Kids have it great these days! Halloween is no longer just one night – it runs the entire month of October with pumpkin patches fun, free Halloween activities, fall festivals, and just-spooky-enough events for big and little kids.

Our Mommy Poppins Halloween Guide is here with ideas for getting into the seasonal spirit in Boston, from visiting magnificent nighttime pumpkin displays to crafting ghoulishly gorgeous DIY Halloween decor to making easy, last-minute costumes. Of course, we have the scoop on the best spots for trick-or-treating.