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There's so much going on in Tulsa this Halloween that I've made three - <em>three!</em> - lists of activities and events so that you'll have the easiest and happiest time possible putting together your spooktacular itinerary for this year.

I'm going to kick things off with all the stuff the kids won't want to miss this Halloween season. From free, community events to more costly ways to get your scare on, here's the list among lists of ways to make the children happy, starting this very weekend.

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<h2><strong>Halloween Out and About</strong></h2>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a title="Sand Springs Soap Box Derby Race 2009 by Tasha Does Tulsa, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tashadoestulsa/4011626007/"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2505/4011626007_c07ff7cea9.jpg" alt="Sand Springs Soap Box Derby Race 2009" width="500" height="375" /></a></div>
<strong>Pumpkin Patches Galore</strong>
When: Now-Halloween
Where: All over Tulsa
<a href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/09/pumpkin-patches-in-tulsa/">Click here for a mega-list of the pumpkin patches in the Tulsa area</a>.

<strong>Tulsa Corn Maize</strong>
When: Now-Nov. 7; Wed-Fri, 5-10pm; Sat, 10am-10pm; Sun, 12-6pm; Closed Mondays; Fall Break Oct. 21-23, 10am-10pm; the Haunted Maize opens at dark and closes at 10pm Fri-Sat., Fall Break and Halloween
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsamaize.com/">32506 E. 61st Street in Broken Arrow</a>
There's more to do at the Tulsa Corn Maize than just get lost. Let me count the ways: A paintball shooting range; campfires; a haunted maze; a cow train; hay rides; rubber ducky races; and a corn box (<a href="http://www.tulsamaize.com/photos/Tulsa%20Corn%20Maize%20036.jpg">you have to see it to believe it</a>). Admission is $6 per youth aged 4-12, free for kids 3 and under and $8 for adults.

<strong>Halloween Festival at The Castle of Muskogee</strong>
When: Oct. 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 and Halloween; Hours 6-10pm
Where: <a href="http://okcastle.com/Halloween.html">The Castle at Muskogee</a>, 3400 Fern Mountain Road
Fun for kids and the young at heart alike, The Castle delivers ten spooktacular things to do that range from not-so-scary to really-really-scary, all across a 60-acre Halloween-themed park. From the sinister, fog-shrounded forest to the carnival atmosphere of Halloween Land, everyone is sure to find performances and activities they'll never forget. Check out the ticket combos, which range $16-$26, <a href="&lt;a href=">http://www.okcastle.com/halloween-2008.html</a>"&gt; and are available from The Castle Web site.

<strong>Tower Tots: Halloween Mobiles</strong>
When: Oct. 19, 10am
Where: <a href="http://pricetower.org/">Price Tower Arts Center</a>, 510 S. Dewey in Bartleville
Check out this morning story and activity hour for children ages 3 to 6 (with accompanying adult). The craft of the day? Halloween mobiles! There's no cost to attend, but registration is required. Call (918) 336.4949 to get set up.

<strong>Costumes</strong>
When: Oct. 21-23, 8pm; also, 4pm on Oct. 23
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsagardencenter.com/htdocs/Special%20events/2010%20Costumes%20flyer.pdf">Linnaeus Garden Barn</a> (PDF), southeast corner of Woodward Park
Rather celebrate the sweetly spooky side of Halloween than the ghastly and the goulish? Costumes, a Halloween musical by local actors and musicians, might just be the thing for you. The audience is encouraged to come in costume, and the garden with a lighted walkway will be open for exploration during intermission. Tickets are $10, which is donated to Tulsa Garden Center. Make reservations by calling (918) 746-5125.

<strong>Camp Cute &amp; Spooky</strong>
When: Oct. 23, 27, 28 and 30, 7-9pm
Where: Discoveryland!
Kids 10 and under can hit the trail to west Tulsa <a href="http://discoverylandusa.com/halloween.shtml">for an evening of great Halloween fun at the Discoveryland! entertainment complex</a> (note: The dates on the website have not been updated, so be sure to copy the dates on this website into your calendar). Catch everything from a trick-or-treat trail through a lighted enchanted forest to a haystack jump to the "Monster Mash" dance stage to caramel apples and smores. Admission is $6 (but look what I found - <a href="http://dland.redrockcustomhomes.com/campcoupon.html">a $1-off coupon</a>!) and includes all activities. Don't forget to don those costumes!

