• Get (paranormally) spooked. The Screams from the Basement Podcast is hosting an event Thursday evening at the State Theatre to watch "The Conjuring." In addition to the movie, folks can experience their own ghost-finding mission in the historic theater. Snag tickets here.
  • Get (not very) spooked. For those with milder sensibilities, the Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation department is hosting a Not-So-Scary treat trail at Jacobson Plaza on Saturday evening. Visitors can walk through the skate ribbon to get treats and visit local businesses, and four-legged friends can check out the separate "Woof or Treat" trail. No registration required. It's all going down 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
  • Get (super) spooked. The Jaycee's annual Feargrounds haunted house opens Friday with a "Face your Phobias" theme. There are several chances to check it out throughout the month, as well as discounts available for military personnel and by buying tickets online. Details here.
  • Get candy. Lake Lorraine is celebrating Halloween early with a free community trick-or-treating event. Come in costume and visit all sorts of businesses along the lake walking trail. Get more details here.
  • Get coffee. The Sampson House is celebrating 10 years in business with a pop-up coffee shop all week long. Stop by from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. all week long for a free coffee and daily speakers. Details here.
  • Get the dog involved. Fall festivities aren't just for the humans – Woodgrain Brewery is making sure the pups are involved, too, with Puptoberfest Sunday afternoon. Enjoy beer, German food, a photo booth with Kelcey Schroder Photography and some best-dressed awards (for the dogs). Details here.