Looking for Halloween fun in the Sullivan Catskills? From free community events to DJ dance parties, there’s something for everyone! Take a hike to Witch Rock, dress up for the costume parade, get spooked in a haunted theatre tour or dance the night away – we have over 20 ways to celebrate the spooky and spectacular…
Fun for Kids & Families
Hike to Witch Rock
Wednesday, October 25 • 5pm
Walnut Mountain Park • Liberty
Check out the infamous Witch’s Rock and learn the history of Walnut Mountain on a guided hike with Morgan Outdoors. Hike starts promptly at 5pm to take advantage of daylight and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wide carriage roads with moderate uphill grade. Bring flashlights or headlamps for walk back to parking lot. RSVP by Tuesday, October 24th. Call Morgan Outdoors (845) 439-5507 or Liberty Parks and Recreation (845) 292-7690.
5th Annual Trick or Treat at SUNY Sullivan
Friday, October 27 • 4-6pm
SUNY Sullivan Community College • Loch Sheldrake
Candy treats and kid-friendly scares – a great way to kick off Halloween weekend.
Town of Mamakating Halloween Party
Friday, October 27 • 5:30-7:30pm
Town Park • Bloomingburg
Free family fun! Costume parade at 5:30pm, refreshments, haunted house, hay rides, bonfire, pumpkin patch, Halloween crafts, and more. Adults must accompany children (no drop-offs).
Halloween Festival
Saturday, October 28 • 11am-2pm
YMCA of Sullivan County • Rock Hill
Trunk or treat, haunted trail, spooky boat ride, games and snacks – free.
Community Halloween Party
Saturday, October 28 • Noon-3pm
The Kaatskeller • Livingston Manor
The Livingston Manor Free Library and The Kaatskeller invite you to a community Halloween Party with pizza, scary stories, a costume contest, games and more – for students in grades K-6th. Parents and siblings welcome. Call (845) 439-5440 for more information.
Fall Fun Day
Saturday, October 28 • 12-1:30pm
Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library • Monticello
Come for an afternoon full of activities. Dress as a scarecrow to take part in the scarecrow parade and win prizes, listen to a fall themed story and paint rocks to look like pumpkins, enjoy apple cider and donuts and get your face painted. There will also be a book sale, so stock up on some cozy reads for fall. This is a free program and registration is not required, but does help them plan for the event. To register, or for more information, please call 845-794-4660 ext. 5.
Children’s Costume Parade
Saturday, October 28 • 1-4pm
Delaware Youth Center • Callicoon
The Delaware Youth Center sponsors a children’s costume parade down Main Street for the children in our community. Line up 12:45pm behind the Delaware Free Library, parade begins at 1pm. Games and treats at the Youth Center following the parade. For information call 845-887-5155.
Bethel Youth Halloween Parade, Party and Haunted House
Saturday, October 28 • 3-7pm
3460 State Route 55 • White Lake
For children up to age 10. Costume parade kicks off at 3:15pm. Refreshments and games follow. Haunted house for youth grades 2 to 5. Rain or shine.
Halloween at the Woods
Sunday, October 29 • Noon-3pm
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts • Bethel
Witchy art activities for all ages and a spooky scavenger hunt. Candy available (while supplies last) for all participants. At 2pm, enjoy a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas in the Museum Theater.
Community Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, October 31 • 6pm
The Flats Playground • Narrowsburg
Hosted by the Tusten Youth Commission, kids can enjoy pizza, juice, glow sticks and candy. If you would like to enter your trunk please contact tustenyouth@yahoo.com.
Pumpkin Picking, Hay Rides, Corn Maze & More!
Cunningham Family Farms • Swan Lake
Ongoing
Haunted Theatre Tours
Fridays, October 13, 20, 27 and Saturdays, October 14, 21, 28
Tours begin at 6pm, last tour begins at 10pm.
Rivoli Theatre • South Fallsburg
Three floors of frights await you – ghostly, ghastly, eerie and spine-tingling. Bring a friend or two along, because going it alone is definitely not the best idea. Tours are not recommended for children under the age of 13.
Haunted Happenings
Saturdays in October • 6pm-Midnight
Catskill Mountains Resort • Glen Spey
Haunted house, outdoor Halloween movies, pick a pumpkin to paint, face painting and more.
Adults Only
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Live!
Friday, October 20 & 27 • 8pm
Forestburgh Playhouse • Forestburgh
Do the time warp again! Costumes encouraged. Show sells out fast, get your tickets now.
Scary-oke
Wednesday, October 26 • 6-11pm
Cabernet Frank’s • Parksville
Cab’raoke Wednesday transforms into a Halloween edition.
Witchy Brews and Exciting Elixirs
Saturday, October 28 • 6-10pm
Stickett Inn • Barryville
Join mixologist, Laura Silverman, for spell-binding cocktails with fresh seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms, forests and fields. No sign-up or ticket required.
Halloween Dance
Saturday, October 28 • 7-10pm
Delaware Youth Center • Callicoon
21 and over please. Prizes for best costumes; bring your own snacks & refreshments.
The Shining
Friday, October 27 • 7pm
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Museum Theater • Bethel
Enjoy this classic flick and when it’s over, help recreate the final party photo at the end of The Shining. Come dressed up either as characters from the film or in 1920’s party attire – those who do will get a special gift! This event is for adults, 18 and older.
Monster Mash Party with Paprika
Saturday, October 28 • 7:30-11pm
Cabernet Frank’s • Parksville
Prizes for best costume and more!
Mask-Erade
Saturday, October 28 • 8pm-Midnight
Western Supper Club & Inn • Callicoon
Hot music, dancing, Halloween cocktails, costume competition, mask auction, tarot readings and more. $10 at the door, cash bar. Co-hosted by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.
Oscar Brown’s Ghost Dance Party
Saturday, October 28 • 9:30pm-Close
Oscar Brown’s • Liberty
Scary costumes required. Happy hour all night, drink specials, cash prizes for best costumes. $5 cover, 21 and over, please.
Mad World
Saturday, October 28 • 8pm
The Emerald Ballroom • Narrowsburg
Heron Halloween Party and Costume Contest.
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