Things to do this weekend Oct. 30-Nov. 2

Note: The “Halloweek at Spring House” listing has been updated to reflect changes to the event’s offerings.

It’s Halloween weekend and, in addition to the many trunk-or-treat activities for the kids in North Jersey towns, there are lots of other ways to celebrate the spookiest day of the year for revelers of all ages.

See “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Carrie” in Fort Lee, enjoy a special menu and music at the Spring House in Tenafly, or dress up and dance the night away with longtime North Jersey DJs in Clifton.

But it’s not all about Halloween. You can also experience “Disney on Ice” in Newark, have brunch with Ahmad Bradshaw in East Rutherford, see murder-mystery play “The Game’s Afoot” in Oradell, take a self-guided car ride through the Highlands, watch the Breeder’s Cup simulcast in East Rutherford and go for a morning walk in Nutley. Plus, there’s always live music, like Herbie Hancock’s jazz fusion at BergenPAC; a Michael Jackson tribute in Newton; classical baritone vocalist Benjamin Appl in Ridgewood; and rock music in West Milford, Maywood and Little Falls.

See below for the details and the weather forecast. Happy Halloween!

Weather forecast for Oct. 30-Nov. 2

According to the National Weather Service:

Oct. 30: Heavy rain and high wind, with possible afternoon thunderstorms and a high in the low 60s and a low around 50.

Oct. 31: A slight chance of morning rain will give way to partly sunny skies and a high in the mid-50s. Partly cloudy at night with a low in the mid-40s.

Nov. 1: Mostly sunny with a high in the upper 50s. Partly cloudy at night with a low in the low 40s.

Nov. 2: Mostly sunny with a high in the mid-50s. Mostly cloudy at night with a slight chance of showers and a low approaching 40.

Early Morning Walking Club in Nutley

The club’s final walk of the season is Oct. 30. Take a three-mile walk at a brisk pace with this group, starting on Chestnut Street.

Go: Early Morning Walking Club, meeting outside of the Department of Public Affairs and Health, 149 Chestnut St. 6:30 a.m. Oct. 30. nutleynj.org

Herbie Hancock at BergenPAC in Englewood

Now in the seventh decade of his professional life, Hancock was a member of the Miles Davis Quintet, combined electric jazz with funk and rock in the ’70s, used electronic dance sounds with “Rockit” and “Future Shock,” and worked in an acoustic setting with V.S.O.P. He’ll perform at Bergen Performing Arts Center on Oct. 30.

Go: Herbie Hancock at BergenPAC, 30 N. Van Brunt St, Englewood. 7 p.m. Oct. 30. $79 to $199. 201-227-1030, bergenpac.org.

‘Disney on Ice’ in Newark

Take journey through Disney stories featuring more than 50 characters (including Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy), showcasing figure skating, high-flying aerial acrobatics, special effects, interactive moments and music at the Prudential Center Oct. 30 through Nov. 2. Navigate the thrilling high seas of “Moana 2” and the vibrant world of “Inside Out 2” as Disney on Ice brings these newer characters to the ice for the first time; help Stitch fix a glitch as mayhem ensues across the ice; stroll the bustling metropolis of “Zootopia;” glide through the icy realms of “Frozen;” see the playful universe of “Toy Story;” travel to Colombia with the Madrigal family of “Encanto;” and watch Ariel, Jasmine, Rapunzel and Tiana in a parade of princesses. Arrive early for Olaf’s Festive Pre-Show to ring in the season as he explores different holiday traditions and sing along with Elsa and Anna. Costumes are encouraged at the Oct. 31 Halloween show.

Go: Disney on Ice at the Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark. 7 p.m. $26.57 to $357.75. Oct. 30; 11 a.m. Oct. 31; and 11 a.m. and 3 and 7 p.m. Nov. 1 and Nov. 2. prucenter.com, DisneyOnIce.com, 973-757‑6000.

