Happy Haunts

Treat yourself to these tame Halloween adventures:

Chester County History Center's Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour - select dates in September and October
West Chester wasn't always a fun place to be. In the 1800s West Chester suffered from diseases like cholera, diphtheria, rabies, and smallpox. Locals were struck with fear, especially those with small children. This creepy but educational tour will explore how the diseases impacted families, and how they were able to overcome these troubling times. And Chilling West Chester: A Dark History Walking Tour - select dates October and November. Discover the true stories of West Chester's checkered past full of mischief and mayhem!

Chaddsford Winery Adult Trick or Treats - Saturday & Sundays, October 5 - November 3
Grab your costume and head to Chaddsford Winery for the wildly popular, Adult Trick or Treat. Enjoy trick or treating for wine and seasonal snacks along with winery tours. New this year: They're bringing fearful delights with a Twisted Fairy Tales theme and later, Twilight Tour at 5pm! Costumes are encouraged, and fun is guaranteed. 

Winterthur's A Dickens Halloween, October 19
Gerald Charles Dickens, the actor and great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, returns to Winterthur for performances from two of the author’s most haunting readings, “Sikes and Nancy” and “The Tale of Captain Murderer.” Performances take place at 1:00 and 6:00 pm

The Great Pumpkin Carve - October 19, 20, 21
This widely popular three day event is sure to get you into the Halloween Spirit.  Every year over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists. Thursday watch the gourds turn into jack-o-lanterns by the carvers and then lit. Thursday & Friday they will be list and displayed. All three nights enjoy a 'kid friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music from "Kenny & Friends".  Food, local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.   Dates: Thursday, October 19, 4pm to 9pm Friday, October 20, 4pm to 9pm Saturday, October 21, 3pm to 9pm

Haunted Helicopters at the American Helicopter Museum, October 26
Join the American Helicopter Museum & Education Center for an evening of fun activities on Saturday, October 26, 6-8 p.m. Treats galore, interesting activities, kids' movies, and scary music await visitors during the museum's annual Haunted Helicopters. Come in costume and celebrate Halloween in one of the most unique venues around!

Nemours Halloween Event - October 26
Nemours decks out in silly, spooky decorations at this charming event for the young and young at heart! Enjoy trick-or-treating for prizes, fun activities, a food truck and music. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged.

West Chester Railroad Road Halloween Special - October 26 & 27
Enjoy a family friendly Halloween treat on the tracks of the West Chester Railroad! Dress up in your favorite costume and take a trip through the beautiful Chester Creek Valley in all of its Fall splendor! Children will be given treat bags during the festive ride.

It’s a spooky good time on October 26, as Longwood Gardens closes out the season of Illuminated Fountain Performances with Halloween Magic. Dance along to favorites like Werewolves of London, Ghostbusters and Superstition – it’s going to be a Thriller!  Book accommodations including untimed tickets to Longwood Gardens.