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FEATURED EVENTS

Civil War Living History at Fort Totten

The Bayside Historical Society invites you to join the Company K of the 67th NY Infantry for a Civil War Living History event at Fort Totten. Experience the life of Union soldiers and explore all facets of life in the 1860s. Meet members of the 67th NY and learn about the soldiers they portray: what they thought, how they ate, how they dressed, how they fought, and how they endured through the greatest war in America's history. This event is held at the BHS Castle grounds. Please note there is no rain date for this event. RSVP below.
Dates: 
11/01/2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: 
Fort Totten Pool, Story Road, Bayside, Queens, NY, USA
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Bayville Scream Park Long Island 2026

Bayville Scream Park is New York’s largest haunted house experience—five radically different haunted houses, three secret bars, GellyBall shooting, eateries, axe throwing, mini golf, and more. From the hieroglyphic tombs of Temple of Terror to the pitch-dark halls of Uncle Needle’s Funhouse of Fear, each Halloween event is rebuilt for 2026 with new sets and scares. 1,860+ 5★ reviews from thrill-seekers on Google and Facebook. Are you brave enough for every scream?
Dates: 
10/26/2026
10/27/2026
10/28/2026
Times Vary - See website for full details
Location: 
BAYVILLE SCREAM PARK, 8 Bayville Ave, Bayville, NY 11709, United States
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Halloween on the Farm At Queens County Farm Museum - 2026

Saturday, Oct 31: It’s a monster mash! Wear your costume to the farm for this Halloween spooktacular for kids and their grown-ups. Wander through the historic Adriance Farmhouse for spooky ghost stories, then trick-or-treat at nine candy stations across 47 acres of farmland, where you’ll meet animals and soak in agricultural history. Get lost in the three-acre Amazing Maize Maze, then hop a festive hayride with kid-friendly tunes. Pick the perfect pumpkin at the patch, snap a fall photo, and warm up with cider, donuts, and pies. Grab local bites from food vendors, shop spooky crafts, and take home fresh-picked produce from our Farmstand!
Dates: 
10/31/2026
10am – 5pm
Location: 
Queens County Farm Museum, Little Neck Parkway, Glen Oaks, NY, USA
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Día de los Muertos - New York Botanical Garden

October 3 - Nov 2, 2026 - With vibrant marigold blooms and a colorful community ofrenda, the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos come to the garden for a celebration of memory, life, and renewal—new this year at NYBG. Friendly spirit guides lead the way to joyful encounters with artfully arranged calaveras and a larger-than-life Catrina adorned with colorful flowers. Celebrate loved ones with music and crafts on weekends, while experiencing joyful moments of reflection among fall’s golden foliage and festive pumpkins. Be sure to join us on Sunday, November 1 at 2 p.m. for the Día de los Muertos parade!
Dates: 
10/27/2026
10/28/2026
10/29/2026
Hours Vary
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, NY, USA
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