Friends of AddamsFest & wednesday's finds
New this year, the AddamsFest spirit will extend even further throughout the community with Friends of AddamsFest and Wednesday’s Finds.
Friends of AddamsFest brings independently produced events from local businesses and organizations into the October festivities, adding even more entertainment, activities, and seasonal experiences to enjoy alongside the official festival lineup. Some initial additions include:
Morticia’s Masquerade Ball at The James Ward Mansion
Friday, October 2, 8:00 PM
Morticia would never throw the same party twice. This October, the AddamsFest Masquerade Ball returns to The James Ward Mansion with a fabulous new theme — TOTALITY: An Eclipse Masquerade.
Tickets are available now!
Patricia & Paul: Addams Family Photo Booth
Throughout October
Calling all who are creepy and kooky! Join Patricia & Paul's at 20 Elm Street all month long and take pictures in the Addams Family photobooth! You can even pose with Thing itself. Perfect for families and kids of all ages! No registration or fee required.
Westfield Memorial Library: Wednesday Addams’ Creepy Garden Kids Storytime
Wednesday, October 14, 3:45 PM
Join Miss Katie and Muffin for a fun Addams Family themed storytime with books, songs, and a small craft. Tickets available the day of the program; space is limited. Geared towards ages 3 - 6.
Framebridge: Frame & Craft
Saturday, October 17, 11:00 AM
Join the newly-opened Framebridge (220 East Broad Street) for a kids' arts and crafts event to decorate pumpkin-shaped frames. No fee or registration required.
Westfield Recreation: Addams Family Cookie Decorating Class
Friday, October 23 (classes at 4:30 & 6:15 pm)
Join Two Moms & A Whisk for a sugar cookie decorating class, Addams Family style. Sessions run from 4:30 - 6:00 and 6:15 - 7:45. Fee and pre-registration required.
Westfield Recreation & Friends of Brightwood Park: Jack O’Lantern Trail at Brightwood Park
Saturday, October 24, 3:30-5:30 (in 30-minute timeslots)
Walk the trail through Brightwood Park and enjoy the Jack O'Lanterns scattered throughout the woods, the scavenger hunt, and the trunk or treat! Advance registration required for a 30-minute timeslot.
The Town Bookstore & Brassy Buddha Yoga Studio: Room on the Broom
Saturday, October 24, 10:30 AM
Grab your broom and come along for a magical adventure inspired by Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The journey begins with a special story time at The Town Bookstore (270 East Broad Street) with a whimsical morning of storytelling, yoga, ballet, and make-believe for our littlest movers.
Advance registration and fee required.
Club Pilates & Rumble Boxing: Punches, Pumpkins, and Pilates
Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM
Join Club Pilates and Rumble Boxing for a thrilling double feature: 10:00 boxing class followed by an 11:00 AM mat Pilates class. Advance registration and fee required. Claim your spot before it vanishes—call Rumble Boxing at (908) 892-3743 to register.
GAMIFY U: The Great 3D Pumpkin Build-Off
Saturday, October 24 and Wednesday, October 28
A two-day Halloween engineering challenge where students team up to design, 3D model, and build their own one-of-a-kind jack-o’-lantern.
Advance registration and fee required.
Westfield Police Department & The Westfield Optimist Club: Halloween Family Fun & Parade
Sunday, October 25
Join the Westfield Police Department and The Optimist Club of Westfield for an aftenroon of seasonal family fun!
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Lions Roar Brewing Co: Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 31
Halloween on a SATURDAY?! Hold our beer! Lions Roar will be open from 1:00 PM through 12:00 AM, with live music from the Regulators 8:00 PM-11:00 PM. Don't miss a night of costume contests, prizes, beer releases, and more!
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