Celebrate spooky season with your petite crew at these 20 family-friendly Halloween events on the North Fork. From sweet thrills to creepy chills, don’t miss these North Fork Halloween happenings.

Not-so-Spooky Haunted Tree House at Long Island Aquarium

Long Island Aquarium, Riverhead (Entrance located behind the Hyatt Place Hotel, through Scoops Ice Cream Shop within Treasure Cove Resort Marina.)

Fridays and Saturdays in October, from 7 to 9 p.m. (weather dependent)

At this after-dark immersive experience, kids ages 3 to 11 are invited to climb five levels of Long Island Aquarium’s haunted treehouse decked out with spooky fun. The Halloween excursion also features pumpkin decorating, animal interactions, crafts, arcade games, and more. $25/person; adult admission free with a paid child ticket; walk-ins are welcome, or purchase advance tickets here.

Annual Greenport Village Halloween Parade and Celebration

Greenport Village, Greenport

Saturday, October 31; 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Village-wide trick-or-treating with allergy-safe stations, “Witches in the Window” scavenger hunt, and additional spooky activities. Halloween parade lineup at 10:30 a.m. at Floyd Memorial Library ends in Mitchell Park.

Harbes Orchard’s Spooky Night Maze

Harbes Orchard, Riverhead

October 10, 11, 17, and 24; 7-10 p.m. with last admission at 9:30 p.m.

Family-friendly maze with creepy characters is a friendly fright for daring people of all ages. $26/person, with no reservations or ticketing. Bring your own flashlight or purchase one on-site. More details here.

Haunted Hollow at Baiting Hollow Scout Camp

Baiting Hollow Scout Camp, Calverton

Fridays and Saturdays in October beginning 10/16; 7-11 p.m., rain or shine

Haunts and thrills along a haunted trail and haunted house, with classic Halloween movies playing all night long. $15/person. While this frightfully fun experience is family-friendly, it is geared towards children ages 8+. More info here.

Bats, Barnacles & Broomsticks Halloween Party at Long Island Aquarium

Long Island Aquarium, Riverhead

Saturday, October 24; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

While seeing all the aquarium has to offer, children can trick-or-treat and visit vendor tables, enjoy giveaways, and win prizes. Kids ages 12 and under in costume will receive 50% off aquarium admission with a paying adult. The party is free to attend with aquarium admission. More details here.

Trick or Treat in the Vines at Baiting Hollow Vineyards

Baiting Hollow Vineyards North Lawn, Calverton

Sunday, October 25; 1-4 p.m.

Family-fun day of trick-or-treating. Costumes suggested! This is a free event, open to all. Register here or by calling 631-369-0100.

Lighted Carved-Pumpkin Display at the Mattituck-Laurel Library

Mattituck-Laurel Library Greenspace, Mattituck

Friday, October 16; 5-7 p.m.

Games, themed crafts, the return of the singing pumpkins, pumpkin displays, popcorn, face painting, balloon twisting, and more. Free and open to all, not just Mattituck-Laurel Library cardholders. More info here.

Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Stotzky Park

Stotzky Park, Riverhead

Friday, October 16; 6:30-8 p.m.

Trunk-or-Treat event by Riverhead Parks & Recreation. Free and open to all. Prizes for the best-decorated trunk.

Drive-In Movie Screening of “Minions and Monsters” at Stotzky Park

Stotzky Park, Riverhead

Saturday, October 17; 7 p.m.

Hosted by Riverhead Parks & Recreation, enjoy a drive-in movie screening of “Minions and Monsters.” Free and open to all.

Nightfaire on Sound Ave. Halloween Market at Jamesport Farm Brewery

Jamesport Farm Brewery, Riverhead

Saturday, October 31; 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Family-friendly Halloween market. DJ, costume contests, vendors, and more.

Drive-In Movie Screening of “Hocus Pocus” at Strawberry Fields

Strawberry Fields, Mattituck

Friday, October 9; 6:30 p.m.

Hosted by the Southold Youth Bureau, enjoy a drive-in movie screening of “Hocus Pocus.” Free and open to all. The first 50 attendees will receive treat bags.

Haunted Barn & Corn Maze at Krupski Farms

Krupski Farms, Peconic

12-5 p.m. on weekends in October

For those brave kids looking for a Halloween scare, walk through Krupski Farms’ Haunted Barn, a brief yet fun excursion, and find your way through the Haunted Corn Maze, if you dare.

Baiting Halloween at Baiting Hollow Scout Camp

Baiting Hollow Scout Camp, Calverton

October 17 and 24; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

A fall community event featuring a haunted house, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, games, crafts, food, and concessions. $15/person.

Spooky Saturday: A Day of Halloween Fun at Critterville Farm

Critterville Farm, Riverhead

October 24; 12-2:30 p.m.

Farm tour, pumpkin painting, games, and more. Costumes suggested. $30/person with RSVP here.

13th Annual Trick or Trok 5K & Kids Boo Crew Fun Run

Southold Elementary School, Southold

Saturday, October 31; check-in at 8 a.m., 5K at 9 a.m., Fun Run at 9:45 a.m.

A Halloween-themed 5K open to all. Come in costume to make the race spooky and extra fun. Costume prizes for best-dressed child and adult, and best-dressed group. Register here. After the 5K, at 9:45 a.m., join the Boo Crew Fun Run for kids 12 and under. Food, activities, Halloween fun.

Strong Mamas Workout, Halloween Slime and Potions Adventure

The Heart of It, Aquebogue

Monday, October 12; 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Join The Heart of It for a mamas workout class while the kids are enjoying a Halloween smile and potions adventure. Costumes encouraged. More info here.

Family and Friends Pumpkin Carving at the Southold-Free Library

Southold-Free Library, Southold

Friday, October 23; 6-7:30 p.m.

A cozy pumpkin carving event for tweens ages 12 and up. More info here.

Halloween Drop-off Event at Bella Anima Parties

Bella Anima Parties, Wading River

Friday, October 23; 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Drop the kids off for a Halloween event featuring games and music, spooky slime-making, Halloween squishy-making, pizza, cupcakes, and more. Costumes suggested. $55/child, $45/sibling. Book here.

Safe Trick-or-Treat at The Shoppes at East Wind

The Shoppes at East Wind, Wading River

Saturday, October 31; 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

A safe Halloween trick-or-treating event around the shoppes. Free and open to all.

Halloween Party Performances by School of Rock Riverhead & Port Jefferson

Hosted at BOX Pickleball, Riverhead

Sunday, October 18; 3 p.m.

Presented by School of Rock, enjoy a day full of fun, a costume contest, music, and performances by Riverhead students at 3 p.m. and Port Jefferson students at 5 p.m.

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