The Haunt - One of West Michigan's best-known haunted attractions is back for an 11th year with five terrifying attractions: The Haunt, The Dark Maze, Clown Alley, Trapped and The Haunt Dancers. Shiver and scream through 25,000 sq ft of professionally designed rooms and scenes that contain dozens of creepy creatures. Opens September 30; tickets are $15+ with online discounts available.

Nights of Fear - Having moved to the 80,000 sq ft Big Lots location on Plainfield and 4 Mile Rd, Nights of Fear now offers four haunted houses: Maniac Mansion 3D, Contact...Alien Encounter in 3D, Brainfield Sanitarium and Rusty's Revenge. Opens September 30. Tickets: $20; cash only.

Forest of Fear - Opening October 7, take the self-guided tour through five chilling acres of woods and swamps inhabited by ghosts, ghouls and other terrifying creatures. Tickets are $10 and are now available through online purchasing.

Witch's Walk - Walk this haunted corn maze near 6 Mile Rd & Fruit Ridge NW, if you dare! The backstory: when clearing a field to plant corn, a farmer came across an old cemetery and accidentally disturbed some unmarked graves. Since then, strange sounds have been coming from the field and former graveyard. The Witch's Walk is a half mile of twists and turns over this disturbed burial ground. Ticket prices are $10 for evenings, $5 during the day. Online coupons are available.

Witches of New Salem - Enter the Witch's Woods in Dorr (south of Grand Rapids) for two Halloween attractions. Grab a flashlight and navigate the twists turns of the corn maze, while avoiding the gruesome Corn Stalkers. Visitors can also explore the houses and shops of the turn-of-the-century town of New Salem, which has been taken over by evil witches looking for their next victims. Admission is $13 for each haunt or $22 for both. Opens September 30.

Moonlight Manor Haunt - The Halloween Yard Haunt in Walker is one of the area's best kept secrets featuring a self-guided tour through twists, turns and the haunted sanitarium. Admission is $3; open October 30 and 31 from dusk until 10 p.m.

Carlson's Crypt Haunted Trail - Located in Belding (about 20 miles from downtown Grand Rapids), Carlson's Crypt offers both a haunted trail and The Night Maze on Friday and Saturday nights in October. Admission has been lowered to $10 from $13 for 2011. A daytime corn maze is open on Saturdays and Sundays.

Spooky photos from the Fulton Street Cemetery

Haunted Hall - Located in Spring Lake, the Haunted Hall has been one of the lakeshore's premier attractions for thirteen years. For 2011, the attraction presents 'EXPE1M3NTS in TERROR'. Enter the W.Y.L.D. Psychiatric Research Facility and participate in a 21st century fear experiment like no other. Regular admission is $13 ($20 for VIP) and patrons can save $1 by bringing canned goods to donate. Open Fridays and Saturdays beginning September 30.

Psycho Ward & Nightmares - The Haunt Park at the Kalamazoo Speedway features two attractions for $15: Psycho Ward and Nightmares. Inside the Pyscho Ward, the Floyd Cranston clan is back to put a disturbing twist on Fred's body dismemberment and bloodletting. The new Nightmares haunt takes fears to a shocking new level, forcing you to confront your darkest dreams.

Crane Orchard Haunted Corn Maze - The 20-acre corn maze in Fennville features an all-new design for 2011. Expect major screams and goosebumps during the 30-40 minute haunted journey that also includes the 3D special effects barn. Tickets are $14. Not recommended for kids 12 and under.

Phobia House - Phobia House makes the move from Portage to Plainwell and the snakes, spiders, rats, clowns have made the journey. This attraction is a traditional haunt, a 3D haunt, and a phobia infested nightmare not designed for the faint of heart and not recommended for those under 15 years of age. Tickets are $15.

