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Halloween Trail and Off the Trail but Worth the  Trip

Halloween is Saturday, 10/31

By Beth David, Editor

Welcome to our 21st annual Halloween Trail. 

Most are drive/walk by or wander around this year. But a couple are still sending you through the gauntlet of horror, twisting around the yards, with who-knows-what jumping out to scare the bejeebers out of you. Don’t be surprised, though, if a few others do the same…unannounced.

See “Off the Trail but still worth the trip” on page 18 for other events like the Horribles Parade THIS Sat.

Please be respectful when you visit and are wandering around the yards. Remember that these are people’s private yards. Don’t touch, try not to get too scared. Feel free to scream. 

Let us begin…in Fairhaven

1: Oliver Street

We don’t have an exact address foryou this year on Oliver Street, but we have it on good authority that there are still a couple of haunts worth your trouble. 

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Head to the center of town, where we KNOW there are other places that are spooky. It’s a veritable Little Salem out there on Halloween night, with all kinds of ghouls and goblins running around. Be sure to go by on the Big Night to see special things that are only put out on that one night. Many are decorated already, but be sure to go at night because the lights are spine tingling. 

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2: 6 William Street

This omi­nous looking house is lit up with a different color depending on the night, starting at dusk from now until Halloween. And you’ll have to gather up your courage to walk through this yard for sure. When you get to the porch, you’ll be diabolically surprised. What’s that in the window you ask? Go see for yourself if you dare! House is lit up nightly and is deco­rated. Candy on Halloween only. Submitted photo.

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3: 127 Laurel Street.

You’re now getting to the heart of the center and the heart of the real Halloween­town, where you might encounter some very fine spooks. If you have the courage to go up those stairs you will definitely earn your treat! Lights are on from dusk to around 9 p.m. Sub­mitted photo.

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4: 66 Pleasant Street.

This is just a sampling of what you’ll get on Pleasant Street, but…but.. but…this is 66!

There are many others on and around the street, so take your time, ride up and down all these streets in the center of town.  Submitted photo.

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5: ALL of Green Street.

Oh, and don’t forget Green Street, too. That corner by the UU church is bound to be populated by creatures you’ve never encountered before. Many are decorated now and especially this weekend. It’s like Salem in Hocus Pocus (minus the broom stealing)!

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6: Haunted Cathedral

Corner of Green & Center Members and friends of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven invite costumed kids to come by for treats and spooky fun Halloween evening on 10/31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., or until the candy runs out.

Visit our (not too scary!) Haunted Cathedral and collect some goodies at the corner of Green and Center streets, a traditional hot spot for trick-or-treating. There may be some Instagrammable photo ops!

The event will be canceled in case of rain.

Worship service is at 10 a.m. Sundays at the 102 Green St. church. All are welcome. For more information, call (508) 992-7081 or visit uufairhaven.org  

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7: 86 Church Street/Bellamy’s Pirate Cove

 

The witches are still gathering at 86 Church Street, teaming up with the ghosts of Bellamy’s Pirate Cove to give you a spine tingling ex­perience this spooky season. 

Open nightly, and Halloween night from dusk to 10 p.m. We will be giving out pirate flags and candy. Be prepared for anything! Submitted photo

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Now head back north on one of the main drags (Green, Pleasant, Adams) and pop up Washington Street to Sconticut Neck Road. I didn’t hear from John and Timothy Streets, but I’m guessing they are worth the ride, if past years are any indication. Then back up to Sconticut Neck Road to…

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8: 62 Hacker Street

It’s the witches in charge of the front yard this year, but they are not alone! We’ve got some creatively creepy minds, or, maybe creepily creative minds. Either way… swing by any night from now until Halloween after 6:30 p.m. when the lights are on. Submitted photo.

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9: West Island

Now, head to West Island, south along Sconticut Neck road. We have it on great authority that there are more than a few yards on the way that will also welcome you, so pay attention.

