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Halloween 2008
There are a variety of events surrounding Halloween to appeal to a wide range of ages. If you have an event that you would like to have listed here, send an e-mail to webmaster@reviewjournal.com.

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Haunted Houses

The Circus of Horrors
When: 7-11 p.m. Sundays thru Thursdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Halloween. Oct. 3-5, 10-12 and Oct. 17-Nov. 1
Where: United Artists Theaters parking lot, Rainbow Boulevard and Smoke Ranch Road
Tickets: $11 general admission, $18 for both attractions (this location only), $24 Freak Pass.
More info: 702-362-FEAR or freaklingbros.com
Freakling Bros. newest and most horrific creation featuring a terrifying collection of the most bizarre freaks, human oddities and grotesque monstrostities ever assembled under one tent. No one under five admitted and no one under 12 admitted alone.

Castle Vampyre
When: 7-11 p.m. Sundays thru Thursdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Halloween. Oct. 3-5, 10-12 and Oct. 17-Nov. 1
Where: Sunset Station, 1300 W. Sunset Road, Henderson
Tickets: $11 general admission, $24 Freak Pass
More info: 702-362-FEAR or freaklingbros.com
A master stroke of horror and illusion. Deep within the walls of this fortress beats the heart of pure, unadulterated evil No one under five admitted and no one under 12 admitted alone. Haunted house presented by Freakling Bros.

The Mortuary
7-11 p.m. Sundays thru Thursdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays; 7 p.m. to midnight Halloween. Oct. 3-5, 10-12 and Oct. 17-Nov. 1
Where: United Artists Theaters parking lot, Rainbow Boulevard and Smoke Ranch Road
TIckets: $11 general admission, $18 (both attractions, this location only), $25 Freaks Pass
More info: 702-362-FEAR or freaklingbros.com
The smell of death hangs in the air. Screams of anguish pierce the darkness. Dreadfully, the final journey begins. No one under five admitted and no one under 12 admitted alone. Haunted house presented by Freakling Bros.

The Fright Dome
When: 7 p.m.-midnight Oct. 3-5; 10-12; 16-19; 23-26 and 29-31.
Where: The AdventureDome at Circus Circus
Tickets: $33.95 general admission (add $15 for the VIP fast pass)
More info: 702-794-3939 or http://www.frightdome.com/
The Fright Dome feature five haunted houses -- a Hex-mas Nightmare, Hillbilly Hell, Vampires Blood Feast, Killer Klowns in 3D and Chainsaw Massacre; Freakshows featuring Ryan Stock & Amber Lynn Walker from the TV show "Guinea Pig" and Lady Diabla with special guest Lil' Miss Firefly; and Elvira's Superstition, Dracula's Haunted Castle, Drop Demons and Supercreatures. Admission also includes unlimited rides. Discount coupons available at various participating sponsors.

The Asylum Haunted House
Where: Home Depot parking lot at West Charleston Boulevard and Hualapai
When: 6:30-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 6:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 26-27; Oct. 3-5; Oct. 9-12; Oct. 16-19; and Oct. 23-26 and Oct. 28-Nov. 1
Tickets: $11 general admission
More info: www.lasvegashaunts.com

Hotel Fear Haunted House
Where: Home Deport parking lot at East Craig Road and Camino del Norte
When: 6:30-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 6:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 26-27; Oct. 3-5; Oct. 9-12; Oct. 16-19; and Oct. 23-26 and Oct. 28-Nov. 1
Tickets: $11 general admission
More info: www.lasvegashaunts.com
Special events include CarnEvil 3 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Oct. 11 and Safe Street on Oct. 31. During part of Safe Street, Hotel Fear will present a special Lights On Tour for children under 10 yrs. A $2.00 donation benefits Ronald McDonald House.

The Special Lights-On Tour is from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. ONLY!

The Safe Street Event itself will run from 4pm to 8pm. Hotel Fear reopens for "regular admission" at 6:30 p.m. Safe Street Safe Street is sponsored by Home Depot, The Point and the City of North Las Vegas Police Dept. who join forces with many local merchants to provide a "safe Halloween".

Monster Mayhem - The Haunted Village
Where: Town Square north east parking lot, Las Vegas Boulevard South and Sunset Toad
When: 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 10-12, 16-19 and Oct. 22-Nov. 1
Tickets: $20 general admission. Arcade games, food and beverages, vendor goods and souvenirs are extra. R.I.P. fast pass available for additional $10.
More info: 702-732-6111 or www.monstermayhem.net
The Haunted Village features three complete and decaying haunted attractions including the revamped Haunted Mansion and Morbid Clown Manor, an eerie above-ground graveyard where disturbing VooDoo spirits and fiendish ghouls wander amongst the crypts, fog-filled pathways and creepy catacombs lined with creatures and worse and much more. Allow 2-1/2 hours for the entire attraction.