Wicked Ranch - Rothbury's newest and largest haunted attraction at the Double JJ Resort takes horror to a whole new level with Nightmare at the Bunkhouse, the Town of Terror and a mile-long hayride through the Wicked Woods. The scream pass for all three attractions is $15 per person.

The Niles Haunted House Scream Park - The nationally-recognized haunted attraction near the Michigan-Indiana border has welcomed more than a million visitors to its 44 acres of fear since its inception. The main haunted house is again new for 2011 and additional new attractions include Underworld Unleashed, Zendor Presents: The Puppet Master and 'See the Strange Thing'. The midway area features games like the Fry Freddie Basketball Shoot. Admission prices range from $1-$10 per attraction and combo tickets are available.

Hayrides & Cornmazes

Robinette's Hayrides & Cornmaze - Belgian draft horses take visitors on an authentic hay wagon through Robinette's apple and fruit orchards on Saturdays (11a-5p) and Sundays (1p-5p) during October. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for kids under 12. The corn maze returns for a second year and is open daily. Entry to the maze is $6 per person. Combo tickets are available. The jumping pillow is new for 2011.

Klackle Orchards - Klackle Orchards once again hosts Fall Family Fun Days during October. The $9 admission includes wagon hayrides, the enchanted pumpkin ride, entry to the petting zoo, access to the coaster slide area and more. Pony, elephant and camel rides are also available, as are u-pick apples and pumpkins.

Fruit Ridge Harvest Festival - It's good old fashioned fun at the 125-year old Fruit Ridge Farm in Kent City. In September and October, huge draft horses pull visitors through a woods, pumpkin patch and orchard. Back at the barn enjoy apple cider, homemade doughnuts, petting zoo, children's play area, corn maze and more. Hayrides and the corn maze are $6 each per person and can be combined for $10.

Hayrides at Koetsier's - The greenhouse on Spaulding Ave SE in Grand Rapids features hayrides on Fridays and Saturdays in October. Inside, buildings are transformed into a fall family fun play area geared for kids 10 and under with inflatables, games, pumpkin painting and a maze. Groups are welcome. Admission to special activities is $2 to $6.

Post Family Farm - The Farm Festivals in Hudsonville are held on each Saturday (mid-September through Halloween) and feature hayrides, a pumpkin patch, pumpkin train rides, farm animals, corn maze, crafts games and more. Admission is $6.

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides at Moelker - Scavenger hunt hayrides take place each Saturday in October from noon until 5 p.m. at the orchard located just west of Wilson Ave and Millenium Park in Grand Rapids. Moelker also has special kids activities, pumpkin decorating and more.

Wells Orchards Corn Maze - The working family farm on Kenowa Ave SW along the Grand River features a corn maze, plus a pumpkin patch, apples, peaches, painted pumpkins and a farm market. Open Mondays-Saturdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in October.

Heidi's Darmstadt & Bakery - In Lowell, the farmstand and bakery has a pumpkin patch, corn maze, pumpkin patch and more Mondays through Saturdays in October. Closed Sundays.

Hayrides at Bethke - At Bethke Farms in Grand Haven, the 20-minute hayrides take visitors through spooky and fun scenes and past the corn maze. U-pick pumpkins also available. Open weekday evenings and all day Saturdays and Sundays in October.

Halloween Parties

Hobnobs & Hops - Join other young professionals from The Connection October 13 at Frederik Meijer Gardens for the second annual event featuring appetizers, Michigan wines and beers, live music, pumpkin painting and more. Free to members of The Connection; $25 in advance, $30 at the door.

Founders Harvest Celebration - Sample some of Founders hoppiest beers on tap while catching live music by Rubblebucket at the annual Harvest Party October 15. General admission is $8 ($6 for Mug Club Members).

Harvest of Souls 2011 - Check out live music, a costume contest and live entertainment at The Orbit Room for the annual Halloween Harvest of Souls. Tickets are $7 in advance, $11 at the door.

