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Free Halloween Events for October 31

October 30th, 2008

Updated: See comments for  updates.

Excited that Halloween is on a Friday this year? Me too. So much so that rather than waiting until Friday (when I would normally publish the list of free weekend events), I decided to publish a list of free Halloween events right now.

If you know of any other free fun happening on Halloween (kid-friendly or adult-only), please share by writing a comment.

Free events for the rest of the weekend will be posted on Friday.

Be safe and have fun out there!

Halloween events for October 31:

• Davis Graveyard in Milwaukie: For 10 years, Jeff and Chris Davis have transformed their property into an award-winning spooksville. The house is on the corner of Johnson Creek Boulevard and SE 43rd, and is open daily for viewing. On Halloween, lights and special effects will be on from dusk until 11:00 pm, and the street will be closed to vehicles. For more information, visit the Davis Graveyard website.

• Halloween at Kennedy School: Bring your kids-in-costume and wander the halls for treats. After trick-or-treating, check out two free performances of H.G. Wells’ “The Island of Dr. Moreau.” Trick-or-treating runs from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm, and the performances will begin at 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

• Wieden + Kennedy Halloween Party: Every year W+K opens its doors to the public and creates a spooky playland for the kids to explore. Dressing up is not mandatory, but it is encouraged. 224 NW 13th Ave, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the W+K blog or the W+K website.

• 4th Annual Howl-o-ween: Neighborhood Notes invites families to celebrate Howl-o-ween at Isobel’s Clubhouse (300 block of NW 10th Ave) from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Some of the clubhouse’s neighbors will be passing out treats, and each family will receive a complimentary digital photo of their ghoul or goblin courtesy of Kenneth Aaron Photography. For more information, visit the Neighborhood Notes website.

• Trick-or-Treating at Pix: Both Pix Patisserie locations will be giving away free macaroons and chocolates to anyone (of any age) who stops by in costume. For more information, visit the Pix website.

• Mexican Sugar Skull Celebration: In honor of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), decorate Mexican Sugar Skulls at SpielWerk Toy Store (7956 SE 13th) from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. More information can be found at DIY Alert.

• Halloween in the Sumner Neighborhood: Neighbors, parents, grandparents, guardians and of course all young goblins are invited to put on their favorite costumes and enjoy a night of games and treats. Helensview High School (87th & NE Sumner) from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. More information can be found on Neighborhood Notes.

• Not So Spooky Storytelling at Woodstock Library: Families are invited to hear some not-so-scary stories. And, if you’d like, wear a costume and participate in a parade. 6008 SE 49th Ave, 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

• Halloween at Music Millennium: Party includes a performance by Eagles of Death Metal, a costume contest, and treats. 3158 E. Burnside, 6:00 pm. Thanks to PDX Pipeline for the heads up.

• Adult costume party at Airplay Cafe: The party includes live music by Gavin Wahl-Stevens, James Sasser and Quinn Allan. Drink specials when you come in costume. 701 E. Burnside St, 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

• Harvest Festival in Lents: The Harvest Festival is fun, free and open to everyone. Come enjoy food, crafts and games. Free books and clothing closet. Pilgrim Lutheran Church (4244 SE 91st Ave), 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. For more info, call Jean @ 503.774.2497 or 503.777.3541.

• Halloween Movie Night at Architectural Heritage Center: AHC (701 SE Grand) will host a showing of “The Haunting” at 7:00 pm. Treats will be provided. Please register in advance: 503.231.7264 or info@visitahc.org. For more information, visit Neighborhood Notes.

• Safe Trick-or-Treating in Gresham: From 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, trick-or-treaters are invited to Main Avenue in Historic Downtown Gresham where merchants will be handing out candy and other treats. For the event, Main Street will be closed to vehicles. For more information, visit the Gresham website.

• Harvest Fest in Lake Oswego: Dress up the kids and head over to Millennium Plaza Park from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm for trick-or-treating, crafts, games and a puppet show. You can also bring your favorite pumpkin dish to be judged by Gert Boyle, Chairman of Columbia Sportswear. Transition Projects will be accepting donations of coats and blankets. For more information, visit the Lake Oswego website.

• Safe Trick-or-Treating in West Linn: At Cascade Summit Shopping Center (22500 Salamo Road), participating businesses will hand out treats to costumed visitors from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the West Linn website.

• Halloween Costume Party at Cornelius Pass Roadhouse: All ages are invited to enjoy live music by Jon Koonce & One More Mile, food and drink specials, spooky holiday fun and more. And sure, you can dress in costume. 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

• For more events, both free and not free, check out:

  • PDX Pipeline
  • Neighborhood Notes
  • Around the Sun’s sidebar

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• January 4, 2009 -- 1/8–1/29: 21 Days of Free Yoga Classes
• January 1, 2009 -- Free Events This Weekend in Portland: Jan 2–4
• December 30, 2008 -- Peacock Lane Photos, Last Day to See Lights Is New Year’s Eve

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