Celebrate Halloween early with these five spooky events
Although Halloween isn't until the end of the month, the Blue Water Area community has ways to celebrate all month long.
In addition to crisp fall weather, there are haunted houses, a showing of a cult favorite movie and Oktoberfest; every event is bound to bring fun. Here are six local events to celebrate October.
River Rec Teen Zone Haunted Hospital
Located at 300 Broadway St. in Marine City, the River Rec Teen Zone is hosting its second haunted house. Admission is $10 and goes to support the Rec Center’s programs. This year's theme is haunted hospital.
The haunted hospital is open from 8 to 10 p.m. every weekend leading up to Halloween. Six scare zones were created for the haunt, including a mad scientist’s lab.
Participants will be rewarded for their bravery with popcorn, provided by the River Rec Teen Zone. Additionally, there will be a selfie station at the end of the haunted hospital.
Haunted Village Adult’s Only Party
The Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum is hosting its first adults only Halloween party from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14.
People will be able to enjoy bonfires, refreshments and the crisp October air at the outdoor party. In case of inclement weather, the party will be moved to a tent.
Costumes are optional, but highly encouraged. The museum will provide alcoholic beverages at a cash bar.
Tickets are $10 and are available through eventbrite.com. Additionally, people can call the museum at 810-622-9946 to buy tickets.
Creepy Baby Doll Contest
Forget about frightening movie characters Annabelle and Chucky; these baby dolls are sure to give you the creeps. The Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum is conducting its second creepy baby doll contest at the historic train depot on the museum grounds.
The dolls were provided by members of St. Clair and Sanilac counties. Nearly 80 dolls are entered into the contest. Vote on your favorite creepy doll by placing money inside a jar in front of the doll. The three dolls with the most money receive first-, second- and third-place ribbons.
The money collected goes to support the Sanilac County Historic Village and Musuem.
Oktoberfest
McMorran Place will host Oktoberfest from 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15. The event is free, but people are encouraged to bring money for food and drinks. German food will be provided by No Forks Given.
Competitive events will take place at Oktoberfest, including a keg race, yodeling and more. Children-centered events, such as facepainting, will be taking place as well.
Live performances start at 4 p.m.
'Rocky Horror Picture Show'
Let's do the "Time Warp" again at McMorran Place for three showings of the cult-classic "Rocky Horror Picture Show."
Show times are 8 p.m. Oct. 21 and 8 p.m. and midnight Oct. 22. Tickets are $20, $25 or $30, depending on the seat.
Dressing up is highly encouraged.
For more spooky events, visit bluewater.org.
Contact McKenna Golat at mgolat@gannett.com or 810-292-0122.
This article originally appeared on Port Huron Times Herald: Five events to celebrate the month of October.
