Spooky Events for the 2023 Halloween Season

Posted Thu, Oct 19, 2023, By Staff Writer
It's that spooky time of the year, when we all dress up as we celebrate Halloween. In addition to trick or treating for the kids, this most unique holiday is also celebrated in equally unique ways. See all the spine-chilling festivities that are happening in North Jersey this year.
Date and Time Fri, Oct 20, 2023, 6:00 PM
Location Schmidt's Woods, 26 Millridge Rd, Secaucus, NJ, 07094  [View map]
Cost Free Event
"Not so haunted house" and children's activities: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Haunted trail: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Date and Time Fri, Oct 20, 2023, 5:00 PM to Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 10:00 PM
Location The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery, 435 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07302  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $5.00 to $428.67
Organizer Organized by The Rock-it Docket by Dancing Tony
Dancing Tony presents:
The Ghost of Uncle Joe's : A Halloween Masquerade Fundraising Ball
Benefiting the Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Location Pershing Field Community Center, 835 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Jersey City Writers
**COME SUPPORT US!** Jersey City Writers is bringing back our beloved Genre Night!
We asked local writers to submit short pieces around the night's theme: Nothing Good Happens After Midnight. We then chose the best pieces to have local actors perform them at our Genre Night. This year we’ll be offering free food, candy, drinks (both hard and soft), and even a costume contest. There is no fee to enter, but the suggested donation is $50.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location Forever Welded Jewelry, 314 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Breaking Bread NJ
Join forever welded jewelry for a Halloween party pop up! You'll be able to sip and shop, have a tarot card reading, decorate/create your own castle, and get a forever piece of jewelry welded!
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 8:00 PM to Sun, Oct 22, 2023, 1:00 AM
Location Fat Cactus Cantina, 707 US-46, Parsippany-Troy Hill, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Latin Ballroom & Top 40 Dance Group Morristown
**Join Us For A Halloween 🎃 Party At Fat Cactus 🌵 Cantina In Parsippany! Multigroup Event!**

**Expect A Fun Night Of Dancing, Socializing And Wonderful Costumes!**

**Costumes Are Encouraged To Add To The Fun Of The Event, But Are Not Required.** 👹🧛‍♂️🧛🏼‍♀️[👸](https://emojipedia.org/princess)
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 2:00 PM to Sun, Oct 22, 2023, 2:00 AM
Location Madd Hatter, 221 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $9.99 to $25.60
Organizer Organized by PubCrawls.com
Hoboken Happy Hour Halloween Bar Crawl🎃
PAY ONCE! DRINK, PARTY, & CRAWL ALL DAYS! OCTOBER 21ST, 27TH, 28TH & 31ST!
Pubcrawls.com is back again in Hoboken for our Hoboken Halloween Bar Crawl event! Many will try to duplicate but none will replicate. Enjoy all the top rated bars in Hoboken for this spine chilling Holiday on October 21st, 2023. With some of the best low drink specials you simply can't go wrong! Get in your amazing wild and sexy Halloween costumes to get in the spirit with many of other spooky bar crawlers. Don't miss out on one of the biggest weekends to party with a unique bar crawl experience unlike any other. Be sure to get your tickets as everyone likes to get their tickets spooky fast for the hottest Halloween crawl of the year as prices are expected to rise.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM
Location Birch Hoboken, 92 River St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $15.00 to $27.24
Organizer Organized by Bar Crawl LIVE!
Official Halloween Bar Crawl Hoboken, NJ By BarCrawl LIVE Eventbrite
The Bar List, Registration/Check-in, Contest, and event details about the city's official bar events in Hoboken can be found on the Hoboken Bar Crawls page.

