Looking to get into the Halloween “spirit”? Head out to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (Sunrise Blvd A1A) on October 18 & 19 for the 5th Annual Howling Hammock Adventure. A haunting event for the whole family, this year’s spooktacular adventure offers a scary night hike along the park’s Howling Hammock trail, a 2-mile carriage ride with creepy and fun surprises, live animal presentations, lots of games, and trick-or-treating. The younger children can visit the Pumpkin Patch located at the Garden Center where they can make Halloween crafts and have their picture taken with the ghost of Hugh Taylor Birch! The Howling Hammock Adventure is an exciting way to get out and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s state park in the evening. The sprawling hammock trees and dark (maybe even haunted!) trails are the perfect setting to put you in the Halloween mood. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children (children 5 and under are free.) The event runs from 7:00 pm to Midnight. Complimentary parking is available at The Galleria Mall (across from the park). Howling Hammock is an annual fundraising event that benefits the Friends of Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.

Perhaps you’re searching for something even spookier…then check out the Stranahan House River Ghost Tours, held every Sunday night at Fort Lauderdale’s Historic Stranahan House (335 SE 6 Avenue). This hour-long tour includes a visit inside the home (one of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest) along with a boat ride on the New River where “Sea Dog John” will spin yarns about the colorful characters that once lived along the banks (or in the house) and occasionally come back to visit… Tours start at 7:30 each Sunday, with advance reservation required. $25/person, for ages 10 and up.

Looking for a little less spooky and a little more psychedelic? The Laser Light Experience at the AutoNation IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science (401 SW 2 Street) is just the ticket! Like a blast from the past, the Laser Light Experience blends amazing effects with the classic rock music you love, creating a spectacular fusion of light and sound. During each show, laser graphics and beams in an incredible spectrum of colors will fill the theater and pulsate to the sounds of rock music from the 42 speakers of the 15,000 watt IMAX® digital sound system. The Laser Light Experience shows are a must-see for fans new and old of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith and other classic rock bands. It’s a dazzling audio and visual immersive experience! Every Thursday- Sunday until November 17, you can choose from four different laser shows: • Laser Vinyl (a line-up of various artists including Aerosmith, AC/DC, Journey, Queen, Van Halen and more) • Laser Zeppelin (a collection of Led Zeppelin’s Greatest Hits) • Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon • Pink Floyd’s The Wall • Laser Beatles. Each show runs approximately 45 minutes and tickets are $9/adults, $8/seniors, $7/kids 12 & under.

Check in regularly with The Gayle Borden Group as we continue to share the array of exciting events held in our community each week. There is never a shortage of fun to be had in Fort Lauderdale! In addition, you can browse our Fort Lauderdale Real Estate listings anytime by visiting Gayleborden.com or contact Gayle Borden at 954-525-3355.