STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From haunted hospital thrills and pumpkin patch fun to fall markets and Pride bowling, this weekend’s lineup is packed with fall festivities and community vibes.
Here’s your guide to what’s happening this weekend on Staten Island.
Multi-day events
Nightmare On Sea View | Oct. 17-18, 6 p.m.-midnight
Experience Staten Island’s newest haunted attraction with live actors, theatrical effects, axe-throwing, music, food and vendors. Held next to the abandoned Sea View Hospital. Tickets are limited to 500 per night.
Cost: $30 (ticket required; time slot selection necessary) (tickets here)
Location: 460W Brielle Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
Pumpkin Picking at Decker Farm| October weekends, noon-5 p.m.
Search the patch for the perfect pumpkin, enjoy a classic hayride with family and friends, and indulge in delicious fall food favorites at New York City’s oldest continuously working family farm. Activities include pumpkin picking (priced by weight), hayrides, pumpkin chucking, fall photo opportunities, pumpkin painting, and seasonal food and treats from vendors.
Cost: Adults (12+): $12, Seniors (65+): $10, HRT Members: $10, Youth (3–11): $8, Children (0–2): Free (tickets here)
Location: Decker Farm, 435 Richmond Hill Road, Staten Island, NY 10314
Spooky Snug Harbor Tours | Dates below
Explore Snug Harbor’s darker history on these nighttime walking tours. Guided by Michael Pelczar, founder of Spooky Staten Island, you’ll learn about murder, mayhem and hauntings while visiting historic sites including Captain Robert Randall’s final resting place and hearing about the mysterious murder of Chaplain Quinn.
Cost: General Admission $25 | Snug Harbor Member $20
Location: Visitor Info Booth at Snug Harbor on Chapel and Gazebo roads, Staten Island, NY 10301
Dates & Times:
Oct. 16, 23, 30: Tours at 8 p.m., 9 p.m.Oct. 17-19, 24-26: Tours at 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
Spooky Snug Harbor Séance | Oct. 17-18, 24-25, 10:30-11:15 p.m.
Explore tools used to contact spirits from other dimensions in this late-night program. Learn about the evolution of the Ouija board from occult tool to pop phenomenon, and discover modern electromagnetic field detectors used in paranormal investigations.
Cost: $15 | Snug Harbor Member $12
Location: Visitor Info Booth at Snug Harbor on Chapel and Gazebo roads, Staten Island, NY 10301
Friday, Oct. 17
Film Screening: The Silence of the Lambs (1991) | 2-4 p.m.
Join a screening of the classic thriller “The Silence of the Lambs” starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins. Refreshments will be provided during the screening. Runtime: 1 hour, 58 minutes. Rated R.
Cost: Free
Location: St. George Library Center, 5 Central Ave., Staten Island, NY 10301
Movies @ The Harbor: Sinners (2025) | 2-4:15 p.m.
Watch “Sinners,” a 2025 film about twin brothers who return to their hometown to start again, only to discover a greater evil waiting for them. Starring Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Saul Williams. Rated R. Snacks and water provided.
Cost: Free
Location: Mariners Harbor Library, 206 South Ave., Staten Island, NY 10303
One Funny Lisa Marie: The “Good For Us” Tour | Doors at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Internet comedy sensation Lisa Marie Riley brings her hilarious live fan event to the stage. Known for her signature hair clip and Brooklyn accent, Lisa will share funny stories, answer audience questions, and meet with VIP ticket holders after the show. Her daily musings on life and parenthood have amassed over 2.7 million views on TikTok and she has more than 500,000 followers across social media.
Cost: $40-$80 (tickets here)
Location: St. George Theatre, 35 Hyatt St., Staten Island, NY 10301
Grand Pepper of Reality Presents: Jam with the Band | 8-11 p.m.
Join “Grand Pepper of Reality” and “Therina Bella” for a night of live original music, followed by an open mic session. The event features an experimental “Elektromotif Improv Poetry Session” where poets can perform with the band. Musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments, as a full backline is provided including drum kit, Fender amp for guitar, bass amp, and full PA system with mics and monitors. Poets are also welcome to participate.
