Big Island Halloween and Fall Festival Events 2018

Though the temperatures aren’t changing too much throughout most of the island, fall is here! That means pumpkin patches, fall festivals, and lots of Big Island Halloween activities! Whether you’re looking for activities close to home or you’re ready to load up the car and take a drive, there are plenty of events to choose from throughout the month of October. Enjoy! 

Hilo/Volcano/East Hawai’i

*Click on the title of the event for more information.

Youth Arts Series Haunted House
Friday, October 12 from 3 to 5 p.m.  | Saturday, October 13 from 4 to 6 p.m.  | East Hawai’i Cultural Center, 141 Kalakaua St, Hilo
Haunted House created by the students of the 2018 Fall Break Camp.

Chicken Skin Obake Stories 201
Friday, October 12  | from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.  | Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo
Mysteries of Hawai’i presents CHICKEN SKIN 2018 Obake (ghost) stories of Hawai’i featuring Obake stories told by master story teller, kumu, and actor Lopaka Kapanui. All new show and new show location for 2018! Don’t miss this original Obake Story telling event on Friday, October 12 2018 at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel’s Moku’ola Ballroom! Doors open at 7:30PM all ages welcome however parental guidance is highly suggested. Presale $20 Door $25 Tickets are limited so get your tickets today at all Irie Hawaii locations (Hilo, Pahoa, Kona), and Wizard Smoke Shop/Car Stereo Specialists in Hilo (formerly CD Wizard) and online at bigisland.ticketleap.com/chickenskin.

7th Annual Halloween Costume Skate
Friday, October 12  | from 6 to 8 p.m. |  Wainaku Gym, 30 Aikane Loop, Hilo
Bring your own gear, Bring all your friends and definitely wear a costume you can comfortably wear skating! Helmet is required.

2nd Fridays Free Community Dance
Friday, October 12  | from 7 to 10 p.m.  | Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd, Volcano
Free admission. Snacks and drinks provided. Alcohol-free event. Minors welcome with parental supervision. Costumes encouraged but not required.

Painting and Pupus
Saturday, October 13  | from 5 to 8:30 p.m.  | Kinoole Baptist Church, 1815 Kinoole St, Hilo
Join us for Engage Church first women’s event of fall! Bring a friend and a pupu, and enjoy an evening of laughter, friends, and painting!

Oktoberfest at Cooper Center
Saturday, October 13  | from 4 to 7 p.m. |  Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd, Volcano
Bar opens at 4 p.m. (beer, wine, soda, water) with dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. including chicken schnitzel, brats, beer-beef stew, sauerkraut, braised red cabbage, german potato salad. Plates range from $6 to $12, all entrees come with free dessert.

Blue Zones Project Cooking & Healthy Halloween Demo
Tuesday, October 16  | from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.  | Mountain View Public & School Library, 18-1235 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View
Join us for a FREE Cooking Demo & Healthy Halloween Demo at the Mountain View Public Library, 1235 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View, HI 96771. RSVP online: info.bluezonesproject.com/eh/cooking. Learn how to prepare delish plant-based recipes that are Blue Zones approved. PLUS – enjoy free samples and learn how to prepare healthy halloween keiki treats too!

It’s a Soul Thing: Halloween Edition
Friday, October 19  |  from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.  |  Hilo Town Tavern, 168 Keawe St
It’s a Soul Thing, Halloween Edition Baby!! Git on down & shake your boo-tay!! It’s our Halloween party ya’ll, so get your costume lined up and ready…spooky or funky, dress up and git down!!! Check out our Halloween photo booth & our costume contest with giveaways. Dance to the Soulful Sounds of  Dj Uplifter & dj Sapience (Joey Cabal). $6adm, 21+.

Howl’ween Dog Walk
Saturday, October 20  | from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.  |  Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, 191 Lihiwai St, Hilo
Come join us and many other dog lovers for a morning filled with family and canine fun while helping us raise money for the animals of Hawaii Island Humane Society! Participating in Howl’ween Dog Walk is free. All who participate can simply collect donations with an online giving page or with our printed form. Event highlights include costume competitions, pet-related vendors and ono food and drink! Become a fundraiser for Hawaii Island Humane Society to help shelter animals and you’ll help your friends feel good about doing good. Get started here. Getting started is easy to do, and it’s fun. We’ll even give you all the tools you’ll need to make a difference. With your help, I know we can reach our campaign goal! Fundraise today! Earn $50 in pledges and receive a FREE Dog Walk shirt!

