Winchester Unitarian Society

For the second consecutive year, “Dr. Feverdream’s Halloween Experiment” will take over Winchester Unitarian Society (WUS) with multi-sensory installations, animatronics, immersive sets, hundreds of props, and dozens of actors, promising visitors a Haunted House experience like no other. Following on last year’s breakout debut, “Dr. Feverdream’s Halloween Experiment” offers spine-chilling experiences for thrill-seekers as well as friendlier adventures for young children and families.The event takes place on Friday, October 23, and Saturday October 24, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at 478 Main Street, Winchester.Every October, so the story goes, the normally respectable neuroscientist Dr. Feverdream pauses his regular research to study how fear affects people in and around Winchester. This Halloween, he’s studying the effects of ancient Greek monsters and punishments on the human psyche. (For the younger set, he’s studying daydreaming.) On entering the Haunted House, guests are invited to choose one of three pathways. Fearless folks can take either the Scary Path of Punishments or make their way through the Dark Labyrinth of Monsters, while families and young children can travel a fun-filled pathway on a Rainforest Adventure. All pathways end in the Haunted Hall, where guests can play games and other activities and purchase snacks and treats.&nbsp;Tickets are $15 and may be purchased in advance and at the door with cash, credit card, or e-payments. For tickets, go to <a href="https://www.winchesteruu.org/2026/09/19/haunted-house/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.winchesteruu.org/2026/09/19/haunted-house/</a>. For more information, call 781-729-0949.
Free parking is available on the street and in the staff parking lot of McCall Middle School next door.

Local Event: Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian Society’s Haunted House, October 23rd and 24th

Middlesex County

Winchester

Massachusetts

Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian...

For the second consecutive year, “Dr. Feverdream’s Halloween Experiment” will take over Winchester Unitarian Society (WUS) with...

Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian Society’s Haunted House, October 23rd and 24th

Winchester Unitarian Society's Music in the Sanctuary series opens its 2026–2027 season with a performance by the acclaimed Beacon Brass Quintet on Friday, October 30th, at 8:00 PM. 
Hailed as "one of the nation's finest chamber ensembles," Beacon Brass is noted for covering an enormous spectrum of music, from classical to contemporary.&nbsp;The program spans roughly 400 years, from Purcell's "Fanfare in C" and Bach's "My Spirit Be Joyful" to Duke Ellington's "Sophisticated Lady" and favorites from Leonard Bernstein's "West Side Story." Also on the bill are crowd-pleasing sea chanteys, swing tunes, and a nod to Halloween with Tchaikovsky's "The Witch."
Although brass has stirred crowds dating back to the Baroque and Renaissance, the modern brass quintet is a 20th-century invention, born of the notion that brass instruments can play with the intimacy and refinement of a string quartet. With two trumpets, a French horn, a trombone, and a tuba, Beacon Brass brings home the stunning power, versatility, and surprising&nbsp;delicacy of brass. Music will be performed by Dana Russian and Dana Oakes on trumpet, Kevin Owen on French horn, Hans Bohn on trombone, and Donald Rankin on tuba. The ensemble has performed in concert throughout the United States and on radio and television. The group’s members also play with numerous orchestral groups, including the Boston Pops, Boston Ballet Orchestra, Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, and Boston Lyric Opera, among others.The concert will be held in the Winchester Unitarian Society sanctuary, 478 Main Street, Winchester; it will also be live-streamed. Admission at the door or online is $20 for adults and $5 for students. The venue is handicapped accessible, and street parking is available. For more information and the live-stream link, visit <a href="https://www.winchesteruu.org/ongoing-activities-groups/concert-series/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.winchesteruu.org/ongoing-activities-groups/concert-series/</a><a href="https://www.winchesteruu.org/ongoing-activities-groups/concert-series/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a> or call 781-729-0949.

Local Event: Celebrated Beacon Brass Quintet in Concert, October 30th, in Winchester

Celebrated Beacon Brass Quintet in Concert,...

Winchester Unitarian Society's Music in the Sanctuary series opens its 2026–2027 season with a performance by the acclaimed...

Celebrated Beacon Brass Quintet in Concert, October 30th, in Winchester

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Arts Collaborative Medford

Attend the Final Bead Affaire! &nbsp;Shop for beads, findings, artist created beads, gemstones, and more. &nbsp;Attend beading demos and learn something new. &nbsp;Celebrate Beadesigner International's 40th Anniversary! &nbsp;Raffles will be held hourly, and there will be some other freebies too. &nbsp;Don't miss it!

Local Event: Bead Affaire

Bead Affaire

Attend the Final Bead Affaire!  Shop for beads, findings, artist created beads, gemstones, and more.  Attend beading demos and...

Calling all pups, pet parents and Halloween lovers! Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon on The Lawn featuring costumes, treats, trick-or-treating and plenty of tail-wagging fun — all while giving back to the <a href="https://gdrne.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Great Dog Rescue New England</a>&nbsp;(GDRNE).
WHAT TO EXPECT
<ul><li>Pup Costume Contest — Come dressed to impress for a chance to win a $200 gift card to the Assembly Row business of your choice!</li><li>Pup Trick-or-Treating — Pick up a map and visit participating Assembly Row businesses for treats and goodies</li><li>Paw-some Activities — Enjoy pup-centric freebies, treats and activities on The Lawn</li><li>Tito’s Vodka for Dog People — Pop-up bar, samples, giveaways and more</li><li>Pup-Friendly Vendors — Shop and discover goodies from local pet-focused businesses</li><li>Adoption Opportunities — Meet adoptable pups and learn more about GDRN</li></ul>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/howl-o-ween-yappy-hour-tickets-2002725203997" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">GIVE BACK WITH YOUR TICKET</a>
While tickets are not required to attend, we encourage guests to <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/howl-o-ween-yappy-hour-tickets-2002725203997" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">purchase a $10 donation ticket</a>to unlock additional perks during the event, with 100% of ticket proceeds benefiting Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE).
Donation Perks Include:
<ul><li>Professional Pup Portraits (taken during the event)</li><li>Assembly Row branded giveaways + freebies</li><li>Build-Your-Own Dog Toy Station with GDRNE</li><li>Bond Vet Swag Bag</li></ul>

Local Event: Assembly Row's Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour

Assembly Row's Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour

Calling all pups, pet parents and Halloween lovers! Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon on The Lawn featuring costumes,...

Shriners Auditorium

Over 150 of the regions finest juried Artisans and Craftsmen will display and sell their American made works including Floral Arrangements, Paper Crafts, Toys, Aroma-Therapy, Ceramics, Personal Care Products, Leather, Scarves, Folk Art, Soy Candles, Hair Accessories, Quilts, County Decor, Decorative Painting, Pet Treats &amp; Accessories, Fine Art, Holiday Décor, Pillows, Fine Jewelry, Cutting Boards, Turned Wood, Landscape &amp; Wildlife Photography, Cribbage Boards, Fine Furniture, Fused Glass, Painted Stemware, Children’s Clothing, Beach Glass Art, Adult Apparel, Gourds, Up-cycled Mittens, Fiber Art, Vintage Chic Décor, Knitted Hats, Original Oil Painting, Aprons, Ornaments, Doll Clothes, Fine Wood Crafts, Sheep Skin Slippers, Glass Block Lanterns, 3D Decoupage, Handmade Soap, Flags, Carved Wood Flags, Baskets, Wind Chimes, Baby Blankets, Pine Cone Wreathes, Sterling, Sports Apparel, Custom Signs, Peppermills, Intarsia, Fascinators, Pastels, Shell Craft, Metal Works, Mesh Wreaths, Corian, Plush, Marquetry, Embroidery, Crystal Light Catchers and more.
Come and sample a variety of specialty foods such as Pickles, Fudge, Jerky, Herbal Dips, Chocolate, Infused Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Honey, Wine Slushy, Candied Nuts, Toffee, Jams, Seasoning Blends, Maple Products, Sauces, Soup Mixes and more.
Adult Admission $10.00, under 14 years of age are free. One admission is good for both days. 
$2.00 off admission coupon available at castleberryfairs.com
The Castleberry Fall Craft Festival is held rain or shine with plenty of free parking. 
Directions: From Route 93 take Exit 33. 
GPS Location: 99 Fordham Rd, Wilmington MA 01887.
Festival Hours: Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
For more information visit us at <a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010TgmSHFJt6SZdi1nEzANEaMpupi6_JH6DPWhEKpnyHQZGy2xjJhXOT-wdgO0xsOvv7Kuu4ZmgEbOuowSay184n-b0eTCkJkS2PV88mlgWfMP9o2oxhPcLiKeAXh_RFgOzjrtQRvtJFUFjjgUTSXUAucv_yqgNOhDC4z_AftGusvMe7sdcn1tPQ==&amp;c=y-JZEg6tyrSgl7YcnxV9jUw9zwIwx3MBbYTs_3ZEcPNlZ8sUH9pNqQ==&amp;ch=QH5ympiStPqIWiP5s2av7A-WQcIwYHWSz9gxJydnc7oAPYDVZ-VI2A==" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">castleberryfairs.com</a>

