What to do for Halloweekend

<p>The Ball State and Muncie areas have a variety of Halloween themed events going on now and until Halloween weekend. Samantha Brammer,DN</p>

The Ball State and Muncie areas have a variety of Halloween themed events going on now and until Halloween weekend. Samantha Brammer,DN

Still need a costume? Try one of these cheap and easy outfits.

Not sure how to decorate your pumpkin? Check out these do-it-yourself pumpkin painting designs.

Looking for a good scare this Halloween? Check out some events going on this weekend to prepare and get you into the Halloween spirit.

Friday, Oct. 28

Halloween Celestial Origins: A free show starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Charles W. Brown Planetarium. Learn about the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “crossquarter day” in this new production, also presented at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29.

Salem Event: Come out to the Ball Gymnasium from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and enjoy festive activities such as comic crafts, a video game tournament, free food, games and prizes.

Friday Night Filmworks: This week's showing is "Don't Breathe," a film about a group of friends who break into a blind man’s house with the intention of committing the perfect heist, until their plan quickly becomes a nightmare. Showtimes are at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. 

Halloween Drag Show Comic Book Edition: From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Be Here Now will host a Drag Show in the spirit of Halloween. Attendees will have a chance to meet the performers before the show, which starts at 9 p.m. The show is hosted by Venus and Ida Kay and will feature several performers. There will also be a costume contest for attendees. There is a cover charge of $5 for those older than 21 and $10 for those under. 

Saturday, Oct. 29

All Hallows Eve Bash: Starting at 8 p.m., Cornerstone Center for the Arts will host two DJs, live entertainment, three bars and a costume contest in addition to their Son of Scarevania haunted houses. The event is open only to those 18 or older. Tickets are $20 and can be bought in advance or at the door.

Paranormal Late Nite: Come enjoy this spooky late nite theme from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 

These Fine Gentlemen and The Indigos: From 9 p.m. to midnight, Be Here Now will host their Halloween show featuring These Fine Gentlemen and Muncie's own The Indigos. There is a cover charge of $5 for those over 21 and $10 for those under. Attendees are also welcome to dress in costume.

Sunday, Oct. 30

Boo 'N Brew: This is an inaugural event for the Muncie Mall. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. attendees can buy a variety of craft beers at the west side of the mall, near Macy's. There will also be jazz music by The Jarrell Smith Project. For those under 21, the mall will still have their annual Mall-o-ween, a trick or treating event that will also feature games and activities as well as a children's costume contest at 5:30 p.m. 

Monday, Oct. 31

Asylum: Free haunted house for all students from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Ball Honors House. There will be free cookies for the first 100 students.

Free Music Monday Halloween Show: Be Here Now will host a Halloween show from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. for their weekly Free Music Monday, featuring the Detroit bands American Arson and Stay Away. 

The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Come watch your fellow students perform the classic "Rocky Horror Picture Show" in John R. Emens Auditorium. Doors open at 11 p.m. and the performance starts at midnight.

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