Halloween on the cheap

A few balloons, some mesh curtain material, white bed sheets, paint and a few lights conjure up ghosts to decorate the yard for Halloween, Tuesday October 15, 2013, Tucson, Ariz. Photo by Kelly Presnell / ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV

This list of things to do around Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley and Sahuarita includes events by local businesses and organizations including markets, music, food and Halloween fun.

Things change quickly these days, so check for the latest information. Links are included with every activity listed.

Giada, a soft-coated Wheaten terrier, sits pretty in her Halloween costume beside Rudy Moreno at Bookman's on Grant Rd. and Campbell Ave. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015. Photo by: Rebecca Noble / for ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV

Costume contest and cornhole tournament

Casa Marana is hosting a night of spooky events. Get your costumes ready for cornhole games and brews with your friends before Halloween creeps up.

Where:ÌýCasa Marana,Ìý

When:ÌýThursday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m.

Cost:ÌýFree to attend, brews available for purchase

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The Hotel Congress Séance Experience

Get your spook on downtown with a live theatrical Victorian-style séance at Hotel Congress in the only third-floor room that survived the hotel's fire of 1934. This live recreation of a séance will be performed exactly how it was in the 1800s.Ìý

When:ÌýFour shows per night Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28-31, 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$12.50-$25

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Spend Halloween weekend at Fox Tucson Theatre (Sponsored)

Halloween weekendÌýÌýoffers thrills, chills, laughs, family-friendly activities and the grand unveiling of Fox'sÌýÌýorgan!

Check out more infoÌý.


Marana Pumpkin Patch and Farm Festival

Marana Pumpkin Patch and Farm Festival has a new location this year. Kids can experience train rides, a jumping pillow, a super swing, a petting zoo, mini tractors, a super slide, a pumpkin and apple cannon, a zip line and pony rides. Don't miss theÌýcorn mazeÌýas you stomp through the 50-acre pumpkin patch for that perfect pumpkin.Ìý

When: Through Oct. 31.ÌýHours are Thursday-Friday, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$15-$17 per person, ages 2 and under get in for free. Tickets cannot be purchased at the gate, so buy them in advance. Pumpkins are priced at 50 cents per pound.

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Corn Maze and Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's

Visit Apple Annie's and grab some pumpkins and sunflowers, hop on hayrides or visit the corn maze!Ìý

When:ÌýCorn maze is open daily through Oct. 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where:ÌýApple Annie's You-Pick Orchard,Ìý2081 W. Hardy Road,ÌýWillcox

Cost:ÌýCorn maze is $8 for ages 12 and up. See other pricing on theÌý

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Visit the Rollin' Haunt at Tucson Rodeo Grounds (Sponsored)

is hosting a drive-thru Halloween event this Saturday, filled with treats and lots of fun characters. Decorate your car to really feel the Halloween spirit!Ìý

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Halloween movie binge at The Loft CinemaÌý

Take your bestie, family, a date or just your spooky self to The Loft Cinema for some creepy, scary and Halloween-themed movies.

When:Ìý

Where:ÌýThe Loft Cinema,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$6-$12, get your ticket before you go.

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One of the monsters skips back to her post after chasing a group of frightened customers through the corn rows in the Shady Acres Asylum haunt at Terror In the Corn in Marana on Oct. 14.

Terror in the Corn

Need a scare this Halloween? Grab your "terror tickets" to access three haunted attractions including Field of Screams, Shady Acres Asylum and Circus of Horror. And don't miss monster-themed midway games like Zombie Paintball, plus DJ beats, pumpkin purchases, food, drinks and more haunted fun!

When:Ìý

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$25-$35 per person

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The Slaughterhouse

Get terrified with five haunted attractions at The Slaughterhouse. Attractions include "Voodoo Bayou," "Cirque Du Slay" and "The Boiler Room." But the most scariest haunt of them all goes to "City Meats." They also have an interactive haunt called "Apocalypse" where guests can defend themselves against zombies.

When:Ìý

Where:ÌýTheÌýSlaughterhouse,Ìý

Cost:ÌýTickets starting at $25

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Howl at the museumÌý

Visit the Tucson Museum of Art for an indoor/outdoor event with drag queens, drinks, tastings, a costume contest, DJ beats and a cocktail competition. Face masks are required in the museum.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 6-9 p.m.

Where:ÌýTucson Museum of Art,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$35-$40

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Halloween Spooktacular

Spooktacular is back! This event features games, crafts and a trick-or-treat lane hosted by local businesses with free candy, a live DJ and costumed characters. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m.

Where:Ìý.

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Halloween at Wild Katz

This Halloween event includes a craft, a game station, witches' brew and 90 minutes of play time (plus grip socks!) in the Wild Katz playground.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 30, 9-11 a.m.

Where:ÌýWild Katz,Ìý4629 E. Speedway

Cost:Ìý$25 per child, up to two adults can enter for free. Tickets must be purchased in advance

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Hallow-versary Party

Celebrate Union's 10th Anniversary! This three-day event will feature Ashley Wineland, Late Night Big Brother Beats, Ritmo de Sanchez, DJ Tony T, and Neon Prophet. Plus don't miss the costume contest, photo booth and drink specials.

