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Halloween in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Plan a Vacation to Hot Springs, AR. between 
October 24, 2011 through October 31, 2011
and you will be invited to a Spooky Spooky Spectacular Halloween!

Halloween is that special time of year and it is a perfect time to plan a vacation in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Everyone in town comes together to celebrate in an old fashioned style that can only be done in a small community such as Hot Springs, AR.


  1. You can enjoy a Haunted Walking Tour of Downtown http://www.hotspringshauntedtours.com. This very easy walk highlights the many hauntings, stories and legends that surround a city that once had more morgues than any other city in America.
  2. Stare in amazement at the talents of Maxwell Blade the Master Illusionist at the Theatre of Magic http://www.maxwellblade.com You will not be sure what is Real and UnReal.
  3. Visit the Pocket Theatre for a presentation of "Dracula" http://www.pockettheatre.com
  4. Discover the hidden stories of the Gangsters who once controlled Hot Springs by visiting The Gangster Museum of America http://www.TGMOA.com
  5. Take a evening cruise on the Belle of Hot Springs Riverboat and look for creepy, crawly creatures on the shore. http://www.belleriverboat.com
  6. Visit the Golden Leaves Bookstore at 201 Malvern Avenue 501-623-7007 and put some time aside to pursue the bookshelves, charts and visuals that all focus on all things metaphysical, New Age and Spiritual. You can even have your Horoscope read.
  7. From 10-28-11 to 10-31-11 you have the opportunity to really get "In the Spirit" by participating in Haunt Fest http://www.hotspringshauntfest.com
  8. All Trick or Treaters are welcome to visit the downtown merchants who stay open late to pass out candy. HAUNT SPRINGS is held on 10-30-11 from 4:00-7:00 PM. 501-545-8502
  9. Two area lakes; Lake Ouachita and Lake Catherine both offer opportunities to enjoy the outdoors with fun, creative outdoor adventures that highlight both Fall and Halloween. 
    1. Beginning on 10-26-11 Lake Ouachita will offer guests a Lake Tour which highlights the natural turning of the Fall leaves and during the weekend of 10-28-11 there are Skull Hikes, Outdoor Tours all with an emphasis on Fall and Halloween. More details can be found at 501-767-9366
    2. Lake Catherine has a full blown "Haunted Halloween at the Park" on 10-29-11 where guests are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and partake in the roasting of marshmallows around a fire pit. For more information call 501-844-4176.