'Dracula vs. The Mummy' at the Off-Broadway Theatre
In OBT's production of Dracula vs. The Mummy the fanged count battles another undead monster who is all wrapped up in his goal of capturing the people of Salt Lake City.
Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 26-Nov. 1, 2014, 7:30 p.m.
272 S. Main St.
801-355-4628
Tickets $10-$16More »
"Thriller" by Odyssey Dance Theatre
One of the most popular dance events of the year in Utah, ODT's Halloween show lives up to its name with monsters, madmen and mayhem along with incredible dance and a few laughs. Performances at Kingsbury Hall in Salt Lake City, the Egyptian Theatre in Park City, the Val Browning Center for the Arts in Ogden, the Covey Center for the Arts in Provo, Kent Concert Hall in Logan, and Tuacahn Amphitheater in St. George.
Creep Factor: Somewhat scary; suitable for children 10 and older. Children younger than six not permitted.
Sept. 26-Nov. 1, 2014, showtimes vary by venue
Tickets $25-$45
See website for discount offers, performance times and location detailsMore »
Witch Fest at Gardner Village
Historic Gardner Village in West Jordan gets bewitched for Halloween with dozens of creative life-size witches and fun activities including Breakfast With a Witch, Wee Witches Playground, Witches Brew Ha! Ha! 5k Fun Run/Walk, Witches Night Out, and Wee Witches Weekend. There's also a petting zoo and pony rides. Check the Gardner Village event calendar for details and prices. Most activities take place on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, although some are held all week.
Creep Factor: Mild, though the life-size witches are scary for sensitive children.
Gardner Village
1100 E. 7800 S., West Jordan
801-566-8903
Displays and events October 1, 2014 through Halloween
Special October hours 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thur., 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Closed Sundays. Closes 5 p.m. Oct. 31.More »
Cornbelly's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Fest
Not just a corn maze, Cornbelly's includes a pumpkin patch, playground, farm-themed kiddie rides, Pumpkin Princess Playland, Insanity Point haunted maze, story times, pig races, contests and more.
Creep Factor: Mild, or Moderate with the haunted sections.
3003 North Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Exit 284 from I-15
Oct. 3-Nov. 1, 2014, except Sundays
Mon.-Thur. 4-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-11 p.m.,
$9.95 - $34.95
Enter discount code BELLY to save $.50 per ticket when purchasing online.More »
Salt Lake and Ogden Ghost Tours
Guided by a professional storyteller, guests travel by bus to the great "haunts" of Salt Lake City or Ogden and learn about the ghosts who dwell in historic buildings and cemeteries. Bus tours, cemetery tours, and walking tours are available.
Creep Factor: Moderate
Fridays and Saturdays in October, plus selected other dates including Oct. 31
Starting times vary; tours last 1 1/2-2 hours.
Salt Lake City tours begin behind the Rio Grande Building at 300 S. 500 W.
Ogden tours meet at Union Station parking lot
Tickets $13-$18
Advance reservations recommended - buy tickets online or call 801-529-4497.More »
Heber Valley Railroad Pumpkin Festival
Special activities, entertainment, pumpkin treats, pumpkin decorating, and a beautifully scenic evening train ride. Everyone gets a pumpkin to take home.
October 9-11,16-18, 23-25, 27-30, 2014
Trains depart at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Creep Factor: None
Ages 4 and up $15, 2 and under $3
450 S. 600 W. Heber City, UT
435-654-5601More »
Community Halloween Parties
Check out these hometown Halloween events around the Salt Lake valley:
Creep Factor: Mild
- Midvale Halloween Carnival at Copperview Rec Center: Friday, Oct. 24, 6-8 p.m., 8446 South Harrison Street (300 West), 385-468-1515
- Herriman City Pumpkin Festival:Saturday, Oct. 11, 5-7 p.m., Butterfield Park, 6212 W. Butterfield Park Way (14200 S.), 801-446-5323
- Draper Haunted Hollow:Monday, Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m.Smith Field's Park, 200 East 13450 South
- Cottonwood Heights Monster Mash on Ice:Monday, Oct. 24, time and place TBA
- South Salt Lake Halloween Spooktacular: Friday, Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m. Columbus Center, 2531 S. 400 E., 801-483-6076
- Riverton Halloween Bash and Kids Carnival:Monday, Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m., 12830 S. Redwood Rd., 801-254-0704
- West Valley City Bewitching Breakfast, Halloween Safety Fair, and Nightmare Alley:Oct. 25-Oct. 28, times and locations vary based on event.
Haunted Village at This is the Place Heritage Park
Haunted houses, shadowy streets, headless horsemen and assorted spooks lend This is the Place Heritage Park a decidedly creepy air in the evenings during the month of October. For the little ones, there's also a daytime event, Little Haunts, where kids can wear their costume to the park and enjoy pony rides, train rides, crafts and more.
Creep Factor: Moderate for Haunted Village, Mild for Little Haunts
Haunted Village
Wednesday-Saturday Oct. 11-31, 7:30-11 p.m.
$20 per person
Little Haunts
Oct. 16, 17, 18, and 25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$11 for adults, $8 for children 3-11 and seniorsMore »
Garden After Dark
All your favorite fairy tale characters have come to Red Butte Garden to celebrate Halloween, but they actually have a lot to teach us about the natural world we live in every day. With crafts, activities, light displays and more, Garden After Dark is an event you definitely don’t want to miss.
Creep Factor: Mild
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, October 16, 17, 18, & 23, 24, 25, 6-9 p.m.
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara Way
(801) 585-0556
Tickets: $6 for members, $12 for the general publicMore »
Halloween Hoot at Tracy Aviary
All ghosts, vampires, witches and ghouls are welcome to this annual event at Tracy Aviary. Wear your costume and celebrate the fall season by enjoying the straw maze, mystery tour, crafts, treats and special bird encounters. Visitors in costume will receive a 50% discount off of adult or children’s admission.
Creep Factor: Mild
Oct. 18, 25, and 31, 2014, Halloween activities 1-3 p.m.
589 E. 1300 S.
801-596-8500
Regular admission: $7 per adult, $6 per student/senior, $5 per child, children 2 and under are free.More »