Halloween in New York City
Photo uploaded by Teo
New York City is famous for large scale celebrations (think: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade or New Year’s in Times Square), and Halloween is no exception. Here are a few ways to enjoy this haunted holiday:
Madame Tussauds New York hosts several Halloween-themed events this October. Now until Halloween, the wax museum offers a Haunted Scavenger and Chamber of Horrors LIVE. At 7 pm nightly, visitors can also experience Spirits LIVE, and on October 27 from noon to 4 pm, little ghosts and goblins can compete in a costume contest, enjoy live shows, and more at the Halloween Family Bash.
Ripley’s Believe it or Not! features a variety of oddities and artifacts, including 24 shrunken heads (more than in the American Museum of Natural History), a section of the Berlin Wall, and a life-sized albino giraffe. Ripley’s “odditorium” is sure to shock and delight visitors of all ages!
Broadway’s Hilton Theatre is home to the new Mel Brooks musical, Young Frankenstein, a colorful retelling of the Frankenstein legend in which a young brain surgeon is confronted by his family’s dark Transylvanian past. Tickets are available through Applause Tickets and Ticketmaster.
New York’s Village Halloween Parade promises a major Halloween spectacle with over 2 million attendees! In fact, it is the country’s largest public Halloween celebration. This 33 year old New York tradition features live musical performances, a host of unusual costumes, and lots of Halloween spirit!
Planning a trip to New York City? Read about attractions, tours, discounts, and more with the New York City Explorer Pass.