The Philadelphia suburbs are full of rich Halloween traditions and fun events your whole family will enjoy. Put on your best costume and celebrate the season with these local happenings.
Hayrides to the Witch’s House
137 W Knowlton Rd., Media
Through October 31
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Take this exciting hayride to visit the friendly witch in the woods. Afterward, return to Linvilla Orchards for a campfire complete with cider and marshmallows at this Halloween event.
Colonial Gardens Children’s Night Hayride and Maze
745 Schuylkill Rd., Phoenixville
October 16-17 and 21-31, 7-8:30 p.m.
Just old enough for a scare, but too young for the big frights? This night hayride is perfect for kids old enough to handle a spooky, but not a scary time on this 20-minute hayride through the woods. Tickets to the hayride also include tickets to the children’s mazes.
The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024
1736 Creek Rd., Chadds Ford
October 17-19
Local artists visit the Chadds Ford Historical Society on the first day of this three-day event to carve pumpkins, which will then be displayed on Friday and Saturday for the public to enjoy. Food, drinks, live music and raffle prizes add to the fun of this Halloween tradition and, best of all, kids under six get in free.
Halloween Door Tour 2024
Downtown West Chester
October 18-31
Sign up in person at West Chester Public Library or online at wcpubliclibrary.org to get your scavenger hunt map. Look for the yard sign in participating homes and vote for the scariest, most creative and funniest decorations.
West Chester Halloween Parade
Begins at Church and Market Sts., West Chester
October 23, 7 p.m.
Featuring performances from local marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, the West Chester Halloween Parade never disappoints. Kids can visit one of the donation stations before the start of the parade to claim a goodie bag.
Swarthmore Halloween Tot Parade
121 Park Ave., Swarthmore
October 25, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Children six years of age and younger are invited to dress up and parade through downtown Swarthmore, stopping for candy along the way before eating treats and listening to storytime.
Halloween Special on West Chester Railroad
230 E Market St., West Chester
October 26-27
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Costumes are encouraged on this 90-minute train ride full of scenic fall views. Be sure to come hungry when treat bags are handed out to all kids on this journey to Glen Mills and back.
Witches of Narberth
Corner of Forrest and Haverford Aves., Narberth
October 26, 1–4 p.m.
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Kick off the spooky season with a scavenger hunt through downtown Narberth. Costumes are optional for this free Halloween event.
Kennett Trunk or Treat
650 W Cypress St., Kennett Square
October 27, 2–4 p.m.
Get spooky and creative at this Kennett Square to-do. Decorate your cars, hand out candy and get the kiddos dressed up for Halloween fun. Reserve your spot as a car decorator, volunteer to hand out candy and receive one free beer from Victory Taproom.
Trick or Treat Around the Town Center
King of Prussia Town Center
October 28, 5-7 p.m.
Head out to King of Prussia for the fifth annual Trick or Treat Around Town Center the Monday before Halloween. Make sure you and the kids don your best costumes as Town Center transforms into a spooky Halloween-themed destination. Pick up candy from your favorite shops and enjoy fun and games on the green.
Narberth Halloween Parade
Begins at the 100 block of N. Narberth Ave., Narberth
October 30, 6-7 p.m.
Children can share their Halloween costumes with the Narberth community as they march through town beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the dot, so don’t be late!
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