Wicked West Halloween Fest
When: Oct. 10-12, 16-19, 21-31 and Nov. 1-2. Opens at 6 p.m.
Where: Bonnie Springs Ranch, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Tickets: $20 general admission, $30 for VIP pass
The 115-acre Bonnie Springs Ranch Wicked West Halloween Fest will feature an 1800s haunted ghost town, a haunted train ride, three haunted houses, a haunted carnival and a midway. The event will also feature nightly stage entertainment and live bands, street shows, celebrity appearances and more. There will be a costume ball featuring a performance by Wild Heart on Halloween Night for those 21 and over. For more information, visit www.hysteriacity.com

Haunted Harvest at Springs Preserve
When: 5-10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, beginning Oct. 16-31
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Tickets: $9 general admission, $6 for children ages 5-17 and free for children ages 4 and under and annual members
More info: 702-822-7700
The eight-acre "boo-tanical" garden will be transformed, to fright and delight people of all ages. Muster up the courage to take a haunted hayride throughout the trails or bring a smile to the little ones with "Safe Street" trick-or-treating. Entertainment will feature local high "ghouls" band performances in the Garden Amphitheater, theremin (a Russian instrument that is played without human touch) demonstrations on the balcony of the Springs Cafe and hauntingly good performances by The Ghosts of Shakespeare from Theatre Las Vegas. In addition, those who dare can enjoy storytelling, professional musical entertainment and surprise spooky characters that roam throughout the Preserve.

Glendale Scary Corn Maze
Where: 30 minutes north of Las Vegas off Interstate 15 at exit 90
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (not haunted during these hours) and 7-11 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays (for the haunted corn maze). Wednesdays are group nights and are by appointment only. Open all month long during Octorber.
Tickets: $12 general admission, $10 for children ages 5-12 and free for kids 5 and under.
Info: 702-864-2277 or www.glendalecornmaze.com
A 20-acre haunted corn maze. Special events include Rockstar Karaoke with Myke & Miranda on Oct. 24. There will be a beer tent for those 21 and over and a Halloween party on Oct. 31. The party starts at 4 p.m. and features a huge BBQ, live music from Evenflow, fun, games, ghosts and a hayride. There will also be a costume contest. Bring a can of food and received a dollar of of admission.

Parties and etc.

Electro House of Horrors
When: 10 p.m.-6 a.m. Oct. 25
Where: Puff Las Vegas, 1030 E. Flamingo Road
Admission: Ladies free before 11 p.m.; $20 general admission for men
Puff Las Vegas will host the Electro House of Horrors Halloween party on Oct. 25 featuring electro, house, hip hop, jungle, breaks, garage and top 40. Costumes are strongly encourages.

13th annual Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball
When: 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Oct. 25
Where: Sports Center Las Vegas, Las Vegas Boulevard South and Sunset Road, 121 E. Sunset Road
Tickets: $80 general admission, $50 late admission, $160 VIP
More info: 702-732-6111 or www.halloweenball.com
The event will feature erotic stage performances, fire performers, lasers and lights, a costume contest, vendors, a huge dance floor, a separate old-school dance area, stilt walkers, freaks and mosters. Performers include Rubber Doll, Scooter & LaVelle, Men of Playgirl, DJ Scotty Boy, Chain Goddess, Steven Andrew, Fire Effects, Vegas Vandals, Perish, FAQ vs Rubberdoll and others. The after-party begins at 4 a.m. and lasts until 9 a.m.

The Freaks Come Out at Night Halloween Party
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 26 at Playboy Club, The Palms
The Girls of Spearmint Rhino will host a Halloween Party Oct. 26 at the Playboy Club & Moon Nightclub beginning at 10 p.m. Oct. 26. Cost is $20 plus service fees.

11th annual Nightmare on 54th Street
When: Oct. 28-31
Where: Studio 54 at MGM Grand
More info: 702-492-3960
Las Vegas' legendary nightclub transforms into a haunted haven for a wicked weekend of costume parties, spooktacular performances and cash prizes.

Big Band Halloween Dance
When: 7-10 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St.
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door
More info: 702-229-6383
Boyd Coulter and the Good Times Band take the stage to play big band music from the 1940s to '60s, including swing, ballads, waltzes, Latin and more. Costumes are encourages.

