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DAY OF THE DEAD ALTARS
through Nov. 12
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., $6 for public, free with U of L ID
Join the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft and the U of L Latin American and Latino Studies Program in celebrating the Dia de los Muertos “Day of the Dead” holiday. A tradition that began in Mexico, this holiday celebrates the memory of loved ones that have passed away. KMAC will have altars on display, dedicated to the victims of the Haitian and Chilean earthquake, as well as an altar to honor Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.
-Elijah McKenzie
BLOW YOUR OWN GLASS PUMPKIN
through Oct. 30
Saturdays 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., $50
Flame Run Gallery, one of Louisville’s original art houses, invites Louisvillians to come and blow their own glass pumpkins. Artist Jake Pfeifer is currently taking appointments on Saturdays between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Fifty dollars will not only buy face time with the artist. Participants will also get to take home the pumpkin they’ve blown. Give Flame Run a call at (502)584-5353 to schedule an appointment.
-Chris Johnson
‘SWEENEY TODD’
through Oct. 31
Friday – Sunday, $16 in advance, $18 at door
The Alley Theater presents the musical thriller “Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” Looking for a good scare? Join London barber Sweeney Todd as he goes on a murderous rampage. When Mrs. Lovett, the pie maker who owns the shop below his, finds a peculiar way to dispose of the bodies, it’s a recipe for terrifying Halloween fun. The curtain goes up every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets for students are $16 in advance or $18 at the door.
-Baylee Pulliam
-Chris O’Grady
LOUISVILLE GHOST TOURS
through Nov. 13
8 p.m., $15
Venture out into the haunted streets and alleys of downtown Louisville for a 90-minute tour of the supernatural landmarks the city has to offer. The half-mile tour is led by a guide dressed in the historically appropriate attire, bearing a lantern. Tours begin at 8 p.m. every night and are $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 7-11, and free for kids 6 and under. The location varies every night, so call (502) 339-5445 for details.
-Aaron Williams
HAYRIDE
Oct. 22
5:30 – 11:30 p.m., free
Join the Baptist Campus Ministry for its annual hayride and bonfire. Students will meet at the BCM building on the Belknap Campus and then carpool to a nearby farm for the fall festivities. Hotdogs and s’mores will be provided. Come prepared to be outside for most of the evening and don’t forget to dress for the weather. For more information, or to see photos of past hayrides, visit uoflbcm.com.
-Hannah Hundley
DANGER RUN
through Oct. 30
times vary, $15.95
Danger Run is a haunted house game to be played with friends in a car. Participants start at any of the starting locations – check dangerrun.com – and follow a series of rhymed clues to find two new haunted houses. Those that can successfully navigate through all the clues will also receive prizes. The game takes roughly three hours to play and closes at 2 a.m., though players can stop at any time. Cost is $15.95 per person and includes $10 worth of gas and food from Dairy Queen. The game is open through Oct. 30.
-Chris O’Grady