When you create a personal fundraiser page today for Hawaii Island Humane Society, you’ll join us on our life-saving mission to ensure that our doors are always open for every animal, every day. Proceeds from the Howl’ween Dog Walk benefit some of the many needs of HIHS including pet supplies and free spay and neuter services to help eliminate pet overpopulation.

WHS PTSA Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 20  | from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  | Waiakea High School, 155 W Kawili St, HiloThe Waiakea PTSA is presenting the second annual WHS pumpkin patch! The event will take place in and around the WHS gymnasium and will feature hundreds of pumpkins, craft and food vendors, a petting zoo, and more! Tickets are $13 and include a pumpkin.

Halloween Fairy Garden Workshop
Saturday, October 20  |  at 4 p.m.  |  Rozett’s Nursery, 15-1511 28th St, Keaau
$15 materials fee. Includes pot, soil, plants, and decorations. Sign up for your spot, space is limited. 982-5422.

Hawaii Classic Cruisers Presents Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 20  | from 5:30 to 8 p.m.  | behind the gas station of Hilo WalMart
Treats will be given out the to public. Wear a costume. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Garden side, behind the square parking area behind the gas station of Hilo WalMart.

Halloween Pet Costume Contest
Saturday, October 20  |  at 1p.m.  |  Aloha Pawz, 697 Manono St.
Get ready, get set, GO! Let’s see some dogs in costumes!!! Mark your calendars! Aloha Pawz is hosting their 2nd Annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest to benefit Aloha Ilio Rescue! Grand prize winner will receive a gift basket valued over $75! Call or stop by Aloha Pawz at Manono Marketplace (across Hawaiian Style Cafe) to preregister today!

Second Annual Purpose Pumpkin Party
Saturday, October 20 and Sunday, October 21  | from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Panaewa, 1009 Ahuna Rd, Hilo
Fun activities for the entire family!

Ohi’a Love Fest
Sunday, October 21  |  from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  |  ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Pl, Hilo
The ‘Ōhi‘a Love Fest is a FREE festival celebrating ‘ōhi‘a trees and Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death (ROD) education. The festival will be held at ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center in Hilo on Hawai‘i Island on Sunday October 21, 2018 from 9am-4pm. Please join us for and enjoy educational displays, entertainment, keiki and adult activities and crafts, games, prizes, face painting, photo booth, demonstrations, story telling, and much more! Also, access into the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center museum and planetarium shows will be FREE all day! Thereʻs something for everyone!

Creepshow: A Scare in the Air
Friday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday, October 28  at 2:30 p.m. | Hilo Palace Theatre, 38 Haili St, Hilo
Creepshow, a Scare in the Air, presented by Aerial Arts Hawaii! This 15 act spooky circus show arrives just in time for Halloween. Join us for 90 monstrous minutes of aerial hoop, rope, fabric, trapeze and more. Rated PG – 13 for occasional acts of sensual self expression. Tickets on sale NOW at www.AerialArtsHawaii.com and the Palace box office. Doors open one hour before showtime.

6th Annual Haunted Maze
Friday, October 26 & Saturday, October 27  |  from 6 to 9 p.m.  |  Botanical World Adventures, 31-240 Old Mamalahoa Hwy (mile marker 16 on Hwy 19)
FREE family fun and Halloween treats. Non perishable food donations accepted for the food pantry.

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Halloween Themed Adult Game Night
Saturday, October 27  | at 8 p.m. | For Your Eyes Only, 399 Hualani St, Ste 15A, Hilo
Halloween themed Adult game night featuring Cards against humanity! Costume Contest with prizes for the best costume! $2 door fee. 18 and older please!

Movie Night on the Lawn
Saturday, October 27  |  from 6 to 8:30 p.m.  |  Grand Naniloa Hotel, 93 Banyan Dr
Join us for another free movie night on the lawn, Halloween themed! We will be airing Scooby Doo at 6pm, with free candy for all of the kids. BBQ, drinks, & concessions will be available for purchase. Wear your Halloween best! We will have a costume competition for our guests under 12 years old. Categories are cutest, scariest, and most creative. We look forward to seeing you all there!

