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St. Helens, Oregon: Halloweentown - Movie Location

Every October, St. Helens becomes "Halloweentown." It was the filming location for the movie of the same name.

Address:
Plaza Square, St. Helens, OR
Directions:
When in season, the Great Pumpkin is downtown in Plaza Square, which is between S. 1st St. and the county courthouse.
Hours:
Oct. 1-31 Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Halloweentown - Movie Location

Every October, St. Helens becomes "Halloweentown," the filming location for the movie of the same name. There is always a gathering at the Town Hall for the ceremony of the lighting of the Great Pumpkin. All of downtown St. Helens participates.

[Crisa, 03/01/2016]

The "Spirit of Halloweentown" festival lasts all October and includes scarecrows throughout downtown, ghost tours, and a "patch" of carved pumpkins.


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