October is here and you know what that means; Halloween is just around the corner.  From pub crawls to haunted attractions, ghost walks to festive parties, it’s easy to get into the Halloween spirit with these nearby haunts.

Into The Dark – Terror Vault (October 10 — November 3)
Don’t miss the premiere of this brand new fully immersive and completely terrifying haunted attraction coming to San Francisco’s Mint building this October. Discover the untold story and dark history of the underground vaults as you travel through this interactive attraction “TERROR VAULT”. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey as you come face-to-face with the despicable horrors that continue to plague and terrorize the old vaults. The show is produced by Into The Dark, a new Bay Area Production Company that includes the creative and twisted minds of Peaches Christ, David Flower Productions and Non Plus Ultra (the Bay area’s most celebrated venue management firm). “Terror Vault” will star many of the city’s most talented performers and screamers. Be afraid. Be very afraid….

Into the Dark – Dead Zone, Zombie Tag (Friday and Saturday Nights October 12 – November 3)
A horrible Zombie virus has wiped out millions and continues to devastate the Bay Area. Desperate to save millions of innocent lives, the U.S. Department of Zombie Virus Outbreak Containment (ZVOC) has been working at The San Francisco Mint to find a cure for this terrifying disease. Tragically, the research clinic was overwhelmed by a zombie horde and is now an infected hot spot, or Dead Zone.  The ZVOC is calling on all local citizens to head into this Dead Zone and recover infected zombie brains and other valuable research data to continue the work for a cure at other facilities. Your mission is to enter the Dead Zone and survive 4 games of increasing complexity: find the research, grab the infected brains, and avoid the zombies lurking in the shadows. Don’t get bit! If you do, you’ll have precious seconds to live unless you find a healing station. Join the team today!

Crawloween – San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl (Friday, October 26, Saturday, October 27 and Wednesday, October 31)
The San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl is back and it’s bigger than ever! Last year, over 6,000 costumed crawlers took over Polk Street for $3 drinks, music, dancing, costume contests more! Think of it as Trick ‘r Treating….for adults. This year, they are expecting well over 6,000 participants for the biggest pub crawl in the city!  23 Bars – 6000+ Attendees – $3 Beers – $3 Cocktails – $3 Shots – Free M Ride Party Shuttle

Haunted Hotel – W San Francisco (Saturday 10/27)
Head over to the W San Francisco for the 7th annual Haunted Hotel Halloween Bash. Embrace your alter ego, don your most stylish costume and head to W San Francisco’s “sinister chic” Halloween Happening. W San Francisco turns into a hotel-wide haunted house, where revelers will enjoy an eclectic mix of EDM, House, Deep House, Top 40, and Hip Hop remixes from 8 San Francisco’s hottest deejays. Time to put on your costumes and celebrate Halloween in style.

San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour (most nights at 7pm thru October 31)
Celebrate Halloween, or the witching hour of your choice, at San Francisco’s premiere haunted walking tour, the San Francisco Ghost Hunt. Founded in 1998 by local raconteur and paranormal investigator Jim Fassbinder, this decades-old tradition combines San Francisco’s rich haunted history with storytelling, insider gossip, and a magic twist.  A fascinating overview of the families and individuals who made San Francisco what it was—and the restless spirits they left behind to carry their legacy into today. Suitable for both locals and intrepid travelers looking for something offbeat and informative, spooky and fun, San Francisco Ghost Hunt is an essential stop on the local walking tour circuit, and the (unofficial) network of Ghost tours nationwide.

And for the little ones…..

Halloween Hoopla at the Children’s Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens (October 28)
The 18th annual Halloween Hoopla features interactive performances and games for kids under 10 and their adults, and the return of the Yerba Buena Pumpkin Patch display! The program culminates in the eagerly awaited Halloween Costume Parade, where everyone is welcome to show off their Halloween finery.

Happy Hauntings!

Sincerely Yours
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