Come Alive – A Halloween Themed Drag Show
Saturday, October 27  | from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.  | 69 Waianuenue, Hilo
Boo! We’re back! It’s been a minute since our last production back in August, and we can’t for you to see the show we’ve got planned! Come celebrate Halloween with us on Saturday, October 27th!

Watch as some of your favorite celebrities and T.V characters Come Alive by our Queens and special guests! We’re back performing at our last venue, 69 Waianuenue in Hilo! As always, our show is 18+ over and BYOB. We now have 3 different ticket options, General Admission, General Admission with Table Seating and our V.I.P Lehua Lounge (only 2 lounges available!). Are you ready for another spectacular show? Purchase your tickets today! Online Ticket sales end October 25th!

Halloween Boo Bash
Saturday, October 27  | from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.  | Hilo Woman’s Clubhouse, 7 Lele St, Hilo
Come and enjoy the music (featuring DJ Uncle Mikey), show off your Autumn spirit, munch on some really fine pupus and help raise $ for the Hilo Woman’s Club. We’ll see you there!!

Halloween Costume 5K
Saturday, October 27  | from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.  | Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, 191 Lihiwai St, Hilo
5K fun run, Costume Contest, and free Trick or Treat for the Kids.

Malamalama Waldorf School Trick-or-Treat Trail
Saturday, October 27  | from 4 to 6 p.m.  |  15-1834 Maku’u Drive, Keaau
Trick or treat trail, visiting various whimsical “houses” within the safety and beauty of our Malama Waldorf School campus. Dinner, music, lovely giveaways for ages 0-9. $5 per person, $20 for a family.

Laupahoehoe Fall Community Festival and Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 27  | from 4 to 7 p.m. |  Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School, 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupahoehoe
A safe environment for keiki, families, friends, and community to enjoy a fun-filled night. Carnival games, entertainment, costume contest, concessions, and more! This is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free event.

Puna Covenant Church 3rd Annual Family Harvest Day
Saturday, October 27  | from 4 to 7 p.m. |  Puna Covenant Church, 16-647 Old Volcano Rd, Keaau
Family Harvest Day. Chili/cornbread cook-off contest (drop off at 4), Line dancing, outdoor games and races at 4 p.m. Dinner, crafts, face-painting, bingo, cake walk, and more at 5 p.m. Pie eating contest at 6:15 p.m., Maze and trick or treating at 6:30 p.m. Wear a happy costume! Call 966-9622 to enter the chili/cornbread cookoff.

KTA’s 9th Annual Haunted House and Costume Contest
October 27 through October 31  | from 5 to 9 p.m. | KTA Puainako, 50 E Puainako St, Hilo
Donations of canned goods will be accepted each night. 3rd annual costume contest on October 31st at 6 p.m. All costumes must be homemade. All ages may enter.

Nightmare in Paradise
Saturday, October 27  |  from 6 to 9 p.m.  |  KapohoKine Adventures, 93 Banyan Dr
Zip with Zombies after a walk along a haunted trail. A special Pre-Halloween treat with dinner, beverages and much spooky fun for the entire family. $89 per person. For reservations, call KapohoKine Adventures at 808-964-1000.

2018 Scorpio B-Day & Halloween Let Your Hair Down Costume Party
Saturday, October 27  |  from 7 to 10 p.m.  |  Eagles Club, 16-111 Opukahala, Keaau
Come to Eagles Club on Oct 27th to be part of the Scorpio & Halloween Costume Party with Uncle Steve’s Band or “USB” performing with some of the finest local players who just happen to be Scorpio’s. The Band is Steve Fundy, Tedd Heilmann and Bruce David with: Doug Stillwell, Lace, (Lavidia Carrillo), Ryan Walters, Paul Baille, Jeff Gray and Guest Vocalist Peggy Stanton.
Event starts at 7PM until 10…$5 at door…$2.50 beer and wine, no outside drinks. Potluck! 

Family Fun Day
Sunday, October 28  | at 10:30 a.m. | Puna Hongwanji Mission, 16-492 Old Volcano Rd, Keaau
Come at 9:00 a.m. for our temple service and then join us for our family fun day at 10:30 a.m. Come dressed in your Halloween costume and join in the fun activities planned. Enter the vegetable/fruit carving event.

