Family-friendly gatherings

• Doggie bakery Hause of Dogs is holding a Lick or Treat Halloween event with a pup-up photo booth and plenty more spooky fun. (Oct. 22)
• Spellbound at Mordecai is a children’s market with magic, fortune tellers, and pumpkin painting — plus, show up in your costume. (Oct. 28)
• Satisfy your family’s sweet tooth with all day trick-or-treating at North Hills. (Oct. 31)

Witching hour events (for adults only)

• Visit the NC Museum of Natural Sciences after dark. Meet creepy-crawlies up close, ride a mechanical shark, and enjoy local entertainment + special activities at Nocturnal by Nature, a Halloween party for adults 21 and up. (Oct. 27)
• Watch the Undead Jazz Cabaret at King’s for a variety show featuring aerial acrobatics, dance performances, and more. (Oct. 29)
• Put your music knowledge to the test, with a Halloween twist. Answer free music trivia in your costume at Gizmo Brew Works. (Oct. 31)

More festive activities

• Watch “Misery,” a psychologically thrilling play based on the Steven King novel, at the Raleigh Little Theatre. Be careful — this play isn’t for the faint of heart. (Oct. 20-Nov. 5)
• At this Halloween edition of Geek and Grub Market, shop local vendors, explore a free haunted house + trail, and enjoy spirit-free beverages like butter beer. (Oct. 21)
• Spend the evening under the stars at Dix Park and watch a double feature of “Casper” and “Us” with food trucks, s’mores, and trick-or-treat opportunities. (Oct. 28)

• Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | Times vary | Merrimon-Wynne House, 500 N. Blount St., Raleigh | $45 | Listen to a variety of spooky tunes, including iconic horror and thriller movie themes, haunting classical music, and more.
• Shania Twain: Queen Of Me Tour | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $50-$200 | Rock along with this county-pop icon.

• Beginner Calligraphy and Pumpkin Lettering | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Kendra Scott North Hills, 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Ave., Raleigh | $65 | Learn the basics of calligraphy and apply them to faux pumpkins; all materials are provided
• Intro to Acrylic Paint Pouring with special Fall “Pumpkin Pour” | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $65 | Sip wine, enjoy a rooftop view, and learn how to create beautiful acrylic pour art, including a seasonal pour technique.
• Haunted History: Oakwood Walking Ghost Tour | Thursday, Oct. 19 | Times vary | Oakwood Commons Park, 535 N. East St., Raleigh | $20 | Stroll through Raleigh’s most haunted historic sites with a ghastly guide.

• Tell Me Lies - The Fleetwood Mac Experience | Friday, Oct. 20 | 7 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre, 126 E. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | $20-$30 | Be transported back in time to the ‘70s with this concert straight out of our “Dreams.”
• “Hocus Pocus” Mixology | Friday, Oct. 20 | 7-9 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $79 | Learn how to create two quirky cocktails inspired by the Sanderson Sisters + come in your best Halloween costume.
• Zombiepalooza 2023 | Friday, Oct. 20 | 8-9:30 p.m. | The Cary Theater, 122 East Chatham St., Cary | Free | The Cary’s annual ZOMBIE SHORT FILM competition showcases NC filmmakers + residents and their family-friendly, zombie-themed short films. Don’t forget to dress in your favorite costume.*

• HIGH VIBE RALEIGH - Raleigh’s first alcohol-free morning dance party | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 10:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Raleigh Union Station, 510 W. Martin St., Raleigh | $35-$55 | Vibe at this spirit-free party with an included yoga class, local vendors, and a dance floor.
• Now Serving Food + Wine | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 2-6 p.m. | Smoky Hollow, 421 N. Harrington St., Raleigh | Free | This event will celebrate the nonprofits work in the Triangle culinary scene, including its 72,000 donated meals since its inception in February 2022.

• Passionate about the future of downtown? Head to one of two of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s pop-up events to help craft an Economic Development Strategy. On Wednesday, Oct. 25, head to City Plaza to share your ideas, and pop over to The Morning Times on Thursday, Oct. 26. More details can be found online.

• Attention all lollygaggers. A musical adaptation of “Bull Durham” will be hitting the Triangle in September 2024. The musical is written by the film’s screenwriter Ron Shelton and will be brought to Reynolds Theater at Duke University by local arts nonprofit Theatre Raleigh. Secure your spot with a season pass.

• Attend Friends of Residents in Long Term Care’s (FOR) virtual fall gala tomorrow, Oct. 19 to recognize award winners and to enter a raffle to win prizes including a getaway to Surf City, DPAC tickets, a $200 Amazon gift card, a weekend stay at the Asheville Crowne Plaza Hotel, and NC Courage tickets.

• Celebrate East Bower Cider Co.'s first birthday this Saturday, Oct. 21 with drink specials, rare ciders, giveaways, and live music. Plus, bring the kids + dogs along to enjoy their relaxing outdoor space.

• In more witchy news: Head to The Durham Hotel on Wednesday, Oct. 25 for a festive night market. Moonlight & Magick Market will include local artisans + makers selling candles, tea blends, jewelry, and herbal products.

• Join Barre-Up, The Loading Dock, and The Great Raleigh Cleanup in tidying Beryl Road after the NC State Fair packs up on Sunday, Oct. 29. Cleanup spots fill up fast — don’t miss out.

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