Music:
The Special EFX All Stars 40th Anniversary Tour comes to the Lyman Center on the campus of Southern CT State University tonight at 8pm. It’s part of the Lyman Fall Jazz Series. www.lymancenter.org
Grammy Award Winner Samara Joy returns to the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts tonight at 8pm. www.jorgensen.uconn.edu
Halloween Fun:
The Witch's Dungeon Classic Movie Museum, 103 East Main St, Plainville welcomes bats and ghouls to it’s 57th continuous year in CT. Open every weekend Fri. thru Sun. 6pm to 9pm - The museum is really two museums - containing "Makeup & Original Movie Props" from Oscar winning makeup artists such as John Chambers & Dick Smith, with original makeup from “The Exorcist”, “Planet Of The Apes”, and props from “E.T.”, “Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea”, “Raiders of the Lost Ark" and more. Plus a full "Wax Museum” featuring accurate figures & sets from films of Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney and others, with special voice tracks and a guided tour of both museums. Also open Oct. 31st - 6pm to 9pm and year round on weekends. 860-817-6095 or www.preservehollywood.org
Hungerford Nature Center’s annual Pumpkin Palooza will be held on Friday and Saturday 6:30-9:00pm at 191 Farmington Avenue, Kensington. Walk along our trails and gaze at the lighted carved pumpkins. Enjoy complimentary cider, coffee, and donut holes. The fun continues with Halloween themed crafts and games. Treats and goodies will be available for purchase. Members: Adults $8, Children $4; Non-Members: Adults $10, Children $5. Children under 2 are free. Event is rain or shine. In case of severe weather, please check www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org and social media for updates. For further information call 860-827-9064.
Phantom Fall Fest continues at Lake Compounce Friday nights 6-10pm and Saturday and Sundays noon to 10pm with fear kicking in at 6pm. Enjoy 4 haunted attractions including new ones "Sinister Circus" and "Deadsville" plus the return of M-Alice in Wonderland PLUS Scare Zones throughout the park. No BOO Necklaces are available to keep the creeps at bay! THIS SATURDAY, bring your werewolves, witches and woofers, to the annual dog costume parade! Puppers and their parents are invited to the park in their Halloween best for a spooktacular canine carnival in partnership with the Meriden Humane Society! Those who bring a donation of dog treats, toys or food valued at $10 or more will receive free parking for them and their pouch during the park’s beloved Howl-o-ween Dog Costume Parade. The parade will take place at 2 p.m. but pups and their parents are invited to play all day as they enjoy pup cups, delicious Halloween treats, pick their own pumpkins and more! www.lakecompounce.com
Legends of Fear Haunted Hayride and Trail in Shelton brings thrills and chills Saturday through November 4th. www.legendsoffear.com
Graveyard Shift Ghost Tours is back at the Mark Twain House and Museum, 351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford. Featured on Syfy's Ghost Hunters and Biography's My Ghost Story, The Mark Twain House and Museum is filled with haunted history, dark tales, and Victorian traditions surrounding seances and spirits. Take a ghost tour and hear all about these investigations and learn about Mark Twain's own interest in the supernatural. Tickets $21-$26. www.marktwainhouse.org/events
Scarecrows on Main inhabits the historic district of charming Old Wethersfield every day in October 8am to 10pm. Bring the family to see an extensive and creative display of scarecrows along Main Street. Grab a bite at the local ice cream parlor, pizza shop, cafe or restaurant while enjoying this lively and unique scarecrow display in the midst of historic homes, museums and architecture. https://oldwethersfield.com/event/scarecrows-along-main-street-2/
Six Flags New England leaves no tombstone unturned to deliver the most terrifying Halloween event on the planet… Fright Fest presented by SNICKERS®. This year’s Halloween season opens Saturday and promises to deliver epic thrills and even bigger scares for the highly anticipated event. Weekends and select days through November 5th. NEW Fright Fest & Kids Boo Fest Lineup includes Soul Harvest, Wasteland, Necropolis: City of the Dead, a Hypnotist Show, Kids Boo Fest Plaza, a Boo Express Kid-Friendly Train and more! www.sixflags.com
The Fair Weather Acres Fall Festival and Corn Maze runs from now through October 29th. So much family fun with pumpkins, petting zoos and lots of activities! They are off Route 3 in Rocky Hill on the Cromwell line and are open Friday, Saturday, and Monday Columbus Day, October 9th 9am-6pm with the last ticket entrance at 4:30pm.
