Plenty to do this Halloween week

Events and activities fill this Halloween week.

Among them:

Tuesday, Oct. 29

• Emporium Esoterica will hold Boos on Broadway Ghost Tour starting at 7 p.m. Attendees will meet in the parking lot at 920 Broadway across from Burrito-Ville. This is a two-hour event and tickets are $40. Join the host to unravel the haunted history of Cape Girardeau, delving into tales of mystery, folklore and ghostly encounters that have lingered for centuries. Walk the forgotten paths, explore shadowy corners and hear about the eerie events that shaped the city. From legends of restless spirits to chilling true stories, this tour will take attendees on a journey through the lost stories and hidden haunts of Broadway. Perfect for ghost enthusiasts, history buffs and anyone looking for a spine-tingling adventure!

• Bedell Performance Hall on the Southeast Missouri State University River Campus will hold a free percussion trick-or-treat concert. This is a family-friendly concert of popular film, cartoon and video game music. The audience is encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes. Treats will be distributed after the concert. The event will start at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 30

• Goose and Gander, 437 Broadway, will hold a trick-or-treat candy and spirits event starting at 6 p.m. The event page asks “Do you always end up with a big bag of Halloween candy and want to know what to enjoy with it? We will pair different candies and sweets with various other foods and a variety of spirits to see what goes great together!” Tickets are $40 with a maximum of 24 attendees.

• The American Ghost Project will hold Devil’s Night. Participants will be locked in the former Walther's Funeral Home, 260 N. Middle St., in downtown Cape Girardeau. "Can you survive the night?"

• Sip 'N' Spook 2024. A spooky good time is planned at Kenny's Flippin Burgers, 418 Broadway. Get ready for a night of chilling drinks, delicious bites and ghostly fun. Dress up in the most frightful costume and enjoy the eerie atmosphere.

Thursday, Oct. 31

• Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri will hold a trunk-or-treat at Shawnee Sports Complex, 1157 S. West End Blvd. The little ghouls and goblins can safely trick-or-treat from car to car, each decorated in fun and festive themes. The event will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Those attending will be able to enjoy candy, treats, decorated trunks, fun activities and games, photo opportunities, spooky music and more.

• Jackson Manor, 710 Broadridge Drive, will host a trunk-or-treat from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Join for a fun-filled evening with candy, costumes and creative trunks. Bring the whole family and enjoy a safe and spooky Halloween celebration with residents and staff.

• Chick-fil-A, 3333 Gordonville Road in Cape Girardeau will hold a trunk-or-treat from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Children 12 and younger are invited to wear costumes to receive a free kid’s meal. Promotion is valid at Chick-fil-A Cape Girardeau only.

• Scott City’s Riverside Regional Library, 2108 Main St., will have a Halloween party from to 6 p.m. for all ages to have some fun.

• American Legion Post No. 133, 98 Grand Ave., in Perryville will hold a trunk-or-treat starting at 5 p.m. If you would like to enter the best-decorated vehicle contest, set up by 5 p.m.

• Independence Health Systems, 800 S. Kingshighway, in Perryville will hold a trunk-or-treat and inside trick-or-treating from 5 to 7 p.m. The trunk or treat will be in the Independence Care Center parking lot and a guided trick-or-treat tour will be inside for residents to pass out candy.

• There will be a Halloween Block party at 1235 Sailer Circle in Cape Girardeau from 6 to 10 p.m. The event promises awesome decorations, Halloween-themed games, fun music and top-tier candy.

• Barrel 131, 131 High St., in Jackson will hold a Halloween Party from 6 to 8 p.m., including a costume contest.

• Bethany Baptist Church, 1712 Randol Ave., in Cape Girardeau will host a fall festival from 6 to 8 p.m. in its parking lot. Enjoy a family-friendly time with a trunk-or-treat, candy and prizes, balloon animals, snacks and drinks and a selfie photo booth.

• Shawnee Hills Art Council will hold The Fluorescent Circus of Freaks from 7 to 10 p.m. at 125 W. Davie St., in Anna, Illinois. The initial hour for the event will be less intimidating for children. The admission fee is $7 per person, or a group of five may enter for $30.

• The Library, 10 S. Spanish St., in Cape Girardeau will hold a Halloween Costume Party starting at 4 p.m. The establishment will be decked out in the spookiest of decorations and ready for the season. Karaoke. Costume contest with cash prizes.

• Rent One, 402 S. Kingshighway, in Cape Girardeau will host a Halloween party starting at 6:30 p.m. There will be candy, food and s'mores. There will also be a best-dressed for children, and adult winners will receive a gift card. Free to the public.

• Gordonville Fire Protection District will hold its annual Halloween party from 6 to 9 p.m. at Station 1, 711 Route Z. This is a free, inside event for the community. There will be a hay maze, bounce houses, fire safety education candy and more.

• D Duncan Floristry and Boutique, 818 Broadway, in Cape Girardeau will host a Witch Soiree Halloween Party. Dance under the stars and cast spells in the Secret Garden/alley from 7 to 11 p.m. Tarot card readings will be available from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

• Encore Dance Academy, 2530 Willam St., in Cape Girardeau will have Halloween fun at the studio from 5:30 to 8 p.m. There will be trick-or-treating, games, coloring crafts and dancing to Halloween music.

• Lynwood Baptist Church will host Light the Night trunk-or-treat event from 6 to 8 p.m. at 2935 Lynwood Hills Drive.