WESTFIELD, NJ – Ghosts, goblins, and good times are coming to Mindowaskin Park later this month as the Westfield Police Department and the Optimist Club of Westfield team up for the town’s annual “Cops & Goblins” Halloween celebration.
The free community event will take place Sunday, October 26, from 12 to 2 p.m., featuring candy, face painting, food trucks, and a parade led by the Westfield High School Marching Band.
Children and families are invited to enjoy giveaways, activities, and photo ops with themed vehicles including the “Addams Family” police car, a fire engine, and an ambulance from the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad.
Family-friendly fun before the parade
The afternoon will also include cookie decorating from Kirshenbaum Baking Co., surprise appearances by costumed characters like Chase from Paw Patrol, and treats from the YMCA of Greater Westfield and 7-Eleven. No registration is required for the Cops & Goblins portion of the event.
Parade kicks off at 2 p.m.
At 2 p.m., the Optimist Club’s annual Halloween parade will march through Mindowaskin Park, open to the first 500 registered children in pre-K through fifth grade. Preference will be given to Westfield and nearby residents, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Attendees are encouraged to park on side streets and walk to the park, as parking at the Municipal Building will be closed. Additional event details and parade registration are available at wpdnj.org/halloween.