Halloween Activities During Oct 1-31
Halloween was ranked in a 2005 poll as second favorite holiday for many Americans. Halloween activities are common in many communities around the country. While the specific events will vary, and some start earlier than October, the season gets going after the first of October. A guide to October Halloween activities without a specific location is a starting point to provide ideas. Consulting local event calendars and websites can provide specifics on dates and locations. Does this Spark an idea?
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Story Telling
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Spooky story telling festivals are sometimes held around Halloween. Some are presented with a focus on small children. The organization sponsoring the festivals vary, but can include libraries, schools or private clubs. Rules and activities vary based on location and sponsor organization. Other activities might include refreshments or costume contests. When seeking story telling events check local event calendars. Libraries sometimes have lists of reading related events in the community, so asking at the local library might help, too.
Pumpkin Patches
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Pumpkin patches can be found across the United States. While some pumpkin patches may grow pumpkins on site, many are retail outlets that sell pumpkins, Halloween costumes, decorations and food with a little bit of theme park added. Some of the patches that grow pumpkins allow customers to pick pumpkins. Many pumpkin patches, though, provide various Halloween activities. Check local facilities for event schedules.
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Haunted Attractions
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Often just called haunted houses, haunted attractions pop up all over America in the weeks leading up to Halloween. In some cases, they become haunted jails or haunted hospitals. Long Beach, Calif., is host to the haunted ship "The Queen Mary." That is an instance where a location that is rumored to actually be haunted serves as the site of a fear attraction. Locations and specifics will vary from region to region and city to city, but many communities have haunted attractions nearby.
Haunted Tours
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Ghost stories have been told by mankind for centuries. Many communities tell tales of houses, businesses or graveyards that are said to be haunted. In some cities, tours of "haunted" locations are offered year round. In other areas, the tours are presented only during the weeks leading up to Halloween. Even where tours are available all year, the number and frequency sometimes increase in October.
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