Mingle & Mayhem at Blush Boutique Nightclub
When: 9 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Blush, Wynn Las Vegas
Blush will present Mingle & Mayhem on Oct. 30. There will be $5,000 in cash and prizes for best costunes and an open bar sponsored by The Link from 9 to 10 p.m. RSVPs are encouraged to guarantee entry. Bottle service available. Cover charge is $20 after 11 p.m. RSVP to mingle6@cox.net.

42nd annual Beaux Arts Ball
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Studio 54 at MGM Grand
Tickets: $30 in advance
Reservations: 702-384-2899 or www.goldenrainbow.org
The biggest Halloween costume party of the year, the Beaux Arts Ball is a Las Vegas tradition dating back more than 40 years. Born as a private party for Strip headliners to lose themselves in costumed fantasy, the Beaux Arts Ball is open to everyone who dares to enjoy. The night features live performances by cast members of Las Vegas production shows, dancing, costume contests and the most outrageous costumes seen anywhere in Las Vegas.

Hawaiian Tropic Zone's Trick or Treats Celebration
When: 11 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Planet Hollywood
Win a "Booooob Job" at Hawaiian Tropic Zone's Trick or Treats celebration on Oct. 30. Girls will have 90 minutes to gather as much candy as they can from everyone inside Hawaiian Tropic Zone. At 12:30 a.m., the five girls who have the most candy will take to the catwalk to vie for the free breast augmentation. In the end, one winner will be determined by the crowd of onlookers. The breast augmentation is courtesy of Dr. Pancholi of Cosmetic Surgery of Las Vegas.

To register for the contest, please e-mail TrickOrTreats@Rieserest.com. After 50 girls sign-up for the competition, registration will be closed. Men are not eligible to compete or win. All female contestants must be 21 or older to enter Hawaiian Tropic Zone and participate in the contest. Rules are subject to change.

Tryst Nightclub's HERO-WEEN
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Wynn Las Vegas
More info/reservations: 702-770-3375
Tryst will host a comic book hero-themed party Oct. 30 during its weekly "Affair Thursdays" event. The 12,000-square-foot nightclub will be decorated in a comic book hero motif with members of the staff dressed as his or her favorite comic book star. There will be costume contests for sexiest costume, best superhero costume and best overall costume with $20,000 in cash and prizes.

24th annual Houdini Seance
When: 1:26 p.m. Oct. 31 (seating begins at 12:30 p.m.)
Where: Royal Resort, 99 Convention Center Drive
Dixie Dooley began the Las Vegas Houdini Seance in the 1980's and it is done in conjunction with Houdini Seance's held all over the world on the day Houdini passed from this world in Detroit in 1926.

It is the original Las Vegas Houdini Seance and over the years people have come from all over the world, including celebrities and actual members of Houdini's family.

Admission is free but everyone must R.S.V.P. due to limited seating.

For more information call: (702) 457-8448 or visit us on-line at Houdiniexperience.com

SushiSamba's Spooky KaBOOKi
When: Oct. 31, regular hours
Where: SushiSamba, The Palazzo, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South
More info: (702) 607-0700
This Halloween, SushiSamba takes inspiration from the highly stylized, mask-like makeup and outrageously colorful costume of traditional Japanese Kabuki theater with Spooky KaBOOki. Festivities will include a killer costume contest with the grand prize winner receiving a trip for two to Miami and dinner at SushiSamba Dromo and runners-up receiving $100 gift certificates; terror-ific tunes by DJ Dracula; free Japanese candy for the kids as well asSpooky KaBOOki's Dracula dessert special which consists of Coca Cola gelee, vanilla bean ice cream, and raspberry foam, topped with berry blood drops and pop rock explosions; and the Spooky KaBOOki cocktail special for adults with one oz. pearl pomegranate vodka, one oz. blood orange puree and one oz. mango juice shaken with ice and poured into wine glass, drizzled with grenadine then garnished with a blood orange ring floating on top, with a green straw through the middle to finish the look of a pumpkin.

Mingle & Mayhem
When: Doors open at 7 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: VooDoo Lounge, Rio
More info: 702-777-7777
Costume contest, Barcardi shotgirls, Hardcore Watches fashion show, $5,000 in cash prizes, host bar from 7 to 9 p.m.

Heroes and Villains Halloween Party
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 31
Where: South Padre, Texas Station
Cost: $5 cover charge, ladies get first drink free; VIP bottle service available ($200 first bottle, $100 second bottle)
VIP booth reservations: 702-631-8151
Comic book kingdom reigns this Halloween at the Heroes and Villains party inside the new South Padre at Texas Station. Defenders of the day and outlaws of the night duke it out during a CASH prize costume contest. DJ BKNY will spin Top 40 hits throughout the night and each time he plays a hero or villain song, characters can knock back a free Jell-O shot. Songs include, "Shera: Princess of Power," "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," "Wonderwoman" and "Batman," among others. Drink specials will be abundant in addition to the Jell-O shots.