<strong>Owasso Harvest Festival</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 23, 11am-9pm
Where: <a href="http://www.cityofowasso.com/parks_dept/harvestfestival_poster2010.pdf">Centennial Park in Owasso</a> (PDF), 15301 E. 86th Street North (my advice is to park at Owasso High School and ride the free shuttle to the festival)
This festival, held in conjunction with the <a href="http://www.fileden.com/files/2010/8/9/2937693//flyer.pdf">Oklahoma State Chili Cook-Off</a> (PDF), packs an entire day of activities for the entire family. Look for hay rides, a costume contest, a scarecrow contest, pumpkin carving, face painting, balloon art, a car show and, of course, chili tasting. It's all free and open to the public.

<strong>Pumpkin Town with TYPros</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 23 , 3-5pm
Where: Pumpkin Town, 81st Street and Mingo
Bring the kiddos and enjoy pony, train and hayrides, face painting, a petting zoo and even a pumpkin launch, all while hanging out with your buds in <a href="http://www.typros.org/">Tulsa's Young Professionals</a> at the same time. Plus, children can enter a costume contest to win prizes. The contest will be held at 4pm. 

<strong>HallowZOOeen</strong>
When: Oct. 27-Halloween, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: <a href="https://payment.iwsok.com/tulsazoo2009/OnlineStore/Tickets/productDetail.cfm?productID=11">Tulsa Zoo &amp; Living Museum</a>, in Mohawk Park off of 36th Street North between Sheridan and Mingo
Get wild this Halloween and <a href="&lt;a href=">http://tulsazoo.org/</a>"&gt;bring your boys and "ghouls" to trick-or-treat at the wildest neighborhood in town. A spooky (but not too scary) Halloween adventure is planned at this 21st annual HallowZOOeen. Get treats at Goblin Stops, play games and see zoo mascots as you roam the trick-or-treat trail. General admission is $7 (or $6 for members), and kids under 2 who are not trick-or-treating will be admitted free.

<strong>Hallowmarine</strong>
When: Oct. 27-31, 10am-6pm (last paid admission is one hour prior to closing)
Where: <a href="http://okaquarium.org/events.php?subPageName=events">Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks</a>
Great ready for Halloween on the high seas - <a href="http://okaquarium.org/">the Oklahoma Aquarium is spooky (and salty!)</a> with carnival games, a trick-or-treat trail, haunted feed shows and plenty of pirates handing out tricks and treats. Admission is $7 per youth, $10 per adult. Members get $1 off admission.

<strong>Mummy and Son Halloween Dance</strong>
When: Friday, Oct. 29, 6pm
Where: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bixby-Community-Center/111279292232877">Bixby Community Center</a>, 211 N. Cabaniss Ave.
At this annual Mummy &amp; Son Halloween dance there will be dance competitions, and a costume contest for those who dare to dress up, too. Plenty of refreshments will be on hand. Cost is $5 per person.

<strong>Tulsa Run</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, starting at 7am
Where: <a href="http://tulsarun.com/schedule.asp">Downtown Tulsa</a>
Kids and adults alike can dress up and run in <a href="http://tulsarun.com/">Tulsa's favorite way to burn a few hundred calories, the annual Tulsa Run</a>. Register by Saturday, Oct. 23, to pay the regular $30 to race the 5K or 15K, or $15 for the 2K fun run. It all gets started bright and early (and chilly!) the morning before Halloween, with a finish line festival, including candy bars for the kids and warm coffee and cold beer for grown-ups, waiting at the end. <a href="http://tulsarun.com/">Check the Tulsa Run Web site for more details and to register</a>.

<strong>BooHaHa</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, starting at 7am
Where: <a href="http://brooksidetheplacetobe.com/index.php?/boo-haha.html">Brookside, between 33rd and 49th Streets</a>
Starting at 7am with a pancake breakfast at the Brookside Lion's Club, one of Tulsa's most beloved districts will be transformed into a Halloween treat for the 20th year in a row. The Kids' Zone opens at 10am, and trick-or-treating gets into gear at noon. The children's costume contest will commence in the Food Pyramid parking lot at 1pm, followed by the pets' costume contest. Stick around for the annual BooHaHa Parade at 2pm, from 33rd-49th Streets. It's all free and open to the public.

<strong>K. Renee's Fall Family Carnival</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 9am
Where: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=159604894064176&amp;index=1">K. Renee's Uniform Closet</a>, 5557 E. 41st St.
Join K. Renee's as they spend the day in true carnival fashion. Look for clowns, bobbing for apples, face painting, cotton candy, pie-eating contest, a Jupiter Jump", and more.

<strong>Fall Festival with the Tulsa Oilers</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 11am-4pm
Where: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=162773763749360&amp;index=1">Oilers Ice Center</a>, 6413 S. Mingo Road
Enjoy games, food, Jupiter Jump, slides and glow skate for only $10, skate rental included.

