Halloween is creeping up, and if you’ve got neither plans nor a costume, you’ve opened the right email. I’m already thinking about next year’s look, but I respect a last-minute closet miracle. I’ll be spending my Halloween at the Midnight Witch Halloween Ball (yes, my album release show) and Rubberband Halloween. Now, let’s get you sorted.

This one is for the folks who love a tickle trunk. Your costume could pay off. The Polygon Gallery’s 10/31 Halloween party brings ’80s aerobics energy, live acts, DJs and a $500 cash prize for best costume. We’re giving away a pair of tickets. Enter to win and start planning your look!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• I’m making an exception for exactly one non-spooky event because BC’s Ruby Waters announced her Suppre$$ions North America Tour and everyone needs to be excited about it. Tickets on sale this Friday to see her on 4/7.

• True crime fans, you’re up. Solve a murder inside an actual hotel suite at Suite 1313, then debrief over a shared board and drink at Stock & Supply. Running through 10/31.*

• Science World gets freaky this Halloween with aerialists, contortionists, DJs and five bars at Cirque Costume Ball. Dress to impress and dance under the dome.

• The truth is out there. The script? Doesn’t exist. Tightrope Theatre’s The Yes Files turns audience paranormal encounters into sci-fi comedy, Fridays through 11/6. Enter our ticket giveaway and investigate for yourself!*

• Grab your coven! Nightshade Market brings witchy wares, handmade treasures and costume prizes to the Croatian Cultural Centre on 10/24. Shop local B.C. artists while supporting charity at this all-ages Samhain celebration.

BEST HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Your costume might still be a question mark, but your Halloween plans don’t have to be. Find your crew’s next haunt in our Best Halloween Events guide, sponsored by Burnaby Halloween Festival. Here’s a little inspiration:

• HALLOWEEN FRIGHT FESTIVAL - Until 10/31 @ Maan Farms

• CANYON FRIGHTS - Until 11/1 @ Capilano Suspension Bridge

• HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL - 10/29-31 @ Green Auto

• THE HORROR ON HASTINGS, THE WRESTLORCIST! - 10/30 @ Rickshaw Theatre

• SKIITOUR APRES SCREAM - 10/30-31 @ Hollywood Theatre

• PARADE OF LOST SOULS - 10/31 @ Vernon Drive (FREE)

UPCOMING

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• Let’s do the time warp again! Whether it’s your first time seeing the cult classic or you need a refresher… our Virgin’s Guide To The Rocky Horror Picture Show is here to help.

• Looking for presale codes? You can get the best seats to see Faun, Eric Andre, Bob the Drag Queen, Caroline Rose, Tommy Lefroy and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country. Lock in your tickets! 

• Still looking for Halloween plans? Check out our full list of Halloween events.

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