Celebrating Halloweentown: A Look at the Festivities in St. Helens

St. Helens, Oregon, is buzzing with excitement as it gears up for its annual Halloweentown festival, a month-long celebration dedicated to the beloved film that put the town on the map back in 1998. With an estimated 40,000-50,000 visitors flocking to the town in 2017, it’s clear that Halloweentown holds a special place in the hearts of fans both near and far.

One of the highlights of the festival is the reunion of the original cast of Piper-Cromwells, who came together for the first time since Halloweentown High. Kimberly J. Brown, who played Marnie Cromwell in the films, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to honor the late Debbie Reynolds and revisit the magical world of Halloweentown. “It’s such an honor that people want to come and hang out and see where it was filmed,” Brown shared. “Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined this is what we would be doing.”

While there are currently no official plans to continue the Halloweentown franchise, Judith Singer, the film’s producer, hinted at the possibility of a fifth movie in the future. “I would like to do it if the interest is there,” Singer revealed. “There was some talk about it a year and a half ago, but then it didn’t happen.” Singer even teased the idea of a musical or a prequel, showcasing her creative vision for the beloved series.

As fans eagerly await any news of a potential Halloweentown revival, St. Helens continues to embrace its role as the real-life Halloweentown, welcoming visitors to experience the magic of the film firsthand. With the festival in full swing, the town is alive with excitement and nostalgia, proving that the spirit of Halloweentown is truly timeless.