Haunted Hall Bash 6 - On October 22, party haunted 1970's prom style in an actual haunted school in Casnovia. The event will have a live band, oxygen bar, prom-style photos and more. Tickets are $25 before October 1, $30 after.

Bubbling Brew Costume Contest - Visit The Melting Pot dressed up in costume October 23-31 and have your photo taken for the restaurant's Facebook costume contest. The best outfits will win prizes including a 'Big Night Out for Two'.

Cartoon College - Halloween at The B.O.B. - The Big Old Building kicks off four days of Halloween bashes with a cartoon theme at Crush with WSNX. $250 will be awarded for sexiest cartoon costume and DJs JDUBB & MattB will provide the soundtrack. $10 cover for ladies 18+ after 11 p.m.

Peppino's RockStar Halloween - Come dressed as your favorite rock star to the party at the Peppino's in Allendale October 27. Prizes will be given out for best costume; ages 18+ welcome.

Bottom 40 Halloween Party - Dance in a sea of fog at Sazerac Lounge and hope your costume stays in tact during Bottom 40's annual Halloween bash at Sazerac Lounge October 28.

Haunted Halloween - McFadden's hosts three nights of Halloween parties, October 28 through 30, with costume contests, live DJs and drink specials each evening.

End Of The World DUBSTEP Halloween Party - According to The Dirty Hippie, many credible prophecies depict October 28th, 2011 as the end of the world. Finish with a bang the DUBSTEP Halloween Party where only zombies will be allowed through the door. No humans!

Celebrity Look Alike Contest - Dress as your favorite celebrity and then rock it out at Monte's October 28. Prizes for first, second and third place in the costume contest.

Graveyard Shift with House Industries - Come dressed to kill at this networking/Halloween party hosted by AIGA West Michigan at the UICA October 28. Tickets: $5 to $35.

Fright Night - Lower Level below 25 Kitchen + Bar will host the 1st annual Fright Night featuring DJ Icey. Doors open at 10 p.m.

Monsters Ball - The 8th annual party at The Intersection will have a costume contest, prizes, live DJ and more beginning at 9 p.m. Ages 18+ welcome.

Friday Night Dance Party at The B.O.B. - Try to win $250 in the costume contest at Eve while DJs Dav & Steve Swift provide the soundtrack. No cover before 9 p.m.

Zombie Prom 2011 - The party at the Griswold Auditorium will feature a DJ, prom king and queen, best costume and dance off competitions as well as a few other surprises. Before the event, a Zombie Walk will also take place through downtown Allegan.

HopCat's Halloween Party - Delilah DeWylde & the Lost Boys will rock the October 29 party at Hopcat that will feature a costume contest, prizes and more. No cover for those dressed up in costume ($10 cover otherwise).

The Just Wicked Halloween Party - The JW Marriott's Halloween bash will give away $1,400 in cash and prizes just for best costume, plus lesser prizes for second and third. Doors open at 8 p.m.

GRBarCrawl's Halloween Crawl - Dress up in costume and board the GRBarcrawl bus for a Halloween adventure. The crawl starts at 7 p.m. and keeps the stops along the way a secret. Reservations accepted; cost is $40 per person.

Trolley of Terror - It's the last chance to visit Monte's before it closes to become a new establishment in November. $15 per person includes entry to Monte's, a ride on the Trolley of Terror (runs between Rockwell/Republic & Monte's), costume contest, two drink tickets and a free sushi roll at Rockwell/Republic.

Mega 80's Halloween Bash - The Mega 80's host the October 29 party at The Intersection featuring a cash prize costume contest and the Jager Girls. Tickets are $10.

Oracle Halloween Spooktacular - Founders' Oct 29 party will feature live music with Oracle, The Crane Wives and Alexis. $5 cover.

The BOO-tique Ball - The Loft at Bangers Pub (608 Bridge St NW) will have 'boutique house beats', costumes and more from 9 p.m. until 3 a.m. Oct 29.

