Halloween Events
Summit Department of Community Programs
The Haunted Hike will take place on Saturday, October 7, at Martin’s Brook Park located on Butler Parkway. A less-scary hike for younger children will take place from 6PM to 7 p.m. The “super scary” hike will take place from 7to 8 p.m. and feature spooky characters jumping out along the trail. Adult supervision is required for any child in fourth grade or younger. There is a suggested $5 donation at entry. More information is available atsummitcommunityprograms.com/430/Haunted-Hike.
Scream on the Green will be held on Saturday, October 21, on the Village Green, located at 356 Broad Street in Summit. The featured movie will be Hocus Pocus 2. A family dance party will begin at 6 p.m. and the movie will be shown at dusk. Attendees can enjoy bonfires and s’mores and are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs as no seating is provided for the movie. The rain date for this event is Friday, October 27. More information is available at summitcommunityprograms.com/335/Scream-on-the-Green-Halloween.
The Summit Police Athletic League and Department of Community Programs are hosting the annual Halloween parade on Saturday, October 28, from 3 to 5 p.m. Participants are asked to line up at 25 Deforest Ave. at 2:45 p.m. to march to the Village Green at 3 p.m. and arrive at the Village Green. Attendees can enjoy music, entertainment, and snacks on the Village Green from 3 p.m. Individuals will be invited to walk across the main stage for the costume contest. The winners will be announced at 4:15 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place in the following categories: Most 2023 Relevant, Scariest, Cutest, Best Group, Most Original, Mayor’s Choice, and Best Overall. Music and entertainment will continue until 5PM. More information is available at summitcommunityprograms.com/288/Halloween-Parade.
For more information on these events, please contact the Department of Community Programs at 908-277-2932 or visitsummitcommunityprograms.com.