The party is open to adults 21 years and older with valid ID. Entry is first-come, first-served and based upon venue capacity. No masks, full face paint or weapons allowed.

Christian Audigier The Nightclub
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: TI
Cover charge: Regular cover charge applies
Tila Tequila hosts a fashionably frightening Halloween fest and celebrates her birthday Oct. 31 at Christian Audigier The Nightclub. This monster party will be one not to miss as the vivacious model and singer blows out the candles on her birthday cake and tosses out Christian Audigier apparel to the sexiest and scariest costumes while DJ CyberKid turns tricks on the turntables.

LAX Nightclub
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Luxor
Cover charge: Regular cover charge applies
Korn lead vocalist, Jonathan Davis, gears up for a sinsational scare-fest as he hosts Las Vegas' hottest Halloween party inside LAX Nightclub at Luxor on Friday, October 31 and delivers a spellbinding performance for the masses. Patrons welcomed and encouraged to wear costumes.

PURE Nightclub
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Caesars Palace
Cover charge: Regular cover charge applies
Wilmer Valderrama will host a Heroes and Villains Costume Contest with $20,000 in cash and prizes to be given away to patrons dressed as their favorite characters. PURE Nightclub is located inside Caesars Palace, just South of the resort's Race and Sports Book.

Night of the Killer Costumes 2
When: 10 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: The Palms
A different costume contest will be held in each venue with more than $100,000 in cash and prizes. Billed as the 'largest costume contest ever.'

ROKtober 31st with Carmen Electra
When: Doors open at 10:30 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: ROK Vegas, New York-New York
Cover charge: $30
ROKtober 31st will be a scream at ROK Vegas when Carmen Electra hosts ROK's inaugural Halloween bash in costume. The spook-tacular night will also feature a special "treat" when Electra's fiance, guitarist and DJ Rob Patterson (formerly of Korn) performs and spins a special set. Costumes are encouraged.

Monster Bash Halloween 2008
When: Oct. 31-Nov. 2
Where: ASIA, Planet Hollywood
Cost: $40 per night or $99 for all three nights
Halloween night will feature DJ P, DJ Crime and DJ Swamp. They will be using some of the newest technology to put together the mixing and mashing of music and video on big screens all over the venue. DJ Miss Dust will be spinning electro/breakbeat house music in the VIP Room from 1 to 5 a.m.

Nov. 1 will fature an all-star cast of today's hottest female DJ's including DJ Miss Dust, Miss Lisa, Dani Deahl and DJ Tina T. There will also be a GO Go OFF where the hottest Go Go dancers will be competeing for more than $5,000 in cash.

Nov. 2 will be Halloween all over again or "Halloween 2." This night is especially for Industry people by Industry people.

Family & Senior Activities

5th Annual Hallo-wiener
When: noon Oct. 18
Where: Dog Fancier's Park, 5800 E. Flamingo Road
Cost: $2 per person or $5 for a family (free to paid 2009 members)
More info: lvhddachshundclub.com
The Las Vegas Hot Diggity Dachshund Club and Rescue is proud to present its 5th Annual Hallo-Wiener Picnic on October 18th, 2008. It is always lots of fun for Dachshunds and their owners. There will be Costume Contests, Wiener Races, a Raffle, Food and Drinks and lots more. By attending this event you will be helping support our club and rescue.

7th Annual Pug-O-Rama Picnic
When: 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Oct. 26
Where: Hills Park in Summerlin
Tickets: Tickets in advance at $10 general admission, $7 for children ages 6-12 and free for children ages 5 and under. Tickets at the door are $15 general admission.
Southern Nevada Pug Rescue will host its seventh annual Pug-O-Rama Picnic at Hills Park in Summerlin. The Halloween-themed event will continue to feature costume contests, prizes, raffles, and a silent auction. Pug owners are encouraged to dress up their Pugs, pack a picnic, and enjoy a few hours socializing with other Pug parents. For more information, visit www.rescuepugs.com.

People's Autism Foundation Boca Park Halloween Funtown Festival
When: 2-10 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; noon-10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 2
Where: Boca Park Shopping Center, corner of Rampart Boulevard and Alta Drive
Cost: Adults $2; children younger than 12 $1 (includes popcorn)
Inflatable rides for kids, ATVs, pony rides, bungee jumping, pumpkin patch, carnival rides, midway games, street entertainers, live entertainment, celebrity appearances, 20-plus vendors, kids' costume contests.

