Halloween Roundup 2018: Your guide to tricks, treats and more seasonal fun

chip chandler

• Published on October 17, 2018 • Last modified on February 13, 2020

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Your ultimate guide to Halloween and fall fun!

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Oct. 18

Halloween: Jamie Lee Curtis battles Michael Myers again in this new installment from co-writer/director David Gordon Green that essentially does away with every film in the franchise after the original. (Previews Oct. 18, opens Oct. 19. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive, should follow)

Fall Fashion Event: Enjoy wine and cheese and a new season's collection. (5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 18, The Scarlet Door Salon, 2724 Civic Circle. 806-359-5373)

Artistic Escapes: Whooooo: Learn to paint an owl on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (6 p.m. Oct. 18, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Jack Skellington: Paint the Nightmare Before Christmas hero. (6 p.m. Oct. 18, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $30. 806-559-7239)

Magical Mushroom Forest: Paint a mystical forest scene, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 18, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $30; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 18; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Oct. 19

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 19; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

Trolls Pumpkins: Paint a wild-haired gourd and enjoy a Make It Special storytime. (5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Make It Special, 2604 Britain Drive, Suite 1. Admission $10 per painter; space is limited. 806-410-7753)

Artistic Escapes: Fall Fog: Learn to paint an atmospheric night on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (6 p.m. Oct. 19, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (6 to 11 p.m. Oct. 19; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Fall Party: This after-hours festivity will feature books, crafts and games, including a giant Candy Land. (6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-359-2094)

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 19; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27, plus Oct. 28 and 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access. 806-367-9516)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 19; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Monster Mash Aerial Soiree: Creatures will fly through the air in this exhibition and fundraiser. (7 p.m. Oct. 19; continues Oct. 20. Flying Fitness & Aerial Arts Studio, 3708 Business Park Drive. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children. 806-318-3938)

6th Street Massacre: The Route 66 haunt returns. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 19; continues Fridays and Saturdays through October, plus Oct. 31. 3015 S.W. Sixth Ave. Admission $25. 806-337-0749)

Maze of Mayhem: Find your way through a haunted maze or take a 70-foot drop off the Tower of Fear Zipline in this Halloween attraction at Starlight Ranch Event Center. (8 p.m. to midnight Oct. 19; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27. Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. Tickets $15 maze, $20 zipline, $30 both. 806-556-4456)

Oct. 20

Canadian Fall Foliage Festival: Celebrate the glory of nature at this two-day annual festival in Canadian. Activities will include Tape Art mural making; nature activities, hayrides and hot dogs at Lake Marvin; an outdoor market; an arts & crafts fair; car show; 5K run; art exhibitions at River Valley Pioneer Museum, Conejo Art Gallery and The Citadelle; a baked potato lunch; helicopter tours; a tour of homes; and more. (9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 20; continues Oct. 21. Various locations in Canadian. Admission costs vary. 806-323-6234)

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 20; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

HalloQueen Fall Festival: The Randall County Sheriff's Posse will host this trail competition, game day and rodeo contest. Games include horseshoes, washers and cornhole; rodeo events include barrels, poles, ribbon race and baton race. (11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 20, Randall County Sheriff's Posse, 8500 W. Cemegery Road. Entry fees vary. rcsp.tx@gmail.com)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (noon to 11 p.m. Oct. 20; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Family Funday: Zombies: Parents and kids can paint the walking dead on a 16x20 canvas. (2 p.m. Oct. 20, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $20. 806-535-4419)

Kids' Harvest Moon Kitty: Children can create a seasonal painting on an 9x12 canvas. (2 p.m. Oct. 20, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $15. 806-654-6173)

Oktoberfest im Olsen Park: The Shakehands AMA Center City competitive garage pong circuit's latest tournament will take place during the annual Berget Oktoberfest Block Party and has room for 40 players. (2 p.m. Oct. 20, 5200 block of Berget Drive. Entry fee $10.)

YCSF Wolf Fest: This neighborhood block party will feature street food specials, beer, live music, art, games and more. (2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 20, YCSF Craft, 2916 Wolflin Ave. Free. 806-353-9273)

Halloween Party and Barbecue and Chili Cook-Off: The Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum in Fritch will host this second-annual event. Festivities will include a children's costume contest, games, cakewalk, shopping, food and more. (3 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum, 101 N. Robey Ave. Admission free; entry fee $25 for cook-off, tasting wristbands $6. 806-678-7847)

Historic Twilight Tour: Learn more about historic Llano Cemetery and those pioneers buried there in this annual event. Two riding touring and one walking tour will each launch from the Pantheon Mausoleum. (3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 20, Llano Cemetery, 2900 S. Hayes St. Free. 806-513-5504)

Monster Mash Aerial Soiree: Creatures will fly through the air in this exhibition and fundraiser. (3 and 7 p.m. Oct. 20, Flying Fitness & Aerial Arts Studio, 3708 Business Park Drive. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children. 806-318-3938)

Monster Bowl: Don costumes and take the lanes for this fundraiser for Junior Achievement of the High Plains. (5 to 10 p.m. Oct. 20, Western Bowl, 5120 Canyon Drive. Entry fee $300 per team of five. 806-355-0045)