When you get to the island, just cruise around. You’ll find lots of fun and scary places to visit, including…

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10 164 Dogwood St.

The Creepy Tiki bar, complete with creepy tiki patrons, is set up at 164 Dogwood, but…I wouldn’t try that brew if I were you. 

Lit up every night, treats on Halloween.

Photo by Beth David. 

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Acushnet

Now we’re heading north to Acushnet for two stops officially on the trail, but we KNOW there are more. Keep your eyes open.

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11: 11 Mon­mouth Avenue/Amygdala (Feel the Fear) Haunt.

The spirits shall rise! Head to Middle Road and then to Mon­mouth, just a few blocks after the police station, so you can be greeted by all manor of lovely ladies and fine gentlemen [ahem]. See spooky lights and more…walk around! You will see our bright neon signs at the end of our street! Come by On Halloween! Candy and candy bags will be handed out and all monsters will be out!  Open from 5–10 p.m. and on Halloween open until…whenever. Submitted photo.

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12: 18 Village Ave.

Now you turn around and head back to Main Street to 18 Village Ave. This drive-by is lit up at dusk until mid­night. Feel free to take pictures from a safe distance.

On Halloween, walk up for a treat handed out by the guardians of the grave­yard, if you dare to approach them! Submitted photo. 

 Dartmouth

Head west young brave hearts to Dartmouth, where we have one address, but here are others, we are sure!

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13: Stonewall Manor at 10 Stonewall Drive

The 2026 edition of Stonewall Manor is fully up and running. Lit nightly (weather per­itting) until 11:00 PM through Halloween. Beware the flying ghost! Submitted photo.

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New Bedford

And last, but definitely not least, our New Bedford stop. In the Sassaquin area of the city, so you KNOW there are more spooks out there. 

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14: 991 Crescent St.

Ooo…it looks like the whole street is being terrorized here. The yard will come alive on October 23, 24 and 31, 6-9 p.m. We support our Charity, “Handle with G Love” collecting winter wear for kids, coats, hats, gloves, scarves and more. Come for the scares, support our kids.. Submitted photo. 

???Mattapoisett???

Now we’re heading deep into the dark. We have no confirmed addresses this year, but, well…if you grew up around here, you KNOW Wolf Island Road is haunted. Just drive by.

Off the trail but worth the trip

There are plenty of other haunted happenings besides the Halloween Trail (see page 12). Here’s a list of the ones we know about. I’m betting there are more. So…have fun…be scared!

Spookfest: House of Hollows

A night of Halloween fun for the whole community! 10/23 6–8 p.m. at Fairhaven Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven.

We’re transforming the Recreation Center for a festive, family-friendly evening! Highlights include costume contest, crafts with Eco Kids Learning Center, our Pumpkin Parlor featuring pumpkins decorated by town departments and patrons attending the event, and food available for purchase from Travelers on Tour. Our staff has put a lot of heart and creativity into bringing Haunted Hallows to life, and we can’t wait to welcome families.

This is a FREE event and OPEN TO EVERYONE!! Enjoy: Costume Contest, Arts & Crafts,Treat and Special Guest Judges. Plenty of Halloween fun for all ages Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready for an evening of spooky fun at the House of Hollows! Don’t forget our Pumpkin decorating contest happening that night also! Carved, decorated—whatever you wish. FREE ADMISSION — EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Halloween Horribles Parade And Harvest Fair

Bring the whole family and celebrate fall with us at the North Fairhaven Open Air Market Fall Fest at Livesey Park in Fairhaven, corner of Glenhaven and Parker, on Sat., 10/24, noon to 5 p.m. 

Enjoy pumpkin painting, a bounce house, local vendors, music, delicious food, costumes, and plenty of family fun. Free to attend. Costumes are encouraged! Bring the kids, invite your family and friends, and join us for a fun fall day together! We’ll end the celebration with the Halloween Horribles Costume Parade at 5 PM!

