Spooky Nights 2026
5th Annual Halloween Decorating Contest for Residents & Businesses
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Calling all ghouls, goblins, witches, and gremlins… Registration for Sturbridge Spooky Nights is now OPEN!
Spooky Nights 2026 is our 5th Annual Halloween Decorating Contest for residents & businesses—show off your spooky spirit and help make Sturbridge the most frightfully festive town around!
Contest Dates: October 17 – October 31
Categories:
- Pumpkin Award – Best Kid-Friendly Display (not-so-scary, kid-friendly Halloween décor)
- Horror House Award – Best Scary Display (blood, gore, creepy clowns, ghosts, and all things that send chills up your spine)
- Spooky Nights Award – Best of Sturbridge Businesses (local organizations welcome)
A list of addresses and a road map will be posted for the public to enjoy self-guided tours.
Public Voting: Voting will be open until October 31.
Get creative, get spooky, and join the fun!