In-Person Events in and Around Salisbury & Ocean City, Md. / October 2022 Beer Festivals and Halloween Happenings 👻 Make October the Month of “Beer and Fear.”

In-Person Events in and Around Salisbury & Ocean City, Md. / October 2022 Beer Festivals and Halloween Happenings 👻 Make October the Month of “Beer and Fear.”

Continuous / Recreational Events for youth and adults sponsored by Wicomico County Parks and Recreation. See the entire list at https://www.wicomicorecandparks.org/recreation-programs. Note: Register now for Wicomico County’s adult Wiffle Ball Classic Tournament to be held on Nov. 5th and 6th in Salisbury. Info here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/wicomicorecandparks/activity/search/detail/4001?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true.

Continuous (Wednesdays in Oct.) / “Wing Watch” birdwatching for families and children at the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, 909 South Schumaker Drive, Salisbury.Join Ward Museum staff and local birders as they conduct a bird walk around Schumaker Pond. No experience is necessary, and binoculars will be provided. Meet in the lobby of the museum. Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Free. https://www.wardmuseum.org/learn-explore/outdoor-discovery/ebird-citizen-science/

Continuous / Live Entertainment at Area Bars and Restaurants.Check performance schedules at these popular eateries: Roadie Joe’s Bar and Grill, Salisbury, https://www.facebook.com/RoadieJoesBarAndGrill/; Market Street Inn, Salisbury, http://www.marketstreetinnsalisbury.com; Brew River, Salisbury, https://brewriver.com/calendar/; Seacrets, Ocean City, https://seacrets.com/calendar/; Hammerheads Dockside, Indian River Marina, Rehoboth Beach, Del. https://hammerheadsdockside.com/events/

This Oct. at the Wicomