Happy Halloween! If you’re looking for some damned-type fun this October, here’s the biggest and best list of Halloween events in Connecticut, ranging from haunted attractions and hayrides to graveyard tours and family Halloween events. (Events are in chronological order by county.)
We’ve updated the list for 2023, however, be aware that dates/times/prices may be different than what you see here. Also check ahead as sometimes events will be sold out or canceled at the last minute, especially outdoor events that depend on good weather.
We regularly update this list with new events, so if you know of something, please send it to us at damnedct@gmail.com!
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Fairfield County
Hartford County
Litchfield County
Middlesex County
New Haven County
New London County
Tolland County
Windham County
Fairfield County
Legends of Fear
September 23 – November 4 (weekends); 7-10 pm
Fairview Tree Farm, 2 Saw Mill City Rd., Shelton
Admission: The Hallow $32; haunted hayride $32; combo ticket $60 (other packages available)
legendsoffear.com
More info: Try your luck at The Hallow, which includes four attractions: the Melonhead Revenge Trail (a one-mile haunted trek), Pine Hills Parish, The Dark Harvest, or the all-new Hemlock Manor Mortuary. Or visit the haunted hayride, which offers 1.5 miles in the dark with fifty creatures of the night waiting for you! Plus, a full concession with hot dogs, hot popcorn, candy, soda, hot chocolate and more.
Fright Haven
September 23 – October 31; Fridays-Sundays, 7-10 pm
411 Barnum Cutoff, Stratford Square, Stratford
Admission: $25-$35; VIP fast pass +$15, Front of the line +$35
frighthaven.com
More info: One of the state’s largest and scariest indoor haunted attractions is “back from the dead” with two attractions under one roof: Witching Hour and Hotel Hex.
Halloween Glow in the Park
October 7-28; 5-9 pm
The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum, 4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport
Admission: $55
myadventurepark.com/location/bridgeport-ct
More info: Glow in the Park is a nighttime event in which the outdoor adventure park literally glows! Brightly shining lights illuminate your way while you zipline, work the ropes and traverse through the treetops while listening to Halloween music.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Comes to Life
October 13; 7:30 pm
Weston History & Cultural Center, 104 Weston Road, Weston
Admission: $15
westoncthistory.org
More info: Travel back in time with actor and storyteller Bryan Patrick Stoyle when he brings to life the haunting tale of a Connecticut schoolmaster’s destiny in Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”
Scary Tales: The Brothers Grimm
October 13-31; Fri.-Sun.. 7-11:30 pm
The SoNo Collection, 100 North Water St., South Norwalk
Admission: $25 + fees (VIP $40 + fees)
Thenorwalkconservatory.org
More info: A haunted house guaranteed to make you cry for your mommy. With dozens of live actors, two bars, and enough thrills for a lifetime, the haunt takes 30 minutes to walk through. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Newtown Spooktacular Family Fun Event
October 27; 5:30-8:20 pm
Newtown Community Center, 8 Simpson St., Newtown
Admission: $5
newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
More info: A spooky evening filled with activities for the whole family, including games, DJ dance party, a hayride, costume contest, and more.
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Hartford County
Rails to the Darkside
September 29 – October 28; Fri.-Sat., 7-9:30 pm
Connecticut Trolley Museum, 58 North Rd., East Windsor
Admission: $30 (ages 16+)
ct-trolley.org
More info: Come for a scare if you dare…the next trolley ride is an express to the Darkside! During this haunted experience, ride vintage trolleys into the dark woods for a fear that you will never forget. Listen to the tale of yesteryear, as you learn of a hastily moved cemetery whose bodies were left behind…their angry souls seeking their revenge. Will you survive?
Graveyard Shift Tours
September 29 – October 28; Fridays & Saturdays, 6-9 pm; also select Thursdays
Mark Twain House Museum, Hartford
Admission: $29 ($21 ages 10-16; not recommended for under 10)
marktwainhouse.org
More info: Make a nighttime visit to the Victorian home of Mark Twain, a journey into the paranormal and haunted history. Featured on SyFy’s Ghost Hunters, Ghost Hunters Academy, and Biography Channel’s My Ghost Story, you’re in for a night of mystery filled with creepy stories and exclusive accounts of unexplained encounters in the Clemens family home.
Witch’s Dungeon Classic Movie Museum
September 30 – October 31; Fri.-Sun, 6-9 pm by appointment only
103 E. Main St., Plainville
Admission: TBA
preservehollywood.org
More info: The Witch’s Dungeon celebrates more than 50 years with chilling displays featuring life-sized wax figures from classic horror films as well as movie props.
Phantom Fall Fest
September 29 – October 29; Friday 6-10 pm, Sat & Sun., noon-10 pm
Lake Compounce, Bristol
Admission: $59.99 (early bird discounts available)
lakecompounce.com
More info: Get ready for two totally different Halloween experiences based on the time of day. Come early for kid-size thrills, then at 6 PM the fear kicks in gear with four haunted houses, three scare zones, and themed food and drinks.
“Light into the Dungeon”: A Jack O’ Lantern Experience
September 29 – October 29; Thurs.-Mon., noon-6 pm
Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, 115 Newgate Rd., East Granby
Admission: $20 (in advance only)
portal.ct.gov
More info: Experience the Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine like never before! In the late 18th century, people incarcerated at New-Gate Prison were housed in the abandoned copper mine in total darkness. This October, it will be “Light into the Dungeon” as a 100-yard loop of the underground mine will be illuminated by 300 professionally carved jack o’lanterns.
Haunt on Eden: Klowns ‘N Khaos
September 30 – October 28; Fridays & Saturdays 7-10 pm
Mt Southington Ski Area, 396 Mt Vernon Rd, Southington
Admission: $22
hauntoneden.com
More info: Get ready for some heart-pounding and spine-tingling at this walk-through haunted attraction, nestled on the grounds of Mount Southington Ski Area As the sun sets, the suspense begins. Are you brave enough to face the horrors lurking within? Get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you screaming for more!
Howl of a Night
October 5-8; Thurs. & Sat. 8 pm, Sun. 2 pm
Little Theatre of Manchester, 177 Hartford Rd., Manchester
Admission: $10-$25
cheneyhall.org
More info: Local playwrights bring four frighteningly funny and original radio plays to life, accompanied by captivating live sound effects and nostalgic vintage commercials – a Halloween treat you won’t want to miss!
Spirited Social
October 12; 6-9 pm
Wadsworth Atheneum, 29 Atheneum Square, Hartford
Admission: $25
thewadsworth.org
More info: After dark, the boundaries between art and the supernatural blur. Jumpstart your Halloween season at this costumed 21+ social. Pick your poison from the night’s lineup of spooktacular activities, including: special-effects makeup demonstrations; an immersive display room filled with curiosities and oddities; outdoor witch trials history tour of the Ancient Burying Ground; a screening of Guillermo del Toro’s horror film The Devil’s Backbone; treats, drinks, and music
Phantasmagoria
October 13-22; Fridays & Saturdays, 6 & 7:30 pm
Isham-Terry House, 211 High St., Hartford
Admission: TBD
ctlandmarks.org
More info: A ghost-hunting duo investigates an old Victorian mansion, hoping to catch evidence of the supernatural. They have been led there by the stories of a mysterious dinner party that had gone missing in the 19th century, and have invited the audience to help discover the truth, and maybe find a ghost (or two!)
Spooktacular Celebration
October 15; 11 am – 5 pm
Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center, 22 Iron Horse Blvd., Simsbury
Admission: $10
simsburycoc.org/spooktacular
More info: Attendees will enjoy food trucks, entertainment, costume contests, games, and activities for the whole family.
Angels Among Us
October 19; 10 am
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford
Admission: $10 (reservations in advance only)
cedarhillfoundation.org
More info: Learn about the angels and allegorical figures that grace the landscape of Cedar Hill Cemetery. From the angel Gabriel to representations of Faith, Hope, and Memory, Foundation Director Beverly Lucas will acquaint you with the figural monuments in the historic cemetery.
West Hartford Hauntings
October 19-21, 26-28; 6-8:45 pm
North Cemetery, West Hartford
Admission: $15 in advance (10 and up only)
noahwebster.yapsody.com
More info: West Hartford Hauntings, the Noah Webster House and West Hartford Historical Society’s spooky, theatrical cemetery tour, returns! By lantern light, your ghostly guide leads you through the graves of Old North Cemetery where you experience tales of murder, disease, and dismemberment!
Ghost Tour, Memento Mori
October 21; 3-5 pm
Stanley-Whitman House, 37 High Street, Farmington
Admission: $20; member $15
s-wh.org
More info: In use as early as 1660, Farmington’s Old Cemetery on Main Street was the town’s boneyard and remained so until the end of the 19th century. Come learn about the cemetery’s history and development along with stories about some of its “residents” and a few tall tales – some spooky ones too!
Witches & Tombstone Tour
October 21-28; 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum, Old Wethersfield
Admission: $25-$30
webb-deane-stevens.org
More info: An up-close-and-creepy examination of all things funereal, the tour begins with the Stevens House where visitors will step back in time and into the parlor set up for the wake of little Henry Stevens, who perished in 1828 at the age of three. Next stop is the Wethersfield Ancient Burying Ground, followed by a visit to the Buttolph-Williams House, for tales from the notorious Wethersfield Witch Trials—which preceded the Salem Witch Trials by 30 years!
Hallowed History Lantern Tour
October 27; 6-9 pm
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford
Admission: $20 (reservations in advance only; ages 13 and up)
cedarhillfoundation.org
More info: History comes alive on this lantern-led tour of Cedar Hill Cemetery. Character actors share tantalizing true stories of some of the notable and not-so-notable residents.
Mama D’s Outrageous Halloween Romp
October 27-31; 7:30 pm
Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Rd, West Hartford
Admission: $25
playhouseonpark.org
More info: Be afraid. Be very afraid! Mama D’s Outrageous Romp is back with a BOOtiful cast ready to celebrate Halloween with some Boos and Booze! Creator, Darlene Zoller, and her partner in crime, Music Director, Colin Britt, are bringing sexy back with this adults-only show guaranteed to knock your socks off.
Halloween in the Hangers Brew Fest
October 28; 6-10 pm
New England Air Museum, 36 Perimeter Road, Windsor Locks
Admission: $50 (VIP $65; designated driver $15)
ctbeerfest.com
More info: Halloween in the Hangars Brew Fest is a costume craft beer festival, featuring dozens of local breweries, live music, and food trucks!
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Litchfield County
Hollowed Harvest
October 1-29; Thursday – Sunday
Camp Mattatuck, Plymouth
Admission: $20; children $16 (tickets must be purchased in advance)
hollowedharvest.com
More info: The Hollowed Harvest brings to life more than 7,000 incredible Jack-O’-Lanterns, creating stunning landscapes and larger-than-life displays designed to amaze audiences of all ages! Alternatively, the Hollowed Harvest: Wicked Labyrinth features 1,000 intricately carved Jack-O’-Lanterns celebrating the attention to small details that make Jack-O’-Lanterns the beloved fall art tradition they’ve come to be!
Scarrybrooke Haunted Trail
October 13-14, 20-21, 6-10 pm
Harrybrooke Park, 100 Still River Dr., New Milford
Admission: $20-$40
harrybrookepark.org
More info: Prepare for the scare! If you’ve been before, you know what can happen but you can never even imagine what’s on deck this year! Walk the park after dark and experience all that can go bump in the night, see what might be hiding in the trees, and feel the terror!
Woodbury Lions Club Haunted Hayride
October 20-28; Fridays & Saturdays 6:30-9 pm
Mitchell School, 14 School St., Woodbury
Admission: $15
woodburyctlions.org
More info: Climb onto tractor-towed wagons and ride around some of the spooky fields and cemeteries in Woodbury. If you’re lucky, you may see some of the ghosts, ghouls, zombies, and other denizens of the dark that only come out this time of year. With another hayride, there’s another new theme for the 3D Haunted Barn.
Corn Maze Flashlight Nights
October 14, 21 & 28; 5:30 pm
Farmstead Location of The Farm, 281 Weekeepeemee Rd., Route 32, Woodbury
Admission: $14; youth (6-11) $8
thefarmwoodbury.com
More info: An ultimate adventure—embark on an evening in the corn field maze. Walk through the Alice in Wonderland adventure-themed maze. Bring your flashlights and coats!
Lantern Tour of the Plymouth Burying Ground and Underground Railroad
October 21; 7-8:30 pm
Plymouth Congregational Church, 10 Park Street, Plymouth
Admission: $10 (cash only; reservations required by phone 860.921.6118)
plymouthct.us
More info: Learn how the inscriptions and symbols on the gravestones provide clues to life in colonial Connecticut. The Burying Ground dates to 1747 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The tour includes a visit to a house that was on the Underground Railroad, where we will see the secret passages in the cellar providing sanctuary to slaves seeking their freedom.
Glebe House All Hollow’s Special Events
October 21 & 28
Glebe House, 49 Hollow Rd., Woodbury
Admission: $11 (reservations required)
glebehousemuseum.org
More info: Two special events: On Oct. 21, cemetery tours will be guided by lantern light, visitors will visit the final resting (?) spots of some of Woodbury’s famous and infamous residents. On Oct. 28, The Witch of Woodbury returns to tell tales and spread Halloween cheer. On both nights, the haunted museum and garden will also be open to guests, if they dare!
Lantern Tour: Tales of Two Cemeteries
October 28; 7 pm
Lock Museum of America, 230 Main Street, Terryville
Admission: $10 (cash only; reservations required info@lockmuseumadventure.org or text 860.921.6118)
lockmuseumadventure.org
More info: Terryville becomes Scaryville as you tour the two cemeteries and hear the histories of those interred there. Listen to tales of unsolved mysteries as ghosts of famous former residents appear along the way.
47th Annual Kent Pumpkin Run
Downtown Kent
October 29
Admission: $20
kentpumpkinrun.com
More info: The 5-mile run returns to an in-person event this year—runners in costume are encouraged, as are donations of non-perishable goods for the Kent Food Bank!
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Middlesex County
Evidence of Evil
September 29 – November 4; Fri., Sat. & Sun., dusk to 10 pm
Lyman Orchards, Middlefield
Admission: $28 (online tickets only)
lymanorchards.com
More info: Something is lurking deep in the woods of Lyman Orchards! Do you dare enter the dark orchards after dusk? Connecticut’s Interactive Haunted Attraction will send you running for the hills with four new terrifying frights along the haunted trail.
Haunting at The Ridge & Zombie Lounge
September 28 – October 28;
Powder Ridge Mountain Park Resort, 99 Powder Hill Road, Middlefield
Admission: $32
powderridgepark.com
More info: Are you brave enough to take a chair lift ride up the mountain into the dark? There’s no turning back, there’s no escape! Get ready for the haunt of your life! Graveyard Productions brings its trademark thrills and chills to Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort with this one-of-a-kind haunt that is not for the faint of heart.
The Ride at Pumpkintown U.S.A.
October 1-31; daily 10 am – 5 pm
93 East High St., East Hampton
Admission: Packages start at $20 (reservations required)
pumpkintown.com
More info: A family-friendly Halloween event in which participants stay safely in their cars and cruise a scenic 20-minute trail featuring multiple scenes of the pumpkin people going about their lives.
Boos & Brews
October 6 & 26; 4:45 & 6:45 pm
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, 1 Railroad Ave, Essex
Admission: $72.99
essexsteamtrain.com
More info: Venture to new haunted locations with the original CT Ghost Hunters! Enjoy 4 hours of investigating some of the creepiest locations around the Essex station grounds, aboard the moving train and on the Deep River station property.
Cursed Orchard Haunted Hayride
October 13-29; Friday & Saturday 7-9:30
Yankee Cider Company, 18 Petticoat Lane, East Haddam
Admission: $30
cursedorchardhaunts.com
More info: A dark and foreboding fog has rolled in across the apple orchards and has brought with it horrors of a nightmarish nature. One by one, farm workers have turned into something monstrous and surreal and have been snatching up livestock and visitors alike to feed their unquenchable thirst. Embark on a hayride journey across the cursed acreage as you seek to find any souls that can still be saved.
Train to the Pumpkin Patch
October 14 & 21; 4:45 & 6:45 pm
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, 1 Railroad Ave, Essex
Admission: $38.99
essexsteamtrain.com
More info: Hop on board a historic steam train at Essex Station for a scenic morning ride through the lower CT River Valley that stops at a beautiful meadow pumpkin patch! Bring the whole family and take in the autumn ambiance as you are transported to the Essex Steam Train’s hidden Pumpkin Patch. Here, each child gets to select their own special pumpkin and families can take advantage of a great photo opportunity!