When:ÌýFriday-Sunday, Oct. 29-31, 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Drive-thru trick-or-treat giveaway

Hey, little monsters and ghouls! Visit a trick-or-treat event with door prizes, a virtual costume contest and spooky fun with The Salvation Army.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 6-8:30 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Crafts and costumes with Bookmans

Visit the northwest Bookmans location for an hour of crafts and costumes. The event includes painting, Mad Libs and a costume contest.Ìý

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 4-5 p.m.Ìý

Where:ÌýBookmans,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree. Space is limited, so reserve a seat by emailingÌýnorthwestevents@bookmans.com

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Trick-or-treat at the swap meet

Head over to the Tanque Verde Swap Meet for two days of Halloween fun. On Oct. 29, there will be a pumpkin giveaway, live music and discounts on rides. On Oct. 30, there will be a "candy treat trail" with sellers, live music and discounts on rides.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 3-11 p.m; Saturday, Oct. 30, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Where:ÌýTanque Verde Swap Meet,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree with $1 admission to the swap meet

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Frights and Flips

Visit Radiant Gymnastics for a kid-friendly Halloween event featuring trick-or-treating, jumping castles and games.

When:ÌýFriday, Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m.

Where:ÌýRadiant Gymnastics,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$20 per child. Kids under 2 enter for free. Parents also enter for free. Face painting, food and raffle tickets are not included in the admission cost

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Art and crafts festival on Oracle

Grab your totes and shop around for bright-colored artwork or handmade trinkets at this art festival.

When:ÌýFriday-Saturday, Oct. 29-30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Avenida Día de los Muertos

Hosted by Galeria Mitotera and presented by Avenidas Inc., thisÌýDía de los Muertos event and community altar celebration was created with an emphasis on personal well-being, self reflection and collective healing. The event will include music, food trucks, and a community altar, in addition to the Pima County Health Department present to offer COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 6-9 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree

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Spirits at the zoo

Put on your costume and drop by Reid Park Zoo for this spirited adult party with cocktails, food, animal encounters, raffles and a costume contest. Tickets include zoo admission and two drink tickets. Designated driver tickets include admission and $5 in "Boo Bucks" to use for food or beverages.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 6-9 p.m.

Where:ÌýReid Park Zoo,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$45-$55 or $30-$35 (in advance) for designated drivers. Price goes up $10 at the gate. This is a 21+ event

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Howl-oween Spooky Mongrel and Hound Celebration

Do you have a furry kid at home that wants to go trick-or-treating? Well, strap on their costume and cruise over to the Howl-oween Spooky Mongrel and Hound Celebration. This fur-tastic doggo event will have a wag-o-ween costume contest, treats, prizes and a fun pooch parade.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza Market,Ìý4280 N. Campbell Ave.

Cost:ÌýFree

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The 4th annual Halloween bar crawl

Get your Ubers ready! Hit some local bars with your besties for drinks at Funky Monk, Cobra Arcade Bar, The Hut, John Henry's, Mr. Head's and O'Malley's. Don't miss the after party at Cobra Arcade from 10 p.m. to midnight. There will also be a costume contest!

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 4 p.m. to midnight

Where:ÌýFunky Monk,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$20-$25

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Rollin' Haunt

Join Tucson Parks and Recreation for a drive-thru haunted event filled with Halloween treats, fun costumes, characters and photo opportunities. Families are encouraged to decorate their cars to add to the Halloween spirit. All children present in the vehicles will received a candy bag with contactless pick-up as they exit the event.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 4-7 p.m.

Where:ÌýTucson Rodeo Grounds,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Haunted house at Playformance

To celebrate Halloween, Playformance is hosting a haunted house, recommended for kids ages 8 and up.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 6-8:15 p.m.

Where:ÌýPlayformance,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$30

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Spooktacular science

Science fans can visit Flandrau Science Center on the University of Arizona campus for slippery slime, squid dissections, spooky crafts and a Halloween laser show.

When:ÌýSaturday-Sunday, Oct. 30-31, noon to 5 p.m.

Where:ÌýFlandrau Science Center,Ìý

Cost:ÌýScience center admission is $9 for adults, $7 for kids ages 4-17. Laser shows are sold separately at $9 for adults and $7 for kids ages 4-17.

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Día de los Muertos festival

This event will feature vendors, two folklorico performances and mariachi music. The event is hosted by Guadalajara Grill.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 1-7 p.m.

Where:Ìý750 N. Kolb Road

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Trick-or-treat on Congress

Trick-or-treat at the businesses along Congress Street, plus shop local pop-up shops at Fit Studio.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 2-5 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree

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Spooktacular Halloween Event

Join a costume contest, with the first-place winner receiving a Harley Davidson gift card.

When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Harley Davidson,

Cost: Free to attend

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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. There will be giveaways from community partners, costumed characters, food trucks, live performances from Viva Performing Arts and department vehicles on display.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 4:30 p.m.