Get ready for the spookiest event of the year! Join us for the Official Halloween Bar Crawl in Hoboken, NJ brought to you by BarCrawl LIVE. It's time to put on your most creative costume and celebrate Halloween in style! Gather your friends and prepare for a night filled with creepy cocktails, wicked music, and endless fun.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 9:00 PM to Sun, Oct 22, 2023, 2:00 AM
Location Madd Hatter, 221 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $0.00 to $38.15
Organizer Organized by HobokenHalloween.com
Halloween Fright Night Is At Madd Hatter Hoboken!
Madd Hatter Halloween is always a party to remember in Hoboken. This venue is located in the hotspot of Hoboken and is considered to be Hoboken’s number one party destination. Why wouldn’t you want to attend the best event for Halloween at Madd Hatter? Madd Hatter has built a reputation to give you the best parties in Hoboken in such a spacious venue. Not only do they have a beautiful venue but they also give you a plethora of bottle service options to top it off.
Date and Time Sun, Oct 22, 2023, 9:00 AM to 2:45 PM
Location State Line Cafe, Alpine, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by BLAZE >> Backpacking Gay Men of NYC
Let's dress up and hike! Costume attire highly recommended!! If you're around, please Join me for a day hike at Palisades Interstate Park! The hike will be 8/9 miles long and last approximately 5-6 hours. This hike is perfect for beginners who can hike some distance, there will be some scrambling (Giant Stairs) and a steep incline, however there is a bail out prior to this section to return to the parking lot! (Giant Stairs takes 30-45 minutes to complete).
Date and Time Wed, Oct 25, 2023, 5:00 PM
Location Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Panasonic Room, Secaucus, NJ, 07094  [View map]
Cost Free Event
Children ages 4 and up are invited to oin us for a Spooktacular Halloween Celebration! Dress up in your Halloween costume. You will be able to trick-or-treat, have your photo taken, hear a spooky story and decorate cookies with us. Space is limited. Sign up on the calendar @ secaucuslibrary.org
Date and Time Thu, Oct 26, 2023, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location 49 East Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ, 07652  [View map]
Cost Free Event
Organizer Organized by Realty One Group Sunrise
Hosted by Realty One Group Sunrise and sponsored by Justin Freedman at Northpointe Bank.
Date and Time Thu, Oct 26, 2023, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location 175 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by JCFamilies
Calling all Ladies,
We are back again this year for a fun and spooky event just for moms. 🙂
Join us for a night of frightful fun at our Moms Night Out:
Halloween Costume Party on **October 26th, from 8 to 10 p.m.** We will be dancing the full moon away on Dvora’s Rooftop.
Dress to impress in your most creative and spooky costumes, (optional) dance the night away, and enjoy wickedly delicious treats.
It will be a hauntingly good time you won’t want to miss!
Date and Time Fri, Oct 27, 2023, 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Location Union Hall Hoboken, 306 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Hoboken Ski Club
Our spooky tradition continues… Join HSC for our annual Halloween party at Union Hall. Pay as you go or optional open bar. Start working on those costumes. Prizes will be awarded.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location Horseshoe Tavern + Various Venues, 36 Speedwell Ave, Morristown, NJ, 07960  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $0.00 to $22.33
Organizer Organized by PubCrawls.com
Happy Haunting all my creepy crawlers. Are you ready to have a fang-tastic night? Join us this October for a spooktacular time.

Morristown Official Halloween Bar Crawl🎃
One of the most exciting and unique Halloween events is back, and you know who’s throwing it. Have you ever wondered what a Haunted Bar Crawl would be like? Look no further because this is perfect for those who love to drink and enjoy a spooky atmosphere. Our Official Halloween Bar Crawl is back and just in time to freak the night away. This Halloween we celebrate October 28th, 2023.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location Grove Station + Various Location, 116 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07302  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $0.00 to $20.14
Organizer Organized by PubCrawls.com
Jersey City Official Halloween Bar Crawl 🎃
It’s frightening how fast Halloween showed up, but we aren’t scared at all. It’s time to pull out the most creative and horrifying outfits to put them on display. Those looking for a haunted house, look no further, we will transport you to another world of fear and terror on our Official Halloween Bar Crawl, and you had better join quick. On October 28th 2023 we turn the city into Halloween Town, let’s get crazy together.
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 9:00 PM to Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 3:00 AM
Location Cubanelle, 1 US-46 Highway, Totowa, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Fort Lee & Englewood Social Meetup
**Join us for a spooky and fun-filled evening at Cubanelle Lounge! Get ready to dance and have a blast at the most thrilling Halloween Party in New Jersey! Dress up in your most creative costume & bring your friends along for a night you won't forget😈**
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Location Wicked Wolf Tavern, 120 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $15.00 to $42.99
Organizer Organized by Bar Crawl LIVE!
The Halloween Bar Crawl 2023 bar event -Hoboken pub crawls
The original Halloween bar event is back and we're calling all creatures of the night! Join 1,000+ Crawlers at the Spooktacular Halloween Bar Crawl in Hoboken, NJ!
Dress up in your funniest, sexiest, or spookiest costume and crawl with us through the best bars in town and get ready for the Halloween pub crawl of 2023. Themed drinks, costume contests, and a night of ghostly fun with friends. Buy your limited tickets now on Eventbrite or on BarCrawlLive.com and don't miss out on the creepiest crawl of the year!
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location Stew Leonard's Farm Fresh Food & Wine, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ, 07652  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $17.99 to $25.30
Organizer Organized by Stew Leonard's Paramus
Join the team at Stew Leonard's in Paramus for a Spooktacular Costume Breakfast hosted by our costumed characters & their friends! Stew's culinary team will offer a buffet style breakfast! Kids of all ages are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.

