October is in full swing folks, and that means Halloween is right around the corner. A lot of things to do are kind of expensive, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t join in all of the fun. Here are some free and affordable things to do this month leading up to the festive day of Hallow’s Eve:
1. BOONION STATION
There’s a Halloween parade at the Denver Union Station on Oct. 25. This is a great chance to dress up pre-Halloween. All the shops will be set up for Trick or Treating for all ages, and there will be a contest to judge the best costume. There will be spooky drink discounts too, for those both under and over the age of 21; Boonion Station is the perfect place to celebrate Halloween.
2.SPOOKY SPEAKEASY
On Oct. 26, the Terminal Bar is having a “Spooky Speakeasy” haunted outing. It features a costume contest, themed cocktails and a live DJ. The award for the costume contest is a night at the Crawford Hotel and a $100 gift card for Union Station.
3. ENCHANTED HOLLOWS AT DENVER ZOO
Every Friday and Saturday night, the Denver Zoo is holding an event called Enchanted Hollows. There will be an immersive night walk, Jack-o-Lantern sculptures and Trick or Treat stations. Explore what the spooky Denver Zoo has to offer.
4. GLOW AT THE GARDENS
On Oct. 17,18, 23 and 25, The Denver Botanical Gardens is hosting different pumpkin artists. These artists push the boundaries of pumpkin carving by creating large scale pumpkin sculptures. The Denver Botanical Gardens will also have a host of different activities, as well, such as glow in the dark cornhole, a scavenger hunt, Trick or Treating and a live magic show.
5. DISNEY IN CONCERT: TIM BURTON’S “THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS”
Also in Halloween spirit, Tim Burton’s “A Nightmare Before Christmas” will be shown at the Boettcher Concert Hall with a live symphony from our Colorado Symphony.
With all of these options for the Halloween season, the festivities will never end. So bring your friends, family and loved ones for a spooktacular time. There’s no rhyme or reason to miss out.