First, second, third prizes for Most Horrible, Most Original, Most Beautiful in age groups: toddler to 4, 5–8, 9–12, 13–16, adults. 

Treat bags will be handed out and free hot chocolate. 

Haunted Town Hall

Join us for Fairhaven TV’s 9th Annual Haunted Halloween Party!

A FREE event for kids of all ages, our Open House and Halloween Party has quickly become Fairhaven’s most anticipated spooky event of the year, and we are thrilled to offer it up once again in 2026!

Friday, 10/30, 5–8 p.m., at Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center St., with pre-event block party 4–5 p.m.

Featuring Spooky TV Studio, big screen movies, magic show, trick or teat tables, all ages costume contest, arts & crafts room. 

For updates, find us on Facebook or visit https://www.fairhaventv.com/hauntedhalloweenparty

Acushnet Halloween Parade

Join us on Sat., 10/31, beginning at 6 p.m. for the annual Halloween Parade. Starting at the Acushnet Fire Station #1, 24 Russell St./Parting Ways. 

Ends at the Fire Station where the Fire Department will be distributing all kinds of fun treats.  

Halloween Parade at MAC

The Marion Art Center’s annual Halloween Parade returns on Sat., 10/31. Our witches and warlocks have been brewing up plans for their parade around town. Costumed characters of all ages are invited to join in for this fun family event! 

Participants should meet in front of the Marion Music Hall (we’ll line up on Cottage Street) at 4:00pm. Join the parade of witches and princesses, goblins and ghouls, wild animals, and spooky spirits. The parade route will head south on Front Street, up Main Street, north onto Spring Street and back down Cottage to the Music Hall, where the witches of the MAC will hand out candy to all.  

Don’t forget to pop by the Music Hall at the end of the parade route for your treat bags, made with love by the good witches of the MAC!Goodie bags are available for those with allergies or food sensitivity – just ask for a Teal Pumpkin goodie bag.  

The MAC will be accepting candy donations from now through October 30. More information can be found at marionartcenter.org/events.  

Boo at the Zoo

Now in its 25th year, “Boo at the Zoo” is here to fulfill all your autumnal and mildly eerie Halloween desires. With campus-wide daylight trick-or-treating, you have a total of six delightful days to relish in the Boo at the Zoo experience this season.

At the Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St., New Bedford; 508-991-4556

Visit https://www.bpzoo.org/whats-new/boo-at-the-zoo/

Halloween at the Handy House

10:00AM -2:00PM, Sat., 10/24, at The Handy House, 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport 

Magical and spooky family fun! Come in costume! 

Make a wand, create your own potion, and save the Handy House from the evil witch! Rain or shine. 

Suggested donation $5 per family. 

And don’t miss the Handy House Halloween Trail, open every day dawn to dusk during the month of October. 

Salem, Mass.

Salem Mass. is home to the largest celebration of Halloween in the world! Salem is excited to welcome more than a million visitors to the parties, parades, vendor fairs, walking tours, museums, attractions, and special events. Plan ahead, put on your costume, and join us for a month that is steeped in history, haunts, and a bit of magic.

Visit https://www.hauntedhappenings.org.

The MBTA will run extra trains, visit mbta.com.

And the City offers free shuttles from parking.  Visit https://www.hauntedhappenings.org/maps-info/parking-shuttle-information/

Pumpkin Trail

Night of a Thousand Faces — October 23 & 24 6:30-8pm

Our trails are getting spooky! Night of a Thousand Faces is back for its 26th year .

Join us for a nighttime adventure filled with 2000 pumpkins carved, fun decorations and plenty of Halloween surprises! 

Join New England Wildlife Centers, 500 Columbian St., Weymouth, MA, for a hauntingly good time! Our nature trails will come alive with over 1,000 lit up pumpkins, each carved into masterpieces. Along with tasty treats, hospital tours, and animal presentations. This is an event you won’t want to miss.

Admissionu $10.

Get tickets at https://tinyurl.com/msnm3zwj

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