Halloween Events
Haunted House
The Merchantville School District hosts its annual Haunted House on Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at Merchantville School, 130 S. Centre St. The spooky fun runs from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is just $5 for adults, $3 for children; concessions are also available for purchase. For more info, call (856) 663-1091.
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Bobby Ray’s Pennsauken Tavern, 6324 Westfield Ave., holds its second annual pumpkin carving contest on Friday, Oct. 23 at 7:00 p.m. The $10 entrance fee gets you a Pumpkin to carve, a beer to drink (keep the glass) and buffet to eat. There will be prizes and giveaway throughout the event, including a $100 first prize! For more info, visit Bobby Ray’s Pennsauken Tavern on Facebook.
Halloween For The Kids At Griffith Morgan House
Halloween comes to old Griffith Morgan House in a big way! On Sunday, Oct. 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., crafts and spooky lore of the season will join with tasty treats and a visit from our special guest, the Jersey Devil, for an eerie day of historic fun! Pumpkins to decorate, legends to tell and an old house to explore! What could be better? Admission, tours and parking are free. Some activities may charge a nominal fee to help defray the cost.
Breathe Deep South Jersey
The Breathe Deep South Jersey is a 3.8 mile walk and fun run held Saturday, Oct. 31 at Jack Curtis Stadium at Cooper River Park, Park Dr. and McClellan Ave., Pennsauken. This event will take place rain or shine. Wear your Halloween costume in spirit of our trick or treat walk! Check-in/registration and Halloween-themed activities begin at 9:00 a.m. For more information or to volunteer, e-mail southjersey@LUNGevity.org.
Connie Mac’s Halloween Party
Connie Mac’s Irish Pub, 8000 S. Crescent Blvd., is holding a Halloween Bash featuring guest band, Drinkin Outta Cups, on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Prizes will be given out for best costume and drink specials will be available. Bring your pumpkin! For more info, call (856) 910-1255.