Speakeasy Soiree - The Prohibition-era party at New Holland Brewing Oct 29 will have bootlegger drink specials, a costume contest and a variety of music ranging from 1920s jazz and swing to Top 40 and hip hop.

Halloween Dance Party - The Saugatuck Brewing Co. party starts at 6 p.m. Oct 29 and will have a costume contest with cash prizes, complimentary photo booth, food and beer specials and free admission.

Halloween Party - The Pavilion Wharf in downtown Grand Haven will have a live DJ and wacky fun Oct. 29.

Reserve Wine Bar Halloween Party - For the Oct 29 party, the chef will prepare a special 'blood & guts' menu and costume contest winners will receive a $50 Reserve gift card.

UV Hippo Halloween - At Holland's Part Theatre see UV Hippo and Back Forty both perform live, plus win the costume contest and receive great prizes. 18+ with ID welcome.

Halloween Bash - Prizes for best costume, live DJ and more at Sherman Banquet Hall in Muskegon. Ages 18+ welcome.

The B.O.B.'s Annual Costume Party - The biggest night of Halloween partying at The B.O.B. will award $1000 for best costume, a $750 Gilmore Collection gift card for best cartoon costume and will have DJs Casey Cochran & Greg Knott providing the soundtrack. Admission is $9.97 after 8 p.m.; ages 21+ only.

Zombie Prom at Lower Level - Resident DJs Dirty North present the Zombie prom and costume contest with cash prizes at Lower Level (located below 25 Kitchen + Bar).

GRSSC Costume Party - The Grand Rapids Sport & Social Club hosts its second annual Halloween party at La Cantina October 29. $5 entrance fee includes drink specials, costume contest, games and a live DJ.

Devils Playground at SIXX - WSNX presents the Halloween party and costume at SIXX Nightclub. Best costume wins a trip to Vegas. Ages 18+ welcome.

Halloween Party at Polish Falcons - The upstairs of the Polish Falcons building on West Fulton will have a live DJ, drink specials,

Magoo's Halloween - Enjoy a costume contest, music spun by a DJ JB and drink specials at the Wyoming bar October 29.

The Boo Ball - Watermark 920 in Muskegon hosts the October 29 costume contest, live DJs and food starting at 7 p.m. Tickets: $10.

JD Reardon's Halloween Party - The second annual karaoke jam starts at 9 p.m. October 29 and prizes will be awarded at midnight for best costume.

Nunica Costume Party - Costume party at Nunica Bar & Party Store from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. October 29.

Halloween at the Galewood - The Galewood Tavern in Wyoming will have a live DJ spinning Latino discs, photos, a costume contest and more.

Boo Bash - The Holiday Bar on GR's West Side will have a cash prize for best costume, drink specials and a live DJ.

Halloween Bash - Shots Grill on Lake Michigan NW will give out gift cards for best costumes and have live entertainment with DJ Grant.

Adult Halloween Celebration - The adult Halloween costume parade in downtown Douglas (Saugatuck) kicks off at 10 p.m.

Fright Night - A Halloween Art Show - From 4-7 p.m. October 30, enjoy Halloween art presented by ten local artists, a costume contest, raffle and devilish desserts at Moxie Beauty and Hair Parlor near 44th & Kalamazoo.

Devil's Night Sunday - DJames and WSNX present a costume contest, a chance to win a trip to Vegas, live DJs and more at 25 Kitchen + Bar and Lower Level downstairs. Ages 18+ welcome.

Industry Devil's Night at Crush - $250 in cash and prizes will be given out for best cartoon duo costume and DJ Steve Swift will provide the soundtrack. Open to ages 18+.

Scaryokie - DJ Kermit presents the Scaryokie Halloween Party at Stella's Lounge October 30 with prizes for the best costumes and singers, the White Trash Buffet and free arcade games.