Centennial Haunted Hills
When: 2-6 p.m. Oct. 18
Where: Centennial Hills Community Center YMCA, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive
Cost: Free with donation of a non-perishable food item
More info: 645-1551, www.annrd.com
Sponsored by AnnRd.com and 75 local businesses, this event will feature contests for kids, door prizes and entertainment. Pre-register and get tickets at www.annrd.com.

7th Annual Ghosts and Goblins
When: Oct. 24-26. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. and close at 7:30 with last attractions closing at 8.
Where: Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson
Cost: $2 general admission (includes trick-or-treating for kids only)
More info: 702-455-7955
The annual Ghosts and Goblins event has been extened to three days this year. The event will feature trick-or-treating for kids on Heritage Street; a Howlin' Halloween DJ; costume contests; old-fashioned games; the Ghost Locomotive and the Abandoned Engineer; the Haunted Depot and the Spooky Caboose; the Spooky Alley featuring Guido's ghostly and gruesome pizzeria; and tje Ghost Town Scaretime Tours on the Trail of Fears.

Sponsored by the Clark County Museum Guild and open to families, especially those with children ages 12 and yonger.

3rd annual Easter Seals Trunk-or-Treat
When: 5-8 p.m., Oct. 25
Where: Easter Seals Southern Nevada, 6200 W. Oakey Blvd.
More info: 702-870-7050, www.eastersealssn.org
A safe place for children to trick-or-treat from car trunk to car trunk. In addition, there will be games, food/drinks, and some Halloween surprises. We are asking for a $15 donation per family to join in the fun. This year we are excited to announce the addition of a spooky haunted house and a not-so-spooky fun house for the younger participants.

Spooktaculer Haunted House and Costume Party
When: 5-9 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: 2200 W. Mesquite Ave.
Cost: $8, children 12 and younger $4
More info: 596-2491
Daughters of the Nile fundraiser featuring: cake walk $1, pumpkin maze, play area, games, candy, picture with a ghoul $1, raffles, food and drinks available for purchase.

Pumpkin Painting & Picture Taking
When: 5-7 p.m. Oct. 28
Where: Whitney Recreation Center, 5712 Missouri Ave
Cost: $2 per person
More info: 702-455-7576
All ages are invited to decorate a Halloween pumpkin and take a scenic Halloween picture.

Ghosts & Goblins Get Down
When: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 29
Where: Whitney Recreation Center, 5712 Missouri Ave
Cost: $2 per person
More info: 702-455-7576
Free costume contest and parade begin at 4 p.m. A cake walk and dance begin at 5 p.m.

Trunk Trick or Treat
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29
Where: Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road, Henderson
Cost: Free
More info: Register by Oct. 28 by calling 267-4070.
Trunk Trick or Treat is a unique twist on traditional trick-or-treating. Instead of going door to door, kids follow a "trail" in the recreation center's parking lot. Treats are passed out from the trunks of festively decorated cars. The event also includes a Halloween costume contest for all participants. Admission is free, but a donation of two canned food items to benefit the Henderson Salvation Army is appreciated. The event is sponsored by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department.

Jack-0-Latern Jubilee (ages 1-5)
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway, Henderson
More info: 702-267-5720
This spooktacular jubilee includes carnival games, a kids' Ferris Wheel, costume fashion show and trick or treating. One parent or guardian must accompany each child.

Hosted by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department.

Candy & Corridors (for kids up to the age of 13)
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Paradise Recreation Center, 4775 McLeod
Cost: $3 for 10 tickets
Bring your little ghost or goblin to this fun and safe Halloween Event! The Haunted Corridors of Paradise will welcome your ghost or goblin. Enjoy fun activities such as the Trick or Treat Town, carnival games, balloon artist and small carnival rides. Each carnival game or entrance to Trick or Treat Town will be one ticket. The Balloon Artist and small carnival rides will be two tickets. Wear your best costume and don't forget your trick or treat bags.

Freaky Fright Night Ghosts and Ghouls (for kids ages 12 and under)
When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Cambridge Recreation Center, 3930 Cambridge St.
Cost: Free
Children ages 12 and younger can gather candy at Trick-or-Treat Town and then scare themselves silly in one of the haunted houses. The annual costume contest will showcase Freaky Fright Night best dressed.

Panda Express will provide food and music and games will keep the whole family entertained. The event is free, but the train rides and climbing wall are 50 cents per person.

