Boo at the Zoo: Non-scary, kid-friendly Halloween fun, including Frankie's Maze, skits and sing-alongs at the Children's Zoo amphitheater, Headless Horseman Graveyard, Mummy Mayhem, Pirates Cove and Spider alley; costumes are encouraged, and all kids go home with a treat bag. Thur.-Sat., 5-8 p.m. Continues through Oct. 30, free. Saint Louis Zoo, Forest Park, St. Louis, 314-781-0900, www.stlzoo.org.
Kevin Bozeman: No candy, just comedy all night long. Sun., Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m., $10. Funny Bone Comedy Club-Westport Plaza, I-270 & Page, St. Louis, 314-469-6692.
Buffalo Bob's Halloween Jam: Open jam session hosted by Buffalo Bob. Sun., Oct. 31, 8 p.m., free. Backstreet Jazz & Blues, 610 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, 314-878-5800.
The Bull's Halloween Party: The Bull (93.7-FM) broadcasts live from Wild Country beginning at 10 p.m.; costume contest with cash prizes and free admittance before 8 p.m. Sat., Oct. 30, 7 p.m.-3 a.m., $5 to $6. Wild Country, 17 Gateway, Collinsville, 618-346-6775.
Charity Halloween Ball: Door proceeds from this ball and costume contest (with a $1000 prize!) benefit St. Louis Children's Hospital. Gow and Alex spin in the main room, and Charlie Chan and Smitty break it down in the front of the house. Extra hour bonus because of the end of daylight saving time! Sat., Oct. 30. Velvet, 1301 Washington, St. Louis, 314-241-8178, www.velvetvibes.com.
Chili Cookout and Halloween Walk: Sample the best efforts of the chili chefs ($10 entry fee to compete) while escorting your kids as they trick or treat at local businesses. Sat., Oct. 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., call 618-978-2232 for info. Downtown Collinsville, Main Street, Collinsville.
Community Days at COCA: Come in costume for an hour of creative movement with COCA dance instructor Deborah Harris; for children ages 3 to kindergarten and their parents. Sun., Oct. 31, 3 p.m., free. Center of Creative Arts, 524 Trinity, University City, 314-725-6555, www.cocastl.org.
The Crazy Razor: Haunted house; visit The Crypt Haunted House next door! Through Oct. 31, 7 p.m. The Crazy Razor, 1019 North Skinker #19, St. Louis, 314-862-3327.
Creepy Crawl Halloween: Season-appropriate live music by Thanatos Eternal, Murder Happens, Daughters of Bristol, the Coil of Sihn, and the Scared. Sun., Oct. 31, 7 p.m., $6 to $8. Creepy Crawl, 412 N. Tucker, St. Louis, 314-851-0919.
The Crypt: Haunted house; visit the Crazy Razor haunted house next door! Through Oct. 31, 7 p.m. The Crypt, 1019 North Skinker #14, St. Louis, 314-862-3327.
Doggie Day Care Growl-O-Ween Party: Drop off your little four-legged goblin for a day of costume contests, supervised games and a special doggie cake. Fri., Oct. 29, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., $22.95. Petropolis, 16830 Chesterfield Airport Rd., St. Louis, 636-537-2322.
Elijah McLean's Haunted Halloween Party: Buffet dinner, appetizers, unlimited house wine and beer, music, fortune tellers and costume contest with cash prizes. Sat., Oct. 30, 6 p.m.-midnight, $25 to $30. Elijah's 1839 Riverfront Mansion, 600 W. Front, Washington, 636-239-3463.
Fred's Halloween Bash: Live music by the Tim Lee Band, Walnut St. Gang and the Good Griefs. Sat., Oct. 30, 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Frederick's Music Lounge, 4454 Chippewa, St. Louis, 314-351-5711, www.fredericksmusiclounge.com.
