1. Evil Dead:The Musical

When: Now through Oct. 30, Thursday – Saturday
Where: Stray Dog Theatre at Tower Grove Abbey,
2336 Tennessee Ave.
Cost: $18
Website:straydogtheatre.org

“Evil Dead: the Musical” is about as ridiculous as it sounds.  This hilarious show spoofs the 80s cult classic “Evil Dead” films. Saint Louis University’s own Gregory Cuellar stars in the musical. “You’ve never experienced a live performance quite like this. We use 15 gallons of [fake] blood per performance, and about seven is dedicated to the splatter zone,” Cueller said.  “If you liked Lady GaGa’s 2009 VMA Performance, you will love ‘Evil Dead: the Musical’.” Those with a strong stomach  may want to sit in “The Splatter Zone.” Tickets for this seating costs $35, but those brave enough to sit here will recieve a free t-shirt.

2. The Lemp Mansion

When: Haunted tours are every Monday; Edgar Allen Poe readings are every Thursday in Oct. and
Pumpkin Carving on Oct. 24
Where: 3322 DeMenil Place
Cost: $10-20
Website:lempmansion.com

The Lemp Mansion is often said to be one of the most haunted places in St. Louis.  “We are the original Haunted House,” manager Mark Halim said.  Naturally, haunted tours are given on Monday evenings by paranormal investigator and historian, Betsy Belanger. She has been on The Travel Channel,
National Geographic Television and The Discovery Channel. In addition to haunted tours, the Lemp Mansion hosts Edgar Allen Poe readings on Wednesday nights by Anne Louis Williams and pumpkin carving contests.

3. Ghost Hunter Ross Allison
When: Oct. 29 & 30 at 9 p.m.
Where: Oct. 29 at the Grandel Theatre at 3610 Grandel Sq.
Oct. 30 at Dubourg Hall
Cost: free

Billikens After Dark and Saint Louis University Paranormal Investigators will give students a chance to hunt ghosts. As part of OkSoberfest Week, professional Ghost Hunter Ross Allison will give a presentation on the paranormal and join attendees on a ghost hunt.  “The ghost hunt is hands-on, so you will be recording Electronic Voice Phenomenon and Electromagnetic Fields while exploring St. Louis’s Grandel Theatre,” Gretchen Weber, President of Paranormal Investigators  said.  Those wishing to attend should meet at DuBourg 157 on Friday and Sinquefield Stateroom on Saturday.

4. M0nster Mash Art Bash

When: Oct. 29
Where: Koken Art Factory, 2500 Ohio Ave.
Cost: $5
Website:kokenartfactory.com

Come view a variety of art made in all mediums by over 80 artists. Live music includes The Feed and the Upright Animals from St. Louis.  There will also be Hoop dance by the STL Hoop Club, a tarot card reader and a costume contest (for a cash prize.) “Not only is there going to be fantastic local artwork, but local bands as well. You’ll get to see artwork live music and two Hoop performances.” Assistant Coordinator Brandy Misuraca said.  “There is going to be a lot of crazy art.”  This event is intended for those over 18. Start your Halloween weekend off with a spooky, but cultural, event.

5. Hitchcock’s Psycho

When: Oct. 29-30
Where: Powell Symphony Hall at 718 N. Grand Blvd.
Cost: $10-15
Website: stlsymphony.org

It’s just a short walk to enjoy the one of the most classic Halloween films. Hitchcock’s “Psycho” will be playing at the Powell Symphony Hall with live orchestra accompaniment. “I don’t know how many SLU students have seen ‘Psycho,’ but it stands out as one of the greatest thriller movies. But what really takes it over the top is the big screen and the St. Louis Symphony actually playing the famous score,”  Eddie Silva, Publications Manager said. Costumes are encouraged. The Symphony invites people to come dressed as their favorite Alfred Hitchcock character and to enter to win a prize pack.

6. Halloween Hootenany

When: Oct. 30
Where: Off Broadway at 3509 Lemp Ave.
Cost:  $10 with costume for 21+, $13 with costume for 20 and under, $12 without costume for 21+, $15 without costume for 20 and under
Website: offbroadwaystl.com

Costumes are encouraged at the 6th annual Halloween Hootenanny.   The show will be held at Off Broadway and will feature the indie and rockabilly music of Strawfoot, The Monads and Kentucky Knife Fight.  It just so happens to be Strawfoot’s final show for a while and The Monads final show ever.  “You get $2 off if you wear a costume,” Steve Pohlaman, co-owner of Off Broadway said. “It’s sure to be a good time!”

7.Rocky Horror Picture Show

When: Oct 22-23, Oct 29-30 and Nov 5-6
Where: The Tivoli Theatre at 6350 Delmar Blvd St Louis
Cost: $10
Website: landmarktheatres.com

This delightful horror film spoof is one of the longest running midnight movies of all time. With live performers and encouraged audience participation, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” is a quirky Halloween tradition.  “Everyone dresses up in crazy costumes, some in lingerie, some like the characters,” SLU senior Kathryn McCulley said.  “It’s always a ridiculously eccentric experience. I’ll be going this year for the fourth year in a row!”

8. Zombie Walk

When: Oct. 30
Where: Leland Ave. and Delmar Blvd. in the Loop
Cost: Free

Zombies are everywhere.  We saw them in Chicago last Spring, and now the Zombie Walk is back- but this time right off campus.  You don’t have to be a competitive runner to participate in this walk.  In fact, the slower the better! This Saturday, take part in a truly unique experience as “zombies” trudge down the “Walk of Stars.”  This fundraiser will donate all proceeds to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of American, as well as turn heads at the Delmar Loop.  In the spirit of Halloween, come sporting full zombie make-up and costume, and be sure to bring a camera!  “Zombies” should meet at 6 pm in the parking lot behind Starbucks, near the intersection of Leland Ave. and Delmar Blvd.

9.Boo at the zoo

When: Oct. 22-30
Where: The St. Louis Zoo in Forest Park
Cost:  $4 for members, $5 for non-members
Website: stlzoo.org

Experience the St. Louis Zoo in a whole new light at Boo at the Zoo!  In addition to saying hello to your favorite animals, Boo at the Zoo offers Fireside stories, Night Hikes and dramatically decorated grounds.  You will get to see the animals that only come out in the dark, as well as all of the graveyards and skeletons the zoo has set up!  “Although parts of this event are intended for kids, it’s actually a lot of fun. I liked seeing the zoo at night and all of the kids in their Halloween costumes!” senior, Emily Frankoski said.  Boo at the Zoo is sure to bring about a good time and a sense of nostalgia.

10. The Darkness

When: Sunday-Thursday: 7:30-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday Oct. 22-23, 29-30: 6 p.m.- 12:30 a.m.
Oct. 31: 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Nov. 5-6: 8 p.m.-12 a.m.
Where: 1525 South 8th S.
Cost: $20, but group rates are cheaper
Website: scarefest.com

Rated one of the most terrifying haunted house in the country, the Darkness is sure to get your adrenaline pumping.  Because it is renovated every year, the Darkness is still a shock for those who have experienced it before.  “SLU students who are fans of scary movies will be thrilled with the all-new scenes at The Darkness, especially the falling barrel wall.  It’s like being surrounded by and walking through a horror film,” Larry Kirchner, owner and chief designer for Halloween Productions, said.