What's going on for Halloween in Wilmington???

There is so much happening in Wilmington as we approach Halloween. There is something for everyone who celebrates Halloween from the smallest to the largest of kids. :)

Here are just a few suggestions:

October Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch

Take a ride out into the countryside to Mike’s Farm. Every Saturday in October, the farm offers hayrides to the pumpkin patch. Mike’s Farm is located in Beulaville at 1600 Haw Branch Road. For directions contact: 1-888-820-FARM or www.mikesfarm.com.

Springbrook Farms Halloween Ghost Trolley

A horse-drawn trolley will take you to the Haunted Barn. Listen to ghost stories on the way and enjoy free treats. Appropriate for young children. $12 for adults; $5 for children. Hours are October 29-31 from 6 – 9 pm. Meet the trolley at Water and Market Sts. For more information call 910-251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com.

NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

Trick or Treat Under the Sea 5 – 8:30 pm, October 30. Come in costume to enjoy craft and candy stations, story telling, special programs, and more. Families with young children will only be allowed to use an umbrella stroller. $6/person. For more information call 910-458-8257 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Brunswick Little Theatre

The theatre presents “Dracula” at the BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium on October 31-November 2. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm, or Sunday at 3 pm. Tickets cost $15 for adults, and $6 for students. Call 910-524-4869 or see www.brunswicklittletheatre.com for a program description.

Independence Mall Halloween Trick or Treat

Merchants at the mall are prepared to pass out candy and other goodies to costumed children who trick or treat inside. Free. 4 – 6 pm October 31. For more information call 910-392-1776 or visit www.shopindependencemall.com.

Cameron Art Museum Cam After Dark: Haunt 2008

An opportunity for adults to have costumed fun. From 9 pm – 12 am on Halloween night, enjoy music, drinks, and more. www.cameronartmuseum.com has a ticket purchase link ($15 non-member) or call 910-395-5999.

Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington

Tours are nightly at 6:30 or 8:30 pm year round but special Halloween times are added. Call for a reservation. Meet at the intersection of Market and Front Streets for a walk around legendary sites of Wilmington. For more information call 910-794-1866.

Story Times Boo

11 am, October 29. Halloween-themed story time at the Hampstead Library for young children. 910-270-4603.

Halloween Story Time

3 pm, October 31. Drop in at Pomegranate Books for some spooky and non-spooky tales.
910-452-1107 or www.pombooks.net .

These are just a few examples of events I have found on the web, I hope these help you have a safe, spooky yet fun, Halloween.

Happy Halloween!!!