Free Trick or Treating: Pick up free treat bags from the concierge and trick or treat safely from store to store at all Westfield Shoppingtowns (South County, Northwest, Mid Rivers and West County; Chesterfield has trick or treating from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 30). Sun., Oct. 31, 3-5 p.m. Westfield Shoppingtown Crestwood, Watson & Sappington, St. Louis, 314-962-2395.
Fright Fest: Six Flags transforms into a haunted scream park in October, with the 3-D Haunted House, Black Bart's Funeral, the Terror Train, and the interactive survival game "Fearanoia." Sundays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fridays, 6 p.m.-midnight. Continues through Oct. 31, free with regular admission. Six Flags, I-44 & Allenton Six Flags Rd., Eureka, 636-938-4800, www.sixflags.com.
Garlic Festival and Garlic Contest: Ward off those vampires and have a garlicky good time; bellydancers perform throughout the evening. The garlic-eating contest begins at 7 p.m.; registering in advance is recommended. Oct. 27-29, 5 p.m. Simon's Cafe, 79 Forum Center, Chesterfield, 314-469-2210.
Dale Gebhardt: Photographs by this local award-winning photojournalist of two of St. Louis' garden cemeteries, Bellefontaine and Calvary. The opening reception is Friday, September 17, from 7-10 p.m. Through Nov. 7. North Gallery, 23 N. Florissant, in Soma's Coffeehouse, Ferguson, 314-839-0634, www.northgallery.net.
Get Out of the Suburbs and Into the City II: Trick or treating for the kids from 6 to 9 p.m., pumpkin carving contest, classic scary movies at the outdoor movie theatre, fortune telling on the first floor and complimentary food on the third floor; live music by the Hothouse Sessions from 9 p.m. to midnight. Sat., Oct. 30, 6 p.m.-midnight, $10. City Museum, 701 N. 15th, St. Louis, 314-231-CITY, www.citymuseum.org.
Grant's Farm Spooktacular: Dress in your costume to enjoy moonlight tram rides through the Deer Park, live entertainment and "Creature Feature" animal shows. Fri.-Sun., 6-10 p.m. Continues through Oct. 30. Grant's Farm, 10501 Gravois, St. Louis, 314-843-1700, www.grantsfarm.com.
Great Godfrey Maze: 2.4-mile corn maze shaped like a steamboat. The maze is haunted in October! Saturdays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sundays, 1-7 p.m.; Fridays, 5-9 p.m. Continues through Oct. 31, $4-$6, www.greatgodfreymaze.com. Robert E. Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Ln. off Rte. 67, Godfrey, 618-466-1483.
Halloween at Adolfo's: Drink specials, free food and Halloween margaritas; costumes encouraged but not required. Sat., Oct. 30, 6 p.m., free. Adolfo's, 5827 South Broadway, St. Louis, (314) 457-8554.
Halloween at Binford's: Costume contest with cash prizes, food and bucket special and live music by Flash Cat. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m., free. Binford's, 3915 Midriver Mall Drive, St. Charles, 636-477-7953.
Halloween at Casa Loma Ballroom: Dance to the "ghoulish" sounds of SH-Boom and take part in the costume contest for cash prizes. Sat., Oct. 30, 8:30-midnight, $13. Casa Loma Ballroom, 3354 Iowa, St. Louis, 314-664-8000.
Halloween at Generations: Live music by Fantasy. Sat., Oct. 30. Generations, 10709 Watson, St. Louis, 636-256-8322.
Halloween at Joannie's: Official stop on the Soulard Halloween Parade and Pub Crawl; karaoke and costume contest at 8 p.m. Sun., Oct. 31, free. Joanie's Pizzeria, 2101 Menard, St. Louis, 314-865-1994.
Halloween at Li'l Nikki's: Costume contest and live music by Lost Parade. Sat., Oct. 30, $3 to $5. Lil' Nikki's Grill & Chill, 1551 S. 7th, St. Louis, 314-621-2181.
Halloween at Llywelyn's: Trick or treat specials all night with live music by Shrinking Violets. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. Llywelyn's Pub-Webster Groves, 17 W. Moody, St. Louis, 314-962-1515.