<strong>Fall Carnival to Kick Off Fun and Games on Main</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 4-5:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/Index.aspx?page=13&amp;recordid=3661">Central Park Community Center</a>, 1500 S. Main Street in Broken Arrow
Parents with children ages 3-10 are invited to participate in this carnival where each child gets 12 free tickets to try out the games of luck and skill. Then, at 5:45pm, set the kids off on the Annual Pumpkin Hunt at the Central Park Softball Fields, just west of the Community Center. Children ages 3-8 will get a chance to run and gather as many candy-filled, pumpkin-colored plastic eggs as they can. The age groups of 3-4, 5-6 and 7-8 will each have their own field to hunt for the eggs. A golden egg will be hidden in each field, which can be redeemed for a special prize. Fun!

<strong>Fun and Games on Main</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 6-8pm
Where: <a href="http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/Index.aspx?page=13&amp;recordid=3370">418 S. Main Street in Broken Arrow</a>
If fall's good for anything, it's a giant block party. Get it with Fun and Games on Main in Broken Arrow, where festival-goers get tons of free food from Reasor's, Ferguson Pontiac and Blue Bell Creameries, a rollover simulator, Broken Arrow Police Department's Special Ops team, Vince and Larry the Crash Dummies, McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog, a costume contest, a pumpkin-decorating contest and a petting zoo, all topped with enough candy to last you until Easter. It's all free and open to the public.

<strong>Halloween Hysteria</strong>
When: Oct. 30, 7pm
Where: SpiritBank Event Center, 105th and Memorial (<a href="http://www.ticketstorm.com/event/rcokstarsocialcirclepresentshalloweenhysteria/spiritbankeventcenter/tulsa/5500/">click here to purchase tickets</a>)
Rcokstar Social Circle is back with Halloween Hysteria, an ultra-hip dance party for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. Come in costume or come in street clothes and get your dance on with DJ ECCO, emcee MIKEY B & the rcokstar entertainers. Look also for beat boy battles, dance-offs, a fashion show and, of course, more. 

<h2><strong>Halloween at the Libraries</strong></h2>

<a title="Hardesty Regional Library by Tasha Does Tulsa, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tashadoestulsa/3828084764/"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2437/3828084764_686cae2021_o.jpg" alt="Hardesty Regional Library" width="480" height="640" /></a>

<strong>After-School Halloween Crafts</strong>
When: Wednesday, Oct. 20, 3pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Rudisill Regional Library</a>, 1520 N. Hartford Ave.
Listen to spooky stories, make crafts and more. This event is for ages 12 and younger.

<strong>Preschool Storytime: Halloween Crafts</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 21, 10:30am
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Pratt Library</a>, 3219 S. 113th W. Ave.
Make Halloween crafts with your little one at Pratt Library in Sand Springs this morning. This event is for ages 5 and younger and their caregivers.

<strong>Scary in Sperry!</strong>
When: Monday, Oct. 25, 5:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Judy Z. Kishner Library</a>, 10150 N. Cincinnati Ave.
Join the Kishner folks for food, games, prizes and lots of fun for the entire family! Costumes are welcome. This event is for ages 12 and younger.

<strong>Spooky Tales and Ghost Stories</strong>
When: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 4:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Helmerich Library</a>, 5131 E. 91<sup>st</sup> St.
Join the Helmerich folks for classic Halloween stories and more. Wear a costume if you dare! Snacks are provided. This event is for ages 9-12.

<strong>Get Ready for the Day of the Dead</strong>
When: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 6:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Broken Arrow Library</a>, 300 W. Broadway Ave.
Make and decorate skeletons and skulls while finding out the history behind Dia de los Muertos. This event is for ages 9 and older.

<strong>Preschool Storytime: Halloween Fun</strong>
When: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10:30am
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Zarrow Regional Library</a>, 2224 W. 51<sup>st</sup> St.
Have some Halloween fun with your little one at Zarrow Regional Library this morning. This event is for ages 5 and younger and their caregivers.

<strong>Old Jack's Lantern: Pumpkin Decorating</strong>
When: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 4:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Nathan Hale Library</a>, 6038 E. 23<sup>rd</sup> St.
Kids, have you gotten around to decorating your pumpkin yet? If not, you'd better get over to Nathan Hale Library tonight and get started! Pumpkins are provided. This event is for all ages.

<strong>Preschool Storytime: Annual Halloween Parade</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 28, 10:30am
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Pratt Library</a>, 3219 S. 113<sup>th</sup> W. Ave.
Wear costumes and bring treats to this annual Halloween parade at Pratt Library. This event is for ages 5 and younger and their caregivers.

