Got Halloween plans? Make sure you check out some of these awesome events!
Colorado's Coolest Corn Maze
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Sept. 10-Oct. 31
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield
www.botanicgardens.org
Get lost at this year's Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield's eight-acre Corn Maze, one of the most attended corn mazes in the country. This year’s theme is Native Roots | Modern Form, a tribute to the Allan Houser exhibit currently showcased throughout the Gardens on York Street. Wind your way through acres of Native American-style artwork, view the design from two 15-foot tall illuminated bridges that overlook the giant Corn Maze, and watch the delight as younger children find their way through a special free mini-maze designed just for them. And don't miss the annual Pumpkin Fest, Oct. 9-10, where you can search for the perfect pumpkin in the Gardens' 10-acre pumpkin patch. The weekend will be filled with exciting children’s activities and vendors selling handcrafted gifts.
Nightmare at the Museum
Oct. 20
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
www.dmns.org
During its wildly popular Science Lounge series, The Denver Museum of Nature & Science reveals the science behind the paranormal, the mythical, and the creepy. Find out about parasites that turn their hosts into zombies, check out the museum's collection of skeletons, and hold a tarantula. Hang out with mad scientists while sipping our spooky signature cocktail, the Eyeball Highball. Costumes encouraged!
Bug A Boo
Oct. 22-23
Butterfly Pavilion
www.butterflies.org
Come meet the Butterfly Pavilion's creepiest crawliest friends while your kids scream around this safe, educational trick or treat street. This event, including games, costumes and candy, will have you bug out, just in time for Halloween.
Murder in the Haunted Mansion
Oct. 22 & 29
Adams Mystery Playhouse
www.adamsmysteryplayhouse.com
A funny/scary show recommended for kids aged 8-16. Chills and spills, screams and crimes! Adams Mystery Playhouse presents another fantastic mystery where YOU solve a crime. This time, there's a ghost in the mansion - haunted with the spirit of Leopold Adams. Who are these kooky and unusual "friends" of his? As the ghost attempts to make himself known, he's sending messages meant for you and your group to help him solve his own murder.
Spooky Family Friday Night
Oct. 28
Tattered Cover Bookstore (Colfax Ave. and Highlands Ranch locations)
www.tatteredcover.com
Kids can wear their favorite jammies of their Halloween costumes and enjoy spooky stories, a fun activity and healthy snacks provided by the local Whole Foods Markets. Parents can enjoy specials at the coffee shop. Event begins at 6:30 p.m.
Trick or Treat Train
October 29-30
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Ave., Golden
www.crrm.org
Ride the rails back in time through Railroad Halloween Town. Catch a ride behind the historic locomotive in vintage passenger cars hosted by conductors and engineers in full costume. The Trick or Treat Train departs every 30 minutes between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.Visit all the Town’s special stops to fill your treat bag and tickle your funny bones. Visit the “not so spooky” haunted railcar or the Olde Railroaders silly graveyard. Get a picture of your costume as you pause for a photo in the Pumpkin Patch. Or warm your hands around the Hobo Campfire and sit a spell for kid-friendly storytelling.
Trick or Treat Street
October 29-31
Children's Museum of Denver
www.cmdenver.org
It’s the sweetest time of year so don your favorite costume and head to the Children’s Museum for a trick-or-treating adventure bursting with fun! Parade from one Treat House to the next collecting goodies, craft classic Halloween creatures, brave your chances at the Monster Carnival and stroll through Pumpkin Hill. Activities included with Museum admission.
Boo At The Zoo
October 29-30
Denver Zoo
www.denverzoo.org
The 27th annual Boo At The Zoo offers more than 25 trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal demonstrations and exciting family-friendly entertainment under the canopy of the beautiful fall foliage of the Denver Zoo. Activities free with zoo admission.
NEW THIS YEAR: Join Denver Zoo’s nocturnal creatures during a special night time additional of Boo At The Zoo, Friday, Oct. 28, 6-9 p.m.
Hauntings at the Hangar
October 30
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
www.wingsmuseum.org
Wings Over the Rockies is once again hosting its annual Hauntings at the Hangar Halloween event. This year's event promises to be bigger and better than all the rest! From Noon to 4 p.m. there will be your favorite characters from Star Wars, Star Trek, Star Gate, comic books, and movies! As if that wasn't enough, there will also be games, activities, and LOTS of candy to get you all hyped up! Oh, and don't forget the always popular costume parade!
Read more http://www.denver.org/what-to-do/attractions/denver-halloween-guide
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