Artistic Escapes: Fall Pumpkins: Learn to paint seasonal gourds on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (6 p.m. Oct. 20, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 20; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27, plus Oct. 28 and 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access. 806-367-9516)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 20; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

6th Street Massacre: The Route 66 haunt returns. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 20; continues Fridays and Saturdays through October, plus Oct. 31. 3015 S.W. Sixth Ave. Admission $25. 806-337-0749)

Witches Ball 2018: This year's ball, themed "Curse of the Lycan," will feature the Flying Balalaika Brothers, live music, tarot readings, a broom auction and more. Proceeds will benefit Hope Lives Here, which pairs rescue dogs and recovering veterans. (7:45 p.m. Oct. 20, In This Moment, 707 S. Polk St. Tickets $55 singles or $100 couples general admission, $80 and $150 premiere packages. www.amarillowitchescouncil.com)

Maze of Mayhem: Find your way through a haunted maze or take a 70-foot drop off the Tower of Fear Zipline in this Halloween attraction at Starlight Ranch Event Center. (8 p.m. to midnight Oct. 20; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27. Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. Tickets $15 maze, $20 zipline, $30 both. 806-556-4456)

Halloween Bash with A.J. Johnston: The Amarillo country-rock band will perform. (9 p.m. Oct. 20, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Oct. 21

Canadian Fall Foliage Festival: Celebrate the glory of nature at this two-day annual festival in Canadian. Activities will include Tape Art mural making; nature activities at Lake Marvin; an outdoor market; an arts & crafts fair; art exhibitions at River Valley Pioneer Museum, Conejo Art Gallery and The Citadelle; a taco pile-on lunch; and more. (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21, various locations in Canadian. Admission costs vary. 806-323-6234)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (noon to 8 p.m. Oct. 21; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (1 to 9 p.m. Oct. 21; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

Twilight: Celebrate 10 years of glittering, brooding vampires with an anniversary screening of this popular supernatural romance. (2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 21; continues Oct. 23. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Nature Silhouette: Paint a mythical forest scene, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (2:30 p.m. Oct. 21, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $30; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Wicked: Try your hand with a familiar green-skinned beauty, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 21, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $35; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Oct. 22

Fall Cutouts: Paint a variety of autumnal decorations. (6 p.m. Oct. 22, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $30. 806-559-7239)

Red: Paint a crimson-hued spooky night scene, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 22, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $30; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Frankenstein: The National Theatre production of this monstrous classic starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller will return to theaters. The actors famously swapped roles throughout the production, and the Oct. 22 screening will feature Cumberbatch as the Creature (and Miller as Doctor Frankenstein), with the Oct. 29 screening featuring Miller as the Creature. (7 p.m. Oct. 22; continues Oct. 29. Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Oct. 23

Twilight: Celebrate 10 years of glittering, brooding vampires with an anniversary screening of this popular supernatural romance. (2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 23, Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Artistic Escapes: Scream: Learn to paint Edvard Munch's classic (for one final time) on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (6 p.m. Oct. 23, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Scarecrow: Families can create a seasonal painting on an 8x10 canvas. (6 p.m. Oct. 23, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $10. 806-654-6173)

Van Ghost!: Paint a Munchian-style scary night. (6 p.m. Oct. 23, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $30. 806-559-7239)

Tuesday Trivia: Hocus Pocus: This week's trivia contest will test your knowledge in the cult classic movie. (6:30 p.m. Oct. 23; sign-up at 6 p.m., Recreation, 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 103 in Canyon. Free. 806-656-0665)

Oct. 24

Fall Boo-Grass Jamboree: The Panhandle Bluegrass & Old-Tyme Music Association's 11th annual event will feature impromptu jam sessions all weekend. Costumes are encouraged. (Oct. 24 to 27, Amarillo Inn, 1911 E. Interstate 40. Special hotel rates available, music is free. 806-681-9933)

Fall Festival: Costumes are encouraged at this festival at Central Church of Christ. Admission includes a ticket for one free dinner item and drink. (6 p.m. Oct. 24, Central Church of Christ, 1401 S. Monroe St. Free. 806-881-7525)

First Christian Church Trunk or Treat: This party will feature a costume contest; free hot dogs, chips and drink; football toss; basketball shoot; bounce house; and more. (6 p.m. Oct. 24, First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 3001 Wolflin Ave., free with one can of food. 806-355-6526)

Night of the Living Dead: A restored and remastered edition of George A. Romero's seminal zombie film will screen in a 50th anniversary celebration. (7 and 10 p.m. Oct. 24; continues Oct. 25. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Oct. 25

Day of the Dead exhibition: A student art show celebrating Dia de los Muertos will open with a reception. (5 p.m. Oct. 25, Common Lobby Gallery between Amarillo Museum of Art and Concert Hall Theatre on the Amarillo College Washington Street campus. Free. 806-345-5546)

Artistic Escapes: Full Moon: Learn to paint an autumnal night on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (6 p.m. Oct. 25, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Reflections of Fall: Paint a nature scene. (6 p.m. Oct. 25, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $30. 806-559-7239)

