Plucky stars
Brewery Arts Center presents an evening of eclectic harp and guitar music performed by Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris Newman. Hailing from Ireland and England, respectively, the award-winning harpist and the renowned flat-picking guitarist deftly blend traditional Irish music, hot jazz, bluegrass and baroque in their lively performances, which music critics from Australia to the United States have praised as “dazzling,” “riveting” and “innovative.” The celebrated duo will perform at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, in the Grand Ballroom at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St. Tickets are $20 in advance, and $25 at the door. Visit breweryarts.org.
It’ll be a hoop
Take your little ghosts and goblins out for an evening of Halloween-themed fun and frights at Urban Roots’ sixth annual Haunted Hoop. Enjoy some hot cocoa, and participate in activities such as constructing broomsticks from natural materials, making a snake to wear on your arm, or designing a fabric ghost. Then, wander through the spooky cookie cave, or venture into the haunted hoop house that offers two levels of scares—gentle “boos” for more easily frightened tots and a scarier option for those kids ready for extra thrills. The event is open from 6 to 9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 22-24, at Urban Roots, 1700 E. Second St. Tickets are $5.50 for kiddos under age 5, and $12.50 for everyone else. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Admission is $12.50 for ages 5 and older and $5.50 for children younger than 5. Register and purchase tickets at www.urbanrootsnv.org or www.facebook.com/urbanrootsnv/events.
Oh, bee-hive
Drop by the Haunted Hive for an afternoon of fun, games and Halloween-themed activities. Wear a costume; receive a free pumpkin (while supplies last); and grab some candy and a goody bag after visiting. The free, family-friendly event is open daily from 4 to 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 23, through Saturday, Oct. 31, in the dome-shaped recreational building at Lazy 5 Regional Park, 7100 Pyramid Way, Sparks. See www.washoecounty.gov/parks/calendar.php or www.facebook.com/Lazy5RegionalPark.
What’s in the trunk?
Nevada State Museum will hold its annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Block Party featuring costumed volunteers in decorated vehicles passing out candy to trick-or-treaters along North Curry Street between Robinson and Washington streets. Participants can also enjoy a “Spooky Critters” Curator’s Corner set in the Dema Guinn Concourse, and interactive STEM activities inside the museum. Other parts of the museum will be open free of charge, including the ghost town and underground mine exhibits. The festivities run from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 23, inside and outside the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St., Carson City. Visit www.carsonnvmuseum.org.
Supernatural stroll
Discover the magic of Carson City’s historic district at the 33rd annual Carson City Ghost Walk. Ghostly and witty local guides, aka “spirit wranglers,” will lead this daytime walking tour through the downtown district’s west side historical homes and businesses, highlighting the tales and legends of the Wild West town. Hear about lingering spirits from past centuries, paranormal stories and gossip from the past. Tours depart every half hour between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24, from McFadden Plaza, at Third and Curry streets, adjacent to The Fox Brewery and Pub/St. Charles Hotel. These scheduled tours leave rain or shine, so dress for the weather and for the walk, or come in costume if you’d like. Online tickets are $25 until Oct. 23. Tickets will be available onsite for $30, cash only. Check carsoncityghostwalk.com or www.facebook.com/CarsonCityGhostWalk.
Sweet deal
Kiddos in costume will get plenty of treats as they creep through the galleries of The Discovery during the 15th annual Halloween Trick or Treat. The fun takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, 490 S. Center St. Doors open at 10 a.m. for museum members, followed by general admission at noon. Tickets are $4 for members and $5 for non-members. Costumes with masks or weapons aren’t allowed, and attendees must bring their own treat bag. Go to nvdm.org/event/15th-annual-halloween-trick-or-treat.
In for a treat
Human children aren’t the only critters that like Halloween treats—watch how excited the animal residents of Animal Ark get when they gorge on treat-filled gourds at the annual Harvest Festival. The nonprofit wildlife sanctuary invites everybody to join in some Halloween amusement with trick-or-treating around the park, costume parades and fall-themed games, crafts and activities for the whole family, as well as opportunities to observe the animals as they dig into their pumpkins. Food trucks will also be on site to appease any grumbly tummies. The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24-25, at Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary, 1265 Deerlodge Road, 25 miles north of downtown Reno. Tickets are $23 for adults, $21 for seniors and $17 for kids under age 12. No RSVP is required for entry. Go to www.animalark.org or www.facebook.com/AnimalArk.Nevada for more information
Have a ball
You’re cordially invited to attend the All Hallows’ Eve Victorian Ball at the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum. Dress up in Victorian finery or creative spooky disguises for an evening of fun and frivolity, including dancing, refreshments, a costume contest, tarot readings, a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction featuring unique items and experiences. Attendees can also explore the museum after dark (and perhaps encounter a ghost along the way) at this fundraising event for the national historic landmark, which was built in 1876. The soirée begins at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St., Virginia City. Tickets to the 21-and-older event are $50 for general admission and $45 for museum members. Visit fourthwardschool.org.
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