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As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, Halloween approaches with all its spooky charm and festive spirit.
For book lovers in Arkansas (and mamas who need safe children’s activities), there’s no better way to celebrate this time of year than by visiting local bookstores that embrace the Halloween season with exciting events. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing, a thrilling ghost story or a cozy night of literature, Arkansas bookstores have something for everyone.
Arkansas libraries are also excellent sources for children’s events in Oct. Check your local library for story times, author events and spooky surprises. Find out if your local librarian is passing out treats for a local fall festival or community event. Take advantage of a chance to show off a favorite Arkansas costume to your favorite book nerd!
Here’s a roundup of some fantastic Halloween events happening at bookstores across the state.
Kindness and Joy | Fayetteville
Halloween Festivities
Preschool Storytime: Every Friday at 10:00 and 11 a.m.
Costume Party with Spidey: Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1:00 and 2:30 p.m.
Website and Facebook for more information
At Kindness and Joy, Halloween is a delightful affair! Enjoy multiple activities, from pumpkin painting activities with various crafting items to engaging storytimes with crafts, songs, and games to a Halloween costume party. And you can even order a Lil’ Boo box, carefully curated by age group to bring cheer to all your ghouls and goblins.
Once Upon a Time Books | Fayetteville location
Halloween Costume Party
Date: Oct. 26
Time: 11:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Website for more details
Join Once Upon a Time Books for a festive Halloween costume party and Halloween-theme book readings! Children and adults alike are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes for a day filled with fun activities. Enjoy games, crafts, treats, and the joy of being part of a community celebration. It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy the spirit of Halloween in a cozy bookstore atmosphere.
WordsWorth | Little Rock
Spooktacular Storytime
Date: Oct. 26
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Facebook for more details
Join WordsWorth for a special Spooktacular Storytime Oct. 26! Gather the little ghouls and goblins for spooky tales that are sure to ignite their imaginations. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some Halloween-themed stories and engage with other families in the community. Plus, don’t forget to check their social media for updates on upcoming events, including their Holiday in the Heights celebration Nov. 10 and forthcoming events with authors. It’s been a busy October at WordsWorth!
Blytheville Book Company | Blytheville
Oktoberfest
Date: Oct. 27
Time: 6:00 – 7 p.m.
Website for more information
Celebrate the season at the Blytheville Book Company’s Oktoberfest! This event promises to be a festive evening filled with community spirit and fun for adults over 21. Expect a seasonal evening with flights of beer, trivia and loads of book fun!
Bookish | Fort Smith
Storytime and Trick or Treating
Storytime: Every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Trick or Treating: Oct. 31| 6:00 – 8 p.m.
Facebook for more details
At Bookish, the fun continues every Saturday with engaging storytime sessions, perfect for little ones and this month with a Halloween flair. But this month’s highlight is their Halloween trick-or-treating event Oct 31. Bring children in costume for a delightful evening of candy collecting, making it a perfect way to celebrate Halloween in the community. And parents don’t miss the opportunity to grab a thriller, which has already been hand-picked and is ready for readers this month.
Dog Ear Books | Russellville
Halloween Spooktacular
Date: Oct. 31
Activities: All Day, store open until 8 p.m.
Facebook for more details
Dog Ear Books is hosting a Halloween Spooktacular with a Wizard of Oz theme! Enjoy activities throughout the day, from storytelling to fun treats. The store will be open late until 8 p.m., giving you plenty of time to celebrate. Bring the whole family and experience the whimsical world of Oz while getting into the Halloween spirit!
Arkansas bookstores are transforming into enchanting places filled with fun, stories and community spirit this Halloween. Whether you’re attending a costume party, joining a storytime or trick-or-treating, there’s something for everyone.
Happy Halloween!
You may find these other articles helpful as you chase spokes and thrills through Oct.:
- Pumpkin Patches
- Apple Orchards
- Arkansas Themed Halloween Costumes
- Chillers and Thrillers to Read
- Haunted Houses
- Alternatives to Halloween
- Creating a Halloween Garden
- Fall Flavored Arkansas Products
- A Very Harry Halloween
Check out these fun recipe ideas for Halloween!
Sweet and Spooky Worm Pudding Cups
Monster Cookie Dough Dip
Gummy Worm Punch
Candy Corn Marshmallow Treats
Candy Corn Cheesecake
Candy Corn Munch
Monster Munch
Mummy Nuggets
3 ingredient Peanut Butter Pumpkins
Donut Hole Pumpkin Pops
Caramel Apple Nachos
The cover photo is from Once Upon a Time Books’ fall cookbook display.
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