Halloween Events Feature Spooky Creatures, Themed Performances, Community Paddles Across US Coasts

Halloween celebrations across various U.S. cities feature a mix of spooky-themed events and educational experiences. In Ventura County, the Witches Paddle draws over 100 participants who dress up and paddle along the harbor, combining fun and festivity rather than fright. Indianapolis offers a cultural Halloween weekend with theatrical performances like 'Marie and Rosetta' and 'Young Frankenstein,' as well as a special classical concert by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. For families, a startup in the UK has launched interactive Halloween video trails designed to engage children in outdoor learning through geolocated experiences, though this is outside the U.S. context. In Sacramento, a themed river cruise provides scenic views with a Halloween twist, adding to the variety of local celebrations. Additionally, Science Friday highlights creepy creatures like bats, camel spiders, and venomous snakes, along with mysterious lakes, adding a scientific angle to the seasonal spookiness.