Haunts, hymns and a very big organ

Cornfields, woods and things that chase you, on the final night. Better for teens and adults than little ones.

A St. Cloud State student writing his own "mod-podge indie rock." Catch a local songwriter before he's too big for the lounge.

GREAT Theatre opens its season with the big one. Bring tissues and someone who won't judge you for needing them. Also Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1 at 2 p.m.; runs through Nov 1.

Stand-up at the taproom with a new lineup most weeks. Laugh first, then order a beer.

Central Minnesota's long-running haunted walk-through, with a grill and bar at the quarry. Wear shoes you can run in. Last two nights: today and Friday.

A free Halloween concert on the Abbey Church's giant organ, with jazz composer George Maurer.

Student singers stage a vocal and opera production over three nights.

A horn-heavy band plays the brassy hits. Loud, fun, and good for a night downtown.

A costumed 5K and kids' 1K around Lake Francis, plus free trick-or-treating.

Johnnies football on Halloween afternoon, the last regular-season home game.

A morning walking pilgrimage for All Souls' Day at the monastery.

Two singers, the full catalog, "Sound of Silence" to "Kodachrome." A weekday matinee for easy-listening fans.

The local house band's new yacht-rock show. Captain's hats encouraged.