The spooky season is in full swing, and we've rounded up some of the best ways to celebrate Halloween for Oct. 13 through 19. Event details are subject to change, so we encourage you to check with presenting organizations about the status of their events.Happy haunting!
Boo at the Zoo in Melbourne
The popular event is back atBrevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, every Saturday and Sunday in October from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be trick-or-treating, photo opportunities, Halloween decorations, spooktacular music, special performances and more. Costumes are encouraged. All Boo at the Zoo activities are included with general zoo admission and free for members. The event will have themed weekends as follows: “Pirates”; Oct. 14-15, “Anime”; Oct. 21-22, “Magic” and Oct. 28-29, “Monsters.” Visitbrevardzoo.org.
Foggy Bluff Dead & Breakfast at Green Gables
Historic Green Gables, 1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, transforms into “Foggy Bluff,” where ghost walks around the grounds will be offered starting at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays from Oct. 19 to Oct. 29. There will also be kid-friendly events on Oct. 20, 21, 27 and 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 per adult and $10 for children. Baked goods and souvenir event t-shirts will be available for purchase. Visit greengables.org.
‘Le Cirque des Rêves’ concert in Melbourne
Melbourne Community Orchestra celebrates the approach of All Hallows’ Eve with “Le Cirque des Rêves,” a masquerade concert, at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., on Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 18-19 at 7 p.m. From the haunting cadences of Khachaturian’s waltz from his “Masquerade Suite” to the mysterious creatures of Saint-Saëns’ “Carnival of the Animals” featuring dancers from Prelude Dance Co., the program will delve into the world of the macabre. Audience members are encouraged to wear decorative masks. Pre-show music will begin at 6:15 p.m. Admission is free. Call 321-285-6724 or visit mcorchestra.org.
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'Evil Dead, the Musical' at Titusville Playhouse
The show is on stage at Titusville Playhouse, 301 Julia Street, through Oct. 15. All the elements of the cult classic films "The Evil Dead," "Evil Dead 2" and "Army of Darkness" are combined in a musical production that is more cheesy and funny than scary. Tickets start at $38. Call 321-268-1125 or visittitusvilleplayhouse.com.
'Rocky Horror Picture Show' in West Melbourne
Dynamic Tension presents a live shadow cast performing “Rocky Horror” in front of the big screen atCinemaworld West Melbourne 15, 4345 W. New Haven Ave., on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13 and 14 at 10 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, but no outside props are allowed. Prop bags will be available for $5. Tickets are $10. Visitfacebook.com/events/154170707684819orcwtheaters.com.
'The Addams Family' at the Henegar Center
The show "The Addams Family" is playing at the Henegar Center, 625 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, through Oct. 22. Wednesday Addams has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family, and they are coming together for dinner. How will the creepy, kooky Addams family react? Tickets start at $37. Call 321-723-8698 or visithenegarcenter.com.
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'Dracula' at Melbourne Civic Theatre
The play "Dracula" is on stage at Melbourne Civic Theatre, 817 E. Strawbridge Ave., from Oct. 6 through Nov. 12. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London, they try to piece together the clues of his appearances in a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Tickets are $35. Call 321-723-6935 or visitmymct.org.
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Halloween pub crawl in Cocoa Beach
Ghouls and goblins ages 21 and older are invited to haunt Cocoa Beach at aHalloween pub crawlon Saturday, Oct. 14. The event will start at 5 p.m. at Salty Sisters, 20 N. Brevard Ave., followed by Johnathan’s Pub at 6 p.m., VFW Post at 7 p.m., Area 142 at 8 p.m. and The Dunes at 9 p.m. There will be a costume contest, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing to benefitNational Veterans Homeless Support. Guests are asked to bring donations of non-perishable food, clothing and hygiene items for homeless veterans. Tickets for five drinks are $18 in advance or $25 at the event. Call 321-543-1346 or visitmadhatterpromotions.com.
Unexplained Con at Merritt Square Mall
The paranormal-themed event will be at Merritt Square Mall, 777 E. Merritt Island Causeway, on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be vendors and opportunities to share experiences, explore, discover and understand the paranormal. Admission is free. Visit facebook.com/events/829935904927962.
Halloween Hoopla in Palm Bay
Palm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, hosts the family-friendly Halloween event on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. It will include a Halloween craft, a STEAM experiment, goody bags, a viewing of “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!”, a costume parade and more. Admission is free. Call 321-952-4519.
Haunted Barn in Sebastian
LaPorte Farms, 7700 129th Street, Sebastian, hosts a haunted barn experience from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Oct 19-21 and 26-28. Admission is $5. Call 772-633-0813 or visitlaportefarms.com.
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