Splatter a Pumpkin!
A flick of the wrist - Malvern 446 Lancaster Ave, MalvernCome create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece by splattering your very own pumpkin
$30
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Halloween
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WCPL Halloween Door Tour
Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West ChesterThe West Chester Public Library is proud to present their Halloween Door Tour, sponsored by Monkey Fish Toys. For a minimum donation of $15, receive a printable map with participating locations in the West Chester Borough. These porches and doors will be SPOOKTACULAR! Visit the locations from October 17th through October 31st. Please respect the neighborhood and locations as you walk by. Your map will be emailed on or before October 15th or you can pick up a paper copy at the library beginning October 15th. Click here to donate & secure a map! There will be a scavenger hunt. Submit your answers to the library by Friday, November 7th for your chance to win a prize!
$15
Ongoing
HAUNTED HAYRIDES AND HAUNTED HEDGE MAZE
Colonial Gardens 745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville2025 Dates – October 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 7pm to 9:30pm Haunted Hayrides Brace yourself for plenty of scares as you ride through our haunted woods, full of monsters! Not recommended for children under 8. Haunted Hedge Maze Wind through the tall, dark hedges with monsters waiting around every corner. Welcome to Haunted Gardens! For over 30 years, Colonial Gardens have run haunted events for our community. This year, come get your screams in with our Haunted Hayrides and Haunted Hedge Maze! While you're here, shop pumpkins and Halloween décor to pumpkin spice up your home. Ticketing this year will exclusively take place online to help us with timed ticketing and to reduce indoor time and contact with our staff. Haunted Gardens events are not recommended for children under the age of 8, however, we understand that each child is different, and parents can use their discretion in bringing younger children to this event. Please remember that unused tickets are non-refundable. For younger crowds, we recommend visiting our website, colonialgardenspa.com, for information about our daytime events or checking out our Children's Night Hayride. Haunted Hayride Our Haunted Hayride features a 30-minute ride through our haunted woods, monsters hiding in the shadows of every tree. Get ready for surprises, screams, and good old-fashioned scares on our most popular attraction. Tickets are purchased for a designated arrival time to help us ease parking, however, riders may ride later than the arrival timeslot depending on crowds. Hayrides begin at 7pm. Want to skip the line? Don't want to sit with strangers? Groups can book a private wagon for a flat rate of $408.16. There is no minimum number of guests, but wagons can accommodate 20-25 people depending on the age and size of guests. Haunted Hayride Ticket for One person Ages 12+: $21.65 (with 2.65 in fees) Haunted Hayride Ticket for One person Ages 3-11: $19.48 (with 2.48 in fees) Private Wagon for up to 25 People: $375 Haunted Hedge Maze Our outdoor haunted hedge maze winds you through thick, dark hedges--into the clutches of monsters lurking just around the corner. Tickets for this attraction can be purchased separately, but we encourage guests to book a combination ticket with the hayride to save a few dollars and make the most of their fun. The Haunted Hedge Maze tickets can be used after you ride your hayride. Haunted Hedge Maze Ticket: $8 Combination Ticket for Haunted Hayride and Haunted Hedge Maze: Ages 12+: $27.08 (with $3.08 in fees) Ages 3-11: $24.91 (with 2.91 in fees) Please note that tickets are discounted online compared to in the store to off-set service fees. We encourage folks to buy online as that is the only way to guarantee a ticket. Tickets in store will be $3 more expensive than .
