{"id":4998,"date":"2024-10-16T16:25:03","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T20:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/the-peel\/?p=4998"},"modified":"2024-10-16T16:25:03","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T20:25:03","slug":"6-eerie-on-campus-halloween-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/the-peel\/2024\/10\/16\/6-eerie-on-campus-halloween-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Eerie On-Campus Halloween Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most exciting times of the year on campus is approaching\u2014Halloween! There are countless ways to spread the spooky cheer this season, both on and off campus, but here are a few standout eerie activities that are easily accessible for all Syracuse University students.<\/p>\n<h2>&#8220;Rocky Horror Picture Show&#8221; Screening<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/cuseactivities.syr.edu\/organization\/black-box-players\">Black Box Players<\/a> will host their annual <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-24\/rocky-horror-picture-show\/\">&#8220;Rocky Horror Picture Show&#8221; production<\/a> on Thursday, Oct. 24, in the Skybarn. Attendees will receive a bag of items that correspond with the cult film\u2019s traditions (like throwing things in the air!). Get ready to laugh, sing and scream at this exciting event!<\/p>\n<h2>Pride Pumpkin Carving<\/h2>\n<p>Nothing screams Halloween like a jack-o&#8217;-lantern, and what better time to create your own than just a few days before Oct. 31? On Oct. 29, the <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/bewell\/\">Barnes Center at The Arch<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/lgbtq\/\">LGBTQ+ Resource Center<\/a> will join forces for you to try your hand at <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-29\/pride-pumpkin-carving-with-the-barnes-center-at-the-arch\/\">pumpkin decorating<\/a>. The event will be a fun way to cap off LGBTQ+ History Month and take a much-needed break from midterm stress. The LGBTQ+ Resource Center is <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/lgbtq\/programs\/lgbtq-history-month\/\">sponsoring some other Halloween events<\/a> this year, so be sure to check them out!<\/p>\n<h2>Tricks and Treats From Special Collections Research Center<\/h2>\n<p>On Oct. 30, head to the 6th floor of Bird Library to check out a <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-30\/tricks-and-treats-from-scrc-a-pop-up-display\/\">Halloween-themed pop-up display<\/a>. Candy will be provided, but this display is also an opportunity to see and learn fabout rare artifacts and discover remnants from past Syracuse traditions.<\/p>\n<h2>Haunted Crouse Concert<\/h2>\n<p>On the eve of Halloween, attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-30\/haunted-crouse-concert\/\">spooky musical performance in Crouse College<\/a> filled with some of your favorite eerie songs! Feel free to wear a costume and embrace the spine-chilling spirit as you enjoy a diverse lineup of talented artists.<\/p>\n<h2>Orange After Dark: Halloween Dance Party<\/h2>\n<p>Located in Schine Underground on Halloween night, get ready to bust out your best costume and dance along to your favorite spooky tunes at <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-31\/orange-after-dark-halloween-dance-party\/\">OAD&#8217;s Halloween Dance Party<\/a>! Costumes are encouraged, and there will be a contest for the best one at the event, as well as prizes and good food.<\/p>\n<h2>Festival of Frights<\/h2>\n<p>Until Nov. 1, you can participate in the <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/2024-oct-07\/festival-of-frights-face-your-fitness-fears-133775\/\">Festival of Frights challenge<\/a> at the Barnes Center for a chance to win prizes! To complete the challenge you must attend three <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/bewell\/recreation\/fitness-class-schedule\/\">Group Fitness classes<\/a>, participate in one <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/?view=upcoming&amp;page=1&amp;search=ask+a+trainer\">\u201cAsk a Trainer\u201d session<\/a> and participate in one <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/?view=upcoming&amp;page=1&amp;search=fitness+center+orientation\">Fitness Center Orientation<\/a>. Or, you can attend five Group Fitness classes. Pick up your punch card at any Barnes Center Group Fitness class and turn it in to 125H Barnes Center once completed for a free T-shirt and entry into the Yoga Prize Pack prize drawing.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on Syracuse community events, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.syracuse.edu\/events\/\">Community Calendar<\/a>. You can also peruse the <a href=\"https:\/\/events.visitsyracuse.com\/events\/\">Syracuse Events Calendar<\/a> if you&#8217;re curious about what else is going on this Halloween off campus! Remember to stay safe and have fun this holiday season!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Written By Chloe Langerman \u201925, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most exciting times of the year on campus is approaching\u2014Halloween! 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