A Very Hattiesburg Halloween

Here are just a few happenings and attractions to get you in the spooky spirit:

Events

Largest Pumpkin Carving Party in the Gulf South - Oct. 10

Join the Hattiesburg Avenues at Keg and Barrel and celebrate the beginning of the Halloween season! Pumpkins are available for purchase, as well as commemorative t-shirts.

Scary Movie Saturday – Oct. 12

Whether a family-friendly movie or a horror classic, Hattiesburg has just the flick for you on this Scary Movie Saturday in downtown Hattiesburg. Hattiesburg Parks and Recreation is hosting a free showing of “Monster House,” (G) for families followed by “Jeepers Creepers” (R) for adults in Town Square Park. Across the district, The Lucky Rabbit is also showing a movie in PickNik Park. Both showings will have food and drink vendors available, and guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets for seating. For more information, visit The Lucky Rabbit or Hattiesburg Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Spooky Tiki with Little Smoke House of Horrors – Oct. 18 - 19

Southern Prohibition Brewery is doing what they do best, brewing up some of their finest beers and throwing a party to celebrate! Join them for a Halloween bash complete with the Little Smoke House of Horrors, aka ALL the smoked meats, and a tiki bar extravaganza.

Rocky Horror Picture Show – Oct. 18

Shivering with antici…pation? The wait is almost over for the Historic Saenger Theater’s annual showing of cult-classic “Rocky Horror Picture Show” This year’s event will once again include a block party beginning one hour prior to showtime, a costume contest, interactive prop bags for purchase, and a live performance that occurs in tandem with the movie showing. Costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit HattiesburgSaenger.com.

Zoo Boo – Oct. 18 - 30

Held on the grounds of the Hattiesburg Zoo, Zoo Boo features Halloween-themed fun for all ages. The “Creepy Cantina” and “Goblin Grill” will serve up some spooky specials, and activities such as “The Haunted High Ropes Adventure Course” and “The Petrifying Petting Zoo” will help you get in the Halloween spirit. For more information on the 10-night event, visit https://hattiesburgzoo.com/.

Booseum at the Museum – Oct. 25

Booseum, which is the African American Military History Museum’s annual Halloween event, is geared toward children ages 3 to 12 years of age. The Museum comes to life after hours with fangtastic decor, wicked games, creepy-crawly crafts and some howling good food. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite Halloween costume and participate in the costume contest. The night will end with a spooktacular trick-or-treat tour. For more information, call (601) 450.1942.

12th Annual Hattiesburg Halloween Parade - Oct. 26

Step back in time with Hattiesburg's Halloween parade, but don't forget your pillowcase. You'll walk away with all kinds of candy. Sponsored by Keith's Superstores, this long-running parade is a staple in the community.

Attractions

Lucky Rabbit

A self-proclaimed junk shop spanning over two buildings, The Lucky Rabbit features a variety of vendors who specialize in vintage, collectible, antique, nostalgic, and handmade items. This Hattiesburg staple just celebrated its 10-year anniversary and has been featured on HGTV’s Home Town multiple times. The Lucky Rabbit’s owners frequently recreate popular television and movie sets as free photo ops in the store. The current sets include Beetlejuice, Stranger Things, Schitt's Creek, and The Ring. Past sets have included The Office, Home Alone, and Griswold Family Vacation. For more information, visit The Lucky Rabbit on Facebook.

Hattiesbones Skeletour

A first-time attraction in downtown, many small businesses came together this Halloween season to create an engaging tour throughout the district using 12-foot skeletons. Each skeleton is stationed in front of a retailer, restaurant, or attraction in downtown, encouraging pedestrian traffic throughout. Each business decorated its skeleton with a theme that tied into its business or inspired the downtown aesthetic. More than thirteen skeletons have a unique QR code that, when scanned, displays the skeleton’s fictional backstory and details about the business.

Stops on the Hattiesbones Skeletour include: Blooms Company, City Hall, Gratefull Soul, Hardy St. Roundabout, Hattiesburg Pocket Museum, Mackenzie’s on Main, Oh Snap! Selfie Museum, Southbound Bagel & Coffee, The Lucky Rabbit, Twin Forks Wine & Provisions, and Walnut Square Gifts. For more information, visit The Lucky Rabbit or Blooms Company on Facebook.