Kids ages 8 to 14 can celebrate Halloween at the Farm at this spooktacular event at Willoughby Farm. They'll roast hot dogs and marshmallows over the fire, go on a haunted trail hike, tell ghost stories, enjoy a hayride and carve up some Halloween jack-o-lanterns. Be sure to wear costumes!
5 to 8 p.m. at Willoughby Farm in Collinsville. Cost is $10 for non-residents, $8 for residents. For ages 10 to 14. Reservations are requested.
More information: collinsvillerec.com
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