Halloween Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 28  |  from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.  |  Hilo Health Co-Op, 1717 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo
Please join us for a Co-op Family Trunk-or-Treat event! Adults and keiki welcome. Keiki can “trunk-or-treat” from car to car in costumes. There will be a Halloween costume contest and we will show the movie Hocus Pocus. Mexican food themed potluck. Please join us!

Trick or Treat at Prince Kuhio Plaza
Wednesday, October 31  | from 5 to 7 p.m. | 111 East Puainako St, Hilo
Join us on Halloween and walk the mall collecting treats from the various merchants on property. Spend time with volunteer groups throughout the plaza by playing games and activities and don’t forget to make a Halloween craft to take home.

Trunk or Treat for the Keiki
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 5 to 7 p.m.  |  Pu’uohonua o Puna (The Hub), Pahoa 4 way intersection
Stop by the HUB on Halloween to trick-or-treat. 
Safe fun for the keiki💜👻💀🤡🤠👽😇🤖🙈
Everyone who stops by will have a chance to vote on their favorite decorated trunk, Also .. all keiki trick-or-treating will have a chance to enter in our keiki costume contest **Must be present to win!!** Its 2 hours Of fun!! So don’t miss it😉

Trunk or Treat at Solid Rock Church
Wednesday, October 31  | from 5 to 8 p.m. | Solid Rock Church, 15-2731 Pahoa Village Rd, Pahoa
October 31st from 5-8pm we will be celebrating by passing out candy and having a good time. Food trucks will be there to provide good grinds as well as music and a safe place for the kids and the whole family to hang out!!! See you there!!! To participate as a distributor, register here.

Trunk or Treat at Keonepoko Elementary
Wednedsay, October 31  | from 5:30 to 7 p.m. |  Keonepoko Elementary, 15-890 Kahakai Blvd, Pahoa
Annual trunk or treat festivities at the elementary school.

Trunk or Treat at Keaau Elementary
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.  |  16-680 Keaau Pahoa Rd, Keaau
Put your Halloween costume on and join us for a night of family fun!

Rocky Horror Picture Show
Wednesday, October 31  | from 8 to 10:30 p.m.  | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo
Get ready for another night of ROCKY HORROR at the Palace Theater this Halloween Night. Doors open at 7:30pm this year! Selfie booth with “RIFF RAFF” *Get here early to sign up for the costume contest!* Costume contest at 8:15pm with prizes! (Costumes do not need to be Rocky Horror related! 17+ to enter.) Participation Kits available in the lobby for $5! (Come early to make sure you get one!) 9:00pm “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” movie starts! Tickets are $12 in advance or at the door IN COSTUME, or $15 day of event.  

Hex Appeal
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.  |  Hilo Town Tavern, 168 Keawe St
HEX APPEAL, the biggest Halloween event in Hilo
Entertainment by PINK!
Costume Contest
$10 Admission, Ages 21+
Featuring:
Savannah Summers, Stacey Ashton, Aiden Del Rey, and DJ Menaj. Hosted by Sister Buffy.

Hilo Town Haunt
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 6 to 8:30 p.m.  |  Downtown Hilo
Hilo Town Haunt from 6:00pm-8:30pm happening in downtown Hilo. Fun for everyone. A map will be provided for a spooktacular and candy filled event. Scary and funny scenes to take free pictures, trick or treating for keiki, and two events happening following Hilo Town Haunt. Produced by Hawai’i Island LGBTQ Pride

A Marvelous Night | Halloween
Wednesday, October 31  | from 5 to 8 p.m. | New Hope Church, 840 Kupulau Rd, Hilo
This is a special Wednesday night for the entire family to take part in and celebrate Jesus! With fun games for the kids, lots of candy, delicious food, and a live action message, this is going to be “A Marvelous Night” that you and your family won’t want to miss out on!

Safe Night Family Fun Night
Wednesday, October 31  | from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |  Kaumana Drive Baptist Church, 388 Kaumana Dr, Hilo
Free! No tricks, lots of treats! Games and booths.

Cooper Center Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 31  | from 5 to 7:30 p.m. |  Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd, Volcano
Skatepark side. Gates close at 5:30 p.m. Bounce house, music, movies, and fun!