Sugar Skull: Paint your own calavera at this Paint 'n Sip event. (6 p.m. Oct. 25, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $25. 806-654-6173)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 25; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Night of the Living Dead: A restored and remastered edition of George A. Romero's seminal zombie film will screen in a 50th anniversary celebration. (7 and 10 p.m. Oct. 25, Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Cocoa con Coco: View ofrendas and then enjoy hot chocolate and a screening of Pixar's Coco. (7:30 p.m. Oct. 25, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, 2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon. Free. 806-651-2600)

Little Shop of Horrors: Look out, look out, look out, look out! Amarillo Little Theatre will stage this cult-classic musical about a killer plant just in time for the Halloween season. (7:30 p.m. Oct. 25; continues through Nov. 4. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Oct. 26

Dia de Los Muertos: West Texas A&M University's Celebration of Life gala will feature an ofrendas display, adinner and dance featuring Grammy Award-nominated Micky Cruz. (5 to 10 p.m. Oct. 26, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, 2503 Fourth Ave., for reception; Jack B. Kelley Legacy Hall on WT campus for dinner. Tickets $75. 806-651-2619)

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 26; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

Boo at the Zoo: Enjoy Halloween-style family fun, including costumed characters, games, costume parade, treats, music from Andy Chase and more. (5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 26; continues through Oct. 28. Amarillo Zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail. Admission $5. 806-381-7911)

Final Friday Art Bazaar: This monthly event includes a group "Monster Mash" art show, bazaar and homemade crafts. (5:30 p.m. Oct. 26, Gallery on 7th, 513 S.W. Seventh Ave. Free. 806-681-0821)

The Dark Forest: Paint a spooky night in the woods, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 26, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $35; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Fall Moonlight Madness: Downtown Borger will celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume contest, trunk-or-treat, poker run and shopping specials. (6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 26, various locations in downtown Borger. No cover. 806-464-5200)

Halloween Spooktacular on the Square: Kids can enjoy trick-or-treating around the Canyon Square, then a screening of Hocus Pocus after dark in this Canyon Main Street party. (6 p.m. Oct. 26, downtown Canyon. Free. 806-656-6833)

Hallo-Wine: Amarillo party band Insufficient Funds will perform, and Pizza Nomad food truck will be on site. (6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 26, Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover $10 for non-Wine Club members. 806-488-2214)

Master of Disguise mystery dinner: Come in character for this Hollywood-themed mystery dinner/escape room hosted by Amarillo Escape and Mystery. Must be booked four days in advance. (6 p.m. Oct. 26; continues Oct. 27. Wolflin House, 11925 S. Western St. Tickets $45. 806-414-2382 or 806-477-0036)

Sugar Skulls: Paint your own calaveras. (6 p.m. Oct. 26, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $30. 806-559-7239)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (6 to 11 p.m. Oct. 26; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Monster Bash: Kids can trick or treat, enjoy spooky science tricks, make their way through a kid-friendly huanted maze and more. (6:30 p.m. Oct. 26; continues Oct. 27. Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Tickets $5 for members, $7 nonmembers. 806-355-9547

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 26; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27, plus Oct. 28 and 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access. 806-367-9516)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 26; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Recycled Entertainment Halloween Party: Join the fun at a Halloween party, game night and costume contest. (7 p.m. Oct. 26, Recycled Entertainment, 3707 Wolflin Ave. 806-553-0697)

6th Street Massacre: The Route 66 haunt returns. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 26; continues Fridays and Saturdays through October, plus Oct. 31. 3015 S.W. Sixth Ave. Admission $25. 806-337-0749)

Alice in Wonderland: Student actors from Amarillo College Conservatory will bring this classic tale to life. (7:30 p.m. Oct. 26; continues through Oct. 28. Ordway Hall on the Amarillo College Washington Street campus. Tickets $16. 806-371-5909)

Drunken Oyster Halloween Party: Take part in a costume contest and enjoy music from The Fwoops. (7:30 p.m. Oct. 26, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Boo Ball: Townsquare Media's annual Halloween celebration returns with a costume contest, live music and more. (8 p.m. Oct. 26, Bodega's, 709 S. Polk St. Cover $10. 806-355-9777)

Frankenstein: The mad scientist and his creature will come back to life in Lone Star Ballet's original production. (8 p.m. Oct. 26; continues Oct. 27. Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $14 to $44, plus fees. 806-372-2463 or 806-378-3096)

Jump N Jive Haunted House: Pampa residents can enjoy a hopping haunt. (8 to 11 p.m. Oct. 26; continues through Oct. 28. Jump N Jive / G Force Laser Tag, 2545 Perryton Parkway. Cost $5. 806-665-0665)

Little Shop of Horrors: Look out, look out, look out, look out! Amarillo Little Theatre will stage this cult-classic musical about a killer plant just in time for the Halloween season. (8 p.m. Oct. 26; continues through Nov. 4. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Maze of Mayhem: Find your way through a haunted maze or take a 70-foot drop off the Tower of Fear Zipline in this Halloween attraction at Starlight Ranch Event Center. (8 p.m. to midnight Oct. 26; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27. Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. Tickets $15 maze, $20 zipline, $30 both. 806-556-4456)

Michael Jackson Thriller Spectacular: Michael Jackson impersonator Danny Dash Andrews will perform. (8 p.m. Oct. 26, Netplex, 4101 Hillside Road. Tickets $20 general admission, $50 VIP.)

