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Something wicked this way comes

6 Halloween events in Louisville
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See the Witches’ Tree on the corner of 6th Street and Park Avenue in Old Louisville. | Photo by LOUtoday
We’re now officially in the second of the ‘ber months — and that mean Halloween is almost here.

Louisville’s calendar is packed with haunted events for all ages. Whether you like to celebrate with good grub and drinks, a spine-tingling show, or something more family-friendly, Derby City has you covered.

Food and drink

Hocus Pocus, 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens
Bring your sistahhhs to this annual evening spectacular on Thursday, Oct. 24 with The Beauty Boost Louisville. Visit themed self-care stations, including mini massages + facials, handmade candles, and permanent jewelry. Tickets are $30.
Monster Mash at High Stakes, Tempo by Hilton
Enjoy an evening under the stars at this rooftop restaurant + bar on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m.. The swing band Tin Pan Alley Cats will provide the music — it’s sure to be a graveyard smash.

For the kids

Halloween Cruise, Belle of Louisville
Board the 110-year-old steamboat for a cruise on Sunday, Oct. 27. There will be Halloween-themed crafts, a trick-or-treat train, and a dance party.

Boo at the Zoo, Louisville Zoo
Ride a decorated Halloween-themed carousel and get up close with real spiders and their webs in a guided tour — costumes are encouraged. Boo at the Zoo runs through Sunday, Oct. 27.

Theater

David Dominé’s The Victorian Ghost Tour, Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
See the ghost stories of Old Louisville brought to life by actors in this two-hour walking tour. It runs Friday, Oct. 18-Sunday, Oct. 20 with 12 tours each night, departing every 15 minutes after 6 p.m.

“Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy,” Actors Theatre
This adaptation of the Bram Stoker classic runs through Sunday, Oct. 20. If you want even more vampiric goodness, attend The Dracula Ball on Friday, Oct. 18, an after-show party with music, magic, and a costume contest.
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Events
Wednesday, Oct. 2
  • Hermitage Horse Tour | Wednesday, Oct. 2-Sunday, Nov. 3 | Goshen | $14+ | Experience the inner workings of a thoroughbred nursery, see historic carriages, and meet retired racehorses.
Thursday, Oct. 3
Friday, Oct. 4
  • Music Without Borders: Across The Divide | Friday, Oct. 4 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Neighborhood House | Free | See a concert that includes Juan Pablo Contreras’ “Mariachitlán,” Nino Rota’s “Bassoon Concerto,” and more.
  • Violent Femmes | Friday, Oct. 4 | 8 p.m. | Old Forester’s Paristown Hall | $52+ | “Blister in the sun” while you listen to this 1980s folk punk band.
Saturday, Oct. 5
  • Georgetown Fall Craft Show | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Georgetown, IN | Free, price of purchase | Shop handmade crafts by local artisans and eat local food.
  • McAlpine Locks Narrated Cruise | Saturday, Oct. 5, Saturday, Oct. 19 | 12:30 p.m. | Belle of Louisville | $21.99+ | Embark on a three-hour-tour through the McAlpine Locks to experience this engineering marvel.
Events calendar here
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Health

How UofL Health helped a local mom navigate a breast cancer diagnosis
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Kim says after her treatment ended, she hugs her loved ones a little tighter and feels like a better mom. | Photo provided by UofL Health
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, UofL Health is sharing stories of real cancer-free patients, like Kim Landrum.

Throughout treatment, Kim says the UofL Health - Brown Cancer Center made her feel safe + comfortable by :
  • Collaborating with multiple experts to create the best care plan
  • Using advanced technology to avoid additional, invasive surgery
  • Implementing holistic care options like counseling services + music therapy
Learn more about Kim’s journey (like how she adopted a new dog to celebrate the end of treatment) and how to schedule regular screenings.
Read Kim’s story
News Notes
Biz
  • The Old Louisville diner D. Nalley’s has been sold to Domino Partners LLC, the developer behind the nearby Noble Funk Brewing. The developer says it is looking for a new operator to bring a business to the restaurant. In the meantime, LOU has plenty of other diners to hit the spot. (Louisville Business First)
Outdoors
  • Applications are open for Idlewild Butterfly Farm’s Re-Wilding Louisville Initiative. Recipients will receive 32 plants for a 50-sqft native pollinator garden + a schematic for the design. Pro tip: Brush up on Louisville’s city code around native gardens, or managed natural landscapes.
Community
  • In honor of its fifth birthday, Logan Street Market wants your input to improve the market and its programming + services. Take the survey to say what kind of performances, events, vendors, and food options you’d like to see at the Shelby Park space.
Concert
  • The Louisville band The Get Down is going on a West Coast tour with Southern Culture on the Skids, a North Carolina-based rock band. You can catch them at two local shows this month before they skip town.
Watch
  • Who’s ready to “Dance Magic Dance?” Catch Jim Henson’s “Labyrinth” accompanied by a live band at the Louisville Palace next Tuesday, Oct. 8. Bonus: Did you know Louisville has had its own troupe of puppeteers for more than 25 years?
Holiday
  • Sundown tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Communities who observe this holiday typically enjoy apples and honey in hopes of having a sweet new year. The celebration runs until sundown on Friday, Oct. 4. Shana Tova! (That’s Hebrew for “have a good year.”)
Sports
  • Louisville lost big to Notre Dame, but the Cards have more chances to improve their playoff resume with matchups against SMU, Miami, and Virginia. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Wellness
    • Upgrade your morning cup of joe when you switch to VitaCup’s Genius Coffee. It’s infused with vitamins and minerals that support all-day energy + focus. Try it in coffee pods.*
     
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    Calling all ghost hunters

    Take a ghost tour of the Seelbach
    The Seelbach Hotel is a Beaux Arts Baroque style hotel with two awnings out front with the hotel's logo on them.
    Get your EKG and spirit box ready, LOU. | Photo by LOUtoday
    Louisville’s Seelbach Hotel was built in 1905, and in the ~120 years since it has garnered quite a haunted reputation.

    The Seelbach has been featured on lists of the most haunted hotels in America, and you have a chance to take a unique tour of the iconic landmark — all while helping downtown stay tidy and welcoming.

    The Louisville Downtown Partnership (LDP) is offering a ghost tour of the Seelbach Hotel on Thursday, Oct. 24, exclusive to Friends of Downtown.

    You can become a Friend of Downtown by donating any amount annually or monthly, which helps support the Downtown Partnership’s efforts to keep downtown LOU healthy and vibrant through initiatives like the ambassadors program.

    Friends of Downtown will receive an invite to the exclusive tour of the Seelbach ahead of the tour date.
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    From the editor
    Have you ever wanted to own a Gallapalooza horse? Now’s your chance.

    The Gallopalooza auction is this Friday, Oct. 4. All proceeds benefit Brightside, which helps keep Louisville’s streets clean. There are 31 horses up for auction, including my personal favorite, Pony Parker.
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