About this Event
Before heading out for the neighborhood trick-or-treating, make Pier Village your first stop for a festive Halloween afternoon by the sea.
The annual Pier Village Halloween Spooktacular brings families together for a spirited pre-celebration filled with costumes, candy, music, entertainment, and plenty of Halloween fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume, enjoy an afternoon of activities, and get into the Halloween spirit before heading out for the evening's trick-or-treating.
DJ JoJo will set the soundtrack from 1 to 5 p.m., while strolling entertainment and balloon artists bring Halloween surprises throughout Pier Village. Kids can get into character with face painting, create bracelets with Little Words Project, and enjoy trick-or-treating throughout Pier Village before continuing the tradition in their own neighborhoods.
At 3:15 p.m., head to the Carousel Stage for the Spooky Bubble Show Spectacular, featuring larger-than-life bubbles and theatrical fun.
Keep the fun going with a round of Pier Putt, bowling, VR simulators, air hockey, and pool at Pier Pins, or take a spin on the carousel and explore the arcade.
And because Halloween is better with a little indulgence, make time to shop, dine, grab a sweet treat, enjoy a cocktail, and explore Pier Village before the evening festivities begin.
Whether you're starting your Halloween celebration at Pier Village or looking for a festive way to spend the afternoon before trick-or-treating, the Pier Village Halloween Spooktacular is the perfect place to kick off Halloween at the Jersey Shore.
Come in costume, enjoy the afternoon, collect a few treats, and then head out for a night of trick-or-treating.
Event venue & nearby stays
Pier Village, Ocean Avenue and Centennial Drive, Long Branch, United States
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