Holy Moly Halloween Alternative
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 6 to 8 p.m.  |  Sure Foundation, Yeshua Center, 16-1592 Pohaku Cir.
Join us on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 from 6pm-8pm at Sure Foundation Puna for our Holy Moly night! We will have glow in the dark games, a mechanical bull, a maze, free food, lots of candy and so much for the family on this evening. Dress up or not, we would love for you to come. Also, if you would like to help be a part of this event, please sign up at the information table located in the church lobby.

OIE’s Annual Halloween Fun Day
Saturday, November 3  | at 10 a.m. | Panaewa Equestrian Center, 800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo
Orchid Isle Eventing’s Halloween Fun Day!! Don’t put away your costumes too soon!! Keep them out for one last Hurrah of pony fun! Saturday November 3rd (Saturday after Halloween) we will be hosting our annual Halloween Fun Day! There will be lots of Halloween themed mounted games, a potluck lunch, and of course, a costume parade and contest! There will be plenty of opportunities for the keiki (and keiki at heart) to ride, play, and have a bundle of fun! Cost is $25 for the day or $5 per class! This will be a low pressure and supportive fun day where all riders of all ages, abilities, and tack preference (Western and English) are welcome! We love meeting new riders and making new pony friends, so bring anyone who you think may enjoy spending a day with a bunch of fun loving horse crazy people!

If you plan on attending please let us know so we know how many to expect! To RSVP or if you have any questions, you can contact us through a PM on our Facebook page, email [email protected], or call/text Desiree at 808-785-0310! Happy Riding and we hope to see you there!

Kohala/Waimea/North Hawai’i

Waimea Community Theatre Presents Dracula
Friday, October 12  | at 7 p.m. | Parker School, 65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Kamuela
Waimea Community Theatre’s production of Dracula, adapted by William McNulty, is an energetic and stylish take on one of the world’s most infamous literary villains. The staff and occupants of Purley Sanitorium begin to suffer inexplicable maladies when a mysterious Transylvanian Count purchases the adjoining Carfax Abbey. Led by Professor Abram Van Helsing, they rise up in resistance to combat the undead beast that preys upon them. Purchase tickets here.

Waimea Fall Festival
Saturday, October 13  | from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  | Waimea District Park, 67-1315 Ala Ohia Rd, Kamuela
The Waimea Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival is an annual celebration of Waimeaʻs autumn harvest and season. Its purpose is to support and promote the agrarian community and lifestyle of Waimea and itʻs rural neighbors. It is also an opportunity to share the beauty that is Waimea in the heart of Parker Ranch. This year’s family friendly event will feature locally-grown pumpkins, live entertainment, keiki activities, farmers market, Hawaiian crafts, community organizations, exhibits, demonstrations, and delicious food and beverages! FREE admission, scrip and wristbands for sale online or at event.

Waimea Community Theatre Presents Dracula
Sunday, October 21  | at 7 p.m. | Parker School, 65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Kamuela
Waimea Community Theatre’s production of Dracula, adapted by William McNulty, is an energetic and stylish take on one of the world’s most infamous literary villains. The staff and occupants of Purley Sanitorium begin to suffer inexplicable maladies when a mysterious Transylvanian Count purchases the adjoining Carfax Abbey. Led by Professor Abram Van Helsing, they rise up in resistance to combat the undead beast that preys upon them. Purchase tickets here.

Halloween Fun Run and Monster Mash Dash
Sunday, October 28  | from 7 to 10 a.m.  | Parker School, 65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Kamuela
Parker School invites the community to the 19th Annual George Heneghan Halloween Fun Run & Monster Mash Dash on Sunday, October 28 at our lower campus. Participants will have a spooktacular time as they walk and run dressed up in their favorite Halloween costumes in and around the beautiful Waimea Community. This event is open to the public and consists of a 1K Keiki “mash dash” which starts at 7:30 a.m. for kids ages 11 and under, followed by a 5K Fun Run/Walk at 7:45 a.m. Awards will be given to those who win in each costume categories of 1. Funniest 2. Cutest 3. Best Monster 4. Best Sports 5. Most Creative 6. Best Duo/Group costume. All proceeds will support Parker’s athletic program. To register for the event please go to www.parkerschoolhawaii.org/halloween-fun-run-monster-mash.

Fright Shop at Earl’s Garage
Tuesday, October 30  | from 5 to 8:30 p.m.  | Earl’s Garage, 64-1032 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela
Mark your calendar: Fright Shop will be presented this year on October 30, 5:30-8:30! Before we open up the haunted house, we’ll celebrate the birthday of Earl’s Garage at 5 pm; RSVP requested.

