October 23rd, 2012 
Last week, we covered Halloween events for families and kidsbut there are no shortage of happenings that are fun for adults too. Take a look at the list below of top events in the Austin area for Halloween this year.
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Grotesque and Arabesque: Poe Retold
Weird City Theatre is putting on the world premiere of five adaptations of Poe’s most sinister works. The performance takes a new look at old classics and weaves together film and live theatre to produce well known stories like The Tell-Tale Heart, Masque of the Red Death, Cask of Amontillado, Hop Frog and The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar.
WHEN: Fridays and Saturdays through November 3 at 8 p.m.
WHERE:
Blue Theatre
916 Springdale Road
Austin, TX 78702
Ph. 512-927-1118
TICKETS: Starting at $15. Purchase your tickets here.
An Austin original and favorite to many, Scare for a Cure is back for its 6th year. Since 2007, the all volunteer staff at this non-profit have worked tirelessly to scare participants and raise funds for the Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas. Although kids are allowed, many will find it too frightening as the adventure is geared toward teens and adults. The experience is an “extreme haunted house” meaning participants will not only be frightened, but also have to to walk, run, crawl and generally get dirty while making their way through. For an extra intense experience, consider buying Red Level tickets.
WHEN: October 25, 26, 27 & 31 at various times
WHERE:
Ghost Town
14219 Littig Road
Manor, Texas 78653
Ph. 512-922-2683
TICKETS: $25 for general admission and $30 for red level. Purchase your tickets here.
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Last year, Miss A covered this amazing Halloween-themed party. Goodwill Industries of Central Texas is back again with Mr. Dark’s Carnival as their theme. Blue Finger Disco will be providing the entertainment for the festivities this year and, as always, attendees are encouraged to dress in their best costume to round out the night.
WHEN: Friday, October 26, 2012 at 8 p.m.
WHERE:
W Hotel Austin
200 Lavaca Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Ph. 512-542-3600
TICKETS: Starting at $150. Purchase your tickets here.
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The Paramount Theatre invites everyone to enjoy Halloween classics and maybe discover some new favorites as well. It will be back-to-back Halloween horrors covering comedy and drama alike. Screenings include Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Poltergeist, Alien, live comedy from ColdTowne and many more.
WHEN: October 27-30, 2012 at various show times
WHERE:
Paramount Theatre
713 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Ph. 512-472-5470
TICKETS: $10 for general admission. Tickets must be purchased in advance here.
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The Highball is back with another Halloween event to be remembered. This year, the space will be decorated as Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory. The night will include music, a photo booth by Annie Ray and a costume contest with a $100 prize for the winner.
WHEN: Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 10 p.m.
WHERE:
The Highball
1142 S. Lamar
Austin, TX 78704
Ph. 512-383-8309
TICKETS: $8 in advance and $10 at the door
Last year, we highlighted some of Austin’s most haunted venues but you can check them out yourself by joining one of the Austin Ghost Tours. These are available on foot in a walking tour or in a 90-minute trolley tour. For an extended experience, check out the investigations experience with the team as featured on PBS and the Biography Channel.
WHEN: Various times now through October 30, 2012
WHERE:
Walking tours begin outside Moonshine’s Patio Bar and Grill
303 Red River St.
Austin, TX 78701
TICKETS:
For walking tour $20, click here
For Trolley Tour $25.95, find tickets here
Ghost Investigation $65, purchase here
Local businesses and Davis Management & Production Team collaborate to bring Austin a Halloween night event in Monster Ball. It will be a party and ball filled with entertainment held by The American Legion in Austin and benefiting breast cancer research.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 8 p.m.
WHERE:
The American Legion
2201 W. Ceasar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
TICKETS: General Admission is $35 and $60 for VIP. Purchase your tickets here.
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Halloween Thriller Dance Party
Ballet Austin is giving all of us the chance to learn the iconic Thriller dance in style. On the October 31, Austinites will have one hour to spend with Kody Jauron to perfect their Michael Jackson style. Participants can wear their costumes and even practice beforehand with an online video in preparation for the night.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 from 8:30-9:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Ballet Austin
501 West 3rd Street
Austin, TX 78701
Ph. 512-476-9151
TICKETS: $5 each. Purchase your tickets here.