Univision and Hot 97.5 FM will be onsite hosting live remotes. Call for more information.

Trunk or Treat Imagination Celebration
When: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 30
Where: Community Lutheran Church, 3720 E. Tropicana Ave.
More info: (702) 458-2241
All children, teens and adults are invited to wear non-violent costumes and join us at 3720 E. Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV., on Oct. 30 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Food, games, crafts, parade of costumes, prizes & entertainment abound! Decorate your vehicle & bring goodies to share with the children from your trunk.

The Commons At Seven Hills Grand Opening Halloween Party
When: Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: The Commons At Seven Hills, 835 Seven Hills Drive, Henderson
Cost: Free
Info: 895-9999
Open to all ages. Halloween Trick or Treating, a jumper, face painting and balloons. Enjoy a live DJ and guitar performances, food and drink specials and other grand opening treats.

Fall Festival
When: Oct. 31, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Highland Hills Baptist Church, 615 College Dr., Henderson
Information: 566-0200
Free carnival-style fun. Games, bounce houses, candy, food, door prizes (no scary costumes, please).

Ghostwalk -- Trick-or-Treating at the District
When: 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: The District at Green Valley Ranch
More info: 564-8595
Kid-friendly Carnival of Horrors, trick-or-treat your way along shops and restaurants on both sides of The District. Ages 12 and younger.

Sunny 106.5's 18th Annual Safe Street
When: 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Town Square, Las Vegas Boulevard South and Sunset Road
More info: www.ksne.com
Join Sunny 106.5 for our 18th annual Safe Street, Friday October 31st at Town Square. Enjoy a night of "old fashioned" trick-or-treating, Pumpkin Patch photos, pumpkin decorating contest, Scary-oke, costume contests, coloring contests and Monster dancing. Halloween has never been more fun! Admittance is FREE!

Safe Street
When: 4 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Hotel Fear (Home Depot parking lot at Craig Road and Camino del Norte)
More info: www.lasvegashaunts.com
Home Depot, The Point and City of North Las Vegas Police Dept. join forces to present Safe Street. Many local merchants will be participating. Hotel Fear will present a special Lights On Tour for children under 10yrs. A $2.00 donation benefits Ronald McDonald House. The "lights on" tour is from 4 to 5:30 p.m. only.

Trick of Treat with Las Vegas Wranglers
When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31
Where: Orleans Arena, The Orleans
More info: 702-284-7777
All kids in costume may receive a free ticket at the Orleans Arena Box Office the night of the game. The Wranglers are also offering a safe form of trick-or-treating to all costumed kids from 6:30 PM - 7:25 PM in the concourse of the Orleans Arena. The Wranglers will also hold an on-ice contest for all kids in costume. Every child will receive a prize for participation. Throughout the game, the Wranglers will be playing Halloween themed music with decorations in the concourse. All members of the Las Vegas Wranglers staff will also be in costume.

Las Vegas will host Stockton at 7:30 PM this Friday at the Orleans Arena. The team will travel to Phoenix for a game with the RoadRunners on Monday, November 2nd at 6:11 PM (PST) at U.S. Airways Center. Las Vegas will return home to host Bakersfield on Friday, November 7th at 7:30 PM and Phoenix on Saturday, November 8th at 7:30 PM.

Calvary Chapel of Spring Valley's Annual Harvest Festival
When: 5-9 p.m., Oct 31
Where: 7175 West Oquendo Road (off of Rainbow Blvd., near the Aroma Resteraunt)
All ages welcomed. Free admission! Free game booths! Free Candy! Rides for older kids/adults and rides for the younger kids. Wristbands are available for purchase for unlimited rides. All supervised for safety. Carnival-style food is available for purchase. Lots of fun and face painting too! There will be security guards as well as Metro police helping to keep things safe for the kids. Shuttles and parking are provided. You can wear costumes but no scary/gory type of costumes, please.
Infol: 362-9000

Life in Death Festival: Day of the Dead
When: 4 to 9 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2
Where: Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive
Cost: Free
More info: 702-455-7029
The annual event will feature contests, indoor and outdoor performances, workshops in crafting sugar skulls, a craft area for childrens and art exhibits.

T&T Celebrates Dia de los Muertos
When: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 2
Where: T&T (Tacos & Tequila), Luxor
In celebration of the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, T&T (Tacos & Tequila) is hosting a festive brunch complete with drink specials, live music and a costume contest.

