Trick-or-Treat on Sweet Street from 11am-5pm

Adventureland, Long Island’s iconic amusement park, offering family fun for everyone since 1962, is excited to announce that for the first time ever Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation will be sponsoring the annual Pumpkin Park event from 11am-5pm on Halloween, Saturday, 10/31/26. 

Families can enjoy some of Adventureland’s most popular attractions, including the Turbulence Coaster, Music Express, and Ferris Wheel, before making their way down the fan-favorite Sweet Street for an unforgettable trick-or-treating experience.

Best of all, Pumpkin Park is included with park admission, and children are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite Halloween costumes to join in the festive fun!

“The annual Pumpkin Park event is one of our favorite ways to end the season – trick or treating & thrilling rides… there’s no better combination!” said Jeanine Pacella, Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation Spokeswoman. “It’s the perfect fall event and great for the whole family! We absolutely love seeing all the guests dressed in their Halloween costumes as they enjoy a perfect fall day around the park. Pumpkins, hay bales, and corn stalks give the park that fall glow we all know and love.”

Local Long Island nonprofit organizations will line Sweet Street, handing out Halloween candy, treats, and goodies while connecting with thousands of families enjoying this treasured community tradition. The event combines all the excitement of Halloween with the safe, family-friendly atmosphere that has made Pumpkin Park a Long Island favorite for generations.

Each nonprofit joining in on Pumpkin Park (listed below) will receive a $1,000 donation from Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation to help support their goals and mission. 

EJ’s PJs

Aid to the Developmentally Disabled DBA Rise Life Services

The Marty Lyons Foundation

Arthritis Foundation

Jericho Cares

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

The Long Island Museum

The Viscardi Center

CancerCare

Happily Ever After Rescue

Bethany House

NYS Dept of Agriculture and Markets

Daniela Conte Foundation

KiDS NEED MoRE

Guide Dog Foundation and America’s Vet Dogs

There will also be a few for-profit companies participating, including Renewal by Andersen, Mac Tax CPA, and Rzlynt Apparel Brand.

“The Marty Lyons Foundation is a proud partner of Adventureland Helping Hands Foundation as they have been extremely hands on with our mission and have provided enhanced experiences for our wish kids,” said Marty Lyons Foundation Executive Director, Sandra White. “We look forward to being a part of the Pumpkin Park experience and sharing a special day with the local community.” 

“EJ’s PJs is excited to participate in Pumpkin Park at Adventureland!” said EJ’s PJ’s President and Founder Patricia M. Poggi. “We look forward to connecting with our community, raising awareness about the comfort and support we provide to little dreamers in need, and sharing how everyone can join us in spreading kindness through the simple act of giving pajamas. Together, we can make a difference—one pair of pajamas at a time.” 

“Partnering with Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation through Pumpkin Park allows Bethany House to expand our reach and raise vital awareness for local families navigating homelessness,” said Anne DeGruttola, Director of Administrative Services, Bethany House. “The generous support and visibility provided by this event directly power our mission to offer shelter, hope, and path to independence for women and children on Long Island. Thank you Adventureland!”

About Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation:

Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation was created in 2013 with the goal of helping Long Island reach its potential and has raised over $2,500,000 for Long Island! 

Since 2013, Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation has awarded:

• $462,000+ in scholarships awarded through the Vivian and Tony Gentile Scholarship Program
• $200,000+ in supplies donated to local schools and through our Clear the List program supporting Long Island teachers
• $100,000 to Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine
• $755,000 in funds and in kinds items to Island Harvest
• $50,000 Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism
• $50,000 to Catholic Health Services Long Island Good Samaritan Hospital
• $25,000 to the Tyler Project
• $25,000 to the David M. Blank Foundation 

Visit www.HelpingHandsLI.org to learn more about Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation.