South Coast Weekend Guide (28-30 Oct)

Trivia question of the week: Today we carve pumpkins for Halloween, what was used before the pumpkin? Last week’s answer is at the bottom of the article.

Halloween is here!  There are many costume parties, haunted houses and events going on in New Bedford this weekend.  Warm weather has come to an end, fall has finally arrived with its cooler temperatures.  Friday looks to be cool and sunny in the 50’s, the night will have a chill so dress warm with temps around 32 degrees. Saturday could be a wash with a 50 percent chance of rain and possibly into the night.  Sunday the sun shines bright with high in the 50’s again, so all is not lost. Halloween day is looking to be the same, sunny and in the 50’s and when the trick or treaters come out it will be around 40 degrees.

FRIDAY, October 28th

Halloween is around the corner and Button Wood Park Zoo is having “Boo at the Zoo.”  Thrills and chills with frights and sights are in store for visitors.  Take a ride on the spooky train ride ($2) or a whirl on the bewitching carousel ($2).  Crafts, activities, and more will be available.  This fun event will take place Friday and Saturday night from 6 – 9pm.  Cost for members: $5 adult, $3 child or non-members: $10 adult, $8 child.  For more information go to www.bpzoo.org

Friday night is Freakfest 2011 at Black Watch Pub.  Wear your costume to win prizes, entertainment, and plenty of spirits to be had.  Doors open at 9pm and the cost is $5.

Feeling lucky?  Rose Alley (94 Front St. New Bedford) is having Lucky 13 perform at 9:30pm.  Stop in for one of there many beers, award winning appetizers and live music.

Looking for a more fast pace scene?  Head down to the Ice Chest (136 Huttleson Ave.) as DJ Eddie Freitas will be their from 9pm – 1am, or head to Fins (37 Union St.) as DJ Rage will be spinning some tunes and enjoy free pizza at midnight.  Also Kirby Irish Pub (818 Kempton St.) will be hosting karaoke night from 9 – 11pm.  21+ only!

For more events, check HERE.

SATURDAY, October 2

Roger Williams Park Zoo is hosting “Spooky Zoo” during the day from 10am – 3pm for all kids under 12 and dressed up in a costume.  There will be pumpkin carving, demonstrations, games, animal encounters and characters to meet.  Kids in costume are half price.  Tickets $8 per kid and $12 per adult.

For those who live for being scared head to either the Asylum of Horror or Factory of Terror.  I personally have not attempted either one of these scary places, but I have heard they are not for the faint of heart.  Full details on each:

• Asylum of Horror, 18 Pocasset St. Fall River, tickets $17.00 per adult, $12.00 per child with an adult. Their website may be helpful for those thinking of going, www.asylumofhorror.com
• Factory of Terror, 33 Pearl St. Fall River, tickets $20.00 per adult, $15.00 children under 10 or $35.00 for a VIP speedpass. www.factoryofterror.com

Saturday night is filled with live entertainment.  Captain Malibu will be performing at Rose Alley starting at 3pm and then at 9:30pm the J. Kelley Band comes in and rocks the night away.  Don’t miss out!

Johnny Barnes and the Nightcrawlers will be at the Ice Chest (136 Huttleston Ave, Fairhaven) from 9pm – 1am.  Come in a costume to win big money and enjoy the Halloween party.

Horror Business is at No Problemo (813 Purchase Street, New Bedford) singing Misfits covers. The Halloween bash is from  10pm – 1am. 21+ only !

SUNDAY, October 30

It looks to be quiet in the city on Sunday but that doesn’t mean there isn’t something to do.  King Richard’s Fair is still going on in Carver, or head down to Roger William’s Park Zoo for Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular.  Have a scenic dinner at the Waterfront Grille, sit by the windows or outside on the deck and enjoy the view  of the harbor while savoring delicious dishes.  Boo at the Zoo is happening if you missed it on Friday.

The Ocean Explorium has opened a new Sea Scallop Touch Tank, you can actually hold a scallop.  The Ocean Explorium is located at 174 Union Street in Downtown New Bedford, is open Thursday through Sunday, 10am – 4pm, and is handicap accessible through the building’s rear entrance.

For football lovers head over to the Ice Chest Bar & Grille for “All Day NFL Sunday Ticket.”  Meet friends, watch your favorite team and enjoy delicious, fresh food. Did I mention their 1,000 quart bar filled with ice cold beer?

On Sunday night at Rose Alley Ale House, Kenny Richards with be performing from 6 – 9pm.  This is also a great place to try a new beer, listen to music and catch a game.

Every Sunday night starting at 7pm, The Pour Farm Tavern will be having Jam Sessions hosted by Matt Antunes. Jazz, Blues, Funk, or Good Ol’ Rock and Roll are welcome. Want to jam? Contact Matt: straightlaceproductions@comcast.net

For more events, check HERE.

The answer to the  trivia question is: The Zeiterion, kinda easy.  It opened April 2, 1923 and was known as State Theatre, it was renamed sometime after 1950.

I love the whole month of October and Halloween is one of my favorite holidays.  I know this means the ending of summer, but it is also means get out there before the cold sets in.  Let me know if anyone tries out one of those haunted houses, would love to know what you think.