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Spooktacular

Spooktacular is Monmouth and Ocean counties’ only fall festival planned by teen Girl Scouts. It's a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy the fall weather and Halloween festivities.

Activities

All activities are girl-planned. Most are girl-created. Past activities have included:

  • Ghost Walk
  • Hayride
  • Professional storyteller
  • Skits
  • Marshmallow Roasting
  • Pretzel Dipping 
  • Apple Dipping 
  • Dancing with the DJ
  • Tombstone Scavenger Hunt
  • Carn-evil

Register Here

You are invited to attend one (or more) of our three sessions. Registration will open soon for the dates listed below. All sessions begin at the Girl Scouts' Program Activity Center, 127 Yellow Brook Road, Farmingdale.

Online registration is $9 per session and ends the day before the first session. Day of registration is $10 per session at the door.

  • Friday, October 12, 6:00-10:00pm
  • Saturday, October 13, 12:00-3:00pm
  • Saturday, October 13, 6:00-10:00pm

Volunteer Now

Help make Spooktacular a reality. Girls and adults, seventh grade and up, can signup to setup, volunteer during the event, or cleanup after.

Girl Scout Volunteer Application
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Adult Volunteer Application
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there food available to purchase?

Yes, we have hot dogs, chili, meatball subs, chips, candy, soda, & water available to purchase. The food will be available to purchase during all sessions.

Can we dress in costumes?

Costumes are optional. You may choose to wear them. Remember, most activities are outside and you will be walking through camp so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

What should we bring?
  • Flashlights (extra batteries)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sweatshirt or jacket (it gets cold after the sun goes down)
  • Money if you’d like to purchase food items or a souvenir from our Trading Post
Do we have to pay for refreshments?

Included with admission is hot chocolate at different sites in camp, carrots, roasting marshmallows and chocolate dipping stations for your enjoyment at no charge. Additional food will be available for sale.

Is Spooktacular scary?

The Ghost Walk may be frightening to some people. The girls may choose to not participate in this activity. The hayride has some scary looking creatures on the trail. You may close your eyes! Some of the skits the teens perform may be a little scary. If you have concerns, come to the Saturday afternoon session. Everything is less scary when the sun is out.

Do I have to stay the entire time?

You may leave any time you want. You can do as much or as little as you want.

 

How do I get around camp?

You walk to and from each activity/station. You walk all through camp. Strollers may have a difficult time maneuvering through camp. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes.

 

What if it rains?

You should bring rain gear in case of rain. Most of the activities are outside. If we cancel the event due to severe inclement weather, you will receive an e-mail advising you of the cancellation.