<strong>All Things Zombies</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 28, 3pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">South Broken Arrow Library</a>, 3600 S. Chestnut
Get prepared for Halloween! Learn zombie history and survival plus makeup techniques for bruises and wounds. This event is for teens and tweens.

<strong>Zombiefest</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 28, 6pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Zarrow Regional Library</a>, 2224 W. 51<sup>st</sup> St.
It's a zombie-eat-human world out there! Get ready for Halloween by watching "Night of the Living Dead," getting a zombie makeover and eating delicious brain cupcakes. This event is for teens.

<strong>A Hardesty Hallo"Wii"n</strong>
When: Friday, Oct. 29, 4:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/">Hardesty Regional Library</a>, 8316 E. 93<sup>rd</sup> St.
Play spooky Wii games and dress as your favorite video game character for a chance to win a treat. Refreshments will be provided. This event is for ages 9-12.
<h2><strong>Halloween at the Parks</strong></h2>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a title="Pumpkin Town by Tasha Does Tulsa, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tashadoestulsa/4011636243/"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2435/4011636243_23daa69f39.jpg" alt="Pumpkin Town" width="375" height="500" /></a></div>
<strong>Kiddie Park Spook-A-Rama</strong>
When: Oct. 15-16, 6-10pm
Where: Kiddie Park in Bartlesville (<a href="http://www.kiddiepark.net/">click here for directions</a>)
If you haven't loaded up the kids in the van and trucked them to Bartlesville for an afternoon at the Kiddie Park in Bartlesville, you're all sorely missing out. <a href="&lt;a href=">http://www.kiddiepark.net/spookarama09.htm"&gt;Head there this weekend</a> to put your carving skills to the test in the Great Pumpkin Contest, held both nights of the festival for kids 12 and under. Then, hit the costume parade, and don't forget to squeeze in some trick-or-treating for candy and prizes.

<strong>Gross Goodies</strong>
When: Monday, Oct. 25, 1pm
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Whiteside Community Center</a>, 4009 S. Pittsburgh Ave.
Hey, kids - want to freak out your friends or family? Serve a meal with worms, vampire veins and monster eggs! Learn these gross but good-tasting recipes in the Gross Goodies cooking class at Whiteside Community Center. It's just the right recipe for a Halloween dinner. Ages 6 to 12. Cost is $10.

<strong>Carnival Spooktacular</strong>
When: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 6pm
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Reed Park</a>, 4233 S. Yukon Ave.
Join other ghosts and goblins for this spooky, kooky carnival. Play fun games in a safe, indoor environment. Games are 25 cents each. Ages 2 to 11. Free and open to the public.

<strong>Pumpkin Party &amp; Parade</strong>
When: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 9am and 10:15am
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Whiteside Community Center</a>, 4009 S. Pittsburgh Ave.
You are officially invited to this special Halloween party! Look for a parade, games and even a few snacks. For ages 2 1/2-5 years. All participants must be pre-enrolled - call (918) 746-5040. Cost is $7.

<strong>Halloween Carnival</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 28, 6pm
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Whiteside Community Center</a>, 4009 S. Pittsburgh Ave.
Join the ghosts and goblins at Whiteside for fun, safe Halloween experience. $5 admission for kids ages 2-8, which includes unlimited games. Adults and kids under 2 are free.

<strong>Flashlight Candy Scramble</strong>
When: Thursday, Oct. 28, 7:30pm
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Lacy Park</a>, 2134 N. Madison Place
Kids will have fun hunting for wrapped candy in the dark! Please bring a flashlight and container for your goodies! Ages 12 and under. Please bring a canned good donation to a local food pantry. Prizes. Ages 1 to 12. Free

<strong>Fall Furry Scurry</strong>
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 10:30am
Where: <a href="http://www.cityoftulsa.org/culture--recreation/tulsa-parks/fun-guide/holiday-and-special-events.aspx">Hicks Park</a>, 3443 S. Mingo Road
Join the folks at Hicks for a fun-filled morning of canine cavorting. This year's Fall Furry Scurry will consist of a fun run for dogs and their owners. Look for a 1/2-mile fun walk and a 1-mile fun run. A few local pet-related businesses will be on hand to showcase their products and services. Stick around after the run for dog-related games and door prizes. Fun-run participants <a href="http://www.tulsaparks.org">must pre-register by October 15th</a>. Registration for the fun run is $15 and includes an event t-shirt. Please call (918) 669-6355 if you have any questions or to register.