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VIDEO: Every October, A Tiny Oregon Town Turns Into “Halloweentown”

We sent a videographer to capture the spirit.

By Josh O'Rourke

Oregon has its very own Halloweentown.

Parts of the cult classic 1998 Disney Channel original movie Halloweentown were filmed in St. Helens, Oregon.

To celebrate, each October, downtown St. Helens turns into a literal Halloweentown—a place where every day is Halloween. We sent a videographer to capture the spirit:

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Josh O'Rourke

Josh O'Rourke

Josh originally hails from Northern California, where he picked up a beer, wine, and film habit before heading north for greener pastures and better beer.