Local Event: Fall Castleberry Fair

Wilmington

Fall Castleberry Fair

Over 150 of the regions finest juried Artisans and Craftsmen will display and sell their American made works including Floral...

Join us Sunday, October 25 from 1–3 PM for Trick-or-Treat for a Cause, with plenty of candy and surprises waiting for you at participating Assembly Row businesses throughout the neighborhood.
Trick-or-treating is FREE and open to the public, but donations of NEW personal care items + cold weather essentials, or monetary contributions are highly encouraged to benefit the <a href="https://somervillehomelesscoalition.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Somerville Homeless Coalition</a>&nbsp;(SHC). See below for ways to give!
Start on The Lawn to drop off your donations benefitting SHC, pick up your trick-or-treat map, enjoy free face painting and Halloween beats before making your way around The Row!

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Personal Care + Cold Weather Essentials Needed for Somerville Homeless Coalition:
All donated items must be NEW and unused. Personal care products should be unopened and in their original packaging.
<ul><li>Deodorant</li><li>Travel-size shampoo &amp; conditioner</li><li>Lotion</li><li>Chapstick</li><li>Body/baby wipes</li><li>Hand warmers</li><li>Wool/warm socks</li><li>Winter hats &amp; gloves</li></ul>

Local Event: Assembly Row's Trick-or-Treat for a Cause

Assembly Row's Trick-or-Treat for a Cause

Join us Sunday, October 25 from 1–3 PM for Trick-or-Treat for a Cause, with plenty of candy and surprises waiting for you at...

Main Street

Join us for one of Woburn’s most beloved fall traditions—the Woburn Host Lions Halloween Parade—and help make a meaningful difference for sight-saving research.
Each year, on the last Sunday in October, Main Street comes alive with families, children, bands, floats, costumes, and community spirit. More than 30,000 people gather to celebrate “Parade Sunday,” reconnect with neighbors, and enjoy a true New England homecoming atmosphere.
Bring your ghosts, goblins, superheroes, princesses, friends, and family to Main Street in Woburn at 1:00 p.m.—rain or shine. Arrive early for the best curbside view as the parade begins near Crowne Plaza/Showcase Cinema, travels south through Woburn Center, continues onto Lake Avenue at the Winchester line, and ends at Horn Pond. The 2.2-mile route typically takes about 90 minutes from start to finish.
Your presence matters—and so does your generosity. The Woburn Host Lions use this parade to raise funds for the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund, supporting vital research that helps protect and restore vision. Please consider making a donation, large or small, when you attend. Every contribution helps advance the Lions’ mission of service and assist to improve the life of those affected by vision loss.

Local Event: Woburn Host Lions 72 Annual Halloween Parade

Woburn Host Lions 72 Annual Halloween Parade

Join us for one of Woburn’s most beloved fall traditions—the Woburn Host Lions Halloween Parade—and help make a meaningful...

