Must-See Events and Sights for Families at AddamsFest

This month-long celebration features near-daily events and activities. You can see the full lineup online, but we've handpicked the best bets for families below.

Addams Family Fun Day

What it is: Downtown's Quimby Street closes to traffic and transforms into an Addams-centric street fair, complete with local bands, a DJ, games, character visits, bubbles, pumpkin decorating, and more. Feel free to come in costume!
Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025
Best for: Children
Location: Quimby Street
Pro-tip: Parking in Downtown Westfield is free on Sundays. The festival is free to attend.

Charles Addams Heritage Trail Tour

What it is: Retrace Charles Addams' steps through his Westfield early 1900s childhood, including his home, school, downtown, and the cemetery where he spent lazy afternoons.
Date: Saturdays, October 11, 18, and 25, 2025
Best for: Families
Location: Meet at Rialto Center for Creativity
Pro-tip: $13 suggested donation. Advanced registration is required.

The Addams Family House on Mindowaskin Pond

What it is: Take a stroll through the lush park and catch a glimpse of the floating Addams Family House on the duck pond
Date: Throughout October
Best for: Families
Location: Mindowaskin Park
Pro-tip: The park houses an accessible, gated playground, a gazebo, and walking paths. 

Window displays in downtown Westfield are decked out throughout the month. Photo courtesy of the Town of Westfield

The Wicked Windows of Westfield

What it is: Peruse delightful window displays at stores throughout Downtown Westfield, adorned with some of Charles Addams' favorite characters. While you're there, stop by the Be Witched Selfie Stop on the corners of Quimby and Elm Streets for a selfie with an interactive sculpture, inspired by the original Bewitched statue in Salem, Massachusetts.
Date: Throughout October
Best for: Families
Location: Downtown Westfield
Pro-tip:  The Downtown sidewalks are stroller-friendly. There are metered parking spaces and lots throughout the town. 

Getting to AddamsFest: Parking and Transportation

Westfield's very walkable downtown is steps away from the New Jersey Transit Westfield station, which runs on the Raritan Valley Line. There are numerous metered public parking lots, which are free on Sundays. Quimby Street, home of Addams Family Fun Day, plus restaurants and shops, is pedestrian-friendly with limited traffic flow.

Where to Eat Near AddamsFest

Downtown Westfield is brimming with family-friendly eats, including Vicki's Diner for a quick bite, Cosimo's Restaurant & Pizzeria for a slice, Tinga Taqueria for Mexican fare, or the appropriately-named Addams Tavern for a sit-down meal. Stop by Surreal Creamery or Bouvella's Bakery for dessert.

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