Pyramid Scheme Halloween Parties - The Pyramid Scheme will host a Halloween costume party with ground breaking hip hop MC Kool Keith! Local special guests Noblesville will open the show. Ages 18+; tickets are $25.

Pimps & Hoes Ball - Billy's annual Halloween party Oct 31 will feature music spun by SuperDre and a costume contest with a first place prize worth more than $500.

Halloweird - The weirdest Halloween night party at Lower Level will have a photo booth, costume contest, live DJ and drink specials.

Uncensored Halloween - The costume party at Konkle's on Bridge Street will have live DJs, cash prizes for best costume and drink specials. 21+.

Cider Mills, Apple Picking & Pumpkins

Ed Dunneback & Girls - Located just 10 minutes from downtown GR on 6 Mile Rd NW, the farm market has been family owned and operated for more than 70 years and has u-pick apples and pumpkins from 11a-4p on Saturdays and noon-4p on Sundays.

Klein Cider Mill - Watch cider made the old-fashioned way and pick your own pumpkin out of the patch at the farm located on 10 Mile in Sparta.

Schwallier's Country Basket - The farm market on 9 Mile Rd in Sparta has u-pick pumpkins and apples, as well as a petting farm, picnic area, fresh cider, cow train rides and an observable working bee hive.

Steffens Orchards - Pick your own apples and pumpkins or build a scarecrow at the Scarecrow Factory at this orchard located on 13 Mile in Sparta. Open Monday-Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 12-6.

Kent Harvest Trails - The trails program highlights 19 participating farms in Kent County which offer local families the chance to visit farms for orchard tours, face painting, pumpkin picking, scarecrow stuffing and many more autumn activities with no general admission charge. Many farms do have fees for specific activities. The website includes a map with all participating locations.

Michigan Apple Orchards - Central West Michigan Route

Festivals & Family Activities

Chrysanthemums and More! - Formerly known at 'Colorfall', this annual celebration of the autumn season at Frederik Meijer Gardens features an extensive flowering chrysanthemum display both indoors and outside. Color tours, tram rides and seasonal children’s activities are available throughout October. Tickets ($12 for adults, $4-$6 for kids) include access to all of The Gardens, including the curated ArtPrize exhibit.

Pumpkin Train - See The Great Pumpkin, Scarecrow and Little Crow on the Coopersville & Marne Railway. Local actress Eva Swietec and her cast of wacky characters will sing and dance during the approximately 1 hour, 15 minute ride and each child can pick a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch after the train returns to downtown Coopersville. Runs Saturdays and Sundays through October 30. Tickets: adults $14.50, seniors (60+) $13.50, kids (2-12) $11.50.

Creature Feature - Bring the little ones out to Double JJ Resort for a fun singing and dancing show, long with tasty treats. Tickets are $5 each and the event runs Fridays and Saturdays through October.

Scarecrows on Main Street - Visit Coopersville during the month of October to see imaginatively decorated scarecrows lining Main Street in the historic downtown and then vote for your favorite at the Farm Museum.

Yee-Haw for Fall - Enjoy fall activities, pony rides, a zipline, midway games, stagecoach rides and more at the Double JJ Resort on Saturdays and Sundays through October. $10 for adults, $5 for kids.

Zeeland Pumpkinfest - The three-day family festival in downtown Zeeland returns October 6, 7 & 8 with a parade, food, scarecrow display, games, family entertainment, artwork and more. Free admission.

Halloween Palooza - On October 8, families can enjoy costume shopping, games, cookies, cider, free spider rings and more from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at all Goodwill stores around the Grand Rapids area.

Lowell Harvest Festival - The annual fall celebration in downtown Lowell on October 8 features a chili cook-off, an antiques and collectables show, arts, crafts, family activities and more. Free admission.

White Lake Pumpkinfest - The Downing Street Hill in downtown Montague is the site of the annual Pumpkin Roll taking place October 8. Other events include pumpkin painting, pumpkin bowling, a pumpkin pie contest, a youth art fair and a harvest fest. Free admission.

