Halloween Concert, Fun Nov 1 in Middleburgh - 24 October 2025

MIDDLEBURGH - Halloween spirit will continue into November in Middleburgh this year.

Candy, music, food, games, and Halloween and community spirit will be on display from 3 to 10pm at Timothy Murphy Park in Middleburgh on Saturday, November 1.

‘Ratrod’ Harry Rode from Richmondville spoke to the village board last month about plans for the day. Community businesses will be invited to hand out candy. There will be displays, food trucks, games, and lots of music. Locomotions will be organizing many of the events.

The village board approved the use of the park that day.

Mr. Rode said the event will be a Community Halloween Celebration in Middleburgh.

The Mountain Eagle will join other organizations and businesses in Middleburgh to hand out candy and newspapers, spending the day celebrating right alongside everyone. "That’s what community is all about — showing up, giving back, and staying connected," Mr. Rode said.

Rode said that he and the team enjoys “creating these free community events,” he said. He said that some could come for the entire event and not have to “spend a penny.” 

For those who want to come out with their family and have something to eat and drink, they won’t have to “mortgage their house.”

“Let’s face it. Money’s tight for a lot of individuals and some people have a bit more than others. We’re trying to build an atmosphere where everyone feels like they’re a part of it.”

Working with Meyers on a number of similar events, Rode said that as “an average Joe, like everyone else,” he enjoys the “amazing” public response to the events. He always hopes that there’s a crowd, and doesn’t always know how a new event goes. However, from experience, he’s used to people coming to say thank you. He also credited the volunteers and staff that make the events work.

He’d like to expand into further events, such as for Christmas and Easter. Rode and the team hope to expand with and beyond car shows.

“Who knows what 2026 will bring,” he said.