7 Halloween Parades and Events in South Jersey (2023)

As the leaves change colors and the air turns crisp, Halloween season is upon us once again. South Jersey offers a plethora of thrilling and family-friendly events to celebrate this spooky holiday. From parades to haunted houses, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

In this article, we'll explore seven Halloween parades and events in South Jersey that are sure to get you into the spirit of the season.

1. Ocean City Boardwalk "Howl-o-Ween" Parade

Date: Saturday & Sunday, October 21st & 22nd from 9am - 5pm

Website: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=717653927063532&set=a.607187038110222&type=3 

The third annual Howl-O-Ween Parade and Dog Day will invite dogs and their owners to enjoy a day of fun on the Boardwalk on Saturday, Oct. 21, and this year the event will be expanded to allow dogs again on Sunday, Oct. 22.

2. 76th Annual Medford Halloween Parade

Date: October 28, 2023 from 7pm - 11pm

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1303730853591015/ 

For a truly fun and haunting experience for the whole family, check out Medford, NJ's 76th Annual Halloween Parade along Main Street!

Parade! Costumes! Candy! Floats! Music! Food! Fun!

3. Cape May Halloween Parade

Date: Sunday, October 22nd at 3pm

Website: https://www.capemaycity.com/departments/Recreation/halloween-parade 

Cape May’s Annual Halloween Parade is scheduled for Sunday, October 22, 2023, beginning at 3 PM. The parade route begins at Perry Street and Carpenters Lane, proceeds down Carpenters Lane to Ocean Street, travels down Washington Street and ends at the Emlen Physick Estate located at 1048 Washington Street. 

4. Atlantic City Happy Hour Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl

Date: Saturday, October 21st from 5pm - 11pm

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-city-happy-hour-halloween-weekend-bar-crawl-tickets-560060174057 

Join the party October 21st, 2023, when we turn the streets of Atlantic City into the haunted trails. This is our annual Atlantic City Halloween weekend Hangover Bar Crawl. We want to Bar Crawl Atlantic City with all your freaky ghouls and gals on this Halloween extravaganza. Be sure to come dressed sexy and spooky for the Atlantic City Bar Crawl spooky prize! We can't wait to party the Halloween night away on this creepy Atlantic City Bar Crawl with you!

5. Monroe Township Halloween Parade

Date: Saturday, October 21st from 7pm - 8pm

Website: https://www.jerseyfamilyfun.com/event/monroe-township-halloween-parade/ 

Come join for a fun, family evening at the annual Halloween Parade! The Halloween Parade starts at CVS on Main Street.

6. Voorhees Township Halloween & Fall Festival

Date: Saturday, October 28th at 1pm

Website: https://www.voorheestowncenter.com/event/Voorhees-Township-Halloweeen-and-Fall-Festival/2145576624/ 

Voorhees Township’s Annual Halloween and Fall Festival on Saturday, October 28, 2023, located at 2400 Voorhees Town Center, Voorhees, NJ 0843, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This is a family-friendly event that boasts free admission and parking. There will be a DJ, Voorhees Business Associations pumpkin patch, a teal pumpkin table, Voorhees Art Commission pumpkin decorating station, bounce houses, craft, and food vendors, and much more.

7. Annual Main Street Halloween Parade in Williamstown (at 13th Child's Brewery)

Date: Saturday, October 21st from 4pm - 9pm

Website: https://www.13thchildbrewery.com/events/2023/10/21/2023-annual-main-street-halloween-parade 

Main Street, in downtown Williamstown is the home to an annual tradition where locals congregate to celebrate Halloween in true small town fashion. Our brewery is at the heart of the parade route and the beer garden is by far one of the best places to join the celebration. Come out for one of the biggest parties of the year and enjoy that hometown feeling as our community celebrates Halloween. 

South Jersey embraces the Halloween spirit with a variety of parades and events for all ages. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly celebration or a bone-chilling fright fest, these eight Halloween events will not disappoint. So grab your costume, gather your loved ones, and get ready for a memorable Halloween season!