Check out these Halloween-themed events going on in Denver this October.
Corn Maze at Chatfield Botanic Gardens
Date: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October 26th, 2008
Time: Fri 4:00p - 10:00p, Sat-Sun 10:00a - 10:00p
Location: Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield in Littleton
8500 Deer Creek Canyon Rd, Littleton, CO 80128
Details: Get lost in 8.5 acres of corn stalks at the 2008 Chatfield Corn Maze - reportedly one of the most challenging mazes yet! Finish the maze off with a chilling tour of the Butcher's Haunted house.
More info: www.botanicgardens.org
Scream Scram 5k Halloween Run/Walk
Date: Friday, October 24th, 2008
Time: 6:00p
Location: Washington Park
Louisiana Ave and Franklin St, Denver, CO
Details: Adults, children and pets (preferably in costumes) are all welcome at this year’s 5k Scream Scram with 100m Spooky Sneak for the tiny ones. Proceeds of the event go towards Sean’s Hope and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. You don’t have to be a fast runner to win a prize at the scram – the best dressed also takes home an award. The registration fee is between $15 and $29, check online for more details.
More info: www.active.com
Sunday Bloody Sundays: Zombies and Vampires
Date: Sunday, October 19th, 2008
Time: 12:30p
Location: Bladium Sports Club in Stapleton
2400 Central Park Blvd, Denver, CO
Details: The Rocky Mountain Rollergirls, Denver's roller derby team, gear up to play a special Halloween-themed scrimmage. The ladies will be dressed in full costume and ready to battle! Don't miss this crazy, one-of-a-kind, sporting event! Recommended donation of $5.
More info: www.rockymountainrollergirls.com
Night of the Living Dead at the Bug Theatre
Dates: Through November 1st, 2008
Time: 8:00p
Location: Bug Theatre in Highlands
3654 Navajo Street, Denver, CO
Details: Just in time for both Halloween and the 40th anniversary of the film's original release, the Bug Theatre is bringing the zombie classic Night of the Living Dead to the stage. Tickets are $15 for GA and $10 for anyone dressed to kill (aka in zombie attire).
More info: www.bugtheatre.org