Halloween is synonymous for horror films, scary thrills—and what better place to watch than in a 188-year-old theater? Make your way to Jane Pickens Theater in Newport for a series of Halloween themed movies perfect for spooky season. 

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• Hocus Pocus, Tuesday, October 17th at 7:30 PM
• Scream (Halloween Party), Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30 PM
• Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho, Wednesday, October 25th at 6:00 PM
• John Carpenter's The Thing, Wednesday, October 25th at 8:30 PM
• Young Frankenstein, Saturday, October 28th at 4:30 PM
• The Exorcist 50th Anniversary, Tuesday, October 31st at 7:30 PM

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Can't make a showing in Newport? Stream Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+, which was filmed partially in Newport! More info and filming locations here. 

There’s no better way to walk through the ghostly history of Newport than with a 90-min lantern-led stroll Olde Town Ghost Walk. Discover the ghosts, ghouls and legends of the haunted city by the sea.

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Picture this: Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard famous "pumpkins" racing across the basin to raise money for charity, Friends of Newport Skatepark. Name a better, more wholesome, activity for fall.

Laugh, cheer, and support your favorite team—or gather some friends and compete yourself at this annual Halloween themed regatta. 

Photo Credit: Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard

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All things Halloween—trick-or-treating, craft and food vendors, costume contests, and more fall family fun. Plus, enjoy free admission and parking on Sunday, October 22nd from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

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The Sailing Museum has a lot of tricks up their hulls. Enjoy a haunted hull-o-ween scavenger hunt on the last two Saturdays in October, filled with treats, storytelling, and so much more. Costumes encouraged and kids under 10 are free. 

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Perfect for little ghouls the festive celebrations at the Coggeshall Farm in Bristol, all fun with no fright. Kids will experience the farm in the evening with a whole new look, all decorated for Halloween, complete with trick-or-treat stations at each spot.

Carve a spooky apple head, try some of kid’s games, and go on a night hike while visiting the farm. Guests are welcome to come in their own costumes to join in on the fun (this is a family event, so nothing too scary, please).

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Halloween Youth Celebration by L.E.A.D

WHEN: Wednesday, October 25th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM
WHERE: Newport Pride Center, 42 Spring St, Newport

Head to the Newport Pride Center on Wednesday, October 25th for an afternoon of games, costume contests and cosplay celebrations, food, tarot and art, music and so much more! 

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Halloween Last Friday Social 

WHEN: Friday, October 27th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM
WHERE: Newport Pride Center, 42 Spring St, Newport

Think: A classic last Friday social, meeting new friends and having a blast, with a halloween twist! 

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Make your way to the Newport Public Library for a halloween themed story time and craft fit for the whole family. 

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Picture this: starting Halloween weekend off with a film focused on bats. Complimentary snacks and drinks will be provided.

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Ready to get your spook on? Experience a truly unique candle lit (don't worry, the candles are fake) tour with paranormal stories and tales of Belcourt's spirited past. Are you in?

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Art Pop Up 

WHEN: Thursday, October 26th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Art-pop ups are back—but make them Halloween themed!

Make your way to Rejects Beer Co. in Middletown for a night of spooks. Wear your best costume, listen to tunes by King Sickabilly and enjoy a night of art, fun, and more.

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Doggy Halloween Costume Party

WHEN: Friday, October 27th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Dogs in halloween costumes, spooky music, and B-Side food truck—need we go on? Winner and runner up for best costumes, and $1 per 4-pack to-go beer sold, is donated to the Potter League to complete one epic night. 

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Grab your favorite costume and head to The Breakers for a special spooky night of trick-or-treating. Available in two sessions, at 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Bring your treat bag and a non-perishable good to donate to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center food pantry.

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Here for the booze? Head to the newly renovated Newport Craft, for a day of trunk-or-treating, doggie (and human) costume contests, family fun, music, and of course, beer! Trunk-or-treat from 1:00 - 3:00 PM, and costume party from 3:00 - 7:00 PM.

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“Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore,” -Susan Battle, Executive Director.

With rumored tales of hauntings—hint hint: vampires may or may not be involved—it makes sense Linden Place hosts an annual event to share its lore.

Make your way to Bristol for Linden Place’s annual “Night at the Mansion Halloween Haunt”, returning on Saturday, October 28th for an evening of spooky fun. Enjoy ghostly candlelit tours of the storied manse and grounds, a cash bar serving fabulous adult beverages, live music and dancing in the ballroom and so much more. 

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Step inside Newport’s most iconic mansion for an evening of mystery and intrigue this Halloween. Celebrate Fall’s most convivial holiday at The Vanderbilt with The Cabinet of Curiosities and experience the seductive, unconventional and fabulous world of Alfred Vanderbilt. Partake in a dinner theater experience featuring captivating performances from No Ring Circus, a New York-based theatrical production company specializing in the fusion of circus sideshow, performance art and theater, accompanied by an indulgent multi-course menu and unlimited champagne.

• Cocktail Hour: $175 per guest | 5:30 - 8:30 PM
• Dinner Theater Experience: $275 per person, including dinner and open bar | Seating One: 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Seating Two: 8:30 - 10:00 PM
• $1000 per couple, including a one-night stay and breakfast

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Spooky season is upon us, and Stoneacre Garden is ready. Think: A killer halloween party with costume contests, themed boos and cocktails, and music to dance your head off to. Classic. 

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What is more Halloween than a corn maze? Escobar Farm Corn Maze is throwing a classic, old school, Halloween party for the entire family. Come in costume for $1 off admission. 

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A Newport classic—Halloween at Dockside. Grab your favorite ghouls and head to Waites Wharf for a 21+ Newport Nightlife party on Saturday, October 28th. Doors open at 9:00 PM, come in costume, winners get a cash prize. Max capacity of 1000 people, buy your tickets today. 

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Hit the trails for a spooky afternoon with the family at Norman Bird Sanctuary. Meander past graveyards, spot wildlife, and gather treats along the trail at different trick-or-treating stations. 

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Make your way to Fort Adams State Park for this special Halloween edition of cars + coffee.

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