$19 – $21
Trick or Treat Train
New Hope Train Station 32 West Bridge Street, New HopeA 60-minute Trick or Treat Excursion where children are invited to dress in their costumes, we will bring to life the tale of Spookley the Square Pumpkin, trick-or-treating around the station platform. Railroad trick-or-treat bags, filled with assorted knick-knacks and sweets, both during the train ride and at the station provided. Pricing ranges on date
$50 – $60
Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
Schuylkill Center 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, PhiladelphiaPhilly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods, make s’mores by the fire, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures, chat with our woodland friends on an evening hike, watch Halloween classics outside on the big screen, and so much more! Support the Schuylkill Center during our largest annual fundraising event and experience the woods in a whole new light. Can’t make it on Friday? Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is also open on Saturday, October 25. Tickets for both dates can be purchased at the ticket link below. Online Tickets: Members: $20 Non-Members: $28 Walk-In Tickets: $33 Children 3 and under: free! Online sales end on Thursday, October 23 at 5:00pm. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the Schuylkill Center relies on the revenue of ticket sales to create vibrant, educational, fun events. In order to support our programs, we do not offer refunds on ticket purchases. Thank you for understanding. Interested in volunteering for Halloween Hikes and Hayrides? Sign up for a volunteer shift on October 24 and 25 or decorate with us on October 21 and receive a complimentary ticket when you support this fun fall event. Questions about volunteering? Contact volunteer@schuylkillcenter.org THE PUMPKIN PATH Help us light up the night when you bring your jack-o-lantern to Halloween Hikes and Hayrides! This year, we’re transforming the Widener Trail into a living gallery of glowing jack-o-lanterns. Show off your carving skills and give your creative creatures the audience they deserve on the Pumpkin Path. If you’d like to join the Pumpkin Path, sign-up while registering and save $5 on your purchase! A pumpkin carved with the Schuylkill Center leaf logo. Photo: Jerome Eno All submissions must adhere to the following guidelines: Pumpkins should be carved, not painted. No additional materials may be added. Pumpkins should be washed prior to carving in order to ensure there are no chemicals on the surface. Do not add any chemicals to preserve your jack-o-lantern. Do not place any candles in your pumpkin. We will provide electric tealights for pumpkins. If you’d prefer to add your own light, please make it battery powered, with no flames. Please keep the contents of the carving family friendly! We reserve the right to remove any pumpkins that we feel are inappropriate for Halloween Hikes & Hayrides. You are welcome to pick up your pumpkin at the end of the evening or leave it with us for composting FOREST FRIENDS HIKE Have you ever wanted to ask a possum why they play dead? Or perhaps you’re wondering what a fox really has to say? Join our environmental educators on a guided hike along the trail to meet some of our favorite nocturnal friends and get your questions answered, straight from the fox’s mouth! Flashlights encouraged. HALLOWEEN HAYRIDES Join our Land & Facilities team for a ride around the Schuylkill Center and get a unique angle of the forest on the back of our tractor for this classic family hayride. Keep an eye out for nighttime creatures! They are extra curious this time of year. CRAFTS FOR KIDS Get ready for Halloween with some special nature crafts. Craft your very own magic wand or make a custom trick-or-treating bag with decorations from the forest and fields of the Schuylkill Center. FOOD AND DRINK If you’re hungry or thirsty, we’ll have plenty of options. Each ticket purchased comes with a s’mores kit for roasting by the fire. Concessions include popcorn, hot chocolate, drinks from Yard’s Beer Garden, and exciting options from local food truck vendors
$20 – $33
Haunted Halloween Trail & Barn
Courtesy Stable 901 E Cathedral Rd, PhiladelphiaJoin us for our first ever spoooOOOooooky Halloween Haunted Trail walk through the woods and in our historic barn! 6-7pm will be kid-friendly and 7-10pm will be "super spooky". :) Please let us know which night you plan to attend in the notes box!
$15
Trick-or-Treat at The Museum!
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingJoin Museum Educators and other community partners as we celebrate Halloween with a safe trick-or-treating event at The Museum. Children will receive Halloween and fall-themed crafts to take home in addition to coupons and snacks provided by our sponsors as they travel to the various treat stations throughout our galleries. Pricing: Museum Members - Children $5; Adults FREE RSD Families - Children $5; Adults FREE Non-Members – Activities FREE with paid museum admission
Free – $5
Trick-or-Treat Halloween BINGO
Giant Community Rooms Willow GroveJoin Storybook for a not-so-scary, fun family fundraiser! Children and adults of all ages will enjoy playing 6 rounds of BINGO to try to win gift cards to the Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Zoo, Amazon, Target, and more! In addition to BINGO, kids can show off their Halloween costumes during a Costume Competition! Winners will receive the following prizes for our upcoming production of Adventures in Toyland: 3rd Place: Free Concession, 2nd Place: One Free Child's Ticket, 1st Place: One Free Adult & Child's Ticket. Snacks and trick or treat candies will be provided.
$16.30
Halloween Special
West Chester Railroad 230 East Market St., West ChesterCelebrate Halloween in a fun, non-spooky way with our Halloween Special! This 90-minute round-trip excursion from West Chester to Glen Mills is perfect for families and little ones looking to enjoy the season without the scares. Come aboard in your best Halloween costume, whether you're a superhero, fairy, or friendly pumpkin, everyone is welcome to get into the Halloween spirit!During the ride, kids will receive treats - no tricks, just sweets! It's a fun, festive way to enjoy Halloween while traveling through some of the most beautiful fall scenery around. During your layover at Glen Mills you will be able to explore the 1880s Glen Mills station, the picnic grove, and the Red Brick Winery next door. As you make your way from West Chester to Glen Mills, take in the views of the fall foliage that the Chester Creek Valley has to offer. The colorful trees and crisp autumn air will set the perfect backdrop for this fun filled Halloween ride. UNRESERVED COACH SEATS: Adults - $30 Children (ages 2-12) - $25 Toddlers (9mo-23mo) - $10 Under 9mo ride free!