Rock 108 Halloween Bash: Rock band Badflower will headline this party, also featuring next2rock 2018 winner Lifeless to Life and more. (8 p.m. Oct. 26, XR Downtown, 715 S. Polk St. Tickets $15. 806-342-5200)

Carrie the Musical: The infamous cult-classic musical, based on Stephen King's novel, gets an Amarillo staging. (9 p.m. Oct. 26; continues through Nov. 4. RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Tickets $15. Text 806-341-5141)

Oct. 27

Clarendon Arts Festival: The annual Les Beaux Arts Club fall fest will feature a juried art show, arts & crafts booths and a junior art exhibit, plus concessions and more. A Preferred Buyers' Reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27; continues Oct. 28. Donley County Activity Center, one mile north of Clarendon on Texas Highway 70. Free; $100 buy-in for reception. 806-654-2993)

Christmas in October: Stock up for the holidays at this shopping expo. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27; continues Oct. 28. Amarillo Civic Center Complex South Exhibit Hall, 401 S. Buchanan St. Admission $5 ages 13 and older. 806-358-7803)

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 27; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

Hillside Fall Carnival: Children in the Hillside Elementary School area will enjoy this festival, featuring a silent auction, carnival games, lunch and more. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 27, Hillside Elementary School, 9600 Perry Ave. Game wristbands $7 in advance, $10 at door. hillsidepta1@gmail.com)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (noon to 11 p.m. Oct. 27; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Amarillo Venom Trunk or Treat: Families can get treats and enjoy food, bouncers and more. (1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27, Gene Messer Ford, 3400 Soncy Road. Free. 806-355-7471)

Emergency Trucks and Treats: This kid-friendly event hosted by The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle is free, but donations will benefit the club, which supports injured law enforcement officers and firefighters or the families of those killed on duty. (1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27, Westgate Mall, 7701 W. Interstate 40. Free. 806-676-2180)

Monster Bash Block Party: This free family event at Town Square Village will include trick or treating, a costume contest, a pumpkin carving contest, activities, food trucks and more. (1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27, Town Square Village, 9181 Town Square Blvd. 806-803-8178)

Kid's Pumpkin Kitty: Children can paint their own 9x12 canvas. (2 p.m. Oct. 27, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $15. 806-654-6173)

The Loft Church Trunk or Treat: This kid-friendly event will feature games, candy and more. (2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 27, The Loft Church, 4400 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-418-8572)

Pumpkin Pour Painting: Get your Pollock on with this gourd-decorating exercise. (2 p.m. Oct. 27, Art Trek Studio, 3701 Plains Blvd., Suite 60. Cost $12 to $30. 806-559-7239)

Spooky Halloween Story Time: Costumes are welcome at this special event. (2 p.m. Oct. 27, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Maleficent: Paint the dark queen. (2:30 p.m. Oct. 27, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $35; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Texotic Pets Halloween Pet Costume Contest: Dress your dogs, small animals and exotics for this competition. (3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 27, Texotic Pets, 2461 W. Interstate 40. Free. 806-352-2410)

Caffeine & Cars Trunk or Treat: Kids can enjoy candy, and car fans can enjoy a small show. (4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 27, Coffman Customs, 17090 Canyon Drive. Free. 806-340-7932)

Handle Bar Halloween Bash: Enjoy a costume contest, live music, games and drink specials. (5 p.m. Oct. 27, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Tascosa Drive-In Halloween Carnival: Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween movie (still TBA), carnival games and trunk or treating. (5 p.m. Oct. 27, Tascosa Drive-In, 1999 Dumas Drive. 806-383-3882)

Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department Fall Festival: Compete or enjoy chili and baked goods competitions, pumpkin carving and costume contest. (5 p.m. Oct. 27, Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department, 200 E. Sixth St. in Wheeler. 806-826-3777)

Boo at the Zoo: Enjoy Halloween-style family fun, including costumed characters, games, costume parade, treats, music from Andy Chase and more. (5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27; continues through Oct. 28. Amarillo Zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail. Admission $5. 806-381-7911)

Canadian Halloween Carnival: The 17th annual carnival at the Canadian Community Center will feature games, prizes, food, a bounce house and costume contest. Game tickets are 50 cents each. (6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27, Canadian Community Center, 905 Cheyenne Ave. 806-323-5254)

Lone Star Scales and Tails Halloween Monster Bash: Prepare for a creepy-crawly night with Face Your Fear Stations, animal encounters, face painting and more. (6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27, Lone Star Scales and Tails, 1008 S. Adams St. Admission $8 adults, $5 children. 806-418-3570)

Long Wooden Spoon Halloween Party: Sample craft beers, watch The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day, take part in a costume contest and enjoy food from J&L Good Grubs. (6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27, Long Wooden Spoon, 4098 Business Park Drive. No cover. 806-553-0397)

Master of Disguise mystery dinner: Come in character for this Hollywood-themed mystery dinner/escape room hosted by Amarillo Escape and Mystery. Must be booked four days in advance. (6 p.m. Oct. 27, Wolflin House, 11925 S. Western St. Tickets $45. 806-414-2382 or 806-477-0036)