Halloween at Margarita Mama's: Costume contest with cash prizes and live music by The Dave and Greg Show. Sat., Oct. 30, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., free. Margarita Mama's, 910 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, 314-523-1305.
Halloween at Nadine's: Official stop on the Soulard Parade and Pub Crawl; costume contest and prizes. Sat., Oct. 30, free. Nadine's Gin Joint and Cafe, 1921 S. 12th, St. Louis, 314-436-3045.
Halloween at Pino's Pizza: Costume and karaoke contest with prizes for best costume and best karaoke singer. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. Pino's Pizza, 1116 Olive, St. Louis, (314) 621-1200.
Halloween at Rocket Bar: Annual party, wear a costume and have a good time. Sat., Oct. 30, 8:30 p.m. Rocket Bar, 2001 Locust, St. Louis, 314-588-0055.
Halloween at Shot Heaven: Costume party with cash prizes and karaoke. Sat., Oct. 30, 7 p.m., free. Shot Heaven, 5233 Gravois, St. Louis, 314-351-9606.
Halloween at the Trainwreck: Costume contest and live music by Paint the Earth. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. Trainwreck Saloon at Westport, 314 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, 314-434-7222.
Halloween Ball Buster: Starring the Dead Celebrities, Hail Marys, Skulls and the Spiders. Sat., Oct. 30, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., $5. Rock Island Music Club, 8658 South Broadway, St. Louis, 314-638-8647.
Halloween Bash: Costume contest with cash prizes, live music by Dionysia. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. That One Place Bar & Grill, 1005 Majestic Drive, Fenton, 636-861-1902.
Halloween Campfires Programs: Sit around a campfire to hear nice wolf stories, and howl with the wolves afterwards, Halloween-style. Call for reservations. Fri., Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m., $9. Wild Canid Survival & Research Center, I-44 & Beaumont-Antire Rd. (Exit 269), Washington University Tyson Research Ctr., Eureka, 636-938-5900, www.wolfsanctuary.org.
Halloween Celebration '04: Kid's Halloween activities in the food court all day; costume contest, hands-on Mad Scientist's Laboratory and Spooky Story Time hosted by Vic Porcelli. Sat., Oct. 30, 12-3 p.m., free, call 314-227-5900 for information. St. Louis Mills, 5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd., Hazelwood, 314-227-5321, www.stlouismills.com.
Halloween Costume Bash: Costume contest with celebrity judge Ed Brock of Johnnie Brock's Dungeons, prizes and music by Dr. Zhivegas; proceeds benefit the American Liver Foundation. Sun., Oct. 31, 6 p.m., $30, www.americanliverfoundation.org. Ameristar Casino's Bottleneck Blues Bar, St. Charles Landing, St. Charles, 636-940-4300.
Halloween Costume Party: Costume Party with dancing and cash bar to benefit the Black Rep's Education and Community Programs. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $20, call 314-534-3810 for tickets. St. Louis Black Rep's Scene Shop, 1520 Washington Ave., St. Louis.
Halloween in the Central West End: Huge adult costume contest sponsored by the Riverfront Times. Sat., Oct. 30, 8 p.m.-midnight, $20 to enter costume contest; free to spectators, 314-361-2850, www.theCWE.com. Maryland Plaza Fountain, Maryland & Kingshighway, St. Louis.
Halloween Party at Atomic Cowboy: Wear your best costume and enjoy the stylings of DJ Justin LaRoc. Sat., Oct. 30, $3. Atomic Cowboy, 7336 Manchester, St. Louis, 314-645-0608, www.atomic-cowboy.com.
Halloween Spooktacular: Kids' Halloween event with prizes and free candy for the first 200 kids to arrive in costume. Sun., Oct. 31, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., free. Pevely Flea Market, 8773 Commercial Blvd., Pevely, 636-475-3215, www.pflea.com.
Halloween Weekend at Face's: Dragula's Ball: Guests in drag get in free until 3 a.m.; cabaret show at midnight, costume contests for best and worst drag. Fri., Oct. 29, 11 p.m., $10 to enter drag contests.
