3 Things To Do For Halloween In And Around Howell

HOWELL, NJ - The pandemic might’ve claimed several parades and other festivities this spooky season, but there are still some activities in Holmdel and Hazlet to enjoy for Halloween.

Although the Howell Police Athletic League has officially cancelled the annual trunk-or-treat event, you can find several alternative activities below:

Trick-or-Treat

The New Jersey Department of Health issued guidance with the following recommendations:

• Effective face coverings: Trick-or-treaters and families passing out treats should wear masks. Costume masks are not an acceptable substitute for cloth or disposable masks.
• Social distancing: Trick-or-treaters should limit their groups to household members and maintain social distancing between others.
• Be healthy: Nobody should participate in these activities if they have been exposed to COVID-19, are sick or symptomatic, or have not yet completed isolation after a COVID-19 diagnosis.
• Limit shared contact: Arrange individually packaged candy so that trick-or-treaters can grab and go outside without touching a shared bowl.

Pumpkin Picking

Pumpkin-picking will be available through October at Battleview Orchards in Freehold, just a 15-minute drive away. Other offerings include a general store, cider donuts and weekend hayrides. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Senior discounts offered on Mondays and Thursdays. Find the pick-your-own calendar here. For more information, visit battlevieworchards.com.

Halloween At Allaire

The Historic Village At Allaire located in Wall Township will be featuring a children's costume parade, scavenger hunt and spooky storytelling on Oct. 31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Other festivities include a pet costume parade, fortunetelling, and historic demonstrations. For more information, click here.

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