Children ages 2-11 are $17.99ea

Children 12 and adults are $21.99ea
Date and Time Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 8:30 PM to Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 1:00 AM
Location Silk City Rich Grounds, Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ, USA, 121 Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ, 07505  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $10.00 to $12.51
SPOOKY SCIENCE FAIR HALLOWEEN PARTY @ SILK CITY - 21+ REQUIRED

E&K Coming this year with our 4th Annual Halloween Party! Bigger, better, MORE FUN! Join us at the SPOOKY SCIENCE FAIR HALLOWEEN PARTY! Get your costumes ready and prepare to dance the night away! This event will be held at Silk City Rich Grounds on Ellison Street in Paterson, NJ, USA. REMEMBER! Best Costume wins a MYSTERY PRIZE!
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 12:00 PM
Location Clarendon School, 685 5th St, Secaucus, NJ, 07094  [View map]
Cost Free Event
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center, 7th Avenue, Newark, NJ, 07104  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $5.00 to $22.44
Organizer Organized by Branch Brook Park Skating Center
Open to All Ages! Tickets Must be Purchased in Advanced for Everyone Whether Skating or Not!
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM
Location Elks Lodge, 40 W Church St, Bergenfield, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by The Salsa Connexion Dance Group
Join me Saturday, October 28th at 9:00 PM at the Bergenfield Elks Lodge, 40 W. Church St, Bergenfield, NJ to Celebrate Halloween dancing to the best #Salsa, #Bachata #Merengue and more.
• Wearing a costume is recommended but not mandatory.
• Music at 9:00 PM by yours truly #djedwinmartinez

Admission $25 at the door - Cash Bar - Free Parking - 21 and over
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 12:00 AM to 4:00 AM
Location 18 Oregon St, Maplewood, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by North Jersey LGBT+ Friends
Our party on 9/23 filled with a great crowd and so many yummy treats! Only hours have passed and we're prepared to plan the next! 🥳
Join us to celebrate Halloween 2023! A costume isn't required, though you're welcome to dress however you'd like!
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location Chela’s Restaurant & Grille, 131 Bewark Pompton Tpke, Little Falls, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by Bachata Heaven Social
This Event is free entrance
Whether your a beginner or advance dancer come and enjoy the night.
Open level Sensual Bachata Class at 4 PM with Jonathan. D&D Certified Instructor.
80% bachata, 20% salsa merengue and more
Playing bachata from the classics, traditional to the modern latest mix songs.
Free parking
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location Agave Cocina, 32 Locust Avenue, Wallington, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by You Can Sit With Us. (30s & 40s Women’s Social Circle)
Still undecided on Halloween? Come join us at Agave Cocina Mexicana for a spooky Halloween brunch party featuring a live DJ, thrilling performances and themed cocktails!

Don’t forget your costume- there’s a prize for the most creatively dressed guest in the restaurant! Let’s unwind, get imaginative, and have a great time!
(COSTUMES REQUIRED)
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM
Location Cubanelle Restaurant & Lounge, 1 US-46, Totowa, NJ, Totowa, NJ  [View map]
Organizer Organized by NJ Dine & Dance Meetup
**Join us for a spooky and fun-filled evening at Cubanelle Lounge! Get ready to dance and have a blast at the most thrilling Halloween Party in New Jersey! Dress up in your most creative costume & bring your friends along for a night you won't forget😈**
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location Lit 21, 1034 McCarter Highway, Newark, NJ, 07102  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $0.00 to $30.41
Organizer Organized by REGGAE AND SOCA EVENTS
MUSIC BY
DJ IZ LIT
BANKY HYPE
MATT VIOLINIST
& FRIENDS
Date and Time Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location Glitter & Glam, 700 Paramus park mall, Paramus, NJ, 07652  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $59.95 to $65.81
Organizer Organized by Glitter & Glam
Join princess belle for a spooky time at glitter and glam Paramus!
Date and Time Tue, Oct 31, 2023, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location Schmidt's Woods, 26 Millridge Rd, Secaucus, NJ, 07094  [View map]
Cost Free Event
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