Wyoming Pumpkin Path - At the 8th Annual Pumpkin Path at Lamar Park in Wyoming, kids can collect prizes, candy and toys from 70 Wyoming-area businesses on October 8. There will also be a pumpkin-carving and decorating contest. Free admission.

Blandford Nature Center Fall Harvest Festival - The annual festival filled with pioneer-like activities like rope-making and blacksmithing returns October 15. Families can also make their own scarecrows, candles and pioneer toys and press apples into cider. Admission is $5, kids 3 and under are free.

Spooktacular Howloween Dance - DANCEgr will host the Halloween workshop and dance at the Social Dance Studio on Lake Michigan Drive. An hour-long lesson will kick things off at 7 p.m. Cost is $10-$16.

The Zoo Goes Boo - Celebrate Halloween at John Ball Zoo October 21, 22, 28 & 29 with trick-or-treating on the 'Kooky Not Spooky Trail', live entertainment, a giant straw maze, make-n-take crafts and more. Admission is $3.50 for adults and $3 for kids.

Downtown Rockford Zombie Walk - Face painting gets underway on Bridge Street in Rockford at 5 p.m. with the Zombie Walk and activities following at 5:30 p.m.

Ghost Stories & Night Hike - In Lowell, gather around and listen to spooky or funny tales; afterwards, everyone is invited for a family-friendly "Night Hike" where they will learn interesting facts about our Michigan woodlands and its nocturnal residents.

Family Halloween Party - Hosted by the Scottish Rite Masons at the Mason Center on Fulton, families can enjoy games, prizes, dancing, a DJ, crafts and more. Admission is $5 for adults, free for kids 17 and under.

Pumpkin Painting - Stop into Eastern Floral locations between Oct 24 & 27 for a chance to paint pumpkins that will be sent to area hospitals, nursing homes and care facilities. There's no cost.

Harvest Party at KDL - Kent District Library's Gaines Township branch will have autumn crafts, pumpkin decorating, games, and plenty of bountiful fun for all ages at 6:30 p.m.

Pumpkin Carving at KDL - Kent District Library's Krause Memorial Branch in Rockford will have pumpkin carving at 6:30 p.m. (bring your own pumpkin!).

Fall Community Celebration - Enjoy trunk or treating, live music, free hot dogs and popcorn, inflatables and food baskets for families from 6:30 to 8 p.m. October 26.

Harvest Party at KDL - Kent District Library's Comstock Park branch will have autumn crafts, pumpkin decorating, games, and plenty of bountiful fun for all ages at 10:30 a.m. October 26.

Ionia Autumn Celebration - Event organizers expect 6,000 people to visit main street in downtown Ionia for Scarecrow Alley, a costume contest, autumn carnival, live music, the Chili Dawg Challenge and more October 27 from 4 to 8 p.m.

Pumpkin Carving at KDL - Kent District Library's Caledonia Branch will have pumpkin carving at 6:30 p.m. (bring your own pumpkin!).

Grand Rapids Zombie Walk - Now in its 4th year, the downtown GR zombie walk will begin at Calder Plaza at 8 p.m. and head south to The Dirty Hippie at 133 South Division.

Hallowee-Ones - The special event October 28 at Frederik Meijer Gardens is designed for the youngest visitors. Dress your little one as a sculpture, mammal, tree, flower, geologist or any other way that highlights something about the Children's Garden and then join the costume parade. Admission to this event is included in general admission; $12 for adults, $4-$6 for kids.

Halloween at Van Raalte Farm - Bring the family to Holland's Van Raalte Farm Park October 28 and journey along the trails to discover wild creates and fun activities. Admission is $2 per person.

Monsters' Ball - Learn to do the monster mash, YMCA, chicken dance and more at the Ferrysburg City Hall October 28. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by adult; costumes required.

