We have made it to Friday! The weekend is here, and it’s glorious. And thus begins the double weekend dose…of spooky events. Not to mention, a stacked week of shows to bridge us from one fun fest to the next. I’m literally going from Halloweemo to High on Fire to who the hell knows what, because there are so many good options!

And what’s that you say? A Halloween ripper? Indeed. Dracula's Ball with Lords of Acid will fuel your Halloween with industrial sounds, dark energy, and moody erotic synths to groove to. Costumes optional, but I say dig out the fangs, baby. While you’re at it, here’s a treat: enter to win.

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• Need a change of scenery? How about a full Craig Morgan Nashville experience? You and a guest could be headed to Nashville for a weekend with full accommodations, a meet-and-greet, autographed prizes, and more! Win tickets and live it up!*

• Hey Philly Foodies, the countdown is on for the Inquirer Food Fest! Grab a fork and dig into off-menu dishes from Philly’s top chefs and bakers, can’t-miss collabs, hands-on workshops, and more. Who’s ready to feast? Grab tickets today and savor the vibes!*

• Lace up for a wild day at the Philadelphia Zoo! The St. Chris Cares for Kids 5K brings runners, walkers, families, and friends together to support the Children’s Hospital and the kids who count on its care. Stick around after and spend the day exploring the Zoo. Enter to win a race entry so you can run, walk, and make a difference!

• Your eyeliner called. It wants to go see Interpol. The NYC post-punk icons are hitting The Met with Deafheaven on March 26, bringing all the brooding guitars, existential angst, and Evil singalongs your little black heart could possibly handle. Tickets drop next week!

• Plus other just announced shows from Calvin Harris, The Roots, Kate Nash, Papa Roach, and more!

FREE FALL EVENTS AND MORE!

The list of free events keeps growing, which is great so your bank account can continue growing as well! Turn off with No-Wi Friday, turn up with Prince happy hour dance parties, unwind at the Fall Festivals, and level up with a 2-step on a Tuesday. Let’s get it in for free!

• PRINCE LET’S GO CRAZY at The Trestle Inn

• NO-WI FRIDAYS at Char at Stave Ardmore

• DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION at FDR Park

• FALL FESTIVAL at Eastern State Penitentiary

• ROWDY COWBOYS LINE DANCING at Secondhand Ranch

THIS WEEKEND

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• Reminder! The Vote by Mail request deadline is October 27th. Want more tips? Check our guide for resources and more!

• Field Day, one of the most anticipated James Beard bars for 2026, has finally opened in Northern Liberties. Enjoy this food-and-drink “love letter to Philly”.

• Bringing back the analog vibes, Little Movie Store opens this Saturday on Passyunk. Browse the aisles and buy or rent DVDs, VHS, Blu-ray, and more.

• One week left to wave at a stranger on the other side of the world! The Philly Portal is moving on after Oct 31st!

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