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The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Oct. 30-Nov. 1

The Weekender: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Halloween is finally upon us and that means it's time to break out those costumes, do some pumpkin carving, dress up your kids and pets, and head out for some bewitching fun. From parades to festivals to scary movies, there are all kinds of haunted happenings taking place this weekend.

If you're still undecided on what to do, check out our big six events going on around the country and be sure to stop by if you're in town. If not, we've also got a few great ideas that you can do right in your own neighborhood.


The Big Six Must-Attend Events
This week's Big Six features arts, film, a vegetarian food fest to help ward off that post-Halloween sugar buzz and plenty of spooktacular fun:

1. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios in Universal City, Calif.
Buy your tickets now for the final weekend of frights at Universal Studios.

2. Boston Vegetarian Food Festival in Boston, Mass.
Enjoy free tastings from thousands of food vendors at this two-day event.

3. New York's Village Halloween Parade in New York, N.Y.
Mix and mingle with crazy costumed New Yorkers at this annual parade.

4. The International Gem and Jewelry Show in National Harbor, Md.
Shop early at this three-day event to find beautiful jewelry at bargain prices.

5. Atlanta Pride Festival in Atlanta, Ga.
Celebrate gay pride at Piedmont Park with live entertainment and more.

6. Lakedance International Film Festival in Sandpoint, Idaho
Catch 54 films including the four scariest flicks ever made at this annual fest.

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Fantastic Dinner Ideas
Take the kids out for pizza before heading out to trick-or-treat. Also check for dining discounts near you.
Four More Dinner Ideas:
1. Spice up the weekend with some great jerk chicken.
2. Satisfy your sweet tooth at these heavenly pie shops.
3. Take the family out for a fun, delicious fondue dinner.
4. After all that Halloween candy, opt for a healthy meal.
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Movies You'll Want To See
Who doesn't love MJ? Moonwalk with the King of Pop in This Is It.
Four More Movies To See:
1. The brothers are back in Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day.
2. See the satanic thriller The House of the Devil if you dare.
3. Uma Thurman explores her maternal side in Motherhood.
4. A loveable loner will make you laugh in Gentlemen Broncos.
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Hot Nightlife
No matter your age, Halloween at America's theme parks is awesome fun.
Four More Nightlife Ideas:
1. Get your spook on at the country's scariest haunted houses.
2. Dance and groove all night long at your city's hottest clubs.
3. Kick back in costume at your favorite neighborhood bar.
4. Check out who's partying where in your city on Going.com.
Find more nightlife trends on Digital City.

Kids & Family Fun
Not sure where to take the kids for Halloween? Check out this guide to not-so-scary fun for the little ones.
Four More Family Fun Ideas:
1. Explore the great outdoors at these national parks.
2. Get lost in one of our country's great corn mazes.
3. Take the kids for a skate at the coolest ice rinks.
4. Check out an all-inclusive family-friendly resort.

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