Top 5 Halloween Events In NYC 2023 🎃
As the shadows stretch and the breeze turns brisk, NYC rolls out the black carpet for a medley of ghostly adventures. Time to channel your inner phantom and dive into the city’s eerie extravaganza. From whimsical wonders to spine-tingling thrills, here’s your gateway to catching the haunting vibes that resonate through the city's veiled corners as Halloween draws near.
1) The Halloween House at the Oculus:
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Seeking a fear-free fiesta this All Hallows Eve? Say no more. The Halloween House at the Oculus is your go-to. From September 29 to November 1, this haunt transforms the bustling hub at 185 Greenwich Street into an eerie enclave. Last year, a whopping 100,000 souls ventured through its various locations. This year, it's back with a vengeance, featuring a cache of intricately designed themed rooms - a Glow in the Dark space, a mysterious Vampires' Lair, a Horror Movie Graveyard, and an indoor pumpkin patch to name a few. It’s all about that spooky aesthetic minus the scare factor.
Where: Manhattan
When: September 29 - November 1
2) Blood Manor Haunted House:
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For those chasing the scream dream, Blood Manor is where it's at. This first-class fright fest sprawls over 10,000 square feet of themed rooms, corridors, and a labyrinth meant to play on your darkest fears. And though it's not a ride, the foot journey through the Manor is a trek through terror. Mind you, this place cranks up the creep factor to the max, making it a no-go for kiddos under 14. And while the ghastly crew is trained not to touch you, you might want to skip on the white attire unless you’re going for that post-fright disheveled look.
Where: Manhattan
When: Now - November 4th
3) Hallowhine Caribbean Party at Bar Schimmi:
When the sun dips below the horizon, the undead come to play at Bar Schimmi’s Hallowhine Caribbean Party. Nestled in an industrial nightclub with two dance floors ready to withstand the restless feet of a thousand spirits, Schimmi is the night haven for the island beats this Halloween. For one night only, the cold Brooklyn night will shimmer with the heat of the Caribbean revelry.
Where: Brooklyn
When: October 27th
4) Dumboween:
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The streets of Dumbo beckon all creative spirits for a Halloween march like no other. Don your quirkiest costume and join the parade to the Dumbo Archway. Post-march, the Archway comes alive with arts, crafts, and laughter, courtesy of the Creatively WILD Art Studio. And for the younglings, a trick-or-treat quest awaits as the dusk casts eerie shadows on the neighborhood.
Where: Brooklyn
When: October 31
5) Afrobeats & Amapiano Halloween on the River:
The Pier 40 yacht is about to sail through the bloody waters of Manhattan, carrying a horde of party ghouls. The Afrowaves Haunted Cruise is where the rhythm of Afrobeats and Amapiano reigns supreme against the backdrop of the hauntingly beautiful NYC skyline. It’s a dance macabre on the waves, with the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Freedom Tower bearing witness to the wild revelry. Dress to distress, and get ready to find your groove amidst the ghosts.
Where: Manhattan
When: October 27
NYC’s Halloween scene is an eerie playground where every ghost, ghoul, and goblin finds their vibe. So whether you’re in for a scare or a share of whimsical wonder, these spots got the magic to make your Halloween night lit!
