Halloween is just around the corner, and families in Ravena, Coeymans and Selkirk have plenty of ways to celebrate! Here are five local events to add to your October calendar.
1. Horror in the Hollow: Haunted Hayride
Saturday, October 17 | 5–10 PM
Location: Joralemon Park, 148 Starr Road, Ravena, NY 12143
Get ready for a spooky night at Joralemon Park! Presented by the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Department, Horror in the Hollow features a haunted hayride and plenty of additional activities for the whole family.
Not a fan of scary surprises? A non-scary hayride will also be available, making this event an option for younger visitors who want to join in on the fun.
Here’s what else you can look forward to:
- Haunted and non-scary hayrides
- Food for sale by the Cornell Hook and Ladder Fire Company of New Baltimore
- DJ music by K2 Entertainment
- Bake sale hosted by the Coeymans Hollow United Methodist Church
- Dancing witches from The Hilltown Hags
- Bounce house
- Raffles and more!
Good to know: Online ticket sales close at 4 PM on the day of the event. Discounted tickets are available online only, while tickets at the door will be available until 9:30 PM. Hayrides will continue until everyone has had a turn.
Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The rain date is October 24, with refunds available if the event is canceled.
Best of all, proceeds benefit local volunteer firefighters, so your family’s Halloween fun also supports the community.
2. Family Dollar Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 24 | 6–8 PM
Location: Family Dollar, 2436 Route 9W, Ravena, NY
Grab those costumes and candy bags! Family Dollar is hosting a trunk-or-treat event in Ravena, bringing families together for an evening of Halloween fun.
Expect a visit from DJ Chief the Bear, who will be haunting the site, along with family-friendly activities and opportunities to enjoy the Halloween spirit close to home.
It’s a chance for little ones to show off their costumes, enjoy a community gathering, and get into the Halloween spirit before the big day arrives.
3. Village of Ravena Halloween Decorating Contest
Judging: Saturday, October 24
Winners announced: Thursday, November 12, at the Village Board meeting
Do you go all out decorating your home for Halloween? The Village of Ravena is giving residents a chance to show off their spooky creativity with a Halloween decorating contest!
Whether your style is cute and festive, creepy and haunted, or somewhere in between, this is an opportunity to bring some Halloween magic to your neighborhood.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners.
Even if you’re not entering, take a drive or walk around the village to see what your neighbors have come up with. It could be the perfect excuse to enjoy some local Halloween decorations with the family.
4. Ravena Fire Department Halloween Parade
Saturday, October 31 | Lineup at 3 PM, parade starts at 3:30 PM
Location: Lineup at Village Hall, Ravena
Celebrate Halloween afternoon with the Ravena Fire Department’s annual Halloween parade!
Families are invited to dress up, gather together, and enjoy a community Halloween tradition. Registration is suggested, so plan ahead if you’d like to participate.
After the parade, stick around for dinner! For $5, attendees can enjoy a hamburger or hot dog, soda, and a snack.
Everyone is welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
It’s a fun way to spend Halloween afternoon with neighbors and friends before heading out for the evening’s trick-or-treating festivities.
5. PBC PTO Halloween Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 30 | 6–7 PM
Location: Pieter B. Coeymans Elementary School
Families looking for another opportunity to celebrate before Halloween can head to Pieter B. Coeymans Elementary School for the PBC PTO’s Halloween Trunk or Treat!
Taking place the evening before Halloween, this event is a great opportunity for kids to dress up, enjoy some seasonal fun, and celebrate with their school community.
Mark your calendar, get those costumes ready, and make plans to join the fun!
Make the Most of Halloween in RCS
One of the best parts of Halloween in the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk area is the chance to celebrate close to home while supporting the organizations, volunteers, and neighbors who make our community special.
Have another local Halloween event we should know about? Share it with us so more RCS families can join the fun!
Author: Jordon Egelston
I’m passionate about everything RCS has to offer! As a member of the RCS Community Board of Directors and the founder of Uniquely Jordon Media, I specialize in social media management and branding tailored for rural businesses. When I’m not working, you’ll find me embracing life as a mom, drinking cold brew coffee, crafting, and hunting for vintage treasures.
