Plan Your Halloween Weekend Fun
Don't forget the Kid's Halloween Bingo at Earleigh Heights on Sunday in Severna Park.
Get some extra mileage out of your Halloween costume this weekend by donning your disguise and heading out to one of these events happening around the area. There are opportunities for runners, kids, adults and even pets to get into the spirit.
What: Halloween On Ice
Where/When: 1 p.m., Saturday, Allen Pond Park, Bowie
Why Go: Donate canned food to the Bowie Food Pantry as well as door prizes, a costume contest, treat bags and music.
Cost: $3 skate rentals
What: Halloween 5K at Big Vanilla
Where/When: 8 a.m., Sunday, Big Vanilla, Arnold
Why Go: The race begins at Big Vanilla in Arnold with the course running through Anne Arundel Community College. Participants must be 13 and will be entered into a raffle for prizes from the event sponsors. The proceeds will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Kid-friendly activities at the race start/finish line.
Cost: $28
What: Kids Halloween Bingo
Where/When: noon to 2 p.m., Sunday, Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Hall, Severna Park
Why Go: Costume contest, haunted lab, prizes, crafts
Cost: Three cards for $8
What: Howl-o-Ween Barkin’ Bash
Where/When: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis
Why Go: Enjoy games and prizes for costume contests such as Most Annapolitan, Funniest, Scariest and Dog-Owner Combo, while helping to raise money for the dog park.
Cost: $6 per dog, $5 online pre-registration
What: Oktoberfest and Antique Tractor Show
Where/When: noon, Saturday, 988 Galesville Road, Galesville
Why Go: Pumpkin and face painting and other fall activities. Narrated hayrides and village walking tours. Oktoberfest foods, cider and beer to drink. A collection of 15 to 20 antique tractors.
Cost: Free, minimal cost for food.
What: Halloween 5K Run/Fun Walk
Where/When: 8 a.m. Saturday, Fort Meade Pavilion, Fort Meade
Why Go: Show your Halloween spirit during this fun 5k, where runners are encouraged to wear costumes. The run is open to the public.
Cost: $15
What: Zumbathon for St. Jude's at Big Vanilla Athletic Club
Where/When: 7 p.m. Friday at Big Vanilla Athletic Club, Pasadena
Why Go: It's a great chance to get fit for a good cause.
Cost: $5
What: Pumpkin Walk
Where/When: 4-6 p.m., Friday at Hammond-Harwood House, Annapolis
Why Go: The event features apple-bobbing, face painting and other festive events. There will also be a costume parade.
Cost: $6
What: Suburban Maryland Fall Home Show
Where/When: all day, Friday, Prince George's Equestrian Center, Upper Marlboro
Why Go: Homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes can visit hundreds of exhibits at this free home show. Exhibitors include merchandise booths, product demonstrations and sample interior/exterior vignettes. Times vary each day.
Cost: Free
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Allen Pond Park
3330 Northview Dr, Bowie, MD -
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Earleigh Heights Fire Station
161 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD -
Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD -
Galesville Oktoberfest & Antique Tractor Show
October 29, 2011 at 12:00 pm–4:00 pm988 Galesville Rd, Galesville, MD
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Zumbathon for St. Jude's at Big Vanilla Athletic Club
October 28, 2011 at 7:00 pm–9:00 pm -
Big Vanilla Athletic Club
26 Magothy Beach Rd, Pasadena, MD -
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Hammond-Harwood House
19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD -
Suburban Maryland Fall Home Show
October 28, 2011 / October 29, 2011 / October 30, 2011Prince Georges Equestrian Center (The Show Place Arena) -
Prince Georges Equestrian Center
14900 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro, MD
