Save the Dates for a Boo-tiful Halloween

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (October 18, 2026) - Gearing up to celebrate a spooky Halloween in New Brunswick? Get ready for a thrilling array of events happening around the City in the coming weeks.

Here's a sneak peek (more will be coming, so check with us next week):

Oct. 24 - Harvest Festival: Enjoy pony rides, a petting zoo, amusements, a pumpkin patch, food and more during New Brunswick's Harvest Festival at the Youth Sports Complex, 411 Joyce Kilmer Ave. The event is free.

Oct. 24 - Day of the Dead Celebration: The New Brunswick Free Public Library will celebrate Day of the Dead for children in pre-K to 6th grade from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room at the library, 60 Livingston Ave. Register for the event here.

Oct. 25 - Último Domingo: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead): Join the Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St., for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating Día de los Muertos from 1 to 3 p.m.

Oct. 27 - Spooky Stories: Grades K-6 children are invited to the New Brunswick Free Public Library, 60 Livingston Ave., at 4 p.m., as Fresh Theatre Arts leads an engaging story time with the kiddies, helping to act out the story. Register for the event here.

Oct. 30 - Trunk or Treat (Unity Square): Game time, folks. Unity Square is holding its annual Trunk or Treat event from 4 to 6 p.m. at Unity Square, 81 Remsen Ave. C'mon out for some treats and maybe a trick.

Oct. 31 - Trick-or-Treating at The Yard: The Yard at College Avenue, 40 College Ave., invites the community to visit participating retailers throughout The Yard starting at 3 p.m. to collect Halloween goodies and treats. Each retailer will have candy and festive surprises available, making it a fun way to celebrate Halloween and enjoy everything The Yard has to offer.