$10 – $30
Ghost in the Glade
Painting with a Twist West Chester 1502 West Chester Pike, West ChesterWhile we welcome painters of any age, this painting is recommended for ages 9 & up. We use acrylic paint in our events. It is non-toxic, but does stain fabric. We provide aprons for guests to wear, but we recommend wearing clothing you wouldn’t mind getting a little paint on. Create your own long-lasting, all-natural scented soy candle before you paint (only $20). Please arrive 30 minutes prior to scheduled painting time if you choose to make a candle. ARRIVE: Please arrive about 10-15 minutes early to check-in, get smocked, and settle in.
$40
Halloweekend
Penn Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Road, Chadds FordJoin us Saturday & Sunday for a ghoulish afternoon of fun with Halloween-themed cocktails, face painting, hay maze & Portable Picasso Pop Up (see details below) PLUS Pumpkin Painting on Sunday (see details below). Adults, children & pups are ALL encouraged to wear their costumes! Enjoy wine tasting, wine by the glass & bottle, local beer, cider & cheese as well as apple cider donuts! FOOD TRUCK from 12:00-4:00pm On the Roll LIVE MUSIC ON THE LAWN from 1:00-4:00pm SATURDAY – Paul Wilkinson SUNDAY – Adam McCue LOCAL ARTISAN VENDORS from 12:00-4:00pm Wedgewood Gardens, Boo Bakes Cupcakes, Gentry by Jenna, & LC Farms
Arnold’s Community Trick or Treat 2025
Arnold's Fun Center 2200 West Drive, OaksFREE Trick or Treat – Kids and parents alike are encouraged to dress up and explore Arnold’s Family Fun Center, following a special Halloween Trick or Treat Map to collect goodies from a lineup of local family-friendly vendors and businesses. All October long, Arnold’s is serving up a deal you can’t miss! Get unlimited access to Bumper Cars, Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Bowling, and the XD Theater — all for one frightfully low price. It’s so good, it’s scary! This spook-tacular offer is available for walk-in guests all October and during Arnold’s Community Trick-or-Treat. Unlimited play. Unlimited fun. Only at Arnold’s! $25 Walk in only
7th Annual East Falls Halloween Parade & Block Party
Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, PhiladelphiaSaturday, October 25 • 3:00–6:00 PM 📍 East Falls — hosted by Rutabaga Toy Library (Conrad St. betweeen Sunnyside & Bowman) 👻 WHAT TO EXPECT: • Free to attend; open to all ages • Community parade for all ages (strollers + wagons welcome) • Block party fun: music, games, crafts, and plenty of room to roam • Local vendors + makers and kid-approved activities • Tasty eats from food trucks (bring a few bucks for snacks!) • Photo ops galore—come show off those costumes! 💚 DO GOOD WHILE YOU GHOUL: This event helps power Rutabaga’s Scholarship Fund so more Philly families can access play, programs, and borrowing. Your purchases and donations make a real difference.
Free
4th Annual Trunk or Treat
Scargill McClurken Insurance Agency 1111 Ridge Rd, PottstownDress your BEST and Join us for a FREE Family Fun Night! Bring the Family, grab some candy and a pumpkin! Grab some chili, sip some warm Beverages, take pictures with Halloween Mickey & Minnie from 4-6pm and more FOR FREE! We will have a ton of trunks and local businesses participating in the Trunk or Treat!! Tons of giveaways and raffles for all ages! All donations will go to Good Samaritan Services in Phoenixville. We cannot wait to see all the AWESOME Costumes!
Free
Haunted Helicopters!
American Helicopter Museum 1220 American Boulevard, West ChesterJoin us for spooky science fun! Come in costume and enjoy spooky science activities and treats at the museum. There will be a costume contest at 7pm, with a prize for the best costume! Admission is $15/person (under two is free). Members are free.
$15
Haunted Trails at Honey Hollow
Bucks County Audubon Society at Honey Hollow 2877 Creamery Rd, New HopeCome out for our annual Haunted Trails event! It’s a fun, family-friendly evening, especially great for kids ages 4–14 (though all ages are welcome to enjoy it). Groups will head out on the trail about every 30 minutes to explore nature paths lit with glowing jack-o-lanterns. While you wait for your turn, gather around the campfire for spooky stories, enjoy seasonal treats, get your face painted, and make a craft to take home. Admission is $5/person (Member), $10/person (Non-Member), or $20/family (Member), and $30/family (Non-Member).
$5 – $30