Celebrate the scary season with these spooky upcoming events.
Festival Ballet Providence The Widow’s Broom
Providence author-illustrator Chris Van Allsburg’s books “Jumanji” and “The Polar Express” have been made into blockbuster films, of course. What most people don’t know is that his “The Widow’s Broom” was transformed into a ballet by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov. Festival Ballet performs it just three times, with a pre-show “Spellbound Soiree,” including lunch, face painting and reading of the book, slated for October 31. The Details: Oct 30 at 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 31 at 2 p.m.; Nov. 1 at 2:30 p.m. $20-$65. VMA Arts and Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 421-ARTS (tickets), 353-1129, www.festivalballet.com.
International Horror Film Festival
Sure, you could sit at home and watch "The Exorcist" or "Carrie" for the umpteenth time, but how scary can a movie be if you already know what happens? Instead, take your pick of nearly forty flicks that you've probably never seen before at this four-day fright film fest. Other haunting highlights include an H.P. Lovecraft walking tour and a book signing at the Providence Public Library with Christopher Rondina, who penned "Ghost Ships of New England."
The Details: Oct. 22 to 25. Visit website for screening times, prices and locations. Downtown Providence, 861-4445,
www.film-festival.org.
Audubon Society: Mother Nature's Halloween Hike
Tamer than the typical Halloween event, this hike through Seekonk's Caratunk Wildlife Refuge celebrates Mother Nature instead of ghouls and goblins. Designed for the little ones, the guided, lantern-lit walk features costumed critters who explore the myths and legends associated with Halloween. Afterward, stick around for snacks and other kid's activities.
The Details: Oct. 24. Walks begin at 5:30 p.m. (must call to reserve a specific time). $8 member, $10 non-member. Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Ave., Seekonk, 508-761-8230,
www.asri.org.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
After a four-year hiatus, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular has returned to Roger Williams Park Zoo. Created by a team of thirty artists, the display features 10,000 carved and illuminated pumpkins. Check the website for the schedule of themed nights, including tonight’s (Oct. 23)
Rhode Island Monthly Night. The Details: Through Nov. 1. 6-11 p.m. $12 adults, $10 seniors, $9 children ages 3-12. Roger Williams Park Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence, 785-3510,
www.rwpzoo.org.
A-Mazing Halloween Party at Escobar's Highland Farm
Dig up your best costume on Saturday and head over to Escobar's Highland Farm for an old-fashioned Halloween bash. The fun includes games, contests, prizes and the chance to trick-or-treat in the super cool corn maze. Arrive in costume and you'll receive a dollar off the admission price (as if you needed an excuse to dress up).
The Details: Oct. 24. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $7. Escobar's Highland Farm, 133 and 251 Middle Rd., Portsmouth, 683-1444,
www.escobarshighlandfarm.com.
Fortress of Nightmares
See Fort Adams in a new light at this two-in-one spookfest. Begin the night with a forty-five minute ghost hunt led by pros from RISEUP Paranormal, then make your way through the dark winding tunnels and casemates of "Rhode Island's only haunted tunnel system."
The Details: Oct. 23 to Nov. 1. 6-9 p.m. $15 for Ghost Hunt and Tunnels of Terror; $10 for single event. Fort Adams State Park, 90 Fort Adams Dr., Newport, 841-0707,
www.fortressofnightmares.com.
Lizzie Borden Night with Providence Ghost Tour
Did she or didn't she? Make the decision for yourself when you meet Lizzie Borden (played by actress Jill Dalton) on this special edition of the Providence Ghost Tour. Guides will reveal Borden's connection to Providence and stop at some of the city's most haunted homes. For more on Fall River's most infamous character, watch Dalton perform her
one-woman show on Halloween night.
The Details: Oct. 23. 7 p.m. $12 (online in advance); $15 (in person day of). Departs from Prospect Terrace (Congdon St.), Providence,
www.providenceghosttour.com.
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