Halloweekend 鈥 one of the busiest weekends of the year.
As you can only imagine, TONS of Halloween events are happening this weekend, from haunted attractions to trunk-or-treats to costume contests. Beyond Halloween, though, you can expect Cyclovia, a record show, a Taylor Swift dance party, a couple vintage markets, the Cultura X Chicano Festival and live music across eight porches in a midtown neighborhood.
Of course, things can change quickly these days! Check for the latest info before heading out.
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Customers line up at The Curry Pot Sri Lankan Fusion food trailer at Casa Video and Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway, on July 20, 2023.听
Movies at Casa Video and Film Bar
Casa Video is screening Halloween and spooky movies all month long, including "House," "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" and "Frankenstein." Food trucks will accompany many of the screenings!
When:听Now through Oct. 31
Where:听Casa Video and Film Bar,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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Marana Pumpkin Patch & Farm Festival
Pick your perfect pumpkin, explore the corn maze and enjoy a number of kid-friendly activities such as carnival rides and a jumping pillow.
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 27
Where:听Marana Pumpkin Patch,听
Cost:听$20 and up. It's recommended to buy tickets in advance.
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The Slaughterhouse听
蜜柚直播's haunted house The Slaughterhouse is open for another year of scares with ghouls, butchers, chainsaws and clowns, also featuring a zombie shooting experience, mini escape rooms and axe throwing.听
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through Nov. 2
Where:听The Slaughterhouse,听
Cost:听$29 and up
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Terror in the Corn
This haunted attraction is back for yet another year of scares. Among the scary activities, expect a corn maze, a zombie shootout, an escape room, a vampire magic show and a circus featuring "3D horrors, terrifying live actors, heart-stopping animatronics and blood-curdling effects."
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through听Oct. 31, plus Oct. 30
Where:听
Cost:听$30 and up
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Nightfall
Nightfall has made its return to Old 蜜柚直播 with 10 scare zones听鈥 one more than last year 鈥 and four haunt mazes. Stunt shows, magic shows and comedic dissections are also on the agenda.
When:听6-11:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 24-27, plus Oct. 30
Where:听Old 蜜柚直播,听
Cost:听$29 and up
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蜜柚直播 Terrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival
The annual 蜜柚直播 Terrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival celebrates all things horror with the film festival at The Screening Room and the Horror-Con at the Ramada downtown.听The convention portion has been described as your typical convention experience, like 蜜柚直播 Comic-Con 鈥 but horror.
When:听Oct. 24-27
Where:听The Screening Room,听.; and Ramada,听
Cost:听$45 for all the films and both days of Horror-Con; $6 and up for individual films; $5 for each day of Horror-Con
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蜜柚直播 Ghost Tour
Take a tour through downtown 蜜柚直播 after dark, all while hearing haunted stories of spots around town.听
When:听7 p.m. select dates in October and November
Where:听Downtown 蜜柚直播, detailed directions will be emailed upon ticket purchase
Cost:听$25
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Events at Whiskey Del Bac
Whiskey Del Bac is organizing two presentations this week. During the first, you'll have the chance to sip on a chocolate-inspired cocktail while listening to a talk about chocolate-drinking traditions in the Southwest. A couple days later, a local wine expert will discuss the production of Pinot Noir, followed by a short chat from Whiskey Del Bac's head distiller. You'll get to try Whiskey Del Bac's release of their fall distiller's cut all while listening to live music and enjoying small bites.
When:听6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 for chocolate; 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for distiller's cut
Where:听Whiskey Del Bac,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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Painting & Vino
If you're looking for something a little more low key this Halloween, attend a paint night with Painting & Vino.听
When:听Various dates in October
Where:听Various locations
Cost:听$40-$45, recommended for ages 10 and up.
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Boo at the Zoo
Meet with princesses, pirates and superheroes at Reid Park Zoo's kid-friendly Halloween event. There will be comedic skeleton scenes, games, alien alley and candy stations.听
When:听6-8:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where:听Reid Park Zoo,听
Cost:听$15. Timed tickets are required, purchase in advance.
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Howl at the Museum
蜜柚直播 Museum of Art's Halloween-themed event returns! Enjoy an evening of music, drag performances, food vendors and a cocktail competition.
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听
Cost:听$50. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Queer Clothing Exchange
Take home a new-to-you item during this queer clothing exchange. Clothes, shoes and accessories are welcome!
