With Halloween right around the corner,.. literally, remain in the spirit, grab your family, wrangle your toddlers and do something fun this weekend! Whether you're looking to scare the diapers right off your littles ones, terrorize your teen, indulge in some wine, or just want some good old fashion fun, I got you covered! Here's a few ideas if you're at a loss of what to do this weekend in and around Ocean County.
Operation Halloween
When: October 25-26
Where: Joseph A Citta Scout Reservation, Barnegat, NJ
Hosted by the Southern Ocean Rotary Club and the Jersey Shore Council Boy Scouts of America, Operation Halloween features a blend of family-friendly activities and haunted attractions.
Family-Friendly Fun (4-7 PM): Enjoy Pumpkin Street, complete with games, food, trick-or-treating, a hay maze, pumpkin painting, and inflatable attractions.
Haunted Attractions (7-10 PM): Experience "Terror In The Pines," where you navigate a zombie-infested area with the help of Anti-Zombie Commandos.
Admission: $20 at the gate; free for kids 3 and under. Discount flyers available!
Terror at the Point
When: October 25-26, 7 PM - 10:30 PM
Where: Lacey Elks, Forked River
Prepare for chills and thrills with clowns, dolls, and monsters!
Admission: $20 for adults, $10 for kids under 10. This event supports the Lacey Elks Building Fund and Special Needs Committee.
Legends & Lore Boat Tour
When: Ongoing
Join a one-hour narrated boat tour of Tuckerton Creek and discover Jersey Shore legends, including ghost tales. You might even see Mrs. Leed's 13th child!
Tickets: $16 per person, which includes various fun activities and admission to the museum. Discount for Seaport Members using code Member2024.
Forever Forest: Nightmare Before Christmas
Reserve your tickets for the Forever Forest Halloween Experience and enjoy a 20% discount with promo code OPEN20. There are daytime sessions for young children and nighttime sessions for teens and young adults. Enter at your own risk—visit foreverforestnj.com
Allaire Village “Night of Frights”
When: Six nights throughout October
Don’t miss the spooky fun at Allaire Village! Pre-purchase tickets as events often sell out. Proceeds support the Historic Village.
Special Event: Bring the little ones to the All Hallows’ Eve Celebration on October 27th!
For tickets visit -- https://www.eventbrite.com/o/13446907031
Harvest Hayride & More
When: October 26
Where: Bayview Park, LBI
Enjoy live music, a petting zoo, pumpkin picking, and free kids' activities during this fun-filled day.
Boo Bash
When: October 26
Where: The Learning Experience, Manahawkin
Join for pumpkin picking, decorating, arts and crafts, and a visit from our mascot, Bubbles the Elephant. This event is free for kids under 6!
HALLOWINE Food Truck Festival
When: October 26-27
Where: Laurita Winery
Indulge in delicious food from various food trucks while enjoying live music!
Admission: $13 online in advance, $15 at the gate; free for those under 21. Supervised children are welcome.
Live Music: Various bands performing throughout the weekend.
Bayside Fall Fest
When: October 26, 11 AM - 4 PM
Where: Bayside Chapel, Barnegat
Join for a free family-friendly event featuring a Black Light Trick or Treat hallway, character dance parties, and more!
3rd Annual Trunk or Treat
When: October 27, 12 PM - 3 PM
Where: Retro Fitness, Toms River
Get ready for a day filled with candy, vendors, face painting, character meet & greets, and fun games!
As always, if you are hosting an event and would like me to share it please contact me. I am also always looking to collaborate with any other small business. Enjoy your weekend! #MyTwoToddlers and I will be out and about! If you see us, say hi!
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