Trick or Treating at Parker Ranch Center
Wednesday, October 31  | from 5 to 7 p.m. | Mamalahoa Hwy 19, Kamuela
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to Parker Ranch Center for safe trick or treating on Halloween. Scare up some treats at stores with the “Trick or Treat Here” sign in the window. You’ll have a bootiful evening! Take photos of your costumed cuties and post them on social media with #ParkerRanchCenter. Treats available while supplies last. FREE.

Halloween Family Fun Night
Wednesday, October 31  | from 6 to 8 p.m. | Solid Rock North, Hisaoka Gym (Kamehameha Park), 54-382 Kamehameha Park Rd, Kapaau
Join your neighbors at this free event with glow putt, face painting, scavenger hunt, and carnival games!

Kona/Kealakekua/West Hawai’i

Free Comic Book Day: The Walking Dead
October 12  | from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  | Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6619 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua
Celebrate The Walking Dead Day—an exciting all-day, globally celebrated event commemorating the world’s favorite, long-running, survival Image/Skybound Entertainment comic by Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard! Come to the Kealakekua Library and pick up your free Walking Dead swag, while supplies last! Sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.). All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

The Addams Family at Aloha Theatre
October 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28  | various times | Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua
Creepy, kooky, mysterious, spooky—beloved Morticia, Lurch, and all the Addams come alive—or dead— on the Aloha stage in this popular Broadway musical, just in time for your Halloween laughs. What could go wrong when a “normal” family visits for dinner? Tickets available here.

Afternoon at the Movies: Goosebumps
October 17  | from 2 to 3:45 p.m.  |  Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6619 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua
Upset about moving from the big city to a small town, young Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets his beautiful neighbor Hannah. He is surprised to learn that Hannah’s mysterious father is R.L. Stine, the famous author of the best-selling “Goosebumps” series. When Zach accidentally unleashes the monsters from the fantastic tales, it’s up to Stine, his daughter and Cooper to return the beasts back to the books where they belong. Free popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted. This program is proudly sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. (F.O.L.K.). All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Monster Dash 5K Mud Run Obstacle Course
Saturday, October 20  | from 7 to 10 a.m. |  Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, Kona
Join us for a family fun event, dashing through the 5k muddy obstacle course with great prizes, food, drinks, and music! 7AM SHARP! Click here for times, cost, and to purchase tickets. Prizes for: Best Group Costume, Best Individual Costume, Top Three Elite Female, Top Three Elite Male.

Boss Witch Paint Party
Wednesday, October 24  | from 7 to 10 p.m. |  Paradise Brewing Co., 75-5669 Alii Dr, Kona
Get Tickets now at www.PaintInHawaii.com! Let’s be a Boss Witch this Halloween! Our broom-wielding heroine commands the full moon on this starry night painting. Everything will be brushstroke by brushstroke so even people who can’t draw stick figures will be able to make a Spook-tacular Witch! Let’s paint! Perfect for those of us that can’t draw- no talent or skills needed! All supplies to create your own original artistic masterpiece are provided along with follow-the-artist step by step guidance!

Afternoon at the Movies: Ghostbusters
October 24  | from 2 to 4:15 p.m.  |  Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6619 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua
Paranormal researcher Abby Yates and physicist Erin Gilbert are trying to prove that ghosts exist in modern society. When strange apparitions appear in Manhattan, Gilbert and Yates turn to engineer Jillian Holtzmann for help. Also joining the team is Patty Tolan, a lifelong New Yorker who knows the city inside and out. Armed with proton packs and plenty of attitude, the four women prepare for an epic battle as more than 1,000 mischievous ghouls descend on Times Square. Free popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted. This program is proudly sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. (F.O.L.K.). All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Waikoloa 1st Annual Fall Festival at Waikoloa Community Church
Friday, October 26  | from 3 to 8 p.m. |  Waikoloa Community Church, 68-3621 Paniolo Ave, Waikoloa Village
Fun for the Family! Costume Contest• Vendor Pop Ups • Food Trucks • Zombie Run – Costume Contest and Prizes. Free!!