When:听2-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Coalition Space,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Derek Gentry, owner of SoGayCrochet, crochets another duck to add to the stock of soft creatures on display at Ducky鈥檚 Banana Bread Bonanza at the Fourth Avenue Coalition Space on Sept. 21. SoGayCrochet will be at the upcoming Haunted Night Market as well.
Haunted Night Market
Bloodless Tattoo and Desert Designed Collective are collaborating on this spooky market featuring more than 20 vendors, flash tattoos, live music, drinks and a costume contest.听
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Owls Club,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Halloween Night Market
Local plant nursery Rozet is celebrating Halloween with a two-day market slated to include vendors, a haunted shade house, trick-or-treat stations, flash tattoos, tarot readings, a bounce house, face painting and food. Costumes are encouraged!
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Rozet Nursery,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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The Taylor Party: The TS Dance Party
This one's for you, Swifties. Dance the night away to all your favorite hits by Taylor Swift.
When:听8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Rialto Theatre,听
Cost:听$15 and up. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Final Friday Movie Club
Celestia Collective is screening "Death Becomes Her." After watching the movie, attendees will have the chance to discuss the film's plot and characters.
When:听6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Celestia Collective,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Not Too Frightful Fridays
Trail Dust Town is playing it safe this Halloween 鈥 no scares or haunts, just fun! Go trick-or-treating near the amusement rides, watch a Halloween-themed stunt show and enjoy fall-themed drinks and snacks.
When:听5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Trail Dust Town,听
Cost:听$8 wristbands for unlimited rides
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Trunk-or-Treat at the YMCA of Southern 蜜柚直播
Go trunk-or-treating at two YMCA locations this weekend.
When:听6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25; 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Ott Family YMCA,听, on Oct. 25; Northwest YMCA,听, on Oct. 26
Cost:听Free to attend
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Emo Nite at Club Congress
Enjoy the emo dance party of your dreams at Club Congress. One dollar from every ticket sold will go toward organizations that focus on missions like mental health, poverty and terminal illness.
When:听9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Club Congress,听
Cost:听$21 in advance, $24 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Vintage Pop-up
Six vendors will set up shop at Screwbean Brewing for a vintage-themed pop-up this Friday.
When:听Noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Screwbean Brewing,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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HighWire Lounge is known for its fun concoctions like the Pop Rocks pearl shot, right, and a Mexican candy pearl shot.
HighWire Halloween
HighWire is going big for Halloween with a full week of festivities in store, including costume contests, special cocktails and "Beetlejuice"-themed karaoke.
When:听Oct. 25-31
Where:听HighWire 蜜柚直播,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Tabu After Dark
New-ish downtown restaurant Tabu is hosting two nights of spooky cocktails, music and dancing. Don't forget your costume!
When:听8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Tabu,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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4th Friday Halloween Party
Prince Willie is hosting this Halloween bash at Mr. Head's during Halloweekend. Expect three DJs!
When:听10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Mr. Head's,听
Cost:听Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which听advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for 蜜柚直播's south-side and west-side communities.听
When:听6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听El Pueblo Center,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Pumpkin Fiesta
Head to Sonoran Glass School to see hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins. While you're there, you can watch live glassblowing demonstrations or make a pumpkin of your own.
When:听9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Sonoran Glass School,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping; to create your own pumpkin, fee starts at $65
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.听
When:听6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Dante's Fire,听
Cost:听$49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Pop Nights
DJ Bex is spinning all the pop hits of your dreams, from Britney Spears and Madonna to Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish.听
When:听Midnight to 2 a.m. Fridays
Where:听Hotel Congress,听
Cost:听Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Chinese Chorizo Festival
This month-long fest celebrates the lost historic food symbol of Chinese chorizo. Activities include talks, a cocktail competition and food vendors serving dishes made with Chinese chorizo.
When:听Select dates through early November
Where:听Various locations across 蜜柚直播听
Cost:听Varies based on event and menu item
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Southern AZ Home Show
The biannual Southern AZ Home Show is back at the 蜜柚直播 Convention Center where you can meet with hundreds of experts and vendors specializing in home improvement, interior design, outdoor living and more.
