.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile))

Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile)

Sat, Oct 24

Bloomfield 13 mi $$

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

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 19 mi

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

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 6 mi $$

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

Illustration of a young guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts in house windows under a full moon (Private Tour: Ghosts of Grand Central)

Private Tour: Ghosts of Grand Central

New York

Indoor haunted tour through hidden corners of Grand Central Terminal.

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 $$

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

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 7 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 20 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 $$

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

New York City Phantom Pub Crawl

New York 6 mi

Haunted pub crawl exploring historic taverns and ghost sightings in Manhattan.

Sock Pumpkin DIY - Adult

Wed, Oct 28

Edison 26 mi

Craft a weighted fabric display pumpkin for your home.

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 Free

Manhattan's oldest surviving residence hosts Dia de los Muertos

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Haunting Histories and Legends of Astoria Tour)

Haunting Histories and Legends of Astoria Tour

Queens $$

Explore Astoria's dark history and ghostly legends

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 6 mi $$

Explore haunted Greenwich Village with a flashlight and ghost stories.

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 23–25

Sat24Oct NYCRUNS Haunted Island 10KNew York

Sat24Oct Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile)Bloomfield

thru31Oct Classic Evening Lantern TourSleepy Hollow

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

thru31Oct 2026 Scarecrow Garden ContestOld Westbury

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Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees

Morningside HeightsFamily-Friendly Fall Activities32 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

Morningside HeightsHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties47 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

Morningside HeightsHaunted Experiences3 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

Morningside HeightsHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment11 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Morningside Heights

For Halloween in Morningside Heights and beyond, consider the grand scale of the NYC Village Halloween Parade or a more localized Día de los Muertos Community Day at Morris Jumel Mansion.

If you prefer something family-oriented, the Watson Adventures’ Ghosts of Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt offers an interactive outing, while other events cater to adult interests.

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