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October 24, 2026 10:00 AM
Until October 24, 2026, 05:00 PM 7h

The Village Vibe

Long Island

🎃 The Village Vibe Spooktacular Fall Fest

Celebrate the magic of fall at The Village Vibe Spooktacular Fall Fest, a free, family-friendly autumn festival taking over the heart of Historic Downtown Wading River on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

This isn’t your typical street fair. It’s an immersive fall celebration where Long Island comes together to shop local, eat incredible food, enjoy live entertainment, and celebrate everything we love about autumn and Halloween.

🍂 Spend the day exploring:

🎨 A thoughtfully curated artisan & makers market featuring talented Long Island artists, handcrafted goods, boutique shopping, home décor, jewelry, candles, apparel, specialty foods, artwork, and one-of-a-kind treasures.

🎶 Live music throughout the festival.

🍔 Delicious food trucks, seasonal treats, local beer & wine, and plenty of fall-inspired favorites.

✨ Interactive experiences including:

  • Fairy Hair Tinsel
     • Permanent Jewelry
     • Face Painting
     • Glitter Tattoos
     • Henna
     • Meet & Greets with Costume Performers
     • Pumpkin-themed fun
     • Activities for kids, teens, and adults throughout the day

👻 Little Monsters & Local Legends Halloween Costume Contest

Presented by the Riverhead Chamber of Commerce

One of the highlights of the day will be the Little Monsters & Local Legends Halloween Costume Contest!

Whether you’re a tiny trick-or-treater, a spooky family, a creative couple, or someone who goes all out for Halloween, come dressed to impress! Show off your creativity, compete for prizes, and become one of this year’s Local Legends.

🎃 Costumes are encouraged for all ages!

Want to compete?

Register in advance through the Riverhead Chamber of Commerce at:

🌐 https://tinyurl.com/RCOC-Costume-Contest

Whether you’re searching for unique handmade gifts, enjoying amazing food, discovering local businesses, dancing to live music, entering the costume contest, or simply making memories with friends and family, The Village Vibe Spooktacular Fall Fest is the perfect way to celebrate the season while supporting the incredible small businesses that make our community thrive.

📅 Event Details

📍 Historic Downtown Wading River, NY
 📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
 🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 🎟️ FREE Admission
 ☔ Rain or Shine
 🌧️ Severe Inclement Weather Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026

 

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Ty Wenzel

Co-Publisher & Contributor

Ty Wenzel, a recent breast cancer survivor, started her career as a fashion coordinator for Bloomingdale’s followed by fashion editor for Cosmopolitan Magazine. She was also a writer for countless publications, including having published a memoir (St. Martin's Press) and written features for The New York Times. She is an award-winning writer and designer who covers lifestyle, real estate, architecture and interiors for James Lane Post. She previously worked as a writer and marketing director for The Independent. She has won multiple PCLI and NYPA awards for journalism, social media and design, including best website design and best magazine for James Lane Post, which she co-founded in 2020. Wenzel is also the founder of the Hamptons social media agency, TWM Luxury Solutions.

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