Howl at the Moon: Guests in fantasy and fetish costumes get in free until 3 a.m.; six different costume contests (leather, body paint, duct tape, liquid latex, most erotic and most creative are the catetgories) with cash prizes. Sat., Oct. 30, 11 p.m., $10 to enter costume contests.
Masquerade Madness: Guests in costume get in free until 3 a.m.; four costume contests with cash prizes, and 25 percent of entry fees go to Bethany Place AIDS Hospice. Sun., Oct. 31, 11 p.m., $10 to enter contests. Face's, 132 Collinsville Ave., East St. Louis, 618-271-7410, www.facesnolimits.com.
Halloween Weekend Party: Halloween giveaways all weekend and live music by Spookie Daly Pride and Dub Kitchen (Friday, October 29); Frank Bang's Secret Stash and Earl (Saturday, October 30); Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Sunday, October 31, costumes are encouraged). Fri., Oct. 29, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., Oct. 30, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m.; Sun., Oct. 31, 3 p.m., $5 to $8. Cicero's, 6691 Delmar, St. Louis, 314-862-0009.
Haunted Hayrides: Hayrides, live entertainment, petting farm and concessions; open till midnight on Saturday, October 30. Fri., Sat., 7-10 p.m. Continues through Oct. 31, $4 to $6, call 618-233-0513 for info. Eckert's Country Store & Farms, 901 S. Greenmount, Millstadt, 618-233-0513, www.eckerts.com.
Haunted Historical Tours of St. Louis: Ghostride Tours presents these tours, all of which depart from the Arch garage at Laclede's Landing. There's a general tour, a Spirits of the Civil War tour, and a Cemetery History and Symbolism tour; wine, cheese and crackers are served. The tours are Thursday through Sunday with times in the afternoons and evenings. Dinner tours are offered Halloween weekend. Call for tickets and more info. Through Oct. 31, $40-$52, 314-849-3211, www.ghostridetours.com. Gateway Arch, St. Louis Riverfront, St. Louis, 314-655-1700.
Hedwig's Halloween Return: The East German transsexual superstar returns to St. Louis to kick up his/her heels on a mini-tour of the city.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch: Thu., Oct. 28, 10:30 p.m., free. Alternative Music Pub, 4199 Manchester Ave., St. Louis.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch: Fri., Oct. 29, 10:30 p.m., $6. Hi-Pointe, 1001 McCausland, St. Louis, 314-781-4716.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch: Sat., Oct. 30, 11:30 p.m., $5. Magee's, 4500 Clayton, St. Louis, 314-535-8061.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch: Sun., Oct. 31, 3:30 p.m., $5. Cicero's, 6691 Delmar, St. Louis, 314-862-0009. www.hedwigstl.com.
Here's Johnny's Halloween Party: Wear a costume and win a prize (costume contest begins at 11p.m.); drink specials all night and music by Special Request. Sat., Oct. 30, 7 p.m., free. Here's Johnny's Bar & Grill, 1322 Sunburst Dr., O'Fallon.
Howling at the Red Moon Party: This Halloween party features the music of Silk Pajamas, female impersonator Dieta Pepsi, a costume contest, special spirits and "contemporary Asian cuisine with a French twist." Proceeds benefit the AIDS Foundation. Fri., Oct. 29, 9 p.m.-midnight, $100-$150, 314-367-7273. Red Moon, 1500 St. Charles St., St. Louis.
Hydeware Theatre: The Woman in Black: Journey to the chill horror of Devonshire via Hydeware Theatre's terrifying production of The Woman in Black. Thur.-Sun., 8 p.m. Continues through Oct. 31, $10 to $12. Soulard Theatre, 1921 S. Ninth, St. Louis. 314-368-7306. www.hydewaretheatre.com.
The Invisible Man: The Aquila Theatre Company presents a Halloween-ready performance of H.G. Well's science-fiction classic. Fri., Oct. 29, 8 p.m.; Sat., Oct. 30, 8 p.m., $28. Edison Theatre, 6445 Forsyth, Washington University, St. Louis, 314-534-1111.
JackSons' Halloween Party: Food and drink specials all weekend, costume contest every night. Oct. 29-31. JackSons', 6655 Manchester, St. Louis, 314-645-4904.
Lemp: The Haunting History: Stephen P. Walker signs the second edition of his haunting book in one of the most haunted places in America. Wed., Oct. 27, 6-9 p.m., free. Lemp Mansion, 3322 DeMenil, St. Louis, www.lempmansion.com.
Lost Caves of St. Louis: Visit the lost and haunted caves that are detailed in Hubert and Charlotte Rother's book. Johnny Rabbit wrote the forward, and he signs copies of the spooky book's new edition. Sun., Oct. 31, 1-3 p.m., free. Lemp Brewery, 3500 Lemp Ave., St. Louis, 314-577-0405.
Lunar Eclipse: Telescopes are set up on the archery field just west of the James S. McDonnell Planetarium's parking lot in Forest Park (weather permitting). Also, eclipse images are projected onto a screen, so you can howl at the moon without a telescope! Wed., Oct. 27, 7 p.m.-midnight, 314-289-4453, www.slasonline.org. St. Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland, St. Louis, 314-289-4400, www.slsc.org.
Mineral Springs Mall: Drowning Halloween Party & Costume Contest: Sat., Oct. 30, 8-11 p.m., $50. Mineral Springs Mall, 301 E. Broadway, Alton. 618-465-6256.
Miso Scary 4: Costume contest at midnight, DJ Gary Mac all night long. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m. Miso on Meramec, 16 N. Meramec, Clayton, 314-863-7888, www.misolounge.com.
Mod Squad Halloween Bash: Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m., free, call 314-477-7262 for info. Stratford Inn, 800 S. Hwy. Dr., St. Louis, 636-343-5757.
Murder at the Mineral Spa: Wear your costumes and take part in this interactive murder mystery presented by The Entertainment Group. Fri., Oct. 29, 7 p.m., $29.95, www.entertainmnetgroup.biz. Original Springs Hotel, 506 Hanover, Okawville, 618-243-5458.
Mystery Dinner Theare: A night of mayhem and merriment, with a special harvest meal. Thu., Oct. 28, $29.95, call 618-233-0513, ext. 114 for reservations. Eckert's Country Restaurant, 951 S. Greenmount, Belleville, 618-233-0513, www.eckerts.com.
Night of 1000 Screams: Costume party with prizes; group cabanas or VIP rooms available. Sat., Oct. 30, 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Kastle, 3207 Washington, St. Louis, 314-534-1571, www.kastledance.com.
19th Annual Lemp Mansion Halloween Party: Admission includes an open bar (serving Bud Light draft, soda and MaliBOO Witch's Brew), food, a costume contest with cash prizes, and music from Sable, Blues Handle and Hush. Sat., Oct. 30, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $35-$40. Lemp Mansion Restaurant & Inn, 3322 DeMenil, St. Louis, 314-664-8024, www.lempmansion.com.
St. Louis Black Rep's Costume Shop: Custom costume designed especially for you by the Black Rep's costume and prop department; call 314-436-5491 for an appointment. Through Oct. 30, Costumes start at $50.
St. Louis Spirit Search: Hunt for ghosts at the notoriously haunted mansion; the hunts also feature psychic instructions, Lemp history and attempted spirit communications. Reservations required. See Web site, or call for times. Through Oct. 29; Sun., Oct. 31, $10-$25, 314-776-4667, www.stlspiritsearch.com. Lemp Mansion, 3322 DeMenil, St. Louis, www.lempmansion.com.
Saturday Night Dance Party: KLOU 103.3-FM hosts a costume ball with cash prizes for best costumes and host Big Al Brock. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. Casino Queen, 200 S. Front St., East St. Louis, 1-800-777-0777, www.casinoqueen.com.