Cost: $10 at the door
Location: Hub 1773 Wave St., Staten Island, NY 10304
Saturday, Oct. 18
Plant ID Hike and Removal | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Learn about the native and non-native flora of Allison Pond Park while helping to remove undesirable plants and vines. This hands-on event will help free native plant life to grow to their full potential. All tools and materials will be provided by the NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers.
Cost: Free
Location: Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue in Allison Pond Park, Staten Island, NY 10301
The Neighbors Market | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
This bi-annual pop-up market focuses on addressing food insecurity in Staten Island neighborhoods. The event will feature fresh, culturally-diverse produce sold on a sliding scale ($0-$10), free meal kits for the first 25 registered families, cooking demonstrations, gardening activities, arts and crafts for kids, and community organization booths. This year’s market is focused on transforming Hill Street Garden into a community-owned resource.
Cost: Free (register here)
Location: Hill Street Garden, 50 Hill St., Staten Island, NY 10304
Old Home Day | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrate Staten Island’s cultural heritage with historic trade demos, live music, fresh bread and cider, Native Encampment programs, and hands-on crafts at Historic Richmond Town’s annual living history festival.
Cost: Free (register here)
Location: Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Ave., Staten Island, NY 10306
Front Five Walking Tour: Open House New York Weekend | noon-2 p.m.
Celebrate the NYC Landmark Preservation Law’s 60th anniversary with a special walking tour of Snug Harbor’s Front Five (also known as Colonnade Row – Buildings A, B, C, D, E), which were Staten Island’s first landmark designated buildings in 1965. John Kilcullen, vice president of the Preservation League of Staten Island, will lead participants through these architectural marvels, sharing their wonderful history and significance.
Cost: Free with museum admission (register here)
Location: Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
South Shore Artists Group Presents FRIENDS Furry, Feathered and Finned | noon-3 p.m.
Visit this temporary art exhibit featuring works from the Staten Island South Shore Artists Group. The exhibition showcases artwork inspired by animals in various forms—furry, feathered, and finned—in the historic H.H. Biddle House.
Cost: Free
Location: H.H. Biddle House in Conference House Park, 70 Satterlee St., Staten Island, NY 10307
Not So Scary Family/Sensory Friendly Haunted House | noon–4 p.m.
Enjoy a sensory-friendly Halloween experience designed for all abilities, with a walk-through maze free of strobe lights, loud sounds, and scary effects. Includes a free Trunk or Treat in the parking lot.
Cost: $25 (tickets here)
Location: 460W Brielle Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
Healthy Path Foundation Fall Festival | noon–5 p.m.
Enjoy a day of family fun with local vendors, kids’ activities and wellness education focused on nutrition, movement, community and purpose.
Cost: Free ($10 suggested donation)
Location: South Meadow at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
Saturday Movie Matinee: Beetlejuice | 1-3 p.m.
Get into the Halloween spirit with a screening of the classic film “Beetlejuice.” This beloved Tim Burton comedy-horror film is perfect for the season. Snacks and drinks will be available during the screening. For ages 13 and up.
Cost: Free
Location: Huguenot Park Library, 830 Huguenot Ave., Staten Island, NY 10312
Staten Island Fall Market and Halal Food Fest | 1–7 p.m.
Celebrate the season with live music, pumpkin painting, a Kids Corner, and 80+ vendors offering food, crafts, games and fall-themed fun at Nansen Park.
Cost: $5 general, $3 kids (tickets here)
Location: Nansen Lodge Social Club Inc., 3465 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10314
Cottage Row Curiosities | 2-7 p.m.
Shop from over 50 Staten Island vendors at this community artisan market featuring music, entertainment and food.
Cost: Free
Location: Cottage Row at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
Pride Bowling (For All Ages) | 5-7 p.m.
Enjoy a fun evening of bowling with friends and community members! A portion of the proceeds benefits the Pride Center of Staten Island.
Cost: $20 (includes two games, shoe rental, pizza, and soda) (tickets here)
Location: Rab’s Country Lanes, 1600 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305
Sunday, Oct. 19
Sea Shanty Sessions | 2 p.m.
Sing along to traditional maritime songs in a historic Greek Revival building once home to sailors. Led by the Folk Music Society of New York, these family-friendly sessions are free and open to all.
Cost: Free
Location: The Noble Maritime Collection, Building D, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
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