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1-31 The Maize – Daily 10am-9pm, 3901 Niagara Falls Blvd, Wheatfield. Miles of twists and turns carved into an 8 acre cornfield. 716.433.5505. www.cornfieldmaze.com
1-5 Feasting Eyes: Artists Take on Food – Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport. Exhibit of food-themed artwork by WNY artists. Curated by Gerald Mead. Gallery hours: M-F, Noon-5pm, Sat & Sun, 2-5pm. 716.433.2617. www.kenancenter.org
1-26 Annual Pumpkin Fiesta – Saturdays and Sundays, noon-5pm. Becker Farms, 3660 Quaker Road, Gasport. Live entertainment, pig races, food, wine-tasting, pony and hay rides. 716.772.2211. www.beckerfarms.com
2-5 Niagara International Kite Festival – Niagara Falls State Park & Reservoir State Park. Kites and flyers from around the world. 1-877-FALLS-US. www.niagarakite.com
3 Mason Winfield's Haunted History Walk – 7-8:30pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Informative, entertaining, rich and multidisciplinary, Haunted History Ghost Walks are inspired by a broad and unbiased understanding of the field of the paranormal. 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
4 Great Grapes and Art – 4-7pm. The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Avenue. Experience wines of the Niagara Region, sample local cuisine, enjoy an evening of opera presentations, take part in live and silent art and opera auctions, and more. Tickets $25 in advance / $30 at the door. 716.282.7530. www.thenacc.org
4 Marble Orchard Ghost Walks – 7-9pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Explore the grim and ghastly deeds of Lewiston's best and worst. Hear classic local ghost stories, myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, mystery, love & death. Secret and sinister, most of these events occurred a very long time ago.. Yes, ghosts still haunt Lewiston! 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
4-5 Niagara AppleFest – Lockport. Focusing on everything "apple"! Including a real emphasis on highlighting the history, social and economic contribution that our agricultural community, especially apples, have made to us here in Niagara County and Western New York. 716.533.3049.
5 Town of Porter Cabbage Festival – Ransomville Fire Company Grounds. Off Rt. 93 near Ransomville Road. As you stroll the fairgrounds, you can sample a variety of cabbage inspired dishes served up by our area restaurants. There's plenty for kids to do including a Fun Run, petting zoo, pony rides, bounce house, pumpkin painting, a farmer's market and a cabbage toss competition. www.northofthefalls.com
5 Historical Mansion Tour – 2-4pm. 2165 Lockport Olcott Rd, Burt. Guided tours of a beautiful turn-of-the-century mansion fully restored to former glory. 716.778.7197. www.olcott-newfane.com
9 The History Center Annual Dinner – 4-H Center, lake Avenue, Lockport. The program will feature the Dady Brothers performing music from the Erie Canal. Dinner will be prepared by Donna Eick from Divine Catering, a favorite in Niagara County. 716.434.7433. www.NiagaraHistory.org
10 Mason Winfield's Haunted History Walk – 7-8:30pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Informative, entertaining, rich and multidisciplinary, Haunted History Ghost Walks are inspired by a broad and unbiased understanding of the field of the paranormal. 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
10-31 River Region Scarecrow Expo – Throughout the main streets of Lewiston, Youngstown, Ransomville and Sanborn. Artistic interpretations of Scarecrows will welcome and enchant visitors along the main streets of our four quaint communities. It's the ultimate when it comes to good ole country fun. Bring the family and make a day of it! www.northofthefalls.com
11 Marble Orchard Ghost Walks – 7-9pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Explore the grim and ghastly deeds of Lewiston's best and worst. Hear classic local ghost stories, myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, mystery, love & death. Secret and sinister, most of these events occurred a very long time ago.. Yes, ghosts still haunt Lewiston! 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
11 The Haunted Gardens on the EEEErie Canal – 7-10pm. Halloween themed history event including a Guided Spooky Stroll and Haunted Hayride held on 3 Saturdays in October. Event presented by the North Tonawanda History Museum. Call museum for more information. 716.213.0554. www.nthistorymuseum.org
12 Historical Mansion Tour – 2-4pm. 2165 Lockport Olcott Rd, Burt. Guided tours of a beautiful turn-of-the-century mansion fully restored to former glory. 716.778.7197. www.olcott-newfane.com
12-31 Niagara Watercolor Society Exhibit – Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport. Juried show featuring WNY artists working in transparent watercolor. Free reception Sunday, Oct. 19, 2-5pm. Gallery hours: M-F, Noon-5pm, Sat & Sun, 2-5pm. Admission free. 716.433.2617. www.kenancenter.org
17 Halloween Spooktacular – 5:30-8pm. Little ghosts and goblins can enjoy a non-scary Halloween party. There will be an evening of Halloween fun, games, crafts, carousel rides, candy, snacks and more for children. The event is geared for children aged 3-8 but can be enjoyed by everyone. 716.693.1885. www.carrouselmuseum.org
