Special Events Holiday Spirit Spook-tacular Halloween Events
Ghost Stories at the Bissell House
Hear spooky stories told by costumed storytellers in the candlelit Bissell House. Dim lights, creaking stairs and slightly opened doors set the scene for this once-a-year exclusive. Two story times offered. Limited space available. Advance registration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via e-mail dgonzales@stlouisco.com. Age
Fee
Location
All ages
$5/person
Bissell House
Day
Date
Time
Friday
10/18
6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Ghost Stories at Fort Belle
Participants will gasp at scary stories amid the cold, stone ruins at several sites along the Missouri River. The ruins hold stories of their own as well for those who dare to attend this Halloween adventure. Enjoy a haywagon ride along a route lit by candled lanterns and bonfires. Hot chocolate will greet those that can finish. Limited space available. Advance registration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via e-mail dgonzales@stlouisco.com Age
Fee
Location
All ages
$7/person
Fort Belle Fontaine
Day
Date
Time
Saturday
10/19
6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Halloween DARE Dance
If you DARE, join your friends and dance the night away! Wear your costume for a chance to win prizes. Admission limited to grades 5 through 7 only. Tickets may be purchased after October 1 by calling (314) 615-8822. Thank you to DARE for co-sponsoring this event. Age
Fee
Location
Grades 5-7
$5/person
ACC
Day
Date
Time
Friday
10/25
7 - 9:30 p.m.
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Boo-Bash
This family friendly event with a Harry Potter theme will feature Serengeti Steve and his amazingly fun Reptile Experience. Reptile show begins at 6 p.m. and there will be unlimited carousel rides after the show until 8 p.m. The carousel will be decorated and characters in costume will get everyone in the magical mood! A food truck will be on site with food and beverages for purchase. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Call (314) 615-8383 for more information. Age
Fee
Location
All Ages
$7/person in advance*
St. Louis Carousel
$9/person at the door *Children 12 months and younger are free with a paying adult.
Day
Date
Time
Friday
10/25
6 - 8 p.m.
Ghost Stories at Jefferson Barracks Hear spooky stories told by costumed storytellers above the bluffs of the Mississippi at the Barracks. Candlelight and creaking floors in the buildings and wood fires and noises from the woods set the scene for this once-a-year exclusive. Two story times offered. Limited space available. Advance registration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via e-mail jmagurany@stlouisco.com. Age
Fee
Location
All ages
$5/person
Jefferson Barracks Park
Day
Date
Time
Saturday
10/26
6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Halloween Boo-nanza
Enjoy this family fun event which includes hayrides and a marshmallow roast around the bonfire. You’ll love our scavenger hunt where the first 10 to finish win a prize! We’ll have more fun with crafts, pumpkin races, a costume contest and our “Haunted Caverns” at the end of the program. Call (314) 615-8839 to register. Age
Fee
Location
All ages
$7/person
NCRC
Day
Date
Time
Saturday
10/26
6 - 9 p.m.