It’s a “graveyard smash!” One New Jersey town is going all out for Halloween and even changing its name.
Homes and businesses in the small town of Merchantville are decked out in all kinds of scary things. A reflection of the creepy decorations all over the city becomes ‘Monsterville’.
“Merchantville is known for its Victorian homes,” said Kathryn Potts, who has lived in the area since 2019.
Potts says the city is full of Halloween spirit for a month. Thousands of people come to this quaint community every year to view the homes on display.
“This year we built our witches’ lair, which is like a creepy tunnel hidden for souls to pass through,” Potts said.
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Brian Tremble has one of the largest displays on the corner of West Maple Street.
“It’s a little bit scary, a little bit fun,” he said.
The monthlong celebration of “Monsterville,” which now includes a zombie run and pumpkin carving contest, began following a city ordinance to change the name for 31 days and lean into its Halloween-esque charm.
Anthony Perno puts a creative spin on his backyard and creates a haunted house that you can walk through.
“I do it for the kids,” Perno said.
This is a busy weekend in Merchantville, but Halloween is the big day. These homeowners, some like the Perno family, spend up to $1,000 on candy.
