Dress up your kids in their favorite Halloween costumes and take them to Manchester's non-scary, family friendly Halloween Festival in Schroeder Park. You'll enjoy games, pumpkins, a hay search, a costume contest and lots more.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Everyone ages 2 and up must have a ticket. Cost is $8 for residents and $11 for non-residents.
Friday, October 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Schroeder Park. Concessions will be available for purchase.
More information and to purchase tickets online: manchester.mo.gov
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