Boo at the Boardwalk: Family Friendly Halloween Fun at Jenkinson's Boardwalk
Looking for the best spook-tacular family-friendly Halloween event at the Jersey Shore? Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, is once again transforming into a festive fall destination with our annual Boo at the Boardwalk.
Join us on October 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm each day for a celebration packed with trick-or-treating, entertainment, half price rides, live shows, and hands-on activities designed for kids of all ages. This fall tradition is one of the most anticipated Halloween events in Ocean County, NJ, and it’s the perfect way for families to celebrate spooky season at the boardwalk!
*Some parts of Boo at the Boardwalk are weather permitting.
Schedule of activities each day during Boo at the Boardwalk :
Saturday, October 17
Half Price Rides: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm: Howl-O-Ween Canines & Cocktails on the beach behind Jenkinson’s Pavilion
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm: Character Appearances
- 12:00pm: Yosi’s Spooky Silly Halloween Concert on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 1:00pm: Yosi’s Spooky Silly Halloween Concert on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: DJ Case Ace Boos & Beats on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Creepy Crawlers* in the Aquarium
- 3:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
Sunday, October 18
Half Price Rides: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm: Character Appearances
- 12:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 1:00pm to 3:00pm: Monster Slime Lab* in the Aquarium
- 1:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Creepy Crawlers* in the Aquarium
- 2:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 3:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 3:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
Saturday, October 24
Half Price Rides: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm: Character Appearances
- 12:00pm: Yosi’s Spooky Silly Halloween Concert on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 1:00pm: Yosi’s Spooky Silly Halloween Concert on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: DJ Case Ace Boos & Beats on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Creepy Crawlers* in the Aquarium
- 3:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
Sunday, October 25
Half Price Rides: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm: Character Appearances
- 12:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 1:00pm to 3:00pm: Monster Slime Lab* in the Aquarium
- 1:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 2:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Creepy Crawlers* in the Aquarium
- 2:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
- 3:00pm: Underwater Pumpkin Carving* in the Aquarium
- 3:30pm: Halloween Magic on the boardwalk by the Aquarium
*Included with Jenkinson’s Aquarium general admission.
Trick-or-treating will take place throughout each event. Costumes are encouraged! Boo at the Boardwalk treat stops are at the *Aquarium, Aquarium Gift Shop, Deep Blue Boutique, *Sweet Shop, Pavilion Fast Food, Pavilion Arcade, Fun House, and *Castaway Cove Mini Golf on October 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 12 to 4 PM each day, with no-candy options available(*)
BOOTASTIC PACKAGE
The Boo-Tastic Package is available for $29.95, offering savings of up to 34%, and includes a $15 Pavilion Arcade Playcard, Aquarium admission, a Halloscream Sundae from the Sweet Shop, a trick-or-treat bag with eight treat stops, and one Pavilion game choice of Pick-A-Penguin, Darts, or Bob’s Fishing Hole.
Available for in-person purchase only during Boo at the Boardwalk at the Aquarium Guest Services booth on October 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 12–4pm.
FALL SPECIAL: HALF PRICE RIDES DURING BOO AT THE BOARDWALK
The Amusement Park will be OPEN during Boo at the Boardwalk, and better yet - ALL of the rides will be half the normal credit amount!
Not only are the rides half the normal credit amount during Boo at the Boardwalk, but they will be during the following operating hours throughout the Fall:
- September 19–21
- September 26–October 4
- October 10–12
- October 17–18
- October 24–25
Keep in mind - there will be a limited number of rides will be available due to maintenance and staffing. Operating hours and ride availability are weather permitting and subject to change.
WHY FAMILIES LOVE BOO AT THE BOARDWALK!
Parents and kids alike love that Boo at the Boardwalk is a safe, fun, and family-friendly Halloween event. With trick-or-treating stations, live shows, educational animal encounters, amusement rides, and themed science activities, it’s more than just an amusement park visit - it’s an opportunity to make fall memories at the Jersey Shore.
And because the event takes place during the afternoon, it’s ideal for younger children who may not be ready for late-night scares.
Plan Your Visit
Location: Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm each day
Dates: October 17, 18, 24, & 25, 2026
Please note: Some activities are weather permitting.
Don’t Miss Boo at the Boardwalk 2026
Mark your calendars and bring the whole family to Jenkinson’s for one of the most beloved Halloween events in New Jersey. Whether you’re here for the trick-or-treating, the science and slime shows, the ride packages, or just the boardwalk atmosphere, Boo at the Boardwalk has something for everyone.
For more details and updates, visit Jenkinsons.com.