The brunch will feature an an assortment of breakfast tacos, burritos and chilaquiles. The restaurant is also offering two-for-one Casarita drink specials to add to the holiday spirit. The signature margarita, the Casarita is mixed with Hornitos Anejo Tequila, organic agave nectar, Grand Marnier and the delicious housemade margarita mix -- squeezed daily from fresh limes -- and topped off with a rim of the restaurant’s salt mixture.

Diners will also enjoy live music from the band Mariachi Tapatio and rhythmic beats from DJ Ernan. Guests looking to add a little extra flavor to the party can dress up and participate in the Day of the Dead costume contest. The best costume will win a $500 cash prize. T&T will announce the winner at the end of brunch and will take photos to commemorate the contest. Participants do not need to be present to win, but must be 21 years of age or older to enter. Reservations are recommended (702-262-5225).

Events sponsored by City of Las Vegas

Lunch with Witch Wanda (ages 3-8)
Saturday, October 11, 1 to 3 p.m. Registration closes October 4.
Fee: $12
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Enjoy Halloween-shaped sandwiches and witches' brew, play games, paint a pumpkin and have your photo taken with Witch Wanda. Only parent and paid child may attend.

B-O-O Bag Workshop (ages 4-10)
Wednesday, October 15, 4 to 5 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Bring a solid color pillowcase to make a Halloween bag. Enjoy goodies, too.

Free Family Movie in the Park (all ages)
Thursday, October 16, 6:30 p.m. pre-movie activities; 7 p.m. "Monster House" movie.
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn chairs to watch a movie under the stars. Refreshments for sale.

Spooky Cookie Fun Workshop (ages 3-5)
Friday, October 17, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $8
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.

Monster Mania Carnival (all ages)
Friday, October 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $5
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Play carnival games, win prizes and more. All ages welcome!

Creepy Critter Pumpkin Carving (all ages)
Saturday, October 18, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $20 per family; includes one large pumpkin, carving supplies, cookies and punch.
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Dress for a costume contest and join the annual pumpkin-carving party.

Haunted Bone Yard Tour (ages 50+)
Tuesday, October 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $2 transportation fee, $3 entrance fee, plus lunch cost.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 East Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
We'll search the valley for all the haunted spots, then conclude the spooky adventure by walking through the Neon Museum's historic marquee signs.

Hoedown & Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, October 22, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $4, includes lunch of BBQ pork sandwiches, baked beans, coleslaw and cobbler.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Enjoy lunch, chili cook-off, dancing, country-western entertainment and plenty of fun.

Free Chili Cook-off (ages 50+)
Wednesday, October 22, 11 a.m. to noon. Advance registration required.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Prizes awarded for best overall, most original and best taste.

Oktoberfest Celebration & Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, October 22, noon. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Enjoy bratwurst, sauerkraut, hot German potato salad, sweet and sour beans and Black Forest cake.

Little Goblin Gathering (ages 3-12)
Wednesday, October 22, 6 to 7 p.m. Register at least one week in advance.
Fee: $15
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Wear your favorite costume as you make a craft and play holiday games.

Howling Halloween Carnival (all ages)
Friday, October 24, 4 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $5 per wristband
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Enjoy the haunted house and carnival games with candy prizes, eating contest, pumpkin patch extravaganza, performers and more. Treats available for purchase. Cosponsored with Charleston Heights and Johnson community schools.

Little Pastry Chefs Presents Becker's Baking Delights (ages 5-15)
Friday, October 24, 5 to 6 p.m. Register at least one week in advance.
Fee: $25
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Learn to make a delicious no-bake pumpkin mousse.

Free Halloween Spooktacular (ages 2-12)
Friday, October 24, 5 to 7 p.m.
Clark Community School, 3074 Arville Street, (702) 229-3686.
Enjoy the spooky haunted house and scary activities with fun, prizes and entertainment for kids.

Boofest Halloween Carnival & Haunted Graveyard (ages 3-12)
Friday, October 24, 6 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $3
Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642.
Enjoy games, costume contest and fun. Refreshments available for purchase.

Wicky Witches Kids Night Out (ages 3-12)
Friday, October 24, 6 to 9 p.m. Pre-registration required.
Fee: $15
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Youth make a craft, eat pizza and play games. Must be potty trained.

East Las Vegas Safe HalloweenFest (all ages)
Presented with La Nueva 103.5 FM, Recuerdo 99.3 FM, Cricket Wireless and El Tiempo
Saturday, October 25, 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Free admission.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Dress in costume and bring the family to enjoy the spooky Safe HalloweenFest, with its costume parade with prizes, trick-or-treat booths, carnival games and monster mash dance contests with prizes. Local businesses and organizations support this event.