Rolling Hills Fall Festival: Kids in the Rolling Hills Elementary area will celebrate with food, games and more. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 27, Rolling Hills Elementary School, 2800 W. Cherry Ave. Free. 806-383-8621)

Sandell Drive-In Halloween Special: Films Halloweentown and Halloweentown 2 will screen, and kids can take part in trunk or treating and a costume contest. (6 p.m. Oct. 27, Sandell Drive-In, 12 S. Center Drive in Clarendon. Tickets $8 adults, $6 children, free ages 2 and younger. 806-874-0685)

Turkey Volunteer Fire Department Halloween: Enjoy a haunted house and Halloween carnival in Turkey. (6 p.m. to midnight Oct. 27, Turkey High School, 602 Lyles St. Carnival free; haunted house $5. 806-620-5244)

Monster Bash: Kids can trick or treat, enjoy spooky science tricks, make their way through a kid-friendly haunted maze and more. (6:30 p.m. Oct. 27, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Tickets $5 for members, $7 nonmembers. 806-355-9547)

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 27; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27, plus Oct. 28 and 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access. 806-367-9516)

Cedar Shack Halloween Party: Enjoy Halloween cocktails and food, games, music and a costume contest. (7 p.m. Oct. 27, The Cedar Shack, 5005 River Road. No cover. 806-383-2646)

Fall Festival at the Firestone: This Chamber Music Amarillo event will feature dinner, music, dancing and a wine pull. (7 p.m. Oct. 27, The Firestone Amarillo, 10th Avenue and Tyler Street. Tickets $65; wine pull tickets $25. 806-236-3545)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 27; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

6th Street Massacre: The Route 66 haunt returns. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 27; continues Fridays and Saturdays through October, plus Oct. 31. 3015 S.W. Sixth Ave. Admission $25. 806-337-0749)

Alice in Wonderland: Student actors from Amarillo College Conservatory will bring this classic tale to life. (7:30 p.m. Oct. 27; continues through Oct. 28. Ordway Hall on the Amarillo College Washington Street campus. Tickets $16. 806-371-5909)

Cidal & Friends Halloween Bash: The Amarillo death metal band will perform with 806ick, Toxic Thread, OBI Inc., Elyjah Anthony Mendez, Benjamin Banks and Sevity. Attendees also can enter a costume contest and enjoy drink specials. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-367-9840)

Duke Tracy's Halloween Party: Warm up your pipes for "skaraoke" and a costume contest. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Equality Texas Halloween Party: Flashy costumes are encouraged for this fundraiser bash for EQTX Foundation. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Reed Beverage, 3701 S.E. 25th Ave. Tickets $15. 806-676-0125‬)

Frankenstein: The mad scientist and his creature will come back to life in Lone Star Ballet's original production. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $14 to $44, plus fees. 806-372-2463 or 806-378-3096)

Jump N Jive Haunted House: Pampa residents can enjoy a hopping haunt. (8 to 11 p.m. Oct. 27; continues through Oct. 28. Jump N Jive / G Force Laser Tag, 2545 Perryton Parkway. Cost $5. 806-665-0665)

Little Shop of Horrors: Look out, look out, look out, look out! Amarillo Little Theatre will stage this cult-classic musical about a killer plant just in time for the Halloween season. (8 p.m. Oct. 27; continues through Nov. 4. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Maze of Mayhem: Find your way through a haunted maze or take a 70-foot drop off the Tower of Fear Zipline in this Halloween attraction at Starlight Ranch Event Center. (8 p.m. to midnight Oct. 27, Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. Tickets $15 maze, $20 zipline, $30 both. 806-556-4456)

Off the Hook Masquerade Ball: Dine on a four-course, prix fixe menu of Atlantic Coast seafood and more, plus live music, party favors and more. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. $75; seating limited. 806-350-1400)

Smokey Joe's Halloween Party: Amarillo band The A-Town Rockers will perform, and the bar will host a costume contest. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Zombiez Halloween Party: Amarillo metal bands In the Mind of Asterion, Horrid Demise and others will play for this party and costume contest. (8 p.m. Oct. 27, Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover. 806-331-7305)

Bosco's Halloween Party: Get psyched for a costume contest with cash prizes and drink specials at these annual festivities. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Bosco's Lounge, 2307 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-342-4889)

Broken Spoke Halloween Party: The annual Halloween party will feature a costume contest and Amarillo rock band Mind Plays. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Cactus Bar Halloween Bash: A costume contest and drink specials are the highlights this annual party. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Cactus Bar, 4831 S. Western St. No cover. 806-356-6369)

Carrie the Musical: The infamous cult-classic musical, based on Stephen King's novel, gets an Amarillo staging. DJs will spin following the show. (9 p.m. Oct. 27; continues through Nov. 4. RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Tickets $15. Text 806-341-5141)

House Bar Halloween Party: Dance to tunes from DJ James Erik McMurry, enjoy drink specials and enter a costume contest. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

Skooterz Halloween Party: Amarillo rock band Fracture 432 will perform. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Skooterz, 4100 Bushland Blvd. Cover. 806-355-6600)

