Spine-tingling fun is just around the tombstone! Several local Halloween events are coming to Decatur, Illinois, proving that ghouls just want to have fun. Whether you have kids or want to get out and have some fun yourself, one of these events will hit the mark!
Oct. 17-18 & 23-31, 2015
Boo at the Zoo
On Halloween night, you’re sure to have a fright at the Scovill Zoo. This coming All Hallows Eve, and on select days leading up to the holiday, Scovill will host its annual Boo at the Zoo event. The family-friendly affair includes treat stations, a Fright Night Express Train, spooky decorations, animal encounters and more. Call (217) 421 - 7435 or click here for more details.
Oct. 22, 2015
Booseum
Halloween isn’t just for kids. The Children’s Museum of Illinois is hosting an adults-only party that’s open to monsters, goblins and witches age 21 and over. If you want to eat, drink and be scary with your ghoul-friends, the Booseum party is only $15 to enter and will feature a costume contest, museum trick or treating, cocktails and a special Trick-or-Treat Raffle.
Oct. 24, 2015
Halloween Hoopla
Also at CMI this holiday season is an all-ages event that’s perfect for kids, tweens and adults. There will be many activities, including Halloween crafting, museum trick or treating, making s’mores and spooky scavenger hunts. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume. Call (217) 423 - 5437 or click here to get more info.
Oct. 29-30, 2015
Halloween Concerts
This month at Millikin University’s infamously haunted Albert Taylor Theatre there will be two nights of fang-tastic concerts put on by the school’s percussion ensemble. Costumes are recommended, especially if you want to compete in the costume contest for fun prizes! Tickets are available here.
