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. NO PINK, JUST BLOOD RED: Don't let the genre fool you: the Grand Rapids Ballet Company's production of Jack the Ripper will challenge any pre-conceived notions of what ballet looks like. Catch the world premiere at DeVos Performance Hall Oct. 30-31 at 7:30 or Sunday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.; $20-$53; more info here
2. MAGICAL MUSIC: Hear "Hedwig's Theme" and other Harry Potter favorites performed live as the West Michigan Symphony presents "Halloween Pops: Wizards and Wands" at the Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts in Muskegon on Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m.; $5 for students; more info here
3. THEY'RE ALIVE: Help break the record for the world's largest zombie walk-again. Grand Rapids held the title with last year's count of 4,000 zombies until Seattle stole it. Rob Bliss' event to reclaim the record takes place Friday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. starting in Calder Plaza in downtown GR with a before and after party at HopCat; free; more info here
4. ACROBATTY: Cirque du Scarey is the theme of the BOB's annual Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 8:30 p.m. $1000 goes to the best overall costume, and the best sideshow freak costume wins $800. If your last 5 digits of your social security number match the numbers posted at midnight, you'll $10,000 cash and a trip to Sin City to see Cirque du Soleil; $10; more info here
5. IT'S ONLY A STORY: Frenzy in Allegan is located in a non-operational sawmill steeped in local lore: it has a history of unexplained disappearances, and caskets were supposedly built in a nearby building. If you're feeling especially brave, spring for the V.I.P. ticket which lets you cut the line, get a free shirt and have an expert stalker follow you, whispering who-knows-what in your ear; Oct. 29-Oct. 31 from 7 p.m. to midnight; $13-$25; more info here
6. GET SOME FRESH AIR: If being terrified outside is more your style, consider braving the Trail of Terror in Holton. Parental discretion is advised for this mile-long trail full of chainsaw maniacs, clowns, ghosts and other usual suspects; Oct. 29-31 from dusk to 11 p.m.; $12-$17; more info here
7. FACE YOUR FEARS: The Phobia House in Kalamazoo recommends that you wear running shoes as you explore the 16,660 square feet in this three-in-one haunt. The theme this year is "Torment and Torture: 13 Centuries of Pain," and the $15 admission price includes a pair of 3-D glasses. There is a concession stand and horror movies playing to entertain those waiting in line; Oct. 29-31 from 7:45 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.; more info here
8. WINE AND DINE: If paying money to give yourself nightmares is not your thing, head over to the Grand Rapids Public Museum Friday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. for Food, Wine & All That Jazz, an event with over 300 wines and beers from North America as well as gourmet food and live jazz. If you find a favorite wine, you can order it for up to a 40% discount; $50-$55; more info here
9. HAVE A GOOD OL' TIME: Support a good cause and enjoy the award-winning country music of Dierks Bentley at Van Andel Arena Sunday, Nov. 1 during the second annual B-93 Roofsit Concert for Kids. The concert, which raises awareness and money for child abuse and counseling programs in West Michigan, will also feature Gary Allan and Josh Thompson; $22.50-$42.50; more info here
Good Bets: Ghost Hunters at the Grand Rapids Public Library will host two local authors discussing paranormal activity on Oct. 31...Friday the 13th, The Musical features gallons of blood and "campy musical numbers" playing at the Dog Story Theatre on Oct. 31; more info here...the Dead-Utante Ball in the J.W. Marriott is a classy costume party for adults taking place on Halloween night; more info here
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