Fall Costume Party
Friday, October 26  | from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.  | Na’alehu Public Library, 95-5669 Mamalahoa Hwy, Na’alehu
Join us for fun, food, and prizes at our annual Fall Costume Party! The fun will begin at 1:30pm, with a lucky prize drawing at 2:30pm. Come in costume for a chance to win a special prize! This year will feature a photo booth, snacks, games, crafts, and a special appearance and beatboxing workshop with Mr. Kneel. All ages are welcome to this free event! Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Howl’ween Dog Walk
Saturday, October 27  | from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.  |  78-6767 Mamalahoa Hwy, Holualoa
Come join us and many other dog lovers for a morning filled with family and canine fun while helping us raise money for the animals of Hawaii Island Humane Society! Participating in Howl’ween Dog Walk is free. All who participate can simply collect donations with an online giving page or with our printed form. Event highlights include costume competitions, pet-related vendors and ono food and drink! Become a fundraiser for Hawaii Island Humane Society to help shelter animals and you’ll help your friends feel good about doing good. Get started here. Getting started is easy to do, and it’s fun. We’ll even give you all the tools you’ll need to make a difference. With your help, I know we can reach our campaign goal! Fundraise today! Earn $50 in pledges and receive a FREE Dog Walk shirt!

When you create a personal fundraiser page today for Hawaii Island Humane Society, you’ll join us on our life-saving mission to ensure that our doors are always open for every animal, every day. Proceeds from the Howl’ween Dog Walk benefit some of the many needs of HIHS including pet supplies and free spay and neuter services to help eliminate pet overpopulation.

The Ohana Halloween Pa’ina
Saturday, October 27  | from 5 to 9:30 p.m.  | Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Dr, Kona
Keauhou Shopping Center’s annual family-friendly Halloween celebration, the ‘Ohana Halloween Pāʻina, returns on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 5 p.m. Enjoy trick-or-treating, costume contests, a keiki fun zone, delicious food and live entertainment.

Movies Under the Stars: Hotel Transylvania 2
Saturday, October 27  |  at dusk (around 6:30 p.m.)  |  Queens Marketplace Pavilion, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Rd
Join us for FREE MOVIE at the coronation pavilion at dusk ~ 6:30 pm.
Once a month, you’re invited to bring a beach chair or blanket for a free outdoor movie at dusk at the Coronation Pavilion. Dracula and his friends try to bring out the monster in his half human, half vampire grandson in order to keep Mavis from leaving the hotel.

Rocky Horror Picture Showing
Sunday, October 28  | at 8 p.m. | My Bar Kona, 74-5606 Luhia St, Kona
“Dammit Janet!” We’re doin this thing Kona. Come on out in your best RHPS looks and get ready to shout, throw shit, dance, and sing along to this cult classic, just in time for Halloween. You know ya wanna join us!

Ohana Martial Arts Costume Party & Movie Night
Sunday, October 28  | from 4 to 7 p.m. |  Ohana Martial Arts, 75-5759 Kuakini Hwy, Kona
Martial Arts Costume Party and MOVIE NIGHT 4 TO 7PM October 28th! Sign up before Oct 2nd for a discount. Regular Price $20 each/$12 Siblings – for October only Dojo students may bring a non-dojo student friend for free with paid admission to party. There will be 30 students max, please RSVP (if you are an unlimited student) or Pay and email me total number with up to 1 guest per paid student to reserve your spot. ***no gore and any weapons deemed dangerous to other students will be held by instructor for the night. COSTUME CONTEST, DINNER, AN ACTION G OR PG MOVIE AND GLOW STICK FREEZE DANCE TO FINISH THE NIGHT! CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS – 808-494-2346! ALOHA!

Keiki Story Time by Kona Stories
Wednesday, October 31  | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. |  Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Dr, Kona
Pre-School Story Time is brought to you by Kona Stories and the Kona AAUW group. This month, Keiki Story Time will feature stories about Pumpkins! There is a $5 fee to cover craft and snacks. Please check in 10 minutes early at Kona Stories Book Store. Space is limited so please pre-register at Kona Stories: 808-324-0350 or [email protected]

Happy HalloQueen
Wednesday, October 31  |  from 5 to 7 p.m.  |  Queens Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Rd
Fill your goody bags with treats from participating stores and “spooktacular” giveaways from stations situated around the shopping center!

Did we miss any events? Email us at laurie at bigisland.life dot com so that we can add your event to the list!

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