“Spooky Season” is upon us, and there’s plenty of family fun throughout the month! Be sure to check out all of the Halloween activities within our community.

Pennsauken Township’s Halloween Home Decorating Contest

EXTENDED DEADLINE! The hunt is on for the best Halloween decorations in town! Sponsored by Pennsauken’s Department of Parks and Recreation, the annual Halloween Home Decorating Contest recognizes those homes that go all out for the spookiest time of the year.

A team of guys and ghouls will be creeping around town to locate the most impressive expressions of Halloween spirit Pennsauken has to offer. Each judging team will perform “street view” evaluations of your home for creativity, spookiness, and general appeal. This year, there are three judging categories:

• Goosebumps Award (Scariest/Spookiest Home)
• Creepy Chronical Award (Best Overall Theme)
• All-Hallows Award (Best Traditionally Decorated Home)

There will also be the “Pumpkin King” Award, given out to the best decorated home overall.

In order for decorated homes in Pennsauken to be considered for this year’s contest, residents must submit their address using an online form on the Township’s website. This link can be accessed at PennsaukenEvents.com. Registration runs through Friday, Oct. 20.

Help cause some friendly frights throughout our neighborhoods by decorating your home or visiting those who do! For more information, call Pennsauken’s Parks and Recreation Department at (856) 665-1000 x151 or email jvazquez@pennsauken.gov.

Pennsauken Police Trunk Or Treat On October 18

The Pennsauken Township Police Department invites the local community to its second annual Trunk or Treat event on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., 2400 Bethel Ave. Trick or Treaters will be able to safely get candy and other snacks from vehicles decorated for Halloween.

Individuals, community groups, and businesses wishing to participate or donate to the event can contact Sgt. Gavin Rossner at grossner@pennsaukenpolice.org.

Pennsauken’s Haunted Hayride On October 25

Now featuring a longer route! Pennsauken Township’s annual Haunted Hayride will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.

Sponsored by the Pennsauken Country Club and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department, the Haunted Hayride features ghosts, ghouls, goblins, and the walking dead providing scary fun for the whole family, as guests ride around in a hay wagon pulled by a tractor. It’s a great bargain, as the cost for the Haunted Hayride is just $2.00 per person.

In addition, Pennsauken’s first responders will be handing out Halloween candy to participants.

Please note that line for the haunted hayride closes prior to 9:30 p.m. Based on past attendance, participants are asked to arrive no later than 8:30 p.m. The rain date for the Haunted Hayride is Thursday, Oct. 26, at the same location and time.

Volunteers are once again needed for this year’s Haunted Hayride. Generous students and residents are asked to dress up as zombies and monsters to help provide some scary fun for hayride goers. In addition, community groups and local businesses are invited to create and participate in a scary scene for the event. To sign up as a volunteer, to have your organization participate, or for more information about Pennsauken’s Haunted Hayride, contact Juan Vazquez at jvazquez@pennsauken.gov or (856) 665-1000 x151.

PEA PRIDE Trunk Or Treat

The Pennsauken Education Association’s PRIDE division is presenting a Drive-by, COVID-Friendly Trunk or Treat on Sunday, Oct. 29. From 10:00 a.m. to noon that day, families can drive by the 300 wing parking lot of Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd., to pick up a Halloween treat bag.

Pennsauken PRIDE is an ongoing campaign created to share the education successes of the Pennsauken School District with all Pennsauken residents and build strong community support for and involvement in our great public schools.

Martin Luther Chapel Trunk Or Treat

Martin Luther Chapel is hosting its annual Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Held in the parking lot on Baker Ave., trick or treaters of all ages will enjoy free candy and games. For more information, email mlcemail2019@gmail.com or call (856) 665-0116.

Halloween Events At The Pennsauken Free Public Library

Monster Toy Lab – Saturday, Oct. 21; 2:00 p.m. Enter our library lab and step into the role of Mad Scientist! Just like Dr. Frankenstein, you’ll be able to create your own monster. Take apart old toys and piece together your monster mash-up to create something new! How creepy can your creation get? Join us for this monstrous fun event!

Boo Bash – Sunday, Oct. 29; noon to 2:00 p.m. Join Youth Services for a family-friendly afternoon of Halloween fun. Be sure to wear your costume!