Enjoy Halloween with these Safe, Fun, and Local Ideas

With fall's vibrant colors all around, Halloween is in the air! Although this year's festivities will be different due to COVID-19, here's a collection of safe, fun activities to enjoy across Kitsap County.   

Pumpkins, a Corn Maze, and Scarecrows Galore

A Pumpkin Patch with Farm Animals and a Corn Maze: Visit Pheasant Fields Farm to pick the perfect pumpkin and see the farm animals. Masks are required on the farm. The corn maze will still be there to explore (see prices below) but visitors must all go in the same direction so that groups can practice social distancing. This is a wonderful way to celebrate fall and enjoy some time outdoors.
When: Oct. 3 - 31, 2020, Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Pheasant Fields Farm, Silverdale
Cost: Free to enter the farm; Corn Maze: $7 for adults and $5 for kids

Pumpkin Walk: Now in its 27th year, the Pumpkin Walk is a local tradition. Visit Bainbridge Gardens and explore the Trail of Pumpkins. Enjoy hundreds of painted pumpkins and family-friendly Halloween scenes. Bring your own painted pumpkin and place it on the trail! Visit throughout the month of October to see new entries. This annual event won't feature a live music or a bounce house due to the pandemic, but you can still dress up in your Halloween costume and take pictures with the "Great Pumpkin". Share your photos on Instagram and use #PumpkinWalk2020. Masks are required.
When: The entire month of October, Monday - Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Bainbridge Gardens, Bainbridge Island
Cost: Free
Note: The Bainbridge Island Boys and Girls Club has been the beneficiary of the Pumpkin Walk for years. The Club has remained open, providing a safe place for kids of essential workers. Donations are encouraged to support the Club.

Port Orchard Scarecrow Contest: Get creative with friends, family or colleagues by competing in Port Orchard's 4th annual Scarecrow Contest. Visit the Port Orchard Market to check out all of the entries. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on Nov. 2, 2020. Check out the official rules and get started!
When: Oct. 19 - Oct. 26, 2020 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where: Port Orchard Market, Port Orchard
Cost: Free

Festivities from the Comfort of Your Car

Haunted Hayride at Battle Point: Described as a "safe and spooky drive-thru for all ages", this event sounds like a fun time for kids and adults alike. Characters and scenes will come out of the shadows as you drive down pumpkin-lined paths.
When: Oct. 20, 21 and 22, 2020 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Battle Point Park, Bainbridge Island
Cost: $20 per vehicle
Note: Registration is required and you can register using Activity #541004 online at biparks.org or by phone at 206-842-2302.

Trunk-or-Treat Drive Thru the Decades: Enjoy a blast from the past as you drive through the decades. Trunks and tents will be decorated, showcasing elements of the 1940's all the way up to today. Kids can play an "I Spy" game along the way and designated staff with masks and gloves will be handing out candy while guests remain in their cars.
When: Oct. 31, 2020 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: North Kitsap Baptist Church, Poulsbo
Cost: Free

Locally Made Treats for Halloween Fun at Home

Looking for a safe alternative to trick-or-treating? Create a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt and hide clues that lead to a delicious prize. Or, hide little plastic spiders around the house and see who can collect the most. 

Here are some great local businesses with amazing Halloween treats:
Cookie Creations in Kingston has a wide range of festive sugar cookies and many other types like the s'more cookie, and gluten free chocolate crackle cookie.
Sweet Life Cakery in Kingston has a mouth-watering fall menu featuring desserts like salted caramel apple pie with streusel topping (regular or gluten free) and caramel apple pecan cupcakes with cream cheese icing and caramel drizzle.
Sluys Poulsbo Bakery has anything pumpkin your heart desires: pumpkin donuts, breads, pies and cupcakes.
Bon Bon on Bainbridge Island has many delicious fudge flavors including pumpkin. They also have nostalgic candies like Pop Rocks and Bottle Caps.
Monica's Waterfront Bakery & Cafe in Silverdale creates a wide range of delicious goodies including pumpkin cupcakes with spiced butter cream frosting and chocolate peanut butter tartlets.
McGavin's Bakery in Bremerton has Halloween-themed cake pops and pumpkin Danish pastries. You can also order Halloween cookie kits.

Know of another local event going on this season? Let us know about it on our new Facebook page, Windermere Sound Living, where we're celebrating the communities and stories that make up our wonderful Kitsap County.

We hope you have a safe and happy Halloween!