When:听10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where:听蜜柚直播 Convention Center,
Cost:听$8 for adults, free for kids ages 12 and under
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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting three music-themed laser shows this Friday, including shows paired with the tunes of Nine Inch Nails, Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
When:听Friday, Oct. 25; 6:30 p.m. for Nine Inch Nails, 8 p.m. for Metallica, 9:30 p.m. for Red Hot Chili Peppers
Where:听Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium,听
Cost:听$20.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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Events with Libra & Thorn
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting three events this weekend: two sound bath ceremonies and a cards and crafting social.
When:听6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 for sound bath; 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for cards and crafting
Where:听Libra & Thorn,听
Cost:听$10-$25
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore 蜜柚直播's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. The list of tours on the calendar for this weekend includes Santa Cruz River History, The History of Congress Street, Death After Dark and Public Art and Murals.
When:听Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Locations vary based on tour.
Cost:听$30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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The Witching Hour with Valley of the Moon
It's time for Valley of the Moon's fall show! Watch the mystical performance that includes a wizard, warlock, demonic companion and a demon hunter.
When:听Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27; performances start at 6 p.m. and run every 20 minutes through 8 p.m.
Where:听Valley of the Moon,听
Cost:听$10 for adults, $5 for youth, free for kids ages 7 and under
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October Wine and Craft Fair
Old Pueblo Cellars is hosting a craft fair featuring local artists, music, wine tastings and charcuterie boards.
When:听Noon to 5:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where:听Old Pueblo Cellars,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks. Reservations are required for wine tastings.
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Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting a free concert this Friday, featuring Good Trouble.
When:听7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Steam Pump Ranch,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food. Bring your own chair or blanket!
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Guitars Under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Every Friday and Saturday through November, Tohono Chul will be staying open late with live music, drinks and bites from the Garden Bistro.
When:听5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Nov. 30
Where:听Tohono Chul,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Fire Show at Sky Bar
Cirque Collective Fire Troupe puts on a 20-minute fire show every fourth Friday, right outside of Sky Bar.听
When:听8:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Sky Bar,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Evening traffic runs by the Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St., as dark settles over downtown, April 25, 2023.
Nightmare on Congress Street
It's almost time for one of the biggest parties of the year. This big bash at Hotel Congress features two costume contests, vendors, live music and drink specials.听
When:听7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Hotel Congress,听
Cost:听$15 in advance, $20 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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HallOVeen Spooktacular
Oro Valley is celebrating Halloween with an evening of vendors, music, jumping castles, crafts, food trucks and trunk-or-treating.听
When:听5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听James D. Kriegh Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Night of Fright
Throw on your costume and go trick-or-treating at the Pima Air & Space Museum! There will be kid-friendly games, crafts, performances and activities like a mini train ride and an inflatable maze.
When:听5-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Pima Air & Space Museum,听
Cost:听$25 per car. Pre-registration is required.
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Ghosts & Boots
The 蜜柚直播 Rodeo Committee is celebrating Halloween with two movies under the stars. Catch screenings of "Hotel Transylvania" and "Hocus Pocus" alongside free candy and a costume contest.
When:听5-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听蜜柚直播 Rodeo Grounds,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Art Festival
This two-day market in Oro Valley, hosted by SAACA, features more than 100 artisans in addition to music, food vendors, a beer garden, crafts for kids and costume contests.听
When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where:听Oro Valley Marketplace,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Cultura X Chicano Festival
With a goal of bringing the community together to celebrate culture and creativity, this festival will feature hip-hop performances and a break dance competition along with food trucks, vendors, a car show and a fashion show.
When:听2-9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where:听MSA Annex,听
Cost:听$5 presale, $10 at the door on Saturday; Sunday is free to attend
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Pictured is Native Seeds/SEARCH鈥檚 conservation center.
Native Seeds/SEARCH Plant Sale
Find wildflowers and landscape plants grown by Nighthawk Natives Nursery, in addition to herb and veggie starts grown by Native Seeds/SEARCH. This plant sale will also feature a pop-up shop with pantry items and other merchandise.听
When:听9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Native Seeds/SEARCH Conservation Center,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Beer, Bikes & Boos
Take a self-guided bike ride in your Halloween costume as part of Beer, Bikes & Boos in collaboration with Pueblo Vida Brewing Company, Dragoon Brewing Company and Westbound/Transit Cycles. Tickets include a beer at each location. There will be prizes for the best costumes!
