Oct. 5 & 6
The 45 annual Pumpkin Patch Arts & Crafts Fair
What: A pumpkin patch and arts & crafts fair hosted by Via Christi Health.
When: Oct. 5 at 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: CiCo Park
Oct. 6
Riley Fall Festival
What: A “car show, BBQ contest, city-wide garage sale, vendor booths, parade, pie contest, free-will donation lunch, cornhole tournament, beer garden, and live music by Lucas Maddy,” according to the event Facebook page. The event is hosted by Riley PRIDE.
When: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Downtown Riley, Kansas.
Oct. 12
Trick or Treat in the ‘Ville
What: Halloween is coming early in the ‘Ville. Grab your family and friends and come trick or treat!
When: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Aggieville
Oct. 13
2018 Harvest Festival presented by Hildebrand Farms Dairy
What: Hildebrand Farms Dairy will be hosting a festival that according to their Facebook page includes, “guided tours, tons of samples, a cow bouncy house, kids craft corner, hay rack rides, educational demonstrations, hay bale play area, corn pit for the kids, and live music from Savanna Chestnut!” They also will be offering a picnic while supplies last.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Hildebrand Farms Diary in Junction City.
Oct. 19
After Hours: Haunted Union & Zombie Prom
What: The Union Program Council and Union Ambassadors will be hosting a haunted house and zombie prom. This event is free and for college students only.
When: 8 to 11:59 p.m.
Where: K-State Union Courtyard
Oct. 20
2018 Aggieville Chili Crawl
What: Aggieville is hosting their 17th annual chili crawl. For $15, you get to sample all the chili this even has to offer, then vote on the best recipe.
When: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Aggieville
Oct. 20
Little Apple GLOW Paddle!
What: Manhattan Parks and Recreation is hosting a 2 mile kayaking trek. The event’s Facebook page says, “Meet at 6 p.m. at the Fairmont boat ramp. At 6:30pm we kayak to the Manhattan boat ramp/Linear Trail Head. Bring your own kayak or rent one of ours. Life jackets are required; costumes, boat decor, and lighting highly encouraged! Enjoy s’mores around the campfire. Prizes will be awarded for best-decorated boat and costume!”
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Fairmont boat ramp, camping site TBA.
Oct. 26
Film: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (R)
What: An interactive film showing of Rocky Horror Picture Show. The content is R-rated. Tickets are $7 and includes: pre-show, movie, & prop bag. They can be purchased the night of the event.
When: 10:30 p.m. to 1:45 a.m.
Where: The K-State Union ballroom on the second floor
Oct. 26
Monster’s Ball
What: This 21+ event includes “dancing, cocktails and costumes.” Tickets are $5.
When: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Eleven Fifteen Venue and Urban Garden
Oct. 27
Drag Queen Story Hour Booktacular!
What: Little Apple Pride is hosting a drag queen story time. This event will also include crafts and costumes. All ages are welcome.
When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Manhattan Public Library
Oct. 27 & 28
SPOOKtacular
What: Trick or treat amongst animals at Sunset Zoo.
When: 12:30 to 4:30 on the Oct. 27 and 28
Where: Sunset Zoo
Oct. 28
A & H Pumpkin Patch Vendor Day
What: Local vendors will be selling goodies at A & H Pumpkin Patch.
When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: A & H Farm
Oct. 31
Farmers’ Market
What: Local vendors from the Manhattan area will selling their items on campus.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Bosco Student Plaza
