Top Halloween Events and Haunted Places in Maine

Maine, the birth state of horror writer Stephen King, is no stranger to scary and spooky Halloween events. Enjoy these unique Halloween events, from organ-accompanied silent film viewings to a haunted fort.

Fright at the Fort VIII

Travel through the dark passages and watch for scary shadows. Get scared on Friday and Saturday nights this October between 5:30pm and 9pm. Admission is a mere $5 per person. The fright occurs at Fort Knox State Historic Site, located on Route 174 in Prospect, Maine. For more information call 207-469-6553.

Friday, October 26, 2007

Costume Contest & Silent Film: October 26, 2007

Wear your best costume and attend a screening of the 1920's film The Mark of Zorro. Organist Tom Trenney will play the Kotzschmar Organ, to accompany the silent film.

The costume contest begins at 6:30pm and is an all-ages event. The film starts at 7:3pm. The event is $12 and under 21 are free. The Costume Contest & Silent Film event takes place at Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland, Maine. For more information call 207-883-4234.

Saturday, October 27, 2007

Dracula: October 27, 2007

Listen to a live, staged reading of Dracula at the Freeport Community Players, The event begins at 8pm. The Freeport Community Center is located at 53 Depot Street in Freeport ME 04032. For more information, call 207.865.2220.

Silent Vampire Classic Nosferatu with The Devil Music Ensemble: October 27, 2007

Enjoy a screening of the classic vampire film, Nosferatu with live music played by The Devil Music Ensemble. The show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $13.

Strand Theatre, 345 Main Street, Rockland, Maine 04841. For more information call 207-594-0070.

Trick or Treat on Our Street: October 27, 2007
*FREE*

Kids will find safe Halloween trick-or-treating at The Kittery Outlets located at 306 State Road in Kittery, Maine. This free event runs from 2pm until 6pm.

Sunday, October 28, 2007

Old-Fashioned Halloween Party for Children: October 28, 2007

The City of Portland hosts the Old-Fashioned Halloween Party for Children from 11am until 2pm. The Old-Fashioned Halloween Party for Children includes holiday games, magic shows, holiday crafts, storytelling and music. An adult must accompany all children. The event is held rain or shine, and is free.

The Old-Fashioned Halloween Party for Children is held at the Riverton Community Center, located at 1600 Forest Avenue in Portland, Maine.

The Halloween Party for Children takes places on Sunday, October 28 2007 from 11am until 2pm.

Halloween Parade: October 31 2007

The annual Halloween Parade starts at 6:30pm at Reiche School at 6:20pm in Portland, Maine.

Ongoing through October

Haunted Hayrides Maine

Get spooked with Acres of Horrors, Ghouls and Goblins, Creatures of the Night, and Laughs, Thrills & Chills. Admission includes Deadly Donuts and Spider Cider. The cost is $13 for adults and $9 for children six to 12.
Haunted Hayrides Maine neighbors Scarborough Downs in Scarborough, Maine. For more information or reservations call 207-885-5935.

Sources:

Brett's, ME, http://bettsbooks.com
City of Portland, ME, http://www.portlandmaine.com
Fort Knox Maine, fortknox.maineguide.com
Fort Knox Fright, http://fortknox.maineguide.com/fright/
Freeport Community Players, http://www.fcponline.org
Haunted Hayrides Maine, http://www.hauntedhayridesmaine.com
Kittery Outlets, www.thekitteryoutlets.com
Rockland Strand, www.rocklandstrand.com