Abbott Elementary season 4 episode 4 preview: When to watch and what the new episode is about

Halloween has officially arrived in the new episode of Abbott Elementary season 4! On this week's episode, the teachers and staff at our favorite school will be dressing up and getting into the spooky spirit just like us. How fun is that!? So when is this fun episode set to air, and what else is it about?

Abbott Elementary season 4 episode 4, "Costume Contest," premieres Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 at 9:30 p.m. ET on ABC. So be sure to set those alarms, you don't want to miss it! That's going to be an 8:30 p.m. CT air time for those of you in the Midwest. So be sure you'll be seated. Here's the release times by time zone below:

• East coast: 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 30
• West coast: 6:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, Oct. 30
• Midwest: 8:30 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Oct. 30
• Mountain: 7:30 p.m. MT on Wednesday, Oct. 30

Whether you choose to rewatch the episode after it airs live or you like to tune in to Abbott Elementary season 4 on streaming, you can do so thanks to Hulu. New episodes are added to the streamer the next day on Thursdays. So season 4 episode 4 will be available starting Thursday, Oct. 31 (on Halloween day!) at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET.

What is the new Abbott Elementary season 4 episode about?

As mentioned above, it's all about Halloween in this new episode of the ABC comedy. And based off the title and promotional images, it looks like there's going to be some friendly competition going on. Are Ava, Mr. Johnson, and a couple of students going to be the judges? Who's going to take home Best Costume? Let's find out what else is in store:

"It’s Halloween at Abbott Elementary! Janine and Gregory proudly show off their couple’s costume, but it fails to translate. Meanwhile, Barbara faces pushback from parents concerned about hygiene and her beloved apple-bobbing tradition. "

I'm sorry to say but it is true. I'm having trouble figuring out what Janine and Gregory's couple's costume is too. Do you know what it is? Either way, I'm loving how they're doing things together and that they're finally a couple now. So whatever they want to dress up as is fine by me! Check out some more photos below.

Abbott Elementary season 4 episode 4, "Costume Contest," premieres Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 at 9:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Stream new episodes on Hulu the next day.