The time for pumpkin carving, house hauntings, and candy scarfing is upon us once again.
Tucson has a variety of activities for both children and adults to get into the Halloween spirit.
Here's the complete list of spooktacular events around the city:
Marana Pumpkin Patch & Farm Festival
This pumpkin patch has 50 acres of homegrown pumpkins to browse through. Admission includes a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, a tractor train ride, access to two corn mazes, access to the Jumping Pillow for kids, and many more activities for the whole family. Visitors can attend October 6 through October 30.
Buckelew Farm Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze/Terror in the Corn Maze
Buckelew Farm's Pumpkin Festival is celebrating 30 years this October. To celebrate, admission has been cut down to $10 per person. The festival includes "U-Pick-It Pumpkins", arts and crafts, a 4-H Petting Zoo, and a corn maze. The 2018 festival runs on October 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, and 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For the extra brave, scare enthusiasts can attend the Terror in the Corn attraction.
Apple Annie's Fall Pumpkin Celebration
The largest corn maze in Arizona resides at Apple Annie's. In addition, the produce farm has plenty of pumpkins and vegetables to choose from. The fall celebration is open September 22, 23, 29, 30 and October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28. Proceeds benefit the Lupus Foundation of Southern Arizona, March of Dimes and Youth Haven Ranch.
The annual fright-fest returns to Old Tucson for another season of scares. Nightfall features live shows, disturbing haunts, and other fun attractions. The event runs from September 28 - October 31. Tickets are $29.50 for adults and $22 for children at the gate. Discounts are available online.
Slaughterhouse really wants to bring out the scares. The former meatpacking plant features five haunted area named Boiler Room, Cirque du Slay, City Meats, The Apocalypse and Voodoo Bayou. Attend if you dare.
The monster mash 5K is happening Friday, October 5 at Steam Pump Ranch. The race starts at 6 p.m.
Pets and pet owners can attend this all-ages event that includes a dog costume contest, training demos, and free dog stuff. This event is on Saturday, October 20, from 5-8 p.m. at Riverfront Park.
This family-friendly event offers free games, hayrides and trick-or-treating. The spooktacular takes place Friday, October 26, from 5-8 p.m. at the Oro Valley Community Center.
Stay with KGUN9 and KGUN9.com as more events are announced.