17 Mason Winfield's Haunted History Walk – 7-8:30pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Informative, entertaining, rich and multidisciplinary, Haunted History Ghost Walks are inspired by a broad and unbiased understanding of the field of the paranormal. 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
18 Marble Orchard Ghost Walks – 7-9pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Explore the grim and ghastly deeds of Lewiston's best and worst. Hear classic local ghost stories, myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, mystery, love & death. Secret and sinister, most of these events occurred a very long time ago.. Yes, ghosts still haunt Lewiston! 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
18 The Princess and the Pea – 3 & 7pm. Lockport HS, 250 Lincoln Ave. Performed by the Missoula Children's Theatre and a cast of more than 50 local children. Tickets available in advance at the Kenan Center or at the door. 716.433.2617. www.kenancenter.org
18 The Haunted Gardens on the EEEErie Canal – 7-10pm. Halloween themed history event including a Guided Spooky Stroll and Haunted Hayride held on 3 Saturdays in October. Event presented by the North Tonawanda History Museum. Call museum for more information. 716.213.0554. www.nthistorymuseum.org
18 NCCC Scholarship Gala –Live Auction, Induction of Distinguished Alumni, Scholarship Presentations. 716.614.5911. www.niagaracc.suny.edu/foundation/gala.html
19 Sanborn Winetique Festival – 11am-5pm. Firement's Park, adj. to the Sanborn Fire Company on Buffalo Street (Rte 429) Visit Historic Sanborn for a day of Antique Shopping and Wine Tasting. There will be musical entertainment and food. 716.754.9500. www.northofthefalls.com
19 Historical Mansion Tour – 2-4pm. 2165 Lockport Olcott Rd, Burt. Guided tours of a beautiful turn-of-the-century mansion fully restored to former glory. 716.778.7197. www.olcott-newfane.com
24 Mason Winfield's Haunted History Walk – 7-8:30pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Informative, entertaining, rich and multidisciplinary, Haunted History Ghost Walks are inspired by a broad and unbiased understanding of the field of the paranormal. 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
25 Middleport Holiday Arts & Craft Show and Sale – Middleport Fire Hall, Main St., Middleport. Juried arts & craft show... one of the early and best in thea area that has run for nearly 40 years! Organizers seek out talented artisans and crafters to have the best quality. Luncheon is available. $1 admission for show. 716.735.7631.
25 The Haunted Gardens on the EEEErie Canal – 7-10pm. Halloween themed history event including a Guided Spooky Stroll and Haunted Hayride held on 3 Saturdays in October. Event presented by the North Tonawanda History Museum. Call museum for more information. 716.213.0554. www.nthistorymuseum.org
25 Halloween Spooktacular – 10am-4pm. FREE. Halloween costume contest, Haunted House and more! 716.286.6661. www.nypa.org
25 Halloween Happenings – Aquarium of Niagara, 701 Whirlpool Street. 716.285.3575. www.aquariumofniagara.org
25 Marble Orchard Ghost Walks – 7-9pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Explore the grim and ghastly deeds of Lewiston's best and worst. Hear classic local ghost stories, myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, mystery, love & death. Secret and sinister, most of these events occurred a very long time ago.. Yes, ghosts still haunt Lewiston! 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
25-26 Hallowine – Niagara Wine Trail. Who did it? Collect the clues while you sample wines at each winery on the trail. $20/person & receive the detectives initial report and enough information to set you along the way to solve the crime. A wine glass is yours at the first winery of your choice for wine tasting at each winery along the trail. www.niagarawinetrail.org
26 Historical Mansion Tour – 2-4pm. 2165 Lockport Olcott Rd, Burt. Guided tours of a beautiful turn-of-the-century mansion fully restored to former glory. 716.778.7197. www.olcott-newfane.com
26 Spring Lake Winery Wine Train – $39 per person, Children $20. Reservations Reguired! Train boards: Lockport at 9:30am (Michigan & Park Ave). Event includes 1 hour train ride with a Continental Breakfast, 1 hour tour at the Medina Railroad Museum, wine tasting, lunch on the grill, and music by the lake at Spring Lake Winery. Train departs winery at approx. 3:30pm (Return to Lockport at approx. 4pm). Music by the lake (coincides with train events if you are unable to purchase tickets) $20 per person for lunch, music and wine tasting (or glass of wine). 716.439.5253 www.springlakewinery.com
26 183rd Anniversary of the Opening of the Erie Canal – 24 Church Street, Lockport. Annual event celebrating the Wedding of the Waters that officially opened the Erie Canal in 1825. 716.434.7433 www.NiagaraHistory.org
31 Mason Winfield's Haunted History Walk – 7-8:30pm. 476 Center St., Lewiston. Informative, entertaining, rich and multidisciplinary, Haunted History Ghost Walks are inspired by a broad and unbiased understanding of the field of the paranormal. 716.754.0166. www.artcouncil.org
