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It’s that time of year again—Giant skeletons are emerging from the grave and standing prominently in the front yards of the houses they’ve haunted all year, potions are being brewed by witches in old, cast-iron cauldrons and ghosts of criminals past are haunting local landmarks. Proceed with caution to find out how to best celebrate spooky season with your ghouls and goblins.
Through December 31 – Haunted Histories
Imperial Calcasieu Museum
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Wednesday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
An immersive journey into the legends, lore and lingering mysteries of Southwest Louisiana. This one-of-a-kind exhibit brings together centuries of true crime, folklore and firsthand accounts of the unexplained—blurring the line between documented history and the supernatural.
September 26-November 1 – The Lost Hollows
6:00-11:30 p.m.
Individual passes: $30;
Fast Pass: $50
Recurring weekly on Friday
and Saturday
After traveling to the creepiest woods in Southwest Louisiana, get lost on the Deadly Pines trail, a spine-tingling path that winds through the woods and into your darkest fears. Children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult.
September 27 – Spirit Guides Season 5 Launch Party
6:30 p.m.
Imperial Calcasieu Museum
Late night/overnight special investigation for the first few to come in the door.
October 4 – Illusions of Darkness: A Vampire Ball
7:00-11:00 p.m.
Magnolia House Event Center
$108.55+
Step into a world of mystery and seduction where the night comes alive with enchantment.
October 10-November 1 – Every Friday and Saturday – Gothic Jail After Dark
205 W. 1st St., DeRidder
7:30-11:30 p.m.
$20
October 19 – Witches & Soothsayers Costume Party
6:00-8:30 p.m.
Krew’s Books & Brews
General admission: $35; VIP: $60
GA admission will grant you:
-Entry into “before” party
-A plate of goodies from our catered snack spread
-Witches & Soothsayers signature latte
-Entry into showcase, with your own chair
VIP admission will grant you:
-All of the benefits of GA PLUS
-An extra drink token for a drink of your choice
-A seat with a table for your comfort with prime view of the show
-A locally sourced swag bag loaded with goodies
October 23 – Halloween Lantern Class
5:30 p.m.
Creative Roots
$20
RSVP: shopatcreativeroots.com/book-online
October 23-26
Witch
Tritico Theatre
7:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. on Sunday
$20
A charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth should be his easiest target, having been labeled a “witch” and cast out by the town, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince her—and then returns again—unexpected passions flare, alliances are formed and the village is forever changed.
October 24 – Movies Under the Stars: Wicked
River Bluff Park
6:30 p.m.
Free
October 24
Nevermore Night Market
Magnolia House Event Center
6:00-10:00 p.m.
$20+
Ages: 18+
Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/nevermore-night-market-a-boo-sy-adult-book-fair-tickets-1574666151849?aff=oddtdtcreator
Magnolia House Event Center will be transformed into a southern gothic fever dream. Dark romance, gothic lit and horror novels will be piled high, spooky-season artisans will serve everything from hauntingly beautiful jewelry to candles that smell like your favorite brooding book boyfriend. Enjoy the hum of conversation and the clink of glasses at the bar. This is an 18+ Sip & Shop where brooding literature, hauntingly beautiful goods, and cocktails flow under moody lights.
October 24 – Vampire Ball
My Place American Pub
10:00 p.m.
$5
Ages: 21+
Nathan Scott will handle the resurrection of your dance moves and gothic beats; you handle the wardrobe. Think high-collar Dracula, trench-coat Blade, velvet-gloom Interview, or leather-and-quips straight out of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Behind the bar: themed drinks dark enough to blot out the moon and bright enough to make you forget you can’t be photographed in mirrors.
October 24
Josh Gates Live! An Evening of Ghosts, Monsters & Tales of Adventure
7:30 p.m.
Rosa Hart Theatre
$64.85+
Tickets: http://bit.ly/4jUkXZ6
Featuring eerie paranormal encounters, cryptic investigations and captivating stories from global expeditions.
October 24 – Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles Coats for Kids Spooktacular
5:00-9:00 p.m.
Crying Eagle Brewing Company—McNeese University
Free
Each guest who donates a new or gently used coat will receive a FREE drinking glass, beverage token and raffle ticket. Family-friendly activities, games and a petting zoo will take place from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Silent auction, Poke-the-Pumpkin raffle prizes, and live music will be ongoing.
October 25 – CYPHACON Halloween
Pub Crawl
6:00 p.m.
Free
Beings at Pujo Street Café; Ends at MacFarlane’s Celtic Pub
Ages: 21+
Each location will have a drink special for Pub Crawl attendees.
All purchases of food and drinks on the crawl at various locations will be up to the participants.
October 25 – Kids Halloween Bingo
9:30 a.m.
6086 River Road, Lake Charles
$0.25 per game
Presented by Colors for a Cause, kids play Bingo for a chance to win sweets, toys, gift cards.
There will be a kids cook-off. Contestants must provide their own grill and meat. Each team will submit six hamburgers and a pack of hotdogs for judging. Buns will be provided by CFAC.
October 25 – Boo Bash
Herman Frasch Park, Sulphur
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Free
Enjoy trick or treating, pumpkin painting, games and lots of candy! Wear your best costume for your chance to win the costume contest.
October 25 – Spell Jars Class
3:30-4:30 p.m.
$20+
Tickets: shopatcreativeroots.com/book-now
Make a Good Vibes Shaker and a Mini Protection Jar.
October 25 – Trick or Trail
4:00-8:00 p.m.
Sam Houston Jones State Park
Enjoy an evening of family fun complete with food trucks and raffles. All proceeds will directly benefit the trails of SHJSP Lake Area Mountain Bike Organization.
