In addition to some of our conversations about the state’s history of witch hunts and decorative gourds, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø residents looking to embrace the spooky season can find several free happenings across the state.
Friday, Oct. 27
The Urban League of Greater Hartford will be holding a free "" event from 4-6 p.m. at 140 Woodland St. in Hartford. In addition to tailgate style trick-or-treating, there will be a book give away, music and double-dutch demonstrations.
The will turn its firehouse into a haunted house for children 11 and older. A local theater group, , will help make the night extra goulish.
The event at 625 Orange Center Rd. will be held Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 from 7-9 p.m.
A donation of $5 or more is suggested.
Foxwoods Resort Casino is holding a on Oct. 27. Event begins at 6 p.m. It includes a free showing of the movie "Hotel Transylvania," costume contests and, of course, candy. All ages are welcomed.
Saturday, Oct. 28
Stamford’s Mill River Park hosts annual art festival Oct. 28. The family and pet friendly event begins at noon and runs for five hours. It includes a costume parade, trick-or-treating and a live mural competition.
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Museum of Culture and History in Hartford is hosting a Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Businesses in are holding trick-or-treating for children Oct. 28 from 3-5 p.m.
Hops on the Hill Brewery in South Glastonbury is holding its 2nd Annual Oct. 28. Judging begins at 2:30 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 29
The Shubert Theatre in New Haven is holding a Oct. 29 10a.m. to 1 p.m.
Registration is requested but not required. Children under 12 can don their costumes for trick-or-treating in the lobby while all patrons can enjoy a backstage tour of the theater.
The Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and the Mystic Fire Department hold its Oct. 29 from 1-3 p.m.
Granby is holding a event Oct. 29 at Salmon Brook Park from 1:30-3 p.m.
In New Haven, Arts in CT is holding a Oct. 29. Registration is recommended because the event is being capped at 100 participants.