There are plenty of things happening in October to help you get into the Halloween spirit, from glowing dinosaurs, a headless horseman, flashlight tours among mummies, a melodrama, multiple horror movies, cult classics like “Hocus Pocus” and “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (It’s a half-century old!) to safe alternatives for collecting candy.
Here is a list of area events, attractions and activities to fit every level of thrill seeker, from kids to adults.
All ages and family-friendly
Botanica, 701 N. Amidon, has brought back BOOtanica this year as a three-weekend fall festival in October. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Fridays and 2-10 p.m. Saturdays from Oct. 11 to 25. Activities include axe throwing, pumpkin carving, trick or treating, face painting, strolling through scarecrows and spooky lighted trees, contest showdowns and a variety of entertainment. Local food trucks will also be on site.
Every night from 6-10 during BOOtanica, Flying Pig Improv will showcase spooky fun in the Haunted Shakespeare Garden. Other nightly entertainment from 7-10 includes western dancing, aerial acrobatics, a DJ Carbon show and live, local bands. The lineup can be found online…