Grand Valley Zombie Walk - The 10:30 p.m. zombie walk next to GVSU-Allendale will start at Meadows Crossing Apartment Complex at 48th & West Campus Drive October 28.

Run 4 Your Life 5K Fun Run - The October 28 fundraiser supporting the Holland Free Health Clinic will consist of an un-timed 5K walk/run along with the Lil' Pun'kins Mini Run. The event kicks off at The Curragh at 5:30 p.m.

City of the Dead - Enjoy a ghostly funtastic night at Muskegon' Evergreen Cemetery and tour the grounds while local actors play prominent past Muskegon citizens. Tickets are $5; kids 6 and under are free.

Ghoulfest Costume Contest and Concert - Presented by the Kent Philharmonia Orchestra and GRCC on October 28, the Costume Contest begins at 7:00 pm and is open to all ages. Tickets: $5 for adults, $3 for students.

Treats and Trails - Trick-or-treat along the trails of the Outdoor Discovery Center in Holland October 28. There will be wildlife, candy, luminaries, costumes and more. Entry cost is $5 per vehicle.

Halloween Extravaganza - Hosted by the Grand Rapids Jaycees at Centerpointe Mall, kids can enter a costume contest, play carnival games, have their faces painted and more from 9 a.m. to noon October 29.

Rivertown Zombie Hoard - Join the zombie walk being held at RiverTown Crossings Mall October 29 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Harvest Party at KDL - Kent District Library's Alpine branch will have autumn crafts, pumpkin decorating, games, and plenty of bountiful fun for all ages at 10 a.m. October 29.

All Hallows Eve Celebration - Celebrate Halloween in a Victorian setting on October 29 at Historic Charlton Park. Located east of Hastings, the attraction will have trick-or-treating, hayrides, cider and the annual judged costume parade. Cost is $3 per person (12 and under are free).

Alger Heights Halloween 5K - On October 29 at 9 a.m., run through the rolling hills of the Alger Heights neighborhood in costume for this timed race. Alger Middle School will host post-race festivities and give away awards for best dressed.

Annual Literary Life Halloween Party - The bookstore on Wealthy Street hosts an hour of not-too-scary stories, arts and crafts projects, Halloween music and special treats. Each child will receive a special goody bag, compliments of LitLife. Takes place 11 a.m. - noon on October 29.

Saugatuck Halloween Festival - Enjoy a day-long celebration of Halloween and the Fall season in Saugatuck October 29 with music, entertainment, a parade, arts & crafts, storytelling and more. Free.

Treats from Trunks - Held at St. Paul's Lutheran on 84th & Kraft in Caledonia, families can trick-or-treat from car trunks outside or at booths inside the church. There will also be games, activities, food, candy and much more from 3:30-6 p.m. October 29.

Grand Haven Zombie Walk - The evening of fun in downtown Grand Haven kicks off at the Tri-Cities Historical Museum and the only participation fee is to bring a non-perishable food item for the Tri-Cities pantry.

Pumpkin Carving at KDL - Kent District Library's Alto branch will have pumpkin carving at 10:30 a.m. (bring your own pumpkin!).

Organ Concert for All Saints and Halloween - Trinity United Methodist Church on Lake Drive will host an engaging recital of music for Halloween and All Saints Day at 3 p.m. Admission is free and a reception will follow.

Halloween Hoopla - Children can trick-or-treat inside Woodland Mall from 3-5 p.m. October 31. Free.

Haunted Westgate - The Westgate neighborhood in Comstock Park is transformed from a seemingly quiet area into a Halloween wonderland boasting an impressive collection of yard haunts and festive decorations. More than a dozen homes showcase over-the-top themed decorations with names like Alien Invasion, Dead End Cemetery and The Haunting of Storybook Hollow. Free to tour; located just west of 131 and West River Drive. Map available on hauntedwestgate.com.

