Halloween is just around the corner, and Cortland County has all the thrills, chills, haunts, and happenings you're searching for. Whether you want to scream till you cry, commune with the beyond, or enjoy a little family-friendly trick-or-treating, we've got just the thing!
FALL FAMILY FUN
If your looking for some Halloween fun that is more treats than tricks, we've got just the list for you!
HAUNTED HAYRIDE
Cortland Water Works
75 Broadway Ave. Cortland
It's baaaack! October 29-30, from 6-9 pm, the Haunted Hayride will be touring the Cortland Water Works grounds. Family-friendly chills and thrills for $5 per person, children 5 and under free.
SPOOKY MAGIC
Peck Memorial Library
24 Main Street, Marathon
Friday, October 28, at 6 pm, magician Cris Johnson will be wowing little ghosts and goblins with his whimsical magic show. Marvel as ghosts take flight, and Frankenstein's monster comes to life. Full of laughs, silliness, and singing. Perfect for the whole family.
"HOLLOW"EEN ON THE FARM
Daisy Hollow Farm
830 Daisy Hollow Rd
Bring the kids out to Daisy Hollow Farm for the annual Happy "Hollow"een on the Farm, October 29-30, from noon-6 pm! Try your luck at a trick-or-treat scavenger hunt, snuggle all the fuzzy farm animals and enter the costume contest. Don't worry, mom and dad; there is a little something for grown-ups too! Saturday night, live music from 4-6 by Li'l Anne and the Hot Cayenne. Hopshire Brewery will be on site serving fine craft beer, and Fire Dawgs BBQ will be dishing up hot, delicious meals!
HEROES AND VILLAINS HALLOWEEN
Heroes & Villans
75 E. Court St, Cortland
Games, goodies, superheroes, and their artists. What's not to love? Don your capes and shields and make your way to the Corset Building, on October 25, from noon-5 pm, for trick-or-treating superhero style!
TRUNK-OR-TREAT
Downtown Cortland
Court Street, Cortland
Mark your calendars! The City of Cortland Fire Dept. and Cortland Youth Bureau are hosting a Trunk-or-Treat event in historic downtown Cortland. Put on your best costumes and promenade down Court Street on October 29, from 2-4 pm, to fill your bags will loads of treats.
BOOS FOR BIG KIDS
Ready to scream, laugh, and commune with the dearly departed? This list is for the more adventurous souls among us. Proceed with caution.
FREAK AT THE PEAK
Greek Peak Adventure Center
2000 St-Rt 392, Cortland
We've all heard of a haunted house, but have you heard of a haunted roller coaster?! October 21-22 and 28-29 take a spin on the scariest mountain coaster around. Flying through the forest filled with freaks and creeps is sure to get your heart racing! Want to take your young ones? Greek Peak offers a less spooky version from 6-7 pm. But once darkness descends, beware! Reservations are required. Tickets are $15 per ride.
REIKI & TAROT READINGS
Vibes by Hanna
72 South Main St, Homer
It's the season of the witch, and Oct 28 is the time to embrace it. From 5-8 pm, Vibes by Hanna will be hosting Clarity Tarot for a reiki and tarot event. Indulge in a little shopping during the annual sale, nibble some refreshments and stay for a personalized reading. Witchy wellness packages are offered for $20 per person at the door. Stop in and see what your future holds!
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Center for the Arts of Homer
72 South Main St, Homer
October 29, at 7 pm, is your chance to do the time warp again! Come dressed in any costume for discounted admission and concessions. Mingle over wine and beer at the bar before the show. General admission tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance or at the doors.
PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION
1890 House Museum
37 Tompkins St, Cortland
October 29, from 6-9:30 pm, join Dream Seekers Paranormal with special guests from The Sixth Sense Paranormal Society and Til Death? as they reopen paranormal investigations at the 1890 House Museum. The veil is thin, and the spirit world wants to communicate. Tickets are $35 per person and are available in advance or at the door. Try your hand at reaching into the unknown, all while supporting the restoration of the mansion. Special giveaways for those in attendance.
GRAVEYARD TOUR
Virgil Cemetery
1175 NY-392, Cortland
Come for the Third Annual Historic Cemetery Tour...if you dare! Walk with Virgil Town Historian Marsha Powell on October 30, 10 am, through the rolling hills of the Virgil Cemetery. Learn the stories buried within the graves of some of Virgil's most notorious, mischievous, and even murderous citizens. Hollenbeck's cider and doughnuts will be provided. A $5 donation to the Historical Society is requested.
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