Where:ÌýKino Sports Complex,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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5th Annual Freddy’s Halloween Trunk-or-Treat Car Show

Join Obsessions Car Club and Freddy's for a roaring car show for the adults and a costumed trick-or-treat event for the kids.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 3-8 p.m.

Where:ÌýFreddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Gasolina Reggaeton Dance Party

Visit the Rialto Theatre for the rescheduled reggaeton event with new beats and feel-good vibes downtown.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 9 p.m.

Where: The Rialto Theatre,

Cost: $12-$15

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Spooktacular

Spooktacular will have trunk-or-treating, games, crafts, pumpkins, food trucks, a DJ and more!Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 5 p.m.

Where:Ìý, Sahuarita

Cost:ÌýFree

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Nosferatu and The Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ

Watch the ultimate vampire film in its original black-and-white form on the big screen downtown. Watch it brought to life with organist Dave Wickerham on the Fox Tucson Theatre Wurlitzer as the silent thriller is shown with spooky music.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Where:ÌýThe Fox Theatre,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$10-$12.50

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Tomb Town Tucson

Tomb Town is a haunted trail (also dubbed Terror Trail) that changes every year — so you never know where actors will appear from.

When:ÌýSaturday-Sunday,ÌýOct 30-31, 5-10 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$1 donation to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona

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Trunk-or-treat with the Girl Scouts

Join the Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona for a trunk-or-treat event.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 7-9 p.m.

Where:ÌýAngel Charity Place for Girls,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$10 per person

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Trunk-or-treat with New Life Bible Fellowship

Go trunk-or-treating, plus enjoy food, games, inflatables and face painting.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 4-6 p.m.

Where:ÌýNew Life Bible Fellowship,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree

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Halloween festival and haunted house

Visit Andrada Polytechnic High School in Vail for a haunted house, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, face painting, games and student performances.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 6-10 p.m.Ìý

Where:ÌýAndrada Polytechnic High School,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$7 per person or $25 for a family of four

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Halloween with the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum

Visit the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum for candy, games and a costume contest.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where:ÌýSouthern Arizona Transportation Museum,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree

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Learn about heritage grains

Visit Mission Garden for a tortilla-making demonstration and talks about ancient and heritage grains from guest speakers.Ìý

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$5 suggested donation

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Members of the crowd get up and dance to the live music outdoors on the patio at St. Philip’s Plaza in April 2021.

Reforma Salsa Saturday Nights

Visit St. Philip's Plaza for midnight salsa, merengue, reggaeton and bachata. Then take a break and grab a drink at the new outdoor bar under the stars.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 30, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money for bites and drinks

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St. Philip's Plaza Market

Enjoy your shopping in the open, cool shade and surrounded by peaceful flowing fountains. Shop for uniquely handmade, handcrafted, home grown and home baked products at St. Philip's Plaza.

When:ÌýSaturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money for shopping

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Halloween party at Hotel Congress

Celebrate Halloween at your favorite local haunted hotel with a live DJ, costume contests, prizes, food specials and more creepy fun!

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m.

Where:Ìý

Cost:Ìý$15 in advance and $20 at the door

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Halloween Night with The Bennu

The band The Bennu and Tucson Hop Shop are hosting their 5th annual Halloween night party! Enjoy spooktacular beats, vegan food by WAFT Tucson and a selection of brews.

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 5 p.m.

Where:ÌýTucson Hop Shop,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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Tales of the dead walking tour

Hosted byÌýPresidio San Agustín del Tucsón, take this tour with an archaeologist through the Court Street Cemetery, where about 8,000 people were buried between 1875 and 1909. Pre-registration for this event is required.

When: Sunday, Oct. 31, 3 p.m.

Where:

Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members

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Tucson Dragway's drive-thru trick-or-treat

Dress-up with your family and friends and enjoy a new way to trick or treat. Tucson Dragway will route a parade of cars down the drag strip while local businesses, community leaders, racers and families hand out candy to you and your carpool buddies.

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 4:30-11:30 p.m.

Where:ÌýTucson Dragway,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$10 per car

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Spooktacular Halloween party

Visit the We Rock the Spectrum kids' gym for a Halloween party that includes open play, food, music, a costume contest and crafts.

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 2-4 p.m.

Where:ÌýWe Rock the Spectrum,Ìý

Cost:Ìý$19 for kids, $5 for adults. Space is limited

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Halloween at the winery

Celebrate Halloween with wine and candy pairings, food, live music and a costume contest.

When:ÌýSaturday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where:ÌýAZ Hops and Vines,Ìý, Sonoita

Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money for food and wine pairings

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Holler and Swaller Halloween Bash at The Maverick

Take a Halloween date to the Holler and Swaller Halloween Bash with a live performance from the Robert Moreno Band. Get your costume ready for a spooky good time with brews, prizes and giveaways all night!

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.

Where: The Maverick,

Cost: $5 cover after 8 p.m.

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Kick off the University of Arizona's homecoming week

The iconic "A" on "A" Mountain is lit each year to kick off the UA's homecoming week. Watch the glowing "A" and celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating at student organization tables.

When:ÌýSunday, Oct. 31, 5 p.m.

Where:ÌýMSA Annex,Ìý

Cost:ÌýFree to attend

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