Breeder’s Cup simulcast in East Rutherford

On Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, watch the simulcast of the Breeders’ Cup from Del Mar at Meadowlands Racetrack. The Pink buffet – with a menu including Korean chicken satay, peppercorn-crusted strip steak, lemon pepper mahi mahi, and hot honey fried chicken – will open early on both days to accommodate. Nov. 1, also features four $125,000 Kindergarten finals sponsored by Crawford Farms.

Go: Breeder’s Cup simulcast at Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford. 11 a.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. $49.95 for buffet, beginning at 4:30 p.m. playmeadowlands.com

‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ and ‘Carrie’ in Fort Lee

Celebrate Halloween with two classic films at the Barrymore Film Center. On Oct. 30, see “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993; PG; 76 minutes), in which Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion. Then on Oct. 31, it’s “Carrie” (1976; R; 104 minutes), in which Carrie White, a shy, friendless teenage girl who is sheltered by her domineering, religious mother, unleashes her telekinetic powers after being humiliated by her classmates at her senior prom.

Go: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Carrie” at the Barrymore Film Center, 153 Main St. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 and Oct. 31, respectively. $15; $12 for seniors over age 65 and kids under 10. barrymorefilmcenter.org

Raw Deal plays rock, R&B and blues in West Milford

The North Jersey quintet, performing at J&S Roadhouse on Oct. 31, blends three-part harmonies with its guitars and rhythm section, covering rock and roll, R&B, blues and some country. The band play tunes by the Allman Brothers, Bonnie Raitt, Santana, Eagles, Little Feat, The Pretenders, The Black Crowes, Tom Petty, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Credence Clearwater Revival, Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz, Motown artists and more.

Go: Raw Deal at J&S Roadhouse, 17 Wooley Road, West Milford. 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 31. jsroadhouse.com, rawdealnj.com, 973-697-9751.

Bergen County Players present ‘The Game’s Afoot’ in Oradell

BCP will perform “The Game’s Afoot,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Glenn Woertz, on Oct. 31, Nov. 1 and Nov. 2. It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play “Sherlock Holmes,” has invited his fellow cast members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. But when one of the guests is murdered, the festivities in this isolated house of tricks and mirrors quickly turn dangerous. There will be a Q-and-A on Oct. 31.

Go: “The Game’s Afoot” at BCP, 298 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell. 8 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1; and 2 p.m. Nov. 2. $28 to $30. bcplayers.org

Halloweek at Spring House in Tenafly

Located in the historic Demarest-Lyle House (circa 1794), the Spring House has been reimagined under executive chef Paco Frola, blending Italian cooking with a cocktail lounge and nightlife vibe. On Oct. 31, Halloweek will feature DJ Lady Blaga spinning from 8 p.m. to midnight, with signature Halloween cocktails like the Pumpkin Spiced Espresso Martini and Apple Cidecar, and the chance to dine in a venue said to be haunted by its original resident, Julia Lyle. The refreshed menu includes Supplì al Tartufo (crispy Roman rice croquettes filled with mozzarella and pecorino Fulvi, finished with truffle béchamel), Cappellacci (handcrafted short rib–filled pasta with cultured butter and parmigiano), Polipetti alla Luciana (tomato-braised baby octopus with olives and capers) and Fireside Smoked S’mores.

Go: Halloweek at Spring House, 91 W. Clinton Ave., Tenafly. Oct. 31. Make reservations at springhousetenafly.com.

Halloween Freak Bash in Clifton

Join DJs Ted Wrigley and James Henaghan (Aldo’s/Loop Lounge), Pete Santiago (Melody Bar) and Bob Dooley (QXT’s/Aldo’s) at Dingbatz on Oct. 31. Dress your spooky best for the costume contest and win cash prizes. There will be vinyl, CD and music giveaways courtesy of Reybee from artists such as the Chameleons, Peter Murphy, Love and Rockets, The Church, and more.