Crawford Memorial United Methodist Church

Experience an afternoon with the Grammy-winning high school choir from the Boston Arts Academy, who have performed at Carnegie Hall and gubernatorial inaugurations. This gold-status ensemble delivers a powerful performance that is free to the public, though seat reservations are encouraged. Reserve your seat <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewdl7qtW0aRx67qMqcg4gGmuiopt5un-NWkwdZIUgbrex9FQ/viewform" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>.

Local Event: The Spirituals

The Spirituals

Experience an afternoon with the Grammy-winning high school choir from the Boston Arts Academy, who have performed at Carnegie...

Mystic Open Studio

The October Full Moon is named the Hunter’s Moon. The name reflects the time of year when deer were hunted to stockpile for the winter months. It will bring with it themes of preparation, clarity and discernment. It asks what must be secured, and what must be released. This moon will be in Taurus and is an earth sign that is associated with the physical world. The energy around the moon in this sign will be around, stability, resources, comfort, values, and what we need to do to secure these before the colder months.
=The Mystic Moon Full Moon Ceremony is an invitation to gather in community, honor the energy of the Full Moon, and reflect on the wisdom of nature’s cycles.
Throughout the evening, we are guided through meditation, reflection, shared insight, and ritual, creating intentional lists of what we are ready to release and what we wish to call into our lives. Under the open sky, we offer these lists to the fire in a symbolic act of letting go and manifestation.
The evening closes with oracle cards, allowing each person to receive a message, affirmation, or gentle guidance from the universe.

This gathering is welcoming, nurturing, and supportive — open to all who feel called to connect, reflect, release, and renew.$35

Local Event: Mystic Moon - A Full Moon Ceremony

Mystic Moon - A Full Moon Ceremony

The October Full Moon is named the Hunter’s Moon. The name reflects the time of year when deer were hunted to stockpile for the...

The Cellar at Hotel Salem

Double your pleasure and double your fun with an exclusive evening featuring two iconic Hildas, Caroline Rhea and Lucy Davis. Enhance your night with the Hilda VIP Experience add-on for $75, including a meet and greet, autographs, photos, and a Hilda-curated swag bag.

Local Event: Two Hildas Fly Into A Bar! Caroline Rhea & Lucy Davis

Essex County

Beverly

Two Hildas Fly Into A Bar! Caroline Rhea & Lucy...

Double your pleasure and double your fun with an exclusive evening featuring two iconic Hildas, Caroline Rhea and Lucy Davis....

Two Hildas Fly Into A Bar! Caroline Rhea & Lucy Davis

ResearchILD Book Panel and Open House Event 
ResearchILD is hosting a panel discussion featuring their President, Lynn Meltzer, Ph.D., who will be joined by Robert Brooks, Ph.D., and Ellen Braaten, Ph.D., co-authors of the new book, "Executive Function and Emotional Regulation in the Classroom."&nbsp; Join us as the panel answers questions about how executive function and emotional regulation connect.&nbsp; Educators, parents, and practitioners in the field of education, learning differences, and mental health are welcome to attend.&nbsp; Books will be available for purchase and signing. Contact jcutler@researchild.org or call Debbie at 781-861-3711 for more information.&nbsp;

Local Event: ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open House on Executive Function and Emotional Regulation

ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open...

ResearchILD Book Panel and Open House Event 
ResearchILD is hosting a panel discussion featuring their President, Lynn Meltzer,...

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Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian Society’s Haunted House, October 23rd and 24th

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Winchester Unitarian Society, 478 Main St, Winchester, MA

Celebrated Beacon Brass Quintet in Concert, October 30th, in Winchester

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8:00 PM

Winchester Unitarian Society, 478 Main St, Winchester, MA

Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian Society’s Haunted House, October 23rd and 24th

Bead Affaire

Assembly Row's Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour

Fall Castleberry Fair

Assembly Row's Trick-or-Treat for a Cause

Woburn Host Lions 72 Annual Halloween Parade

The Spirituals

Mystic Moon - A Full Moon Ceremony

Two Hildas Fly Into A Bar! Caroline Rhea & Lucy Davis

ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open House on Executive Function and Emotional Regulation