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New Haven County
Spirits of Milford Ghost Walks
September 23 – November 10; Fri. & Sat. 7 & 8 pm
Starting at Hotchkiss Bridge, downtown Milford
Admission: starts at $23
spiritsofmilford.com
More info: Led by Cindy Wolfe Boynton, author and storyteller, these lantern-lit tours through downtown Milford weave tales of the macabre with those of local history. The walks follow a roughly 1.15-mile loop through downtown Milford, including stops at some of the city’s oldest homes and Milford Cemetery.
The New Haven Ghost Tour
September 24 – November 4; nightly at 7:30 pm
1070 Chapel Street, New Haven
Admission: Prices range depending on attendees
ghostsofnewhaven.com
More info: Go inside the Grove Street Cemetery, find out about the phantom of Geronimo, and try not to sink in New Haven Harbor. Try not to be scared by stories of ghosts, antique sites, scandalous tales, and strange things.
Trail of Terror
September 30 – October 29; Friday & Saturday, 7-11 pm, Sundays 7-10 pm
PNC Park, Wallingford
Admission: $40 VIP; $25 admission (all tickets must be purchased in advance)
trailofterror.com
More info: Celebrating more than 20 years of terror, this award-winning outdoor haunted attraction takes visitors on a 45-minute scream-filled journey through more than three acres of spooky scenes and living nightmares.
The Pumpkin Patch/Murder on the Shore Line Express
October 6-30; Pumpkin Patch Sat & Sun 11 am – 4 pm, Murder Fri & Sat 7-10 pm
The Shoreline Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven
Admission: Prices vary for each
hauntedisle.org
More info: Visit the patch and enjoy a trolley ride, a grounds visit, and one pumpkin and puzzle book for each child. And don’t forget, plenty of photo ops! And at night, the Haunted Trolley (reservations required) leaves the depot for a curated experience featuring an unforgettable one-hour ride aboard an ancient trolley with hosts who will turn your evening into an other-worldly journey.
Ghosts and Legends with Jeff Belanger
October 6; 7 pm
Seymour Public Library, Seymour
Admission: Free
seymourpubliclibrary.org
More info: Prepare to explore the unexplained! Belanger is a well-known author, investigator, and podcaster, has written for newspapers such as the Boston Globe and USA Today. He can be seen on “New England Legends” series on PBS/Amazon Prime and is the series writer and researcher for “Ghost Adventures” on the Travel Channel.
Terror at Quassy
October 6-29; Friday, Saturday, & Sundays, 7-10 pm
Lake Quassapaug, Middlebury
Admission: $29.99 (plus $10 parking)
quassy.com
More info: Beware! Not for the faint of heart and not recommended for young children. Numerous haunt attractions with live actors and entertainment. Food, beverages and gift shop. Major rides will operate.
The Panto of the Opera
October 13-29
Milford Arts Council, Milford
Admission: $30
pantochino.com
More info: Pantochino’s topsy-turvy new musical take on the ‘phantom’ phenomenon will haunt the halls of the MAC with hilarity! Performed in the traditionally wild and wonderful panto style (like last season’s acclaimed “Christmas Carol”), this is the must-see musical experience—fun for the entire family. Parents, no it’s not frightening—it’s funny!
Dinner with the Dead
October 16; 6 pm
Stonebridge Restaurant, Milford
Admission: $90
spiritsofmilford.com More info: Join Spirits of Milford Ghost Walks for a “Dinner with the Dead” — a scarily delicious buffet meal at Stonebridge Restaurant in Milford, followed by renowned psychic medium Patty Griffin performing a gallery reading to connect with deceased loved ones.
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New London County
Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours
October 1-31; multiple nights & tours
Downtown Mystic
Admission: Tours start at $30 (reservations required)
seasideshadows.com
More info: Courtney McInvale, author of Haunted Mystic, and her team will guide you by lantern light through downtown Mystic, past local haunts and through cemeteries, sharing local lore and legends. Special events this year include: Ghost paint & sip + tour, plus beer and pub crawls.
The Dark Manor
September 29 – October 29; Fri.-Sun., plus Oct. 18-19 & 25-26, 6:30-11 pm
25 Main Street, Baltic
Admission: $22; $35 for peak days, $30 VIP
thedarkmanor.com
More info: The Manor is home to the ghastly entities that haunt its hallowed grounds. Many are driven mad by the terror lurking in every shadow; their desperate screams echoing endlessly down the twisting trail—screams echoing through the desolate Connecticut countryside.
