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From corn mazes and pumpkin patches to terrifying clowns and ghost tours, here are some of the many Halloween-related events set along the Wasatch Front and beyond.
Haunted Aquarium
Cabela's is set up for Halloween, including a Haunted Aquarium, with a treasure hunt for goodies. There will be trick-or-treating in the store from 4-6 p.m. on Halloween.
When • Daily through Nov. 1, 9 a.m.
Where • Cabela's, 2502 W. Cabela's Blvd., Lehi
Tickets • Free
WitchFest 2014
The witches are out at Gardner Village in West Jordan with a host of activities through the month. And remember, share your photos with the witches using the hash tags #gardnervillage or #gardnervillagewitchfest.
The Lying, The Witch & The Warlock • Food, live music and witchy fun combine at this year's show, "The Lying, The Witch & The Warlock," at the Gardner Village dinner theater. Tickets starting at $30.95
Breakfast with a Witch: The Carnival of Witches • Dine with the witches as they entertain, mingle, sign autograph sheets and take photos with your little ones. Tickets starting at $13.
Wee Witches Playground • Let your little ghouls jump on a giant pillow, climb enchanting spider webs, crawl through the Maze of Mayhem and more. Tickets $6.
Witches' Night Out • Leave the kids at home, grab your witchy sisters and wear your most elaborate costumes. Events Oct. 24-25, 6-10 p.m., include a Witches' Parade at 8 p.m. and dancing to end the evening. Those 18 years and older encouraged.
Where • Gardner Village, 1100 W. 7800 South, West Jordan
More information • For all the events, visit gardnervillage.com.
Halloween at Thanksgiving Point
As part of the festivities this month, Thanksgiving Point will be transformed into the Land of Oz in honor of the 75th anniversary of the film release of "The Wizard of Oz." Visit http://www.thanksgivingpoint.org for a list of events.
When • Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, 10 a.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 20-31, 10 a.m.
Where • Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Tickets • Prices vary for events; visit http://www.thanksgivingpoint.org.
Cornbelly's Maze and Pumpkin Fest
Not just a corn maze, Cornbelly's includes a pumpkin patch, playground, farm-themed kiddie rides, Pumpkin Princess Playland, Insanity Point haunted maze, story times, pig races, contests and more.
When • Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, 4-9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 20-25, 4-9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 27-Nov. 1, 4-9 p.m.
Where • Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Tickets • $9.95-$34.95; visit cornbellys.com/general-admission.html.
Black Island Farms
This working vegetable farms includes Utah's largest corn maze, hayrides to pick pumpkins. Nightmare Acres and much more.
When • Daily through Nov. 1, call 801-774-MAZE (6293) for hours.
Where • 3178 S. 3000 West, Syracuse
Tickets • Combo tickets $16-$20 for adults, $11-$20 for children, individual attractions, group rates and discounts available; http://www.blackislandfarms.com.
Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus
Strangling Brothers has pioneered a new approach to scaring people by using 25 custom-designed tractor trailers arranged in a circus maze filled with animatronics, lighting and special effects.
When • Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, 7:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 20-Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m.
Where • Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus, 98 E. 13800 South, Draper
Tickets • Starting at $23 per person; discount coupons available at Wendy's restaurants or Zurchers; http://www.stranglingbros.com.
Historic Downtown Logan Ghost Tour
Learn about downtown Logan's most famous ghosts, poltergeists and spirits on guided tours with Utah Storytelling Guild guides and Cache Valley Paranormal investigators. Visit http://www.logandowntown.org for reservations.
When • Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, and 24-25, 7-11 p.m.
Where • The Emporium, 55 N. Main, Logan
Tickets • $9; bit.ly/1rs4zC6
Freaky Fridays
The Draper Arts Council with Clayton Productions present "Freaky Fridays," an all-Halloween song and dance spectacular.
When • Friday, Oct. 17 and 24, 7, 8 and 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Where • Draper Historic Theatre, 12366 S. 900 East, Draper
Tickets • $5; http://www.draperartscouncil.org.
The Haunted Forest in American Fork
At the Haunted Forest, visitors walk through a real forest with scary surprises. There are also two indoor attractions, "Haunted Hallow" and "Zombie Warz."
When • Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 17-18, 24-25, 31, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Monday through Friday, Oct. 20-23, 7:30-10 p.m., Monday through Thursday, Oct. 27-30, 7:30-10 p.m.
Where • American Fork City Hall, 31 N. Church St., American Fork
Tickets • $5-$25; hauntedutah.com/haunted_forest_tickets.html.
2014 Ginormous Pumpkin Regatta
Competitors carve out 600- to 1,200-pound pumpkins, load them into Sugarhouse Park Pond and race in the 4th Annual Regatta. More information available at http://www.mvseeds.com/regatta.html.
When • Saturday, Oct. 18, noon-3 p.m.
Where • Sugar House Park, 1300 E. 2100 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Pet Costume Contest
Dress up your pet to compete for up to $1,500 cash.
When • Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where • The Gateway, 400 W. 100 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • Contest registration required, between 10 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. The contest and voting will take place starting at noon.
Halloween Hoot
This annual event includes a bird show, story time and Halloween crafts. Those in costume receive 50 percent off admission.
When • Saturdays, Oct. 18, 25, 1-3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31, 1-3 p.m.
Where • Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $7; tracyaviary.org/upcoming-events
Saltair Halloween Investigation
You didn't know the Saltair was haunted? Bring cameras and ghost hunting equipment (gear will be provided, too). There also will be food, drinks and dancing. For 17 and older (will need I.D). Costumes recommended but optional.
When • Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where • Saltair, 12408 W. Salt Air Drive, Magna
Tickets • $50; facebook.com/events/1482790221972036 for information.
Pumpkin Days
Wheeler Farm's family friendly, not-so-scary Halloween activities include a 5-foot high hay bale maze, pumpkin picking and a wagon ride through Wheeler Woods.
When • Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 17-18, 24-25, 31, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sundays, Oct. 19, 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays, Oct. 20-30, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where • Wheeler Farm, 6351 S. 900 East , Salt Lake City
Tickets • $9; wheelerfarm.com/events/fallFestival.html.
Draper's Haunted Hollow
This community party will include carnival games, candy and prizes, a pumpkin patch, magician's show and more. Children of all ages welcome. Wear a costume and bring treat bags.
When • Monday, Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m.
Where • Draper Historic Park and Sorenson Home Museum, 12625 S. 900 East, Draper
Tickets • Free
Nightmare on 13th
Nightmare on 13th is Utah's largest and most technical haunted house. Not for young children or anyone who is sensitive.
When • Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 18-25, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Monday through Thursday, Oct. 20-Oct. 29, 7:30-10 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1, 7:30-11 p.m.
Where • Nightmare on 13th Haunted House, 300 W. 1300 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $22-$37; visit http://www.nightmareon13th.com/tickets.
Garden After Dark - Once Upon A Fairytale
Red Butte Garden has been overrun with fairytales. From wicked brambles to magic pumpkins, plants are surprisingly prevalent in these famous tales. Explore these connections and hunt for signs of fairytale villains.
When • Thursdays through Saturdays, Oct. 16-18, 23-25, 6-9 p.m.
Where • Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $12; $6 for members; http://www.redbuttegarden.org/garden-after-dark.
Golden Braid Spooktacular
Psychics are available for readings at the annual Halloween Spooktacular. Appointments required by calling 801-322-1162.
When • Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where • Golden Braid Books, 151 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $45, $60, $80; http://www.goldenbraidbooks.com.
Monster Mash
The "Monster Mash" sponsored by Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center and Cottonwood Heights City, includes a "pumpkin alley," ice-skating, treat bags, games and "Scales and Tails," a 45-minute educational show featuring all kinds of "creepy crawlies." Kids and parents are encouraged to wear costumes.
When • Friday, Oct. 24, 4-6 p.m.
Where • Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, 7500 S. 2700 East, Cottonwood Heights
Tickets • Free for kids 12 and under.
Midvale Halloween Carnival
Midvale hosts a Halloween Carnival. Call 385-468-1515 or visit slco.org/recreation/copperview/eventsAndNews/Halloween_Carnival.html for information.
When • Friday, Oct. 24, 6-8 p.m.
Where • Copperview Skate Park & Recreation Center, 8446 S. Harrison St., Midvale
Tickets • Free
Fear Factory
The Fear Factory, located in an abandoned cement factory, includes underground tunnels, catwalks, twisty slides that are several stories high. New this year: "Fear Fall" and the "Last Ride Zipline."
When • Friday and Saturday, 7-10 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 20-Nov. 1, 7-10 p.m.
Where • Fear Factory, 666 W. 800 South, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $15-$25; fearfactoryslc.com.
Ghost Tours of Ogden and Salt Lake City
Guided by a professional storyteller, bus tours, cemetery tours and walking tours are available. Salt Lake City ghost tours begin behind the Rio Grande Building and the Ogden tours meet at Union Station parking lot. Visit storytours.com/Story_Tours/Home.html for information or call 801-529-4497.
When • Oct. 17-18, Oct. 24-25, Oct. 31, various times.
Tickets • $13-$18; visit storytours.com/Story_Tours/Home.html.
