Spookyfest

Spooky Fest at The Center for Science in Rockville Centre, New York, is a premier family-friendly Halloween attraction, renowned for its immersive blend of spooky and non-scary experiences, transforming the 16-acre Tanglewood Preserve into a thrilling, community-driven event that supports the nonprofit’s mission of science education and animal care. Guests explore a variety of attractions, including the Enchanted Forest Walk, where younger visitors encounter friendly characters like cute dinosaurs, Cinderella, and pirates in a Mystic Garden, and the Spooky Woods, a quarter-mile haunted trail featuring jump scares from zombies, robotic dinosaurs, and creepy creatures, recommended for ages 7-12. Professional actors and volunteers enhance the experience with engaging performances, complemented by eerie lighting, special effects, and atmospheric soundscapes, creating a chilling yet accessible atmosphere. Additional activities include glow-in-the-dark slime making, fortune telling, face painting, arts and crafts, and Halloween music, with a midway offering food trucks and photo ops. With a no-touch policy and a reputation for balancing fun and fright, as noted in sources like longisland.news12.com and mommypoppins.com, Spooky Fest delivers a memorable Halloween adventure for all ages.