Pumpkin Passage
September 29 – October 30; Fri.-Sun. 5 pm
The Dinosaur Place, 1650 Hartford New London Tpke., Oakdale
Admission: $26-$49
naturesartvillage.com
More info: The Dinosaur Place once again opens the gates for all things magical and mystical — get ready for the annual Halloween Pumpkin Passage. A toddler-friendly trail of lights and fun family activities await.
Hempsted Halloween
October 14; 4 pm
Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempsted St., New London
Admission: $5
ctlandmarks.org
More info: Get into the spirit of the season and meet the ghosts of New Londoners with ghoulish stories to tell. Hear their tales and talk with them if you dare! Experience the city’s oldest house at twilight and make s’mores over an open fire.
All Hallows Weekend at the Connecticut Renaissance Faire
October 14-15; 10:30 am – 6 pm
Lebanon Country Fairgrounds, Lebanon
Admission: $16; youth $10
ctfaire.com
More info: Beware! All Hallows Weekend at The Connecticut Renaissance Faire is a celebration of ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night. Don your favorite costume and revel in Halloween fun.
Halloween Town
October 20; 6-9 pm
Waterfront Park, New London
Admission: Free
downtownnewlondonassociation.com
More info: Dare to be scared. Have the courage to face things that go bump in the night? If so, you are invited to come to a spooky Halloween destination, New London Halloween Town. Trick or trunk, a costume contest, and more!
Haunted History, A Paranormal Investigation
October 27-28
Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Washington Street, Norwich
Admission: TBA
leffingwellhousemuseum.org
More info: Join the Arrowhead Paranormal team in a public investigation at the Leffingwell House Museum. Use the tools and learn the techniques of a paranormal investigative team while searching the museum for paranormal activity.
Mystic Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat Festival
October 29; 1-3 pm
Water Street, Mystic
Admission: Free
mysticchamber.org
More info: Join the Mystic Fire Department, Stonington Police Department, Groton Town Police, Stonington High School and the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce for a Spooktacular Halloween event.
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Tolland County
Halloween Glow in the Park
October 7-28; Saturdays 5 pm
The Adventure Park at Storrs, 2007 Storrs Rd., Storrs
Admission: $45
myadventurepark.com/location/storrs-ct
More info: Glow in the Park is a nighttime event in which the outdoor adventure park literally glows! Brightly shining lights illuminate your way while you zipline, work the ropes and traverse through the treetops while listening to Halloween music.
Uncle Sleazo’s Toxic and Terrifying T.V. Hour
October 21; 7:30 pm
Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Cir, Storrs
Admission: Free (reservation required)
bimp.ticketleap.com/sleazo
More info: From Director Lucky Cerruti and Dead Vision Productions comes an evening of truly frightening tales of terror with your favorite horror host, Uncle Sleazo. From blood-soaked creature features, to atmospheric frights and everything in between.
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Windham County
Nightmare on Main: All Hallows Eve, Creeping Through Time
October 6-21; Fri & Sat, multiple times
Eastern CT Veterans Community Center, 47 Crescent St, Willimantic
Admission: $15
americamuseum.org
More info: Nightmare on Main is an annual “haunted house” type of event for folks over ten years old. You will be on a guided tour through time, and spooky places, where you will discover the chilling origins of Halloween starting from ancient times and evil spirits to our current day celebrations.
Zombie Fashion Show
October 6; 7 pm
Rotary Park, Putnam
Admission: Free
discoverputnam.com/zombiefashionshow
More info: From mini-monsters, creepy couples, fiendish families and more, The Zombie Fashion Show will have at all! The spectacle begins with zombies of all ages as they stroll down the putrid runway for prizes. The bandstand stage will allow for more moldy models to join in and do their best zombie walk or crawl to a killer soundtrack provided by non other than DJ “Scary” (Gary) O of WINY Radio.
NECT Great Pumpkin Festival
October 21; 10 am – 3 pm
Downtown Putnam
Admission: Free
discoverputnam.com/greatpumpkinfestival
More Info: With an array of family-friendly activities, this event features The Official Great Pumpkin, 13th Annual Scarecrow Contest, craft and art vendors, fantastic live music, activities for the kids, special pumpkin-themed menus, and more!
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