West Philly Fright Registry Returns for Halloween
Dyresha Harris brings back the local map for West Philadelphia Halloween decorations and events.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Seasonal Events
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The West Philly Fright Registry is back for its second year, offering a centralized list and map of Halloween activities and displays across the neighborhood. Creator Dyresha Harris launched the project to foster community pride and help families easily locate local festivities.
Why it matters
The initiative serves as a community-driven resource for residents to find trick-or-treating spots, seasonal events, and decorated homes. It strengthens neighborhood ties while simplifying the planning process for families participating in Halloween celebrations.
The registry currently includes over 70 entries spanning the area between 45th and 60th streets, as well as Market and Baltimore streets. Organizers accept submissions for decorations, events, and trick-or-treating houses through a digital sign-up form.
The players
Dyresha Harris
She is the creator and organizer of the West Philly Fright Registry.
The details
Residents submit their details via a Google form, which organizers then integrate into an interactive map and list for public use. The registry is currently in its second year of operation as a resource for the local community.
Timeline
October 31, 2026: Registry sign-up window closes
Industry Dynamics
The West Philly Fright Registry follows the pattern of hyper-local community mapping by digitizing neighborhood-specific participation to increase engagement. This project reflects a growing trend of digital-first community building, mirroring similar grassroots initiatives that aim to strengthen local ties through shared seasonal events.
Residents can utilize the registry to map out their Halloween routes or identify local events to attend within the designated 45th to 60th street boundary. Interested participants still have until the end of October to add their homes or events to the growing list.
The takeaway
Organizing a neighborhood registry is a low-cost, effective way to boost local engagement during seasonal holidays. Families can save time on planning by using these community-sourced tools to find the best local attractions.
Further reading
Learn more about local happenings in our Seasonal Events section.
More information
Access the full West Philly Fright Registry sign-up info to view the map or register your own display.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Billy Penn.
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