Halloween

Fall list: 2021 pumpkin patches, hayrides, events in your area

It's officially Fall, and the pumpkin patches are open!

9 last-minute 2021 pop culture-inspired Halloween costumes

It’s hard to believe, but Halloween is just about here.

Capturing the ‘spirit’ of the Florida Theatre: What a News4Jax team member witnessed

The Florida Theatre downtown opened in 1927 and could hold more than one long-gone local.

The scary truth about Halloween: Tips to keep kids safe

From the delta variant haunting our plans to unsafe costumes and dangerous treats, there’s a lot to think about this holiday. Avoid something scary happening to you or your children.

Howl-O-Ween event: Jacksonville offers free adoptions on cats, dogs with black or orange fur

Families considering a new dog or cat can stop by Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) this Howl-O-Ween weekend to visit animals hoping to find their forever homes.

It’s National Black Cat Day!

Black cats get a bad rap, especially during the Halloween season, when they’re associated with witches and other scary things.

Trust Index: Should you be worried about tainted Halloween candy?

Tales of razor blades in apples and poisoned candy have been around as long as the modern concept of Halloween.

‘What We Do in the Shadows’ is the spookiest (and funniest) TV show you should be watching right now

You’d probably never think that a “mockumentary”-style TV show about a group of vampires who are roommates would be enjoyable, but somehow, FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” is the funniest TV show you’re probably not watching.

Boo-yah! Costumed kids eat free at Applebee’s on Halloween 🎃

The kiddos can feast like a werewolf on Halloween -- for free!

4 tips from Florida Poison for safe and happy Halloween fun

The Florida/USVI Poison Information Center - Jacksonville is offering some safety and trick-or-treating tips to avoid a Halloween “horror.”

Candy Bowl Truths: How much candy is too much?

Copious amounts of candy is often synonymous with Halloween, but how much should your child really have?

May-Stringer House owns its ‘Florida’s most haunted’ title

New Orleans, Salem, Chattanooga? These popular U.S. Halloween spots will surprise you

Halloween will be an even better experience visiting these spots around the U.S.

Cue creepy piano music: Test your knowledge of ‘Halloween’ movie with this quiz

What do you know about the original "Halloween" movie?

These are all the best Halloween movies and TV shows you can stream right now

Since Halloween only comes around once a year, you’ve got to get your Halloween film binge-watching in while you can.

Ways to make your Jack-o’-lantern last longer

"The Morning Show" has some ways to treat your pumpkin to make it last.

All-time high of more than $10 billion is expected to be spent on Halloween 2021, according to this group

Whether it’s shortages that are driving up prices of certain items or enthusiasm for the day in general, one thing is clear: It looks like there will be a lot of money spent on Halloween this year.

Testing an idea: Pumpkin seeds in the air fryer vs. the oven -- which reigned supreme?

A great fall tradition is roasting all the pumpkin seeds that you scoop out of your soon-to-be jack-o’-lantern -- and you’ve more than likely done it in the oven.

13 spooktacular movies you can watch with your kids on Netflix all month

Let’s officially talk Halloween.

15 of the cutest-ever dog, cat costumes for Halloween

Just when you thought you had everything ready for Halloween, you realize that your pet dog or cat is missing their own costume to join the spooky festivities. Coming up with a Halloween costume idea...

Sorry turkey, but chili cook-offs are the new Friendsgiving

There are so many things to love about this time of year, including Friendsgiving, which is when a group of friends gathers together to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Knock on wood: 7 common superstitions and the quirky explanations behind them

Have you ever paused in your tracks when a black cat crossed your path, or thrown salt over your shoulder after spilling it?

These 7 hilarious Halloween costumes will make all your friends LOL

Sure, Halloween is considered a spooky holiday, but it's also an opportune time to show off some humor.

11 cozy-sounding recipes you absolutely need in your life this fall

There’s just something magical about the fall: The weather, the change in season, that feeling that Halloween is almost here, and for some, crunchy leaves, sweaters and bonfires.

Brace yourselves: 13 of the cutest-ever baby, toddler costumes for Halloween

What's one of the best parts of having a baby or a toddler? Why, dressing them up for Halloween, of course.

10 funeral home realities you probably never wanted to know

As Halloween approaches and the fall decor goes up, we find ourselves surrounded by pumpkins, scary movies and mountains of candy.

Scare scale: Ranking the best houses of Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights opened for its 30th year to some terrifying screams Friday night at Universal Orlando Resort.

Lowe’s to host trick-or-treat event for kids to dress up, get free candy

Lowe’s announced the dates for its “Hal-LOWE-en Trick-or-Treat Tryouts” event from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Oct. 21.

Halloween typically sees an increase in fatal car crashes, no matter what day of the week it’s on

While the main features of Halloween are candy and costumes, there is something else that typically increases when the day rolls around: Fatal car crashes.

9 reasons why ‘Hocus Pocus’ is the best Halloween movie of all time

There are so many Halloween movies to choose from when it comes to celebrating the spooky holiday, but none of them come close to the magic that is "Hocus Pocus."

October road trip? Creepiest places in Florida guaranteed to haunt your dreams

Full disclosure: Some of the stories below are not for the faint of heart.

Creepiest places in Florida guaranteed to haunt your dreams