A Family-Friendly Halloween Celebration by the Lake

Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon at The Windlass in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey! Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM for our Spooky Cookie Bash, a family-friendly Halloween event featuring cookie decorating, a delicious lunch buffet, and festive activities on the pavilion.

We’ve partnered with local favorite Sweet Blessings Bakery to bring extra Halloween magic to Morris, Warren and Sussex county families. Bring the kids, put on your costumes, and get ready to create some sweet, spooky masterpieces overlooking the lake!

Event Details at a Glance

• Event: Monster Mash Spooky Cookie Bash
• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The Windlass Pavilion, 45 Nolans Point Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
• Partner: Sweet Blessings Bakery
• Pricing: Adults $53 and Kids ages 5-12, $35
• Includes: Cookie decorating kit, lunch buffet, treats, and kids' Halloween fun
• Reservations: Required by calling 973-663-3190

Spooky Halloween Cookie Decorating with Sweet Blessings Bakery

Put your decorating skills to the test! Guests receive everything needed to transform freshly baked cookies into unique Halloween creations. Make them cute, creepy, colorful, or completely over-the-top.

All Skill Levels Welcome: No prior decorating experience necessary, instructors and supplies are provided!

Take-Home Treats: Show off your designs and take your delicious creations home to enjoy.

Delicious Buffet & Family Fun

The celebration goes beyond cookies! The Windlass team is serving up a special buffet lunch, making this the ultimate Sunday afternoon outing for families looking for local Halloween events in Northern New Jersey.

• Halloween Costumes Encouraged: Dress up your little ghosts and goblins for photos by Lake Hopatcong.
• Lakeside Dining: Enjoy lunch, dessert, and seasonal fall drinks in a safe, celebratory environment.

Reserve Your Spot Before It Disappears! Space for this hands-on Halloween event is limited, and reservations are required to ensure we have enough cookie supplies and seating for every guest.

• Make Reservations: Call 973-663-3190 during regular business hours
• Address: 45 Nolans Point Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849

Gather your family, bring your creativity, and join us for an afternoon of great food, sweet treats, and spooktacular lakeside fun! Come hungry. Get creative. Have a spooktacular time!