Western Horseman Halloween Party: Latin band Monica Y Adixxion will perform for a costume contest (with cash prizes). (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 in advance, $10 at door. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

Whiskey River Halloween Party: Celebrate the season with Oklahoma country band Amarillo Junction. (9 p.m. Oct. 27, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Rounders Halloween Party: Amarillo punk band The Bastard Sons of David Hasselhoff will perform. (9:30 p.m. Oct. 27, Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. Cover $5. 806-352-3317)

Austin's Halloween Party: Take part in a costume contest and enjoy music from Amarillo rock band Moon Dog. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-803-9063)

Hitchin' Rail Halloween Party: Head to Borger for this night of costumes, a broomstick pool tournament and karaoke. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Hitchin Rail, 1608 N. Main St. in Borger. No cover.)

Hoot's Halloween Bash: Popular '80s cover band Cassettes will perform; costumes are encouraged. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.)

Midnight Opera: The art glam band will perform with openers Deathbelles. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Sexy Halloween Party: Get fresh at this holiday party and costume contest. (10 p.m. Oct. 27, Fresh Start Community Center, 612 N. Polk St. No cover; donations accepted. 817-243-9661)

Oct. 28

Palo Duro Cowboy Church Fall Festival: Children in grades kindergarten through 12th grade can enjoy lunch, games and activities. (10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, Palo Duro Cowboy Church, 12200 W. U.S. Highway 60. Free. 806-655-4700)

Clarendon Arts Festival: The annual Les Beaux Arts Club fall fest will feature a juried art show, arts & crafts booths and a junior art exhibit, plus concessions and more. (11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 28, Donley County Activity Center, one mile north of Clarendon on Texas Highway 70. Free. 806-654-2993)

Boo at the Zoo: Enjoy Halloween-style family fun, including costumed characters, games, costume parade, treats, music from Andy Chase and more. (Noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 28, Amarillo Zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail. Admission $5. 806-381-7911)

Christmas in October: Stock up for the holidays at this shopping expo. (Noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 28, Amarillo Civic Center Complex South Exhibit Hall, 401 S. Buchanan St. Admission $5 ages 13 and older. 806-358-7803)

Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction offers Saloon Secrets and Taken rooms. (noon to 8 p.m. Oct. 28; continues Thursdays through Sundays. 714 S.E. 10th Ave. Admission $25. 806-353-6353)

Spirited Away: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2018 continues with a screening of this all-time classic. (12:55 p.m. Oct. 28 [English-dubbed]; continues through Oct. 30. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm and Maze: The family attraction opens for its new season, with a new giant corn maze, activities, games and more. (1 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28; open weekends through Nov. 4. 12908 S. Bell St. Admission $13.95 plus tax for ages 3 and older; seniors $10 plus tax. Zip lines are an additional $2 per ride or $5 for three rides. Apples for the apple cannon are sold by medium or large buckets. 806-373-9600)

Artistic Escapes: Pets and Pumpkins: Learn to paint furry friends and gourds on a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. (2 p.m. Oct. 28, Burn Studio, 4111 Business Park Drive. $30. 806-535-4419)

Alice in Wonderland: Student actors from Amarillo College Conservatory will bring this classic tale to life. (2:30 p.m. Oct. 28, Ordway Hall on the Amarillo College Washington Street campus. Tickets $16. 806-371-5909)

Little Shop of Horrors: Look out, look out, look out, look out! Amarillo Little Theatre will stage this cult-classic musical about a killer plant just in time for the Halloween season. (2:30 p.m. Oct. 28; continues through Nov. 4. Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

The Colonies Church of Christ Trunk or Treat: Snag some candy at the annual trunk or treat event, plus hot dogs, chips and drinks. (4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28, The Colonies Church of Christ, 4500 Wesley Road. Free. 806-355-7303)

Jump N Jive Haunted House: Pampa residents can enjoy a hopping haunt. (4 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28, Jump N Jive / G Force Laser Tag, 2545 Perryton Parkway. Cost $5. 806-665-0665)

St. Andrew's Trunk or Treat: In addition to candy, enjoy hot dogs, cookies, chips and drinks. (4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1601 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-376-6316)

Tascosa Road Fellowship Hallelujah Night: This festival will feature games, prizes, hayrides and costumes (nothing scary). (4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28, Tascosa Road Fellowship, 200 Tascosa Road. Free. 806-359-4097)

Amarillo Fellowship Oktoberfest: Enjoy a trunk or treat, hayride, food trucks and games at this event. (5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28, Amarillo Fellowship, 8425 S. Bell St. Free. 806-463-1232)

First Family Church Trunk or Treat: Families can enjoy free hot dogs, chips, apple cider, hot cocoa and candy at this event. (6 p.m. Oct. 28, First Family Church, 6101 S. Bell St. Free. 806-353-9803)

Night Owl: Paint a nocturnal scene, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 28, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $30; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Arena of Life's Hallelujah Night: This free family fall festival will feature a petting zoo, carnival games, bouncers, face painting, activities, food trucks and (venue-appropriate) costumes. (6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 28, Arena of Life Church, 8827 S. Washington St. Free. 806-622-8000)