Go: Halloween Freak Bash at Dingbatz, 620 Van Houten Ave, Clifton. 8 p.m. Oct. 31. Ages 21 and older. $25. dingbatzlive.com

Tuned Up plays party rock in Maywood

Tuned Up plays ’80s rock and pop, modern country, hard rocking classics, classic ’60s and ’70s rock, hair metal, modern pop, ’90s rock, country, disco, new wave and more. The band will perform at the Twin Door Tavern on Oct. 31.

Go: Tuned Up at the Twin Door Tavern, 122 W. Pleasant Ave., Maywood. 9 p.m. Oct. 31. gettunedup.net, twindoortavern.com

NJ Highlands Coalition’s Fall Car Trek

This annual event presented by the New Jersey Highlands Coalition will be Nov. 1. “How Highlands Iron Forged Our Nation, The History of the Highlands Iron Industry” is a newly curated self-guided driving tour that tells the story of how Highlands’ iron helped forge our nation’s independence and growth. The tour will introduce participants to the mines, mining towns and remnant furnaces and forges in Morris, upper Passaic and Sussex counties. The 60-mile route includes Boonton, Split Rock Furnace, Ringwood Manor, the New Jersey Botanical Gardens, Long Pond Ironworks and Ogdensburg. Leaf-peeping is an added bonus along some of the back roads at the peak of fall colors.

Go: New Jersey Highlands Coalition’s Fall Car Trek. 10 a.m. Nov. 1. $35 per vehicle with two people (driver and navigator); $10 suggested for each additional passenger; $5 discount available for students and electric vehicles. Discounts are available for students and electric vehicles. njhighlandscoalition.org

‘Thriller Night – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience’ in Newton

Who’s Bad is a group that has been celebrating Michael Jackson’s catalog since even before his passing. This music- and dance-driven homage features singer/dancer/choreographer Taalib York performing as Jackson.

Go: Who’s Bad at the Newton Theatre, 234 Spring St. 8 p.m. Nov. 1 (doors open at 7). $52.50 to $63.50. skypac.org

Legends Brunch with Ahmad Bradshaw at American Dream

Kick off your morning on Nov. 2 with a two-hour breakfast buffet and a guest appearance by Bradshaw at Marcus Live! at American Dream in East Rutherford. Snap a photo and get your favorite memorabilia signed. Bradshaw was known for known for his explosive bursts and clutch performances at two New York Giants Super Bowl runs. Drafted in the seventh round in 2007, he rushed for nearly 5,000 yards and scored 36 touchdowns over his NFL career, including the go-ahead touchdown in Super Bowl XLVI.

Go: Legends Brunch with Ahmad Bradshaw at Marcus Live!, American Dream in East Rutherford. 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 2. $71.39. americandream.com

The Lieder Baritone: Benjamin Appl and James Baillieu in Ridgewood

Parlance Chamber Concerts presents baritone Appl and pianist Baillieu performing a selection of songs by Schubert, Brahms, Clara Schumann, Wolf, Tchaikovsky, Britten, Barber and others on Nov. 2 at West Side Presbyterian Church. Their recital, “To Dieter: The Past and The Future,” will feature songs that shaped Appl’s mentor Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau’s legacy and continue to inspire his own musical journey. The event will also include narration by actor Peter Francis James, who will draw connections between the songs and the life of Fischer-Dieskau.

Go: Benjamin Appl and James Baillieu at West Side Presbyterian Church, 6 S. Monroe St. 4 p.m. Nov. 2. $45; $35 for seniors (age 65 and older); $25 for young adults (ages 21 to 39); $15 for students (ages 12 to 20); no tickets required for children (ages 8 to 11). parlancechamberconcerts.org, [email protected].

The Kootz play ‘rock ‘n roll with fiber’ in Little Falls

For 20 years, the Kootz have been delivering a musical menu of classic ’60s-through-’90s pop, rock, R&B and blues. Members of the collective – which includes Glenn M. Taylor, Bob Cianci, Chris Roselle, Russ Crapella, Gary Evans, Jeff Guenther, Mike Guaragna, Rhonda Grindell, Pepe Hernandez, Sean Jenness and Ted Wyman – will perform at the Great Notch Inn on Nov. 2.