Chipmunk Halloween (ages 3-10)
Monday, October 27, 6 to 7 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $12
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Come dressed as a chipmunk and be ready to create a witchy craft, too.

Autumn Harvest Potluck (ages 50+)
Tuesday, October 28, noon to 2 p.m.
Fee: Free with dish to share. Sign up at front desk for the dish you will bring.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.

The Great Pumpkin Patch (all ages)
Tuesday, October 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $15 per family
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
This pumpkin-carving workshop offers prizes for the scariest, cutest and coolest pumpkins. One pumpkin provided per family.

Murder Mystery Luncheon: The Mystery at Devil's Gulch (ages 50+)
Wednesday, October 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 East Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Dress for the costume ball and figure out "who dun it."

Monster Bash (ages 50+)
Wednesday, October 29, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: $4
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Dress in costume to celebrate at this spooktacular party.

Harvest Social (age 50+)
Wednesday, October 29, noon to 2 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $2
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Enjoy a potato bar, fresh root beer, pumpkin carving and a performance by the Reader Theatre Club.

Little Goblin Party Workshop (ages 3-6)
Wednesday, October 29, 4 to 5 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Dress as your favorite character for an hour of fun.

Mirabelli Haunted FUN House (ages 3-6)
Wednesday, October 29, 4 to 6 p.m.
Fee: $3 wristband
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Enjoy a haunted house that's not scary.

Free Haunted Halloween Carnival (all ages)
Wednesday, October 29, 6 to 8 p.m.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 North J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Bring the family and friends to enjoy carnival games, a haunted house and lots of fun.

Harvest Festival Potluck & Bingo (ages 50+)
Thursday, October 30, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $2
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 North J St., (702) 229-6125.
Bring a dish and a story to share; then be prepared to play bingo!

Haunted Halloween Party & Mixer (ages 50+)
Thursday, October 30, 11 a.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Enjoy fun, games, contests and spooky food. Costumes highly recommended.

Halloween Fright Night Celebration & Costume Contest (ages 50+)
Thursday, October 30, 4 to 6 p.m.
Fee: $5
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Enjoy refreshments, cakewalk, games, and costume contest with prizes.

Halloween Carnival & Goblin Gathering (ages 1-10)
Thursday, October 30, 6 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $2
Lied Community School, 5340 West Tropical Parkway, (702) 229-5072.
Dress in costume to play carnival games and enjoy treats at this spooktacular event.

Trunk or Treat (all ages)
Thursday, October 30, 6 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $3 per person
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096.
Enjoy a small carnival and a safe night of spooky trunk-or-treating.

Free Haunted Halloween Carnival (all ages)
Thursday, October 30, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Stupak Community Center, 300 W. Boston Ave., (702) 229-2488.
Dress in costume to enjoy games, costume contests, prizes and trick-or-treating.

Halloween Carnival (all ages)
Thursday, October 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Fee: 25 cents per carnival booth
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Dress in costume to enjoy games, contests, prizes and more. Refreshments available for purchase.

Halloween Haunted House & Carnival (all ages)
Thursday, October 30, 7 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $3
Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Ave., (702) 229-4600.
Wear costumes to enjoy a scary haunted house, with small carnival games for the little ones.

Live Big Band Halloween Dance (adults)
Thursday, October 30, 7 p.m.
Tickets: $10 advance; $12 performance day.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Enjoy dancing to the Big Band tunes of Boyd Coulter and the Good Times Band. Costumes are encouraged, though not required. Please join us for a magical evening.

Halloween Stores

Halloween Express
9893 S. Eastern Ave.

Halloween Express
Galleria at Sunset mall (next to Victoria Secret)

Halloween Experience
6230 S. Decatur Blvd.

Halloween Express
915 S. Rainbow Blvd.

Spirit 4463 W. Charleston Blvd.
Spirit 523 N. Stephanie St., Henderson

Halloween Express
4911 W. Craig Road

Star Costume & Theatrical Supply
3230 S. Valley View Blvd.

American Costumes
390 W. Sahar Ave.

Imagination Costume
4350 Arville St., Suite 15

Visiting Headliners

Oct. 22-Nov. 9 -- Elton John, The Colosseum, Caesars Palace
Oct. 30-Nov. 12 -- Tom Jones, Hollywood Theatre, MGM Grand
Oct. 30-Nov. 2 -- Engelbert Humperdinck, Showroom, The Orleans
Oct. 31-Nov. 9 -- Rodney Carrington, Hollywood Theatre, MGM Grand
Oct. 31-Nov. 2 -- Sonny Turner, Showroom, Suncoast
Oct. 31 -- Apocalyptica, House of Blues, Mandalay Bay

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