Halloween: Wags to Witches
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Venue: NYC Gov, Van Cortlandt House Museum in Van Cortlandt Park
Price: Free
Category: Parks & Recreation
SAVE THE DATE! Get ready for creepy crafts, face painting, spine-chilling stories and more! Event will be held on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Join us at 3pm for our Third Annual Pup Parade & Canine Costume Contest. Register your pup day-of between 2pm and 2:45pm, or pre-register opening soon. Join the Urban Park Rangers for Nocturnal Creatures and Wildlife Hike leaving the Nature Center at 6pm and returning at 7:30pm. More details here.
About This Event
NYC's streets hold centuries of history waiting to be explored. Halloween: Wags to Witches is your chance to see New York City through fresh eyes, departing from NYC Gov. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this experience gives you access to the stories, hidden spots, and iconic landmarks that make NYC unlike any city on earth. Admission is free — book yours through the NYC Events calendar. SAVE THE DATE! Get ready for creepy crafts, face painting, spine-chilling stories and more! Event will be held on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum. Join us at 3pm for our Third Annual Pup Parade & Canine Costume Contest. Register your pup day-of between 2pm and 2:45pm, or pre-register opening soon. Join the Urban Park Rangers for Nocturnal Creatures and Wildlife Hike leaving the Nature Center at 6pm and returning at 7:30pm. More details here. Planning to make a night of it? Hotels near NYC Gov fill up fast — especially on weekends. Book early to get the best rates within walking distance of the venue.