Scarefest: Silo-X and the County Morgue: Two haunted houses in one: An irradiated military base loaded with zombies, and a terrifying trip to a twisted morgue. Through Oct. 31. Silo-X and the County Morgue, 1400 Old Highway 141, Fenton.
The Darkness: Voted one of the scariest haunted houses in America by Fangoria magazine! Through Oct. 31. Darkness, 1525 S. 8th St., St. Louis.
Tombstone Haunted Ghost Town: Wild-west themed haunted town. Through Oct. 31. Tombstone Haunted Ghost Town, 5901 Lindwedel, Imperial. $10 to $14. 314-631-8000. www.scarefest.com.
7th Annual Halloween Mash: $500 costume contest with live music by Brain Regiment. Sun., Oct. 31, 10 p.m. Three-1-Three, 313 E. Main, Belleville, 618-239-6885.
Soulard Halloween Parade and Pub Crawl: Halloween parade and pub crawl through Soulard; costume contest with cash prizes at Nadine's at the end of the evening. Sun., Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m., free, call 314-436-3045 for info. Seventh and Geyer, 7th and Geyer street, St. Louis.
Spooky Costumeball: A haunting evening of art, dance and music featuring Alphahouse, Big Thumb, Speedball and Flex Boogie; costumes encouraged. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m., $8 to $10. Third Degree Glass Factory, 5200 Delmar, St. Louis, 314-367-4527, www.stlglass.com.
Things That Go Bark in the Night: Put on your costume, bring your dog and embark on a scavenger hunt for the Great Pumpkin. Sun., Oct. 31, 1-5 p.m., $1 to $5. American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog, 1721 S. Mason, St. Louis, 314-821-3647.
Torquemada School of Dentistry: Witness the horror of dentistry gone wrong in the front window of Blueberry Hill! See your bad dreams made real! Sun., Oct. 31, 7-10 p.m., free. Blueberry Hill, 6504 Delmar, University City, 314-727-0880, www.blueberryhill.com.
Trick or Treat Halloween Village: Halloween events for the kids, including mask making, face painting, nature hikes, hay rides and a campfire. Sat., Oct. 30, 6:30-10 p.m., $6 to $8, call for reservations. Shaw Nature Reserve, I-44, Exit 253, Gray Summit, 636-451-3512, www.shawnature.org.
Voodoo Monster Ball: Costume contest with cash prizes, scary movie moments and live music by Trixie Delight on Friday, October 29, and Gargoyle Lounge on Saturday, October 30. Fri., Oct. 29, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., Oct. 30, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $10, call 314-770-8100. Harrah's Casino, 777 Casino Ctr. Dr., St. Louis, 314-770-8100.
Wizard Weekend!: See owls in flight, enjoy magic tricks by area wizards, partake of botanically-themed crafts and generally enjoy the spirit of the season of the witch. Sat., Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free with Garden admission. Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw, St. Louis, 314-577-9400, www.mobot.org.
Youth Spook-tacular Halloween Party: Kid-oriented Halloween events, including pumpkin decorating, crafts, games and a costume contest. Sat., Oct. 30, 2-4 p.m., $5 to $6. YWCA Carondolet, 4510 S. Kingshighway, St. Louis, 314-832-2000.
Zick's Spookodyssey: Spookhouse for the toddler and pre-school set form 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; evening hours (6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday) features live monsters, music and effects. Through Oct. 30, $3 to $5. Zick's Great Outdoors, 16498 Clayton Rd, Wildwood, 636-458-1445.
Zombies From the Beyond: Musical comedy celebrating Cold War-era America, science fiction movies, the space race, and (of course) zombies; audience costumes are encouraged. Fri., Sat., 8 p.m.; Sundays, 4 p.m. Continues through Oct. 31, $8 to $10, call 618-233-0431 for reservations. Broadway Center of Arts, 124-126-128 E. Main, Belleville, 618-233-0431, www.broadwaycenterofarts.com.