Foodies and families will also enjoy the Lyman Orchards Corn Maze and Cider Donut Festival taking place Saturday and Sunday. From apple cider donut sundaes, pumpkin spice soft service ice cream, pumpkin spice popcorn, kettle corn and steamed, buttery corn on the cob. They’ll have plenty of pick your own apples and pears. There is also free yoga and a drumming circle over the weekend. And … what kid doesn’t like a horse-drawn hayride and face painting. On Friday, there is the “Brew Maze” – with adults enjoying local craft brews during the twilight event – sip, play and find your way through the corn maze.
The Dark Manor in Baltic offers the more classic Haunted House now through October 29th. www.thedark-manor.com
Haunting at the Ridge has transformed Powder Ridge Mountain Resort into a terrifying experience now through October 29th. www.powderridgepark.com
The Forsaken Lands of Goshen shows the spooky side of a desolate farm community now through October 29th. www.forskaenlandshaunt.com
Terror at Quassy also offers Halloween scares October 6-29. www.quassy.com
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Events:
Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Friday is the Early Buying Event from 10am to 4pm (Admission is $15). General Admission is $10 for Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm. Harwinton Fair Grounds, 150 Locust Road, Harwinton. www.vintagemarketdays.com/market/connecticut
Ready for Wolf Pack Hockey?!? It’s Opening Weekend! Friday at 7pm the Pack skates against the Penguins with $2 beers and $1 hot dogs. The first 5,000 fans also receive a complimentary RALLY TOWEL! On Saturday at 7pm, it’s the Phantoms. The first 1,500 fans receive a free magnetic schedule PLUS a postgame Skate! Get your tickets at www.HartfordWolfpack.com
Don’t miss the Singles 1980’s to Today Dance at Polish American Club, 541 North Main Street, Bristol tonight from 7 to 11 pm. Enjoy the sounds of this fabulous music played by a DJ. Bring your friends. You can purchase food at the open kitchen from 7-9 pm. Dress casual and door prizes. Admission $17. For info, call Gail 860-463-6906. Sponsored by Singles Social Connections.
Terryville Congregational Church hosts a fundraiser BYOB Dance to Support Plymouth Parks & Rec Youth Activities Saturday 6–10pm at the Lyceum, 181 Main Street, Terryville. Tickets are $25 and include hors d’oeuvres, dancing to DJ, raffles, 50/50, coffee, tea, water, & fun. Call 860-589-0182
Thirsty for fun?! It's Sun Brewfest Weekend! The Seltzer Social is tonight 6-9pm on the Sun Patio! Try the boldest, bubbliest and refreshing hard seltzers plus Fall inspired spirits, local bites and music. $40 in advance or $45 at the door. On Saturday, the 10th Annual BrewFest kicks in at the Earth Expo and Convention Center from 3 to 6pm. Craft beers, IPAs, Stouts and more! Enjoy live entertainment and food plus a Wicked Corn Hole Tournament with CASH PRIZES! $60 in advance or $65 at the door. Combo ticket for both is $95. www.mohegansun.com
The 29th Annual Holly Boutique at the North Canton United Methodist Church, Route 179 and Case Street in North Canton Is Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm. Arts and crafts from over 20 local artisans plus refreshments! For more information, 860-653-2691.
Return to the land of make believe…. Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE: King for a Day! comes to the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts Sunday at 2pm. Tickets $26-$31. www.jorgensen.uconn.edu
Goodspeed Musicals presents the new musical The 12, which explores a moment in one of the greatest stories of all time now through October 29 in East Haddam. Jerusalem. The disciples are in disarray. Torn apart by the unthinkable death of their leader, see how twelve ordinary individuals come together to create one of the most powerful movements ever known. Filled with power and passion, The 12 is a universal story of love and how each of us must eventually navigate the loss of whatever we hold most dear. Tickets are available through the Box Office (860.873.8668), open weekdays at 10:00am, or online at www.goodspeed.org
The Adventure Park at Storrs, the area’s best zipline and climbing adventure experience and hosts “Glow in the Park,” featuring a different themes Saturday nights through the fall. Tickets for Glow in the Park, and all the Park’s activities, are available on the Park’s website, www.myadventurepark.com/SAP
Enjoy family fun in Bushnell Park in Harford. Carousel hours are Friday through Sunday noon to 5pm. All rides are $2. www.bushnellpark.org
Farmington Miniature Golf and Ice Cream Parlor is open for the Fall season with family fun and tasty flavors of ice cream. Miniature Golf hours: Monday-Thursday 11am to 8:30pm and Friday - Sunday 10am to 8:30pm. Ice Cream Parlor opens 30 minutes after golf daily. www.FarmingtonMiniatureGolf.com
