New Bedford Whaling Museum Hosting Family Halloween Celebration

Before the trick-or-treaters go door-to-door, there's plenty of family fun to be had.

The New Bedford Whaling Museum is prepared for a fun and festive Halloween Day with activities that are perfect for the little ones.

On Friday, October 31, 2025, purchase an admission ticket to the museum and enjoy movies, crafts, costumes and more.

🎨 Spooky Crafts and Scavenger Hunt

Visitors to the museum can enjoy monster crafts and even a spooky whale scavenger hunt starting at 3 p.m.

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A dozen whales are scattered around the museum, dressed as skeletons, ghosts, Frankenstein, Jack o' Whale and more.

Grab a spooky scavenger hunt list and check off the boxes of the ones you find.

🎬 Family Movie Screening: Deep

Enjoy the underwater adventure of Deep, the animated tale of an octopus, anglerfish and shrimp on a quest to save their home. The movie will start at 3:30 p.m.

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With a PG rating, the 92-minute movie is perfect for the whole family.

🎭 Costume Parade

Wear your favorite costume to New Bedford Whaling Museum and take part in the Haunted Whaleship Costume Parade. The parade steps off at 5 p.m.

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The program is free with museum admission.