A Screaming Good Time
Group of professional scarers haunts the Fritz corn maze each year, providing thrills and chills for them and visitors alike
By Molly Priddy
As you’re walking down a path mostly obscured by shadow, surrounded by cornstalks taller than most men, the fog begins to roll in. The field is quiet, but your ears are primed for anything — the snap of a twig cracks like a gunshot in your jumpy nerves. It doesn’t take much imagination to start scaring yourself, but you play it cool.
Spirit Seekers
Paranormal investigator teams up with Montana Trolley Co. to offer haunted tours of Kalispell
By Clare Menzel
Most times, the haunting is not a haunting at all. Lights are flickering? Could be a grounding issue. That old framed photo of grandmother moves around on the dresser like she’s sending a message from beyond the grave? Check for a draft. Candles are self-extinguishing? Simple low-frequency sound waves might be at work.
Glacier’s Haunted History
In Glacier National Park, former employees and paranormal investigators share unexplained phenomena
By Tristan Scott
The historic buildings of Glacier National Park are home to a glut of ghoulish ghost stories and spooky accounts of specters that go bump in the night, which for years former Red Bus driver Robert Lucke shared with restless young passengers onboard his bus tours.
Your Guide to Ghouling Out for Halloween
Thursday, Oct. 27
“All Hallows Tree” Bob Ross Halloween Party
7 p.m., Tipsy Brush Studio, Kalispell
Bring a bottle of wine and a friend, or make new friends at this fun painting party. Don a huge afro and win a prize. Class size is limited to 14, so early signups are encouraged. Sign up online at tipsybrush.com or email [email protected] or text (530) 209-7769
Friday, Oct. 28
Punk Rock Halloween Party
9 p.m., Eagles 234, Kalispell
It’s time to put that classic punk rock costume to use. This Halloween party features the Graveyard Girlscouts, the Lucitones, and Bear Keg. 21 and older.
Richard Fraiolo Halloween Weekend
9 p.m., Casey’s, Whitefish
Dance to the DJ on both Friday and Saturday. 21 and older.
Saturday, Oct. 29
2nd Annual Halloween Family Boo Run
10 a.m., O’Shaughnessy Center, Whitefish
The entire family is encouraged to enjoy a morning of Halloween fun with this 5K run/walk. Costumes are encouraged but not required and prizes will be awarded to the best. Race begins and ends at the O’Shaughnessy Center. Pre-register at www.runsignup.com. Same-day registration available from 8:45-9:45 a.m. Cost is $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Contact Whitefish Theater Company at (406) 862-5371 for a $50 family pass or for questions.
North Valley Eagles Halloween Costume Party
6-9 p.m., North Valley Eagles, Columbia Falls
Get dressed up and enjoy a potluck dinner with games, music and prizes for the scariest, most original and best couple/group costumes. Voting at 9 p.m. It will be a scream!
Halloween Party at Flathead Lake Brewing Company
7 p.m., Flathead Lake Brewing Co., Bigfork
Eat, drink and be scary with Flathead Lake Brewing Co. all Halloween weekend. There will be a costume party and live music with the Mike Murray Duo from 7-10 p.m. Judging for the contest will begin at 8 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for scariest, funniest and best couple. Prizes include lift tickets to Whitefish Mountain Resort, a bottle of Kah Day of the Dead tequila, and more.
Haunted Pirate Ship Halloween Party
8 p.m., Marina Cay Resort, Bigfork
Check out this inaugural Haunted Pirate Ship Halloween Party. Admission is free. Come dressed as your favorite pirate and dance the night away to Billy Angel. Prizes will be awarded for the three best costumes.
The Funkiest Halloween Party on the Planet
8 p.m., Eagles 234, Kalispell
Funk out in costume to 20 Grand and Pedacter Project. 21 and older.
Halloween Party at Fatt Boy’s
9 p.m., Fatt Boy’s, Kalispell
Get dressed up and enjoy the party. 21 and older.
Richard Fraiolo Halloween Weekend
9 p.m., Casey’s, Whitefish
Dance to the DJ on both Friday and Saturday. 21 and older.
Monday, Oct. 31
Trunk or Treat Family Event
4-7 p.m., FVCC, Kalispell
The community college is hosting its third annual Trunk or Treat from 4-7 p.m. in the west facing parking lot on campus. The event is free and open to the public and offers a safe, one-stop trick-or-treating venue for families. FVCC is seeking people to decorate their vehicle trunks and hand out treats to children during the event. FVCC will provide the treats for distribution, and there is no cost to participate. Cash prizes will be awarded for the best trunk decorations. For more information, contact Veterans’ Association President Adam Jones at [email protected] or visit www.fvc c.edu/trunk-or-treat. Cash prizes will be awarded for the best decorated vehicle trunks.
Trick or Treat at Sunburst Village
5:30-7:30 p.m., The Village at Sunburst, Kalispell
Bring the kids for a fun, safe night of trick or treating at the Sunburst Village. Costume contest with prizes!
Whitefish Halloween Costume Contest
6-9 p.m., Downtown Whitefish
One of the all-time great annual costume contests is featuring over $2,000 in cash prizes this year. Participants tour downtown gaining signatures from judges while enjoying the festivities. To participate you must register before 8 p.m. at either Whitefish Handcrafted Sprits, The Chiropractor in the former Crush Lounge or Spotted Bear Spirits. Entry fee is $10 for individuals and $20 for a group of two or more. Participants must have their card stamped by six out of nine judges to qualify.The participating locations include The Bulldog, Craggy Range, Tupelo Grille, Great Northern Brewing Company, Great Northern Bar, Truby’s, Casey’s, MacKenzie River Pizza and ending at the VFW, where winners will be announced at 10 p.m. The grand prize is $500. Must be 21 and older to participate.