Wicked Halloween 5K and Family Expo
This 5k will be followed by a family festival that will include a costume contest, bounce houses (weather permitting), vendors and trick-or-treating.
When • Saturday, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m.- 11:55 a.m.
Where • Memory Grove, 351 N. Capitol Blvd., Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free for Family Expo and trick or treating, fees for race and some activities; endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=10182652.
SoulWorks Psychic & Holistic Fair Halloween Event
Dancing Crane Imports hosts SoulWorks Psychic & Holistic Fair Halloween Event.
When • Saturday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where • Dancing Crane Imports, 673 E. Simpson Ave., Salt Lake City
Tickets • Free
Boo-nanza Halloween Spooktacular
This year's theme is centered on comic book and movie characters, with a special event aimed toward "All Hallows Read." New this year is a Pumpkin Drop contest. More information at http://www.clearfieldcity.org.
When • Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m.
Where • Clearfield Aquatic Center, 825 S. State St., Clearfield
Tickets • Free; tickets for games are 50 cents.
Castle of Chaos
Castle of Chaos, featured on The Travel Channel's "America's Scariest Halloween Attractions," has four levels of terror. Visit castleofchaos.com for information.
When • Daily, Oct. 17-28, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 7:30-11:30 p.m.
Where • Castle of Chaos — Taylorsville, 5576 S. Redwood Road, Taylorsville
Tickets • $18-$23; visit castleofchaos.com/prices.
Lagoon's Frightmares
Lagoon's Frightmares adds scary fun and ghoulish entertainment for everyone along with Lagoon's rides and attractions. Check http://www.lagoonpark.com for open days and times.
When • Oct. 17-19, 24-30; http://www.lagoonpark.com for days and times.
Where • Lagoon, 375 Lagoon Drive, Farmington
Tickets • $49.95; visit lagoonpark.com/admissions/frightmaresDayPassport.
The Haunted Woods
This family-friendly haunted house benefits the Boy Scouts of America. Reservations required.
When • Monday through Thursday, Oct. 27-30, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where • Camp Tracy Lodge, Mill Creek Canyon Road, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $7; $9 after Oct. 23; visit ccruppel.wix.com/hauntedwoods.
Pumpkinpalooza
This child-friendly event will feature two costume contests: for children and one for dogs. Other activities include face painting, the Grass Garden Labyrinth, a tomato throw and a walk through Pumpkin Alley for a look at more than 90 carved and lit pumpkins.
When • Monday, Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m.
Where • Utah State University Botanical Center, 920 S. 50 West, Kaysville; Parking can be found at 875 S. 50 West, Kaysville.
Tickets • Free, except activities where noted.
Halloween Howls
Wear your Halloween best for spooky stories, songs, and a parade around the library.
When • Tuesday, Oct. 28, sessions at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Where • Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, Murray
Tickets • Free
Magician Timothy Riggs
Utah's own professional comedy magician Timothy Riggs is back for his popular annual show.
When • Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.
Where • SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State St., Orem
Tickets • $5; available at SCERA, by calling 801-225-ARTS, visiting http://www.scera.org or at the door 30 minutes prior to the show.
Haunted Theatre Spooktacular
Ghosts of productions past are putting on a variety show in this Utah Children's Theatre production. The Youth Guild will be putting on a Halloween Carnival Fundraiser before each show. There will be a costume contest on Oct. 30-31.
When • Fridays, Oct. 17, 24, 31, 7 p.m., Saturdays, Oct. 18, 25, 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.
Where • Utah Children's Theatre, 3605 S. State, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $10-$14; uctheatre.org/products/haunted-theatre-spooktacular.
Homestead Paranormal Investigation
Southern Utah Paranormal team members will lead small groups on an investigation of Frontier Homestead State Park Museum and other sites. Event is limited to 20 participants 18 and older.
When • Thursday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22, 7-9 p.m.
Where • Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, 635 N. Main St., Cedar City
Tickets • $5; Frontierhomestead.utah.gov or call 435-586-9290 for information.
Cemetery Tours
Come to the park for guided tours of Cedar City's historic cemetery.
When • Tuesday, Oct. 21, tours begin at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Where • Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, 635 N. Main St., Cedar City
Tickets • $3; call 435-586-9290 for information.
Ghosts of Camp Floyd
Is Camp Floyd haunted? Participate in a paranormal investigation of Camp Floyd. Visitors are encouraged to bring flashlights, camera cables, film, digital and infrared cameras. Event is limited to 35 participants and online reservations are required.
When • Saturday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m.
Where • Camp Floyd State Park and Stagecoach Inn Museum, 18035 W. 1540 North, Salt Lake City
Tickets • $5; visit campfloyd.utah.gov or or call 801-768-8932.