Best Bets: Oct. 27-Nov. 2

Sky-High Sing Along

What: Movies at the Pavilion: “Wicked” Sing Along & Sky Dancers
When: Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Nicollet Island Pavilion—40 Power St., Minneapolis

In preparation for the anticipated premiere of “Wicked: For Good” this November, experience the award-winning 2024 film “Wicked” in sky-high definition, as local aerial performers defy gravity at Nicollet Island Pavilion. Sing along to hits like “Popular” and “Defying Gravity” as you enjoy awe-inspiring acrobatics, and sample delicious food and drinks from Brick Oven Bus.

Haunted Open House

What: Halloweenies and Martinis at the Lowlands 
When: Oct. 29, 5-9 p.m.
Where: The Lowlands—160 Wabasha St. S., St. Paul

Explore one of St. Paul’s most sophisticated event venues as you ring in the holiday weekend at this festive open house event. For one night only, The Lowlands will come alive with Halloween spirit, allowing guests to connect with business owners and industry professionals as they enjoy drink specials, hot dogs, and classic Halloween movies—costumes encouraged!

Dancing Dracula

What: “Dracula: The Dance Musical”
When: Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (times vary)
Where: Luminary Arts Center—700 N. First St., Minneapolis

Enjoy an electric and thrilling dance performance filled with gothic romance, awe-inspiring choreography, and thematic music. As Halloween weekend unwinds, recount the epic tale of Dracula like you’ve never seen it before—a fusion of music, art, dance, storytelling, and haunting passion.

Meet Minneapolis

Halloween Puppetry

What: BareBones Puppet Theatre’s Halloween Extravaganza
When: Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 7-8 p.m.
Where: Powderhorn Park—3400 15th Ave. S., Minneapolis 

Presented by BareBones Puppet Theatre, enjoy a Halloween-themed outdoor spectacle complete with giant puppets, fire presentations, aerialists, and more—all in preparation for autumn’s spookiest holiday.  

Meet Minneapolis

Costume Crawl

What: Annual Halloween Bar Crawl
When: Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 4 p.m.-midnight
Where: Tom’s Watch Bar—609 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis 

Minneapolis’ largest Halloween bar crawl returns, starting at Tom’s Watch Bar in downtown Minneapolis. Weave through several of the city’s top bars and venues as you revel in the spirit of the holiday. The 21-plus event also includes a costume contest with a $1,000 cash prize for one lucky winner.  

Tricks, Treats, and Burgers

What: Haunted Halloween Market at Francis Burger Joint 
When: Oct. 31, 4-8 p.m.
Where: Francis Burger Joint—3900 E. Lake St. Minneapolis

Get your Halloween night started at Francis Burger Joint on Lake Street, where a spooky makers market is ready to receive trick-or-treaters of all ages. Shop local and handmade goods, enter the costume contest (for adults, kids, and pets!), stop by the flash tattoo pop up, and dance to a haunting Halloween-themed DJ set—all while the smell of hot burgers sizzles through the air!

Francis Burger Joint