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28; continues Oct. 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access; buy one, get one free with student ID. 806-367-9516)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Oct. 29

Halloween Carnival: Celebrate the season in costume. (4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

Monster Hour: Creat your own monsters and enjoy a creature-themed story time. (5 p.m. Oct. 29, Amarillo Public Library East Branch, 2232 E. 27th Ave. Free. 806-342-1589)

AOMS Trunk or Treat: Collect treats at this second-annual Halloween event from Amarillo Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. (5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29, Amarillo Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 5051 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-353-1055)

Three Cats: Paint a feline nocturnal scene, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 29, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 to $30; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Amarillo Scaregrounds: The haunt features five scenarios in one location. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 29; continues Oct. 31. 2736 S.W. 10th Ave., Admission $5, $15 or $20 per haunt; $35 for all; $50 for unlimited access; buy one, get one free with student ID. 806-367-9516)

Frankenstein: The National Theatre production of this monstrous classic starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller will return to theaters. The actors famously swapped roles throughout the production, and the Oct. 22 screening will feature Cumberbatch as the Creature, with the Oct. 29 screening featuring Miller as the Creature. (7 p.m. Oct. 29, Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 29; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Spirited Away: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2018 continues with a screening of this all-time classic. (7 p.m. Oct. 29 [subtitled]; continues through Oct. 30. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Oct. 30

Boo Ghost: Families can paint a friendly spectre on an 8x10 canvas. (6 p.m. Oct. 30, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $10. 806-654-6173)

Books to Broadway: This Friends of the Amarillo Public Library fundraiser, themed "Monsters, Mystery and Mayhem on Broadway," will feature songs from such shows as Little Shop of Horrors, Phantom of the Opera and A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. (6 p.m. Oct. 30, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Free; premium seats with two drink tickets $25. 806-378-3051)

Howl-o-ween Poker Run: Head to Palo Duro Canyon State Park for an hour-long (or four-mile) run. (6 p.m. Oct. 30, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5; poker hands $5. 806-488-2227)

Sugar Moon: Paint a lunar calavera, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 30, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $10; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Tuesday Trivia: Halloweentown: This week's trivia contest will test your knowledge in the favorite children's movie. (6:30 p.m. Oct. 30; sign-up at 6 p.m., Recreation, 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 103 in Canyon. Free. 806-656-0665)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 30; continues Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 to 31. 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Spirited Away: The Studio Ghibli Fest 2018 continues with a screening of this all-time classic. (7 p.m. Oct. 30 [English-dubbed], United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Oct. 31

Amarillo College Trunk or Treat: Get a head start on candy gathering at this event. (4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 31, under pedestrian bridge on Amarillo College Washington Street Campus. Free. 806-371-5130)

6th Street Creepy Crawl: The SanJac Coalition's 10th annual Halloween festival will close down Sixth Avenue between Georgia and Carolina Streets from 6 to 10 p.m, though activities kick off at 4 p.m. and run past midnight. Proceeds from punchcards (which offer drink specials and more) will benefit Snack Pak 4 Kids and the Amarillo Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Among the planned activities for the 10th annual festival are pumpkin painting and "Thriller" dance lessons at 4 p.m. at RR Bar; trick-or-treating along Sixth Avenue from 6 to 8 p.m.; a Scratch Made Bakery cake walk; saddlebag trick-or-treating and costume and bike-decorating contests at D&M Leathers; pumpkin painting at Blue Sage Gallery; a magician and games at Game Quest; DIY photo booth; cupcake walk at 7:30 p.m. at Blue Crane Bakery; pet costume contest at 7:30 p.m. at Sonya's; kids' costume contest at 8 p.m. at The 806 Coffee + Lounge; and a SporeLord Parade at 8:30 p.m. at Austin's Texas Pub. Bands and other performers will include The Solano Project from 6 to 9 p.m. at Smokey Joe's; Carrie the Musical at 8 p.m. at RR Bar; Lindi Willis Mayfield at 8 p.m. at Li'l Abner's Pub & Grub; Smooth Taste and Draven Cruz at 9 p.m. at The 806; Lil T Karaoke at 9 p.m. at Austin's; punk bands Pan Complex, Honey Badger and Edit Canvas at 9 p.m. at Leftwoods; and Mount Ivy at 10 p.m. at Golden Light Cantina. An adults' costume contest will begin at midnight at Golden Light. (4 p.m. Oct. 31, various locations on Sixth Avenue between Georgia and Carolina streets. Activities free; some bars may have cover charges for bands. 806-322-1806)

Street Volkswagen Trunk or Treat: Candy and dog treats will be passed out at this event. (4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 31, Street Volkswagen of Amarillo, 8707 Pilgrim Drive. Free. 806-350-8999)

Caprock Trunk or Treat: Caprock High School organizations will host this sweet event. (5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Caprock High School, 3001 S.E. 34th Ave. Free. 806-326-2200)

I Scream, Ghosts Scream, Goblins Scream for Ice Cream: Show off costumes and get discounts on ice cream. A costume contest will be held for ages 0 to 12. (5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31, Freezing Roll Rolling Ice Cream, 3130 S. Soncy Road. No cover. 806-356-7416)