Entertainment & Arts

Night of the Living Dead - The Grand Rapids Civic Theatre presents the gripping terror-filled monochromatic play that brings all the fright of the cult classic film to life on stage October 14-30. Tickets: $8-$14.

Shaun of the Dead - The Meanwhile Movie Series at The Wealthy Theatre continues October 25 "Shaun of the Dead" directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg. Tickets are $6.

Thriller! Chiller! Film Festival - West Michigan's film festival celebrating genre movies returns for three days to the Wealthy Theatre, October 21-23. Dozens of full-length films, shorts and cult classics will be shown. All-access weekend festival passes are $30.

Prom Night - The Musical - The Stark Turn Players, GR's newest non-proft professional theatre company will present its annual Halloween horror parody, "Prom Night - The Musical", based on the 1980 film by William Grey. Runs October 26-31 at Dog Story Theater.

Dracula - The Grand Rapids Ballet Company presents the intoxicating drama of an age-old tale that has gripped audiences for centuries at the Wege Theatre October 27-30. Costumes are encouraged.

Halloween Burlesque - Super Happy Funtime, a vaudeville-style variety show featuring dancers, comedians, backed by the fabulous End Times Orchestra, is back October 29 at the Wealthy Theater for the special Halloween show. Tickets: $15/$20.

Adult Halloween Cooking Class - The Spartan Culinary Classroom presents its first ever Adult Halloween Class October 31 at the Family Fare on 44th in Grandville. Learn about tasty, creepy, crazy foods and recipes from 6 to 9 p.m. $40.

Trick-or-Treating

Light in the Night - The Knollcrest Apts at Calvin College host the 17th annual night of trick-or-treating October 29. Children are encouraged to bring a canned good to be donated to Family Haven Ministries.

Inaugral Trunk or Treat - St. Paul's Anglican Catholic Church on Lake Michigan Drive will have safe trick-or-treating, coffee, popcorn, apples, a costume contest, games and more from 3-6 p.m.

Trunk or Treat -The free October 31 Halloween event at Crystal Springs Alliance Church in Kentwood will have games, door prizes, candy and more from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Grand Haven - Participating merchants around Washington Avenue downtown will provide treats for families from 4-6 p.m. October 31. Community trick-or-treating will follow.

Hope College - Kids 12 and under can trick-or-treat at the Maas Conference Center on Hope College's campus from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Dates and Times:

• Ada: Does not set a time
• Allegan: Oct 31, 5-8 p.m.
• Allendale: does not set a specific time
• Belding: Fire dept. open house Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Belmont: does not set a date or time
• Caledonia: October 31, dusk to 8 p.m.
• Cannon Twp: 6-8 p.m., October 31 (@ both fire stations)
• Cascade Twp: Fire station party Oct 31, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
• Cedar Springs: Spooktacular downtown Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Coopersville: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• East Grand Rapids: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Ferrysburg: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Fremont: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Gaines Township: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Grandville: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Grand Haven: Oct 31 6-8 p.m.
• Grand Rapids: October 31, dusk to 8 p.m.
• Greenville: Oct 31, 3:30-5 & 6-8 p.m.
• Hastings: Oct 31, 5-8 p.m.
• Holland: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Hudsonville: does not set a date or time
• Ionia: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Jenison: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Kentwood: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Lowell: October 31, 5:30-8 p.m.
• Middleville: October 31
• Muskegon: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Newaygo: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
• Orangeville: parental discretion
• Plainfield Township: does not set a date or a time
• Rockford: Oct 31, 5:30-8 p.m.
• Sparta: Oct 31, 5:30-8 p.m.
• Spring Lake: Oct 31, 4-6 (merchants); 6-8p (residents)
• Standale: Oct 31, does not set a time
• Walker: Oct 31, does not set a time
• Wayland: Oct 31, 5:30-8 p.m.
• Wyoming: October 31, dusk
• Yankee Springs Twp: parental discretion
• Zeeland: Oct 31, 5-8 p.m.