19th Annual Hoyt Farm Halloweekend Festival Held In Commack

COMMACK, NY — Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve hosted its highly anticipated 19th Annual Halloweekend on Oct. 19 and Oct. 20, the Town of Smithtown announced.

The beloved event has become a "cornerstone" of the Smithtown community, according to the town. This year's attracted approximately 2,000 residents over the two-day celebration. Halloweekend traditionally sells out without the need for advertising, and this year was no exception, according to the town.

Families enjoyed seasonal activities that transformed the nature preserve into a "spooktacular wonderland," according to the town. From games and prizes to live entertainment, delicious fall fare, and an array of food options, there was no shortage of fun for attendees, the town stated.

"My grandkids talk about this event all month long beforehand," Smithtown Supervisor Edward Wehrheim said. "They don’t want to leave the preserve at the end of the day, and neither do I if I’m being completely honest. Jeff Gumin and his amazing team at Hoyt Farm devote months of planning, preparation, building and implementing Halloweekend each year. They put every ounce of heart and soul into treating everyone, like a member of their family. They truly manage to outdo the previous year every year… it’s a real testament to how much they adore caring for the preserve and the guests who visit."

Every year, the team at Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve creates a "magical atmosphere filled with classic Halloween fun," according to the town.

From hayrides and pumpkin picking to spooky games, face painting, crafts, scavenger hunts, and an unforgettable haunted house, the event has something for everyone. Staff members join in the festivities, donning themed costumes to greet children and parents alike, many of whom arrive dressed in their own Halloween best.

The staff at Hoyt Farm pride themselves on making Halloweekend a memorable experience for all who attend.

"Their mission is simple: to create a festival where adults can feel like kids again, and children can transform into superheroes, mythical creatures, or whatever their imaginations dream up," the town wrote.

The Hoyt Farm Halloweekend is exclusive to Smithtown residents, offering a wide variety of games, crafts, and entertainment that bring the community together each fall.