Pampa Emergency Services Trunk or Treat:This third-annual event will feature McGruff the Crime Dog and Sparky the Fire Dog passing out candy. (5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31, 200 block of West Foster St. in Pampa. Free. 806-669-5700)

St. Paul Trunk or Treat: Kids can gorge themselves on the goodies at this trunk or treat event. (5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 4317 W. Interstate 40. Free. 806-352-5615)

Tulia Fright Night: This Tulia Chamber of Commerce party will feature a costume contest. (5 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31, downtown Tulia. Free. 806-995-2296)

Beehive Homes Trick or Treat Night: The assisted living center will host a public event. (5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31, Beehive Homes of Amarillo, 5800 S.W. 54th Ave. Free. 806-340-7860)

Dalhart Trunk or Treat: This family festival will feature candy, activities, food and games. (5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31, downtown Dalhart along Denrock Avenue. Free. 806-244-5646)

Mall-O-Ween: Kids 12 and younger (without masks) can trick or treat around the mall. (5:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Westgate Mall, 7701 W. Interstate 40. 806-358-7221)

Elevate Church Trunk or Treat: More candy for families. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Elevate Church, 2700 S. Hill St. Free. 806-371-9733)

ER on Soncy Trunk or Treat: Lucas the Mucus Man will help pass out candy, and bag x-raying is available. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, The ER on Soncy, 3530 S. Soncy Road. Free. 806-340-0608)

Halloween Sugar Skull: Paint a calavera, and bring your own food and beverages, including adult beverages. (6 p.m. Oct. 31, 2740 Art & Apparel, 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite G1. $25 and $35; $5 fee for walk-ins. 806-382-3404)

Happy Witch: Create a friendly wizardess on an 16x20 canvas at this Paint n Sip event. (6 p.m. Oct. 31, Kudos Art Studio, 7406 S.W. 34th Ave., Suite 28. $25. 806-654-6173)

Hillside Amarillo Fall Block Party: Enjoy games, food and more, plus a costume contest. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Hillside Amarillo North Grand Campus, 3508 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-467-6950)

Lighthouse Baptist Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat: This party will feature Cowboy Gelato Smokehouse food truck, trunk or treat, cake walks, games, prizes and more. (6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31, The Lighthouse of Amarillo, 5631 Pavillard Dr. Free. 806-383-8585)

Northwest Community Trunk or Treat: Gather candy and enjoy a performance by the Quail Creek Praise Band. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School, 2801 N. Coulter St. Free. 806-358-7681)

Paramount Baptist Trunk 'n Treat: Win family door prizes and collect candy at this trunk or treat event. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Paramount Baptist Church, 3801 S. Western St. Free. 806-355-3396)

Paramount River Road Family Fall Festival: Enjoy games, food, candy and more. (6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Paramount Baptist Church River Road Campus, 8605 River Road. Free. 806-383-8867)

Saint Stephen Fall Festival: Go trick or treating, play games and enjoy a meal or take family photos (additional charge for both). (6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Saint Stephen Church, 4600 S. Western St. Free; food extra. 806-355-7271)

Temple Baptist Trunk or Treat: Collect candy, drink hot chocolate or coffee and play games at this event. (6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Temple Baptist Church, 3208 S. Van Buren St. Free. 806-372-2306)

WTAMU Fall Carnival: Celebrate the season with candy and games. (6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31, First United Bank Center parking lot. Free. 806-651-2392)

Zombiez Trunk-or-Treat: Kids can get sugared up at this fourth-annual event. Adults can enter a car-decorating contest, then stick around for a show by Kilo Road and Jack Cryver Band. (6 p.m. Oct. 31, Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Free. 806-331-7305)

Journey Church Fall Festival: Families can enjoy food, games and more at this event. (6:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Journey Church, 9711 Farm-to-Market Road 2186. Free. 806-359-4939)

South Georgia Baptist Trunk or Treat: This community event will feature candy, games, animal balloons, family photos and more. (6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, South Georgia Baptist Church, 5209 S. Georgia St. Free. 806-355-8169)

Esquire Jazz Club Halloween Costume Party: Wear your best costumes for this swanky night. (7 p.m. Oct. 31, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10. 806-584-9571)

Frightmare: The downtown haunt returns for another season of scares. (7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 31, 816 S. Van Buren St. Admission $20. 806-373-2292)

Recreation Hallowen Party: Enter Recreation's first costume contest. (7 p.m. Oct. 31, Recreation, 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 103 in Canyon. No cover. 806-656-0665)

6th Street Massacre: The Route 66 haunt returns. (7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 31, 3015 S.W. Sixth Ave. Admission $25. 806-337-0749)

Western Bowl Halloween Party: This VIP night will include bowling, specialty Halloween cocktails, food, music, raffles and a costume contest. (7 p.m. Oct. 31, Western Bowl, 5120 Cayon Drive. Tickets $40 for bowlers, $25 non-bowlers. 806-977-9369)

Skaryoke: Celebrate the season by showing off your pipes. (9 p.m. Oct. 31, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Allison Ricenbaw contributed to this report.

Chip Chandler is a producer for Panhandle PBS. He can be contacted at Chip.Chandler@actx.edu, at @chipchandler1 on Twitter and on Facebook.