Looking for a frightening good time this Halloween? LYH (Love Your Halloween) turns into a ghostly hub for all things Halloween. If you are searching for a good scare, look no further than these events…if you dare.
Haunted Historic Theatre Tours
October 2, 8, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 7:00 P.M. & 8:30 P.M.
After a fire partially destroyed the Academy Center Arts in 1911, the building has experienced some unexplained phenomenons. Now, you get a chance to tour the spots where there have been reported bumps in the night and mysterious sightings.
Old City Cemetery Candlelight Tours
October 11-12, 17-19, 24-26
Here’s opportunity to learn Lynchburg history! Old City Cemetery Candlelight Tours is an annual tradition in Lynchburg, and consists of visiting the gravesites of fascinating local figures as well as witnessing their story come to life through a dramatization performance. Times for this event vary, so be sure to check their website for more information.
Spooktacular Arts Show & Costume Contest
October 11
Celebrate the arts and Halloween with the Spooktacular Arts Show & Costume Contest at the Madison House of the Arts. Enjoy Halloween themed snacks, spooky music as well as Halloween-inspired art from local artists!
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Wicked Warehouse With The Dundies
October 25 | 8:00 P.M.- 12 A.M.
Celebrate Halloween in style at the Academy. This Wicked Warehouse show includes a performance by local favorite, The Dundies, chilling signature cocktail and drinks and a costume contest! Tickets for the event are $10, with a cash bar on-site.
80s & 90s Halloween Party at Speakertree
October 26 | 7 P.M.-10 P.M.
If you’re nostalgic for the 80s and/or 90s (or just need an excuse to dress up as your favorite character from Stranger Things) come out to 80s and 90s Halloween Party at Speakertree. The event will feature giveaways, dance contest, costume contest, music, drinks and food, with a $5 cover charge at the door.
Vacation Manor at Speakertree
October 30, 31 | Doors open: 7:30 P.M.
Indie rock/pop band, Vacation Manor, is kicking off their east coast tour at Speakertree, along with Austin, TX-based band, Night Traveller. Due to limited space, they will be doing back-to-back shows. Night one will be held on October 30 and Night two will be held on Halloween—costumes strongly encouraged!