–Let me apologize now for any upcoming predictable and cheesy puns.–
Goodbye September and hello October! You know what that means? Time to turn your mind to all things spooky, haunted, scary, and just plain creepy. Don’t let Halloween sneak up on you and drive you batty this year…why not plan ahead and start early? This holiday is, after all, the most fun for the sake of fun holiday of them all! (Please excuse my excitement, a birthday near Halloween does that to a person)
First things first, you need costumes. I’ll list for you a few spooktacular costume shops in Miami, certain to provide you with every thing you need. Dixon Costumes, found at NW 72nd Avenue, has been around since 1926! This store offers over 20,000 costumes to rent, 200 to purchase, as well your basic wigs, makeup, and masks. Miami Twice, located at SW 40th Street, offers quality vintage duds and new items. This place is great for shoppers looking for unique costumes. Looking for something more mainstreamed? Party City at North Kendall Drive, has a great selection of costumes, accessories, and decorations.
Now that you are dressed for the occasion, let’s take a look at some events guaranteed to be a scream! For families with children, there are great events you can bring your kids to before the inevitable Trick’or’Treating.
The Miami Metropolitan Zoo offers candy stations, craft workshops, and themed animal performances. Free with admission on October 27-28, 11:00am-4:00pm. The Gold Coast Railroad Museum will be ideal for young train lovers with a ride through a spooky forest, rail-realted crafts, and halloween storytelling. This event is open on October 27-28 5:30pm-9:00pm. Wonderful Jungle Island will give visitors the chance to enjoy creepy cookie decorating, a goblin pie eating contest, magical arts and witch crafts, a bounce house, DJ, games, Wii tournament (presented by Best Buy), and even more. There is even a costume contest at the Garden Outpost from 12:00pm-3:00pm where you can win great prizes. And let’s not forget the opportunity to see some amazing animals! The event occurs on October 25-26. Bring a Sierra Mist can to receive a $6.00 discount on general admission. The Miami Children’s Museum will also offer Halloween decoration workshops and costume events.
No kids? Then perhaps you find these events more appealing. The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens will be holding a fancy soiree at the estate on October 27 from 8:00pm to 1:00am. Guests are expected to come in costume. Tickets cost $125. Or how about the AAA Ghost Hunt & Tour in Fort Lauderdale? You will be led on creepy tour, complete with scary stories, of downtown’s haunted attractions. Spirits Nightclub in Hollywood is another option. The danceclub will be having a costume contest Halloween night starting at 10:00pm. The price will be $20. Or if you are looking for something a little less structured, check out the Lincoln Road Mall in Miami Beach which is bound to come alive at night with outlandish sights and sounds.
Be aware that this is only a small number of the available activities and costume shops in Miami, or in South Florida in general. No matter what you decide to do, or wear, make sure you relax and have some fun!
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