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Need ideas for things to do this weekend? How about Halloween events at the pool, car wash, mini golf, shooting range, trunk-or-treat, around town, in the woods, at a historic building, and more? The weekend also includes a craft festival, theater, poetry workshops, and a farmers market. There’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out!
pumpkin splash
Find your favorite pumpkin in the Freedom Center pool patch! Registration required. Friday, Oct. 27, 5-8 p.m. | Freedom Aquatics & Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas
Tunnel of TerrorĀ® at Tommy’s Express Car Wash
For the cost of one car wash, your car will be clean, shiny, and dry while going through the Tunnel of TerrorĀ®. The car wash tunnel turns into a haunted wash full of ghosts and ghouls. If you’re brave enough to experience some pretty creepy horror, come on in! Masked employees hide in dark corners of washrooms lit with strobe lighting and special effects. You never know what’s going to jump out at your car once you get inside. $25 per car. Friday, Oct. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 28, 6-10 p.m. | Tommy’s Express Car Wash, 9850 Liberia Avenue, Manassas
Family-friendly Halloween event
Bull Run Mountain Conservancy hosts its annual Halloween Safari at Leopold Conservancy. One of the biggest events of the year, this is a fear-free night hike through the preserve. Volunteers along the trail will dress up as animals and perform fun, interactive skits to help participants learn more about nature. After your hike, enjoy a bonfire and live music in the parking lot. This event is family-friendly and costumes are encouraged. Participants are encouraged to bring a flashlight and comfortable walking shoes. Pre-registration is required and the cost is $10 per person. Please pre-register here.The hike has a set entry time between 7 and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m. | Leopold Preserve, 16290 Throughfare Road, Broad Run
ARTfactory Rooftop Productions Presents Musical “Kinky Boots”
Kinky boots are This heartwarming musical extravaganza won six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, and London’s Olivier Award for Best Musical. Charlie Price reluctantly takes over his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. He is trying to fulfill his father’s wishes and save his family business. Friday, October 27th, 7pm. Saturday, October 28th, 7pm’ Sunday, October 29th, 2pm | Hilton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas
Old Town Manassas Holiday Craft & Treat Fair
It’s a day filled with crafts, candy, and treats for the whole family, including a kids costume parade and a pet Halloween parade. Start your holiday shopping early and check out all the arts and crafts stores. Saturday, October 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Manassas Museum Lawn, 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas
haunted event
Have a āspookyā time with trick-or-treating, games and more for all ages. Gather your family and friends and make fun memories! Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to noon | Historic Downtown Manassas
spooky shoot
Trained instructors will teach adults and children techniques and tactics for nailing targets and pumpkins. Please come in costume if it does not interfere with safe photography. Score with your family to win family awards. Also includes yard darts and cornhole. All amenities provided. Click here for tickets. Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to noon | Silver Lake Park, 16198 Silver Lake Road, Haymarket
haunted mini golf
Be careful of the terrible weather! This family-friendly event is for ghouls of all ages. Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Locust Shade Park, 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle
Occoquan spirits and spirits
Check out the spooky Haunted Maze and Spirit Garden! If you want more fun on All Hallows’ Eve, there’s a costume parade and contest. And new this year is River Mill Park’s Old Hollywood Murder Mystery. Occoquan can really get into the essence of things. Learn more about. Friday, October 27th and Saturday, October 28th | Historic Occoquan
trunk or treat event
Trunk-or-treat events provide a safe place to dress up and trick-or-treat in the parking lot. Costumes encouraged!
- Potomac Place: 2133 Montgomery Avenue, Woodbridge, Saturday, October 28th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Manassas Park Community Center: 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, Saturday, October 28th, 2-4 p.m.
- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church15695 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, Saturday, Oct. 28, 4-6 p.m.
- Grace United Methodist Church9750 Wellington Road, Manassas, Sunday, Oct. 29, 5-6 p.m.
Spirit of Brentsville Haunted History Tour
In 1822, the small town of Brentsville was established as the county seat, and for more than 200 years was the site of trials, wars, murder, depression, and mischief. Participants will walk through the scariest moments in history, complete with ghost stories and surprises. Tickets can be purchased here ($15 per person) (advance purchase recommended as space is limited). Saturday, October 28th, 7-9pm | Brentsville Courthouse History Center, 12229 Bristow Road, Bristow
Access your inner magic: Learn how to create accessible poetry for publication
Looking to add depth and breadth to your poetry while making it more accessible? Join award-winning poet and author Katherine M. Gotthardt, MD. This 90 minute hands-on workshop. Examine publisher-accepted and judge-approved poems and learn different approaches designed to create more meaningful poetry. Register here by October 25th. Sunday, October 29th, 12:30-2pm | Haymarket Museum, 15025 Washington Street, Haymarket
farmers market
A variety of farmers markets are held every weekend, from two Thursday markets to a long-standing Sunday market.
- Historic Downtown Manassas: Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center Street, Manassas.
- Prince William Farmers Market: Thursday, 3pm to 7pm, Pfitzner Stadium, 7 County Complex Court, Woodbridge.
- Historic Downtown Manassas: Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Prince William Street Commuter Route, 9024 Prince William Street, Manassas.
- Dale City Farmers Market, Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. | 14090 Gemini Way, Dale City
- Haymarket Sunday Farmers Market, 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, 9am to 1pm | 15000 Washington Street, Haymarket
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