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Halloween

  • Inside a Five Below store.
    Retail

    WSJ: Philadelphia-Based Value Chain Five Below Expands Assortment with More Items Over $5

    February 11, 2026

    Philadelphia-based Five Below prices are creeping past $5, as the value retailer has recently added more items that surpass that threshold, with some priced at…

  • A big collection of books inside Thrillerdelphia.
    Retail

    Philadelphia’s First Horror Bookstore is Now Open in Manayunk

    November 12, 2025

    Philadelphia now has its first-ever horror-themed bookstore, which fittingly opened its doors this past Halloween, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. Located in Manayunk, Thrillerdelphia…

  • Halloween-inspired drinks and pumpkins
    Food and Drink

    Here Are Two Philadelphia Establishments Where You Can Enjoy Halloween-Inspired Food and Drinks

    October 31, 2025

    Halloween is right around the corner and Philadelphia isn’t without its share of events and parties for people to enjoy, writes Jared Ranahan for Forbes.…

  • Henri David.
    Retail

    Center City Jeweler Henri David Talks Philly Upbringing, Career, and Nearly Six-Decade-Old Halloween Ball

    October 30, 2025

    Center City jeweler Henri David, known for creating pieces worn by Stevie Nicks, Elton John, and several other icons, has hosted a legendary Halloween ball…

  • People in costumes outside Taqueria Amor in Manayunk.
    Food and Drink

    Get Ready For Halloween Fun and Treats At These Philly Bars And Restaurants

    October 29, 2025

    The last week of October is upon us, which means Halloween is just days away. That revelation means that there are several bars throughout the…

  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA in autumn overlooking Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
    Parks and recreation

    Enjoying Fall in the Philly Area

    September 2, 2025

    Autumn is the best time of the year.  That’s, um, not an opinion.  Think about it. It’s cool enough to be outside without insects or…

  • The main lobby of Freedom Village at Brandywine.
    Chester County

    Freedom Village Honors Resident Blanche McKee on Her 100th

    November 7, 2024

    Freedom Village at Brandywine celebrated an incredible milestone for one of its longest-standing residents, Blanche McKee, who turned 100 years old on Halloween. As she…

  • A wrapped Peanut Chews bar on top of several unwrapped bars.
    Food and Drink

    This Northeast Philly-Born Candy is Perfect for Your Halloween Cravings

    November 1, 2024

    Everyone has their favorite Halloween candies, and Pennsylvania area is no stranger in producing candy that is now among the most popular in the nation,…

  • A group of people at Eastern State Penitentiary's haunted attraction, Halloween Nights.
    Philadelphia

    Chilling Thrills Await at These Haunted Attractions in Philadelphia

    October 30, 2024

    We are officially in the spooky season, and these local haunted attractions are perfect for those brave enough to embrace the thrills of Halloween, writes…

  • Art

    Aston Mills Art Exhibit Features Skulls, Bone and Skeleton Art

    October 29, 2024

    Just in time for Halloween comes “Skulls 2024,” a free exhibit at Aston Mills Arts, where visitors can find artwork devoted to skulls, bones and…

  • Tourism

    New Hope Railroad’s New Halloween Attraction Filled with Spooky Fun

    October 29, 2024

    No Hope After Dark, New Hope Railroad’s latest Halloween attraction, is a thrilling roundtrip train ride from New Hope to Lahaska stations, and filled with…

  • Entertainment

    West Chester Native Transforms His House into a Haunted Attraction for Halloween

    October 26, 2024

    Mike Kane is a 40-year-old software engineer, father, and Halloween enthusiast living in West Chester, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  In 2022, Kane…

  • Grumblethorpe at 5267 Germantown Ave. in Germantown.
    Entertainment

    Real Haunted Houses in Philadelphia Likely to Give You Goosebumps

    October 22, 2024

    If you are looking for a spot that will give you goosebumps at Halloween – or any time of the year – these real haunted…

  • Logan In in New Hope.
    Tourism

    New Hope’s Logan Inn Makes List of Top 13 Haunted Hotels in America

    October 2, 2024

    The Logan Inn in New Hope has made the list of the top 13 haunted hotels in America, recently published on the travel blog of…

  • Washington House & Sellersville Theater
    Community

    Experience Sellersville’s Historic 150th Anniversary Celebrations

    March 11, 2024

    In 2024, Sellersville, a cultural town located in Upper Bucks County, is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone: its 150th year of establishment. As…

  • Pasture with fence and bales of hay.
    Family

    Weekend Wanderer: Christmas Decorating, Thwarted

    December 2, 2023

    I didn’t decorate for Halloween.   I’m talking about Christmas today. Really. I am.  But in case you haven’t picked up on it, I don’t know…

  • calico cat in witch hat surrounded by mini white and orange pumpkins cuddling up to gray blanket on gray couch
    Philadelphia Region

    Halloween Cat Safety 101: Expert Advice from a University of Pennsylvania-Educated Veterinarian

    October 31, 2023

    A University of Pennsylvania-educated veterinarian has advice on how to keep your pet cat safe this Halloween, on ModernCat.   Dressing your feline in a…

  • PECO energy vampires
    Utilities

    PECO: With Halloween Right Around the Corner, Be on the Lookout for Energy Vampires Lurking in Your Home

    October 11, 2023

    With scary and spooky creatures roaming the streets this Halloween, remember to always be on the lookout for energy vampires that may be lurking around…

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