From spooktacular scavenger hunts to cool candy crawls, here are some family-friendly Halloween celebrations in the city courtesy of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation.
Friday, October 28Enjoy a fun Halloween celebration at the Sayre Morris Recreation Center at 5835 Spruce Street. See dozens of horses in costumes and trick or treat at the Northwestern Stables at 120 W. Northwestern Avenue. Tickets can be purchasedYou're invited to wear a costume, eat, shop and celebrate Halloween at Campbell Square, located at 2525 E. Allegheny Avenue. Dress up and enjoy kid-friendly activities at Smith Memorial Playground, located at 3500 Reservoir Drive.
Bring a tent and decorate it for a chance to receive a special prize. The event will take place at Scanlon Playground at 1099 E. Tioga Street. Head down to the Bridgesburg Recreation Center at 4625 Richmond Street for a Halloween event featuring prizes, contests and sweet treats. Head down to the Cobbs Creek Recreational Center for Halloween fun with archery, arts and crafts and a scavenger hunt located at 280 Cobbs Creek Parkway.