Got any plans for Thursday? If you’re wondering what to do, the Eugene and campus communities have a diverse array of events to get you in the Halloween spirit.
“I think there are a great variety of things to do on campus,” UO Cultural Forum Program Coordinator Justina Parsons-Bernstein said. “(People) can jump from event to event. People just need to use their imagination to keep themselves entertained.”
Just as “A Christmas Story” is a staple of the holiday season, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is becoming increasingly popular among the traditions of Halloween. Cultural Forum is showing the film at 9 p.m. at the EMU Ballroom, followed by a Rocky-themed feast in the Fishbowl from midnight to 1a.m. Tickets are $6for students and $8 general admission.
University Housing will also have some events to keep you scared and entertained.
“I hope that students participate in all the events on campus,” Residence Life Director Sandra Schoonover said.
In Carson, students can go to a free Halloween dance, as well as a “‘B’ Movie Night” from 9 p.m. to midnight. There will also be a late night horror show in the Barnhart and Riley complexes. In Bean, students can spread some sweet cheer during a trick-or-treat for children from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., then attend a costume dress up and movie at 8 p.m. at the Hamilton Complex. More Halloween themed events are also scheduled for the rest of the weekend in the dorms; events in the dorms are open only to residents.
Political Halloween fare is also available as former President Bill Clinton drums up support for Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Bill Bradbury at McArthur Court at noon. Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Ted Kulongoski, U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden and Art Alexakis of the band Everclear will also be at the rally.
If campaign rallies don’t sound like Halloween fun, how about some live music? The WOW Hall and campus radio station KWVA will host an evening of punk rock with D.R.I., New Society of Anarchists and Murdaholics. Tickets are $10 and are available at CD World, Face The Music, House of Records, Taco Loco, UO Ticket Office, and WOW Hall. Doors open at 8 p.m. and showtime is at 8:30 p.m..
Several bars around town also plan to keep you in a party mood.
Taylor’s Bar and Grill is having a costume ball, with Tympanic playing at 9 p.m., while Neighbors is hosting a costume contest at midnight with cash prizes for winners. Costs are $5 at the door.
You can also get a taste of a traditional Celtic Samhain celebration at the Rejuvenation Mind Spa at 272 W. 11th Ave. from 5 p.m. to midnight. This family-oriented event includes scavenger hunts, card reading, astrology and a “past life” booth.
“There are so many great things to do,” Student Life Assistant Dean Sheryl Eyster said. “I hope everyone has a safe and happy, fun-filled Halloween weekend.”