When:听Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Various starting points.听
Cost:听$15. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Trunk-or-treat 2024
This event benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters, featuring trunk-or-treating, face painting, a costume contest, music and a photo booth.听
When:听3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Synergy Plaza,听
Cost:听Free to attend, register online
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Etcetera Vintage Market
Shop from local vintage vendors and fashion curators at Saturday's market, also featuring music and food.
When:听4-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Coalition Space,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Haunted Anime Festival
Kira Kira Collectibles is organizing this anime festival with vendors, cosplay, raffles and more activities.听
When:听2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听The Korean Rose,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for vendors and drinks
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's
Take a road trip to Apple Annie's in Willcox for a hayride to the pumpkin patch. Walk through a sunflower field, make your way through the 12陆-acre corn maze and pick some veggies to take home.
When:听The corn maze is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. You can pick pumpkins 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily 鈥 but the hayrides to the patch are only open weekends.听
Where:听, Willcox
Cost:听Corn maze is $10 for ages 12 and up, $8 for ages 3-11. Hayrides are $5 for ages 3 and up. Pumpkins range in price.
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A Night at the Museum
蜜柚直播 History Museum is celebrating Halloween with trick-or-treating, crafts, games, face painting and live performances from Kids Unlimited. At 9 p.m., the lights will go out in the museum for a ghost hunt for ages 12 and up. Costumes are encouraged!
When:听5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26; 9 p.m. for ghost hunt
Where:听蜜柚直播 History Museum,
Cost:听$10 for adults, $8 for kids, free for ages 6 and under. Ghost tour is $30 for ages 12 and up.
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Bruce Smith, owner of Cassidy Collectibles, poses for a photo with some of the records in his shop on Oct. 10. Smith will organize the 19th annual record show that will take place on Oct. 26.
蜜柚直播 Record Show
For 19 years, Cassidy Collectibles has been hosting the 蜜柚直播 Record Show featuring vendors selling records, CDs and music memorabilia of all genres.
When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Fraternal Order of Police Hall,
Cost:听$4 admission or $8 to enter an hour early. Bring money for shopping!
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"The Rocky Horror" Halloween Bash
The Loft Cinema is hosting its annual "Rocky Horror" Halloween bash! While the movie begins at 11:30 p.m., there will be pre-show activities including games, giveaways and a $100 prize for best costume.听
When:听10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听The Loft Cinema,听
Cost:听$8
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Redrum
Queer AF is organizing a Halloween event featuring two DJs, two stages, two bars, vendors and food. Wear red!
When:听10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Owls Club,听
Cost:听$20 in advance, $25 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Halloweed
Halloween? No. 蜜柚直播 Doobie is celebrating Halloweed听with a party that includes marijuana, a DJ, vendors, flash tattoos and mocktails.
When:听5-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Generation Cool,听
Cost:听$25 and up. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Southern 蜜柚直播 Transportation Museum Halloween Party
The Southern 蜜柚直播 Transportation Museum is hosting a Halloween party packed with candy and games. Don't forget your costume!
When:听10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Southern 蜜柚直播 Transportation Museum,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Chuck Huus, from Maine, takes a closer look at a display at the Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum, inside the old Pima County Courthouse.
Alfie Museum Trick-or-Treat
Go trick-or-treating at the University of 蜜柚直播 Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum! Wear your costume 鈥 the most creative will win a museum membership.听
When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum,听
Cost:听$5 for adults, free for kids
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A Halloween Themed Wine Tasting
Maynards Market is organizing a candy and wine pairing.
When:听2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Maynards,听
Cost:听$30. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Frights & Flips
Radiant Gymnastics is hosting a Halloween event featuring a haunted house, games, inflatables, face painting and a dunk tank. There will be food trucks too!
When:听5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Radiant Gymnastics,听
Cost:听$10 per child in advance, $15 day of. Parents enter for free.
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Snickerdoodle, 6, enjoys some chocolate and peanut butter ice cream served up by his owner, Virginia Roy, at Cones for Bones, 6121 E. Broadway, on Nov. 24. The ice cream is lactose- and sugar-free.
Cones For Bones Grand Re-opening
蜜柚直播's ice cream shop for dogs is under new ownership! Cones For Bones' grand re-opening celebration will feature vendors, food trucks and pet costume contests.听
When:听Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Cones For Bones,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Desert Artisans Market
Shop from 30 makers during this market along with facing painting, photo opportunities and candy for kids.
When:听Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听CATALYST in 蜜柚直播 Mall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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PCSD trunk-or-treat
Visit Kino Sports Complex for a trunk-or-treat event hosted by the Pima County Sheriff's Department.听
When:听4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Kino Sports Complex,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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The Halloween Hoedown
Country bar The Maverick is hosting its Halloween party on Oct. 26, featuring live music, drink specials and a costume contest with cash prizes.
When:听7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听The Maverick,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Halloween Dance Party
Gigi & the Glow will be performing '80s hits at St. Philip's Plaza's Halloween dance party, complete with a costume contest.
When:听6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听St. Philip's Plaza,听
Cost:听Free to attend, reserve a table through Union Public House; bring money for food and drinks
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History in the Park: Crime, Death and Hauntings in Historic 蜜柚直播
Held at the Fort Lowell Museum, this family-friendly event will include a haunted house, DIY candles themed for Dia de los Muertos and a performance from the 4th Cavalry Regimental Band. The event will also discuss crimes that took place in 蜜柚直播 history, along with forensics techniques of the 1800s.
When:听10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Fort Lowell Museum,听
Cost:听$5 for adults, free for kids 13 and under
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Kids Halloween Party at Stacks
Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley is hosting a Halloween party for kids, slated to feature a costume parade, Halloween-themed games and kid-friendly drink specials.
When:听3-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Stacks Book Club,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Stargazing with 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association
Join 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association for an evening of stargazing.
When:听7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Catalina State Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend; park entrance fees may apply
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Silent Adventures
Silent disco meets flash mob with Silent Adventures! Put on your headphones and dance your way through downtown 蜜柚直播 to the sound of Disney hits.
When:听4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Downtown 蜜柚直播
Cost:听$25 for adults, $15 for kids
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Artwork for sale hangs on the walls at Caf茅 54. The restaurant is a program of Coyote TaskForce.
A Night for the Living 2024
Coyote TaskForce, the nonprofit behind Cafe 54, is hosting a fundraiser party with dinner, drinks, music and games.
When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Cafe 54,听
Cost:听$50听
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Tohono O鈥檕dham Utilitarian Vessel Pottery Workshop
Tohono O'odham potter Kathleen Vance will teach attendees how to make small clay vessels.听
When:听10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Presidio Museum,听
Cost:听$65听
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Halloween Bar Crawl
This bar crawl hits seven downtown-area bars for drink specials and an afterparty. Don't forget your Halloween costume!
When:听4 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听HighWire 蜜柚直播,听
Cost:听$20-$30. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Halloween at Unscrewed Theater
Unscrewed Theater is hosting two family-friendly Halloween-themed shows this season. Costumes are welcome!
When:听7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for Monster Mash;听1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 for A Weenie Halloween
Where:听Unscrewed Theater,听
Cost:听$5-$10 for Monster Mash; $5 for A Weenie Halloween
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Car Show and Trunk-or-Treat
Check out this monthly car show, this time featuring a trunk-or-treat for kids.
When:听3-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Freddy's,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Archaeology Day at Mission Garden
Kids can learn hands-on archaeology skills at Mission Garden's monthly Archaeology Day.
When:听8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Mission Garden,听
Cost:听Free to attend, donations accepted
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Spooktacular in Sahuarita
This all-ages Spooktacular event in Sahuarita features trunk-or-treating, food trucks and family-friendly activities.
When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Sahuarita Town Hall,听, Sahuarita听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Great Pumpkin Celebration
Head to the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle for a screening of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown," in addition to fall crafts and snacks.
When:听4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Life under the Oaks Lavender Farm,听, Oracle
Cost:听$19 for ages 13 and up, free for kids 12 and under
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Hallowine
Take a mini road trip to Sonoita during Halloweekend. AZ Hops and Vines will be hosting karaoke and a costume contest, in addition to wine and candy pairings. But the grand finale: pumpkin chunkin, aka the sport of hurling a pumpkin.
When:听11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听AZ Hops and Vines,听, Sonoita
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for wine pairings
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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.
When:听11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Monsoon Chocolate,听
Cost:听$20
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Dog Adoptions at La Encantada
This event will host rescue dogs ready for adoption, in addition to a photo booth, raffle prizes and free treats for your four-legged friends.
When:听11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听La Encantada,
Cost:听Free to attend
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BICAS Crafternoons
Get free access to recycled bike art parts, tools and other materials and get creative! Once you're finished, you can donate your creation to BICAS or give a suggested donation to the nonprofit, if you're able to. Check in at the front counter before heading to the art area.
When:听1-4 p.m. Saturdays
Where:听BICAS,听
Cost:听Free to attend, donation suggested听
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Music on the Mountain
For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but made its highly anticipated comeback over the summer.听
When:听Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Mount Lemmon Lodge,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
Where:听Foothills Mall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When:听9-10 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where:听Udall Park,听, on Oct. 26; and Silverbell Park,听, on Oct. 27
Cost:听$25
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Cyclovia
Enjoy a day of car-free streets, where you can walk, bike or skate your way through 蜜柚直播 neighborhoods. It's essentially a big block party where you'll find activity hubs and food vendors along the route.
When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Armory Park to 37th Street and Eighth Avenue. See the route听.
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Garden District Porch Fest
Head to the family-friendly Garden District Porch Fest for an afternoon of live music performed on eight porches of the midtown Garden District neighborhood.听
When:听2:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Garden District in midtown
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money to tip musicians and buy food
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鈥淔right Light鈥 is a choreographed laser show of monsters dancing along to classic Halloween songs like 鈥淭he Monster Mash.鈥
Spooktacular Science
Science-themed activities abound! Check out Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium for kid-friendly Halloween activities, including crafts, slime, games, trick-or-treating and laser shows.
When:听Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium,听
Cost:听$18听
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Trick-or-Treat the Avenue
Head to North Fourth Avenue for a family-friendly afternoon of trick-or-treating down the historic street. There will be a costume contest at 1 p.m.
When:听11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听North Fourth Avenue. Costume contest is at Haggerty Plaza,听, at 1 p.m.
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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"Frankenweenie" Halloween Screening
The Loft Cinema is screening "Frankenweenie" during Halloweekend. There will be free candy while supplies last!
When:听2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听The Loft Cinema,听
Cost:听$8 for adults, $6 for kids ages 12 and under
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Trunk-or-Treat on Deuce Nine
A Hand Up Not A Hand Out is partnering with the City of 蜜柚直播 for this trunk-or-treat featuring free root beer floats, food trucks and music.
When:听6-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Freedom Park,
Cost:听Free to attend
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Howl-oween
It's a Halloween party for dogs! Bring your four-legged friends to St. Philip's Plaza for a pup parade, a costume contest and giveaways.
When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听St. Philip's Plaza,听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Halloqween Drag Brunch
Divas Illusion Show will be at Chela's for an afternoon of drag, fashion and brunch favorites. The best costume wins a cash prize!
When:听Noon on Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Chela's Latin Cuisine,听
Cost:听$20, includes a drink
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The Hotel Congress S茅ance Experience
The Hotel Congress S茅ance Experience is a live recreation of a Victorian Era-theatrical s茅ance "exactly as performed in 1800s" in the hotel's only third-floor room to survive its 1934 fire (be prepared to go up a few flights of stairs).
When:听6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. Sundays
Where:听Hotel Congress,听
Cost:听$15 for general admission, $30 for VIP. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Scarrieoke听
Bumsted's is taking on Halloween with a night of karaoke, drink specials and a costume contest.
When:听4 p.m. to midnight Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Bumsted's,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Dive Bar Art Market
Mr. Head's is hosting an art market featuring local vendors with plushies, apparel, jewelry, stickers and more.
When:听1-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Mr. Head's,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for drinks and shopping
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El Jefe Cat Cafe invites visitors to lounge with 35 cats and kittens in its 3-story space at 3025 N. Campbell Ave. All the felines are from Finally My Forever Home Rescue and are ready for adoption. For more information visit: Video by: Mamta Popat, 蜜柚直播
Cat Events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo or enjoying a yoga session.
When:听Sunday, Oct. 27; 10-11 a.m. for yoga; 6-7 p.m. for bingo
Where:听El Jefe Cat Cafe,听
Cost:听$18 for yoga;听$14 for bingo, reservations required听
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Gloria was born and raised in 蜜柚直播 and is a 2018 University of 蜜柚直播 grad. From wildflowers to wildlife, she loves all things 蜜柚直播 and hopes to share her love of the city with readers 鉁
Gloria Knott
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