As we get older, it can seem like so much of Halloween revolves around kiddie costume parades and buying a gigantic bag of candy for all three trick-or-treaters who roll up to your door. And hey, there’s nothing wrong with either (especially because you can enjoy that candy until New Year’s Eve).
But Halloween is not just for kids. That’s a trick. Around the South Fork, there are plenty of organizations, bars and restaurants with plenty of treats up their sleeves and not just the R-rated, gives-you-nightmares-for-weeks variety (though that’s an option). G- and PG-rated Halloween fun is also “in the bag” — think puppies and Zumba.
In other words, the South Fork’s Halloween offerings for adults are like a gigantic bowl of candy left on a front porch: There’s something for every taste. Or, you can be that person and take (in) pretty much everything. From Riverhead to Montauk, here’s how and where to celebrate Halloween,
Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main Street, Amagansett, 631-267-3117
Stephen Talkhouse is full of scary-good surprises — Paul McCartney and Keifer Sutherland have given impromptu performances over the years. But on Saturday, Oct. 31, a familiar face in NYC-based band Hello Brooklyn! will once again take the stage to perform cover songs spanning pop to alternative rock and maybe some pop-punk in between. It should be a thriller, and it begins at 10 p.m. $30 per person. Advance tickets available.
Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-2830-967
Make some good mischief on Friday, Oct. 30 at 7 p.m., when the Southampton Arts Center hosts a Halloween Silent Disco. Attendees can add a three-channel LED-style headphone set by Quiet Events if they want to dance to the music in their heads during the disco. Costumes are so encouraged, and there will be prizes for separate Most Creative Adult and Kid Costumes. $20 general admission ($15 for SAC members, $5 for children ages 12 and under), $25 on-site admission. Advanced tickets available.
The Suffolk, 118 East Main Street, Riverhead, 631-727-4343
It’s a late-night, double-feature picture show on Saturday, Oct. 31— or, more accurately, two showings of Rocky Horror Picture Show (8 p.m. and midnight on Halloween). Tim Curry lives on as the original Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Get into the spooky spirit with prop bags, specialty cocktails, a costume contest and a special themed menu. A shadow cast will also be present. During the cult-favorite flick, you’ll also be able to watch the Zen Productions shadow cast do more than go through the motions. Doors open one hour before the show. $35 ($45 with prop bag). Advance tickets available.
Zumba, 295 Montauk Highway, Speonk, 631-801-6262
This one is sugar and spice, the organizers are being so nice that Cheryl and Kinga will put it on twice. Shake your bootie to a mix of Halloween jams Thursday, Oct. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. or Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. You’ll have a frightening amount of fun feeling the burn through exercises focusing on heart-thumping cardio and body toning, helping you look and feel your best without a mask. Spots book up scary-fast for limited space. $10 per class, $35 for unlimited monthly pass. Advance reservations available by calling 631-801-6262.
Solé East Resort, 90 Second House Road, Montauk, 631-668-2105
Say The End to the 2026 season at Solé East in true Halloween Fashion. On Saturday, Oct. 31, enjoy free bar food (not a trick, just a treat), drink specials and a live DJ. Put on your dancing shoes and costumes. The best costumes will win prizes, with the No. 1 winner netting the ultimate grand prize: A weekend stay at Solé East. Solé East will also offer everyone special weekend room rates. Admission to the party is free.
SPOOKY-PALOOZA, The Church, Sag Harbor Cinema and Bay Street Theater
Some people team up for group costumes. The Church, Sag Harbor Cinema and Bay Street Theater are joining forces like The Jedi Coalition for a third annual Spooky-Palooza. Kick off the weekend by putting on your dancing shoes for The Church’s dance party and costume contest on Friday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, Sag Harbor Cinema and Bay Street Theater will offer showings of James Whale’s 1931 Frankenstein (Sag Harbor Cinema), Rocky Horror Picture Show (Bay Street Theater) and other thrilling classics. The Church helps to bookend the weekend with a for-all-ages Fall Fun Creativity Lab. Ticket prices and times vary. See the event page for details.
Union, 256 Elm St., Southampton, 631-287-1400
On Saturday, Oct. 31, head to the recent re-launch of Union (formerly Union Burger Bar, now in the location of Southampton Social Club) for “Nightmare on Elm Street” (how could they not name it that?!). This Halloween costume party has a pretty fun theme: Dress like a song! Interpret that as you will (“Espresso”? “Cake By the Ocean”? “Stairway to Heaven”? This really could be a lot of fun…), and the best costume wins 500 bucks. Now that’s treat. Head to Union for a night of live music by Cat and food and drink specials starting at 5:30 p.m.
The Corner, 1 Main St., Sag Harbor
No, The Corner is not open … yet, but! Local restaurateur who knows a thing or two about showing people a good time, Jesse Matsuoka, has lassoed the old pub for one night of Halloween shenanigans. Dubbed the “Avengers Doomsday Halloween Party,” you can bet that dressing as an Avenger at this costume-must bash will put you in the running for a piece of the $1,500 in cash prizes (as will the scariest costume and sexiest costume — just keep it legal, kids). Tickets are $75 and include food (Ant Man’s meatballs, Hulk’s guacamole, and other on-point noshes) and one beverage (fancy a Doctor Strane’s Spellbound Sour, perhaps?) , although there will be a cash bar for more clinking. Happy Coffee is bringing collectible Avenger coffee cans along, too (limited supply, so get there early). The event goes from 6 to 10 p.m. A few tickets will be available the night of, but we suggest you click here to get yours in advance.
Guild Hall, 158 Main St., East. Hampton, 631-324-0806
Leave it to Guild Hall to bring the performative spirit of Halloween into the fun. On Friday, Oct. 30, join them for costume-glad Silent Disco Dance Party from 7 to 10 p.m., complete with spooky glowing headphones and your choice of three DJ channels (disco and funk, Latin, or pop, plus a final hour of hip-hop classic deep cuts) Lousie & Howie’s Coffee Car in the garden will provide snacks and drinks. Tickets are $25.
Then on Sunday, Nov. 1, head to the of Guild Hall’s “Feel-Good Film Series,” presented in conjunction with the East Hampton Chamber of Commerce for a free screening of the Mel Brook’s classic Young Frankenstein, starring the inimitable Gene Wilder, Terry Garr, Marty Feldman and host of other fantastic and hilarious stars of the screen. Reserve your seat here.
The Club House Hamptons, 174 Daniels Hole Road, 631-537-2695
Late night Halloween fun is in store at The Club House in The Room on Saturday, Oct. 31 starting at 9 p.m. The dress code? They are requesting “dark, elevated and alluring” with masks encourages — so you do with that what you will. Music and other entertaining sounds and effects are courtesy of JrInventor, and if you’d like your very own VIP table, reach out to [email protected] to nab yours. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door. 21 and over, please and thank you. Get your tickets here.
Sag Harbor Cinema, 90 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-0010
Grab your popcorn and the arm of your neighbor as you gasp at the frightful 1931 cinematic adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein starring the one and only Boris Karloff. Bonus: there will be live solo guitar score accompaniment by Gary Lucas. Head upstairs to the Green Room after for spooky potions to calm your monster-frayed nerves. Show starts at 6 p.m.; grab your tickets here.
