Scullville Terror in the Junkyard
Every weekend. Fri. & Sat., 7 – 10 p.m., Sun. 7 – 9 p.m.
Flemming’s Junkyard 353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Go for a ride on the Haunted Hayride or take a walk through the Maze. Hayride tickets are $14 per person, Maze tickets are $9, and Combo tickets are $18. Discounts for military and first responders. Open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Buy tickets online and learn more at scullvillefire.org/hayride/.
Halloween Experience at Forever Forest
Every weekend. Fri. & Sat., 2 – 5 p.m. & 6 – 10 p.m.
354 Breman Ave. Egg Harbor City
Featured attractions include “A Nightmare Before Christmas” fright trolley through the tree farm with Halloween decorations and live actors, a daytime scenic trolley ride through Forever Forest, and “Zombie Wars” Lazer Tag. Plus, pumpkin decorations, arts and crafts, face painting, walking trail of horror, bounce castle, dunk tank, outdoor campfire with s’mores, and more. For additional information, visit foreverforestnj.com.
Storybook Land’s Fall into Fun Festival
Every weekend. Fri. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township
Storybook Land is proud to offer several fall attractions and events. Take a walk through Elmer’s Hay Mazin’ Maze and climb aboard the Happy Hayride. Kids can also pick a mini pumpkin to decorate themselves, now through Oct. 20. Kids Trick or Treat Weekends are Sat. & Sun., Oct. 21 & 22, and Oct. 28 & 29.
Mays Landing Ghost Walk
Fri. Oct. 20, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
6001 Main St.
Hamilton Historical Society’s 23rd Annual Ghost Walk returns in 2023. Tour groups will be led by a Storyteller Guide, with local history and spooky stories through historic downtown Mays Landing. With new stops and stories, this event is sure to be spooktacular fun. Tickets for the Ghost Walk are available online only via Eventbrite. This event will sell out. Learn more and purchase tickets at hamiltonhistorical.org.
Historic Smithville Costume Pet Parade
Sat. Oct. 21, 1 p.m.
615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
Join Paw Dazzle for this year’s Halloween Pet Parade and watch costumed pets and their people parade around the Village Green and compete for prizes, including the $100 cash best-in-show prize. Plus raffles, Howl-A-Ween portraits, an autumn-themed photobooth, and more. Proceeds benefit Atlantic County Canines, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving senior and special needs animals in South Jersey. Registration opens at 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.historicsmithville.com.
HSOC “Howl-O-Ween” Parade
Sat. Oct. 21, 3 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk from 6th – 14th St.
Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season. Registration begins at 2 p.m. at the Sports & Civic Center at 6th St. The parade begins at 3 p.m. and the procession is from 6th – 14th Street on the Boardwalk. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Somers Point Trunk or Treat
Sat. Oct 21, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Shore Medical Center Parking Lot Harbor and Bay Ave.
Hosted by the Somers Point Police Department. The public is encouraged to bring a donation of a new, unwrapped toy to kickstart the SPPD holiday toy drive, no stuffed toys. This event is free to attend. Those interested in being a vendor, email kmackenzie@somerspointpd.org.
Scullville Trunk or Treat
Sun. Oct 22, 12 – 2 p.m.
Fleming’s Junkyard 353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Hosted by the Scullville Auxiliary, this event is fun for the whole family. Proceeds benefit the Scullville Volunteer Fire Company. Ages 2 and under are free. $5 per child. No charge for adults. Skip the line and purchase tickets online at scullvillefire.org/auxiliary.
Tales of the Jersey Devil
Tues. Oct 24, 6 p.m.
Somers Mansion 1000 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Join local author Scott Macom around the campfire as he shares spooky Jersey Devil tales from his book, “Devil Leeds.” The talk will begin at 7 p.m. Arrive early for guided tours of Somers Mansion beginning at 5 p.m. Then get your lawn chairs and sit around the campfire, along with book signings after the event. Soft pretzels will be for sale. Admission is free.
Ocean City Halloween Parade
Thu. Oct. 26, 7:15 p.m.
Asbury Ave. from 6th – 11th St.
Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information, call 1-800-813-5580 or visit http://ochp.blogspot.com.
OCTC Halloween Party
Fri. Oct. 27, 7 – 11 p.m.
Ocean City Yacht Club 100 Bay Rd.
The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company invites you to a spooktacular evening of fun at this year’s Halloween Costume Party. Tickets include refreshments, and a night of dancing to support the nonprofit arts organization. Purchase tickets online at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
Pumpkin Patches
and Hayrides
R and J Farm
Mon. – Fri. 12 – 6 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
723 W. Herschel St. Galloway
Enjoy fall fun at the farm. Be prepared to get lost in their corn maze as you wind your way around the trails. Take a leisurely hayride out to the pumpkin patch to grab your perfect pumpkin. Other attractions include a pumpkin stand, jumping pad, snacks, and drinks. Corn maze and hayrides are $8 per person. Combination tickets available.
Sahl’s Father Son Farm Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze & Hayrides
Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
40 W. Pestalozzi St. Galloway
Find the perfect pumpkin with the entire family, get lost in the corn maze, say hello to the farm animals, and take a hayride around the farm, included with admission. Tickets sold on site. $14 per person over 3 years.
Linwood Pumpkin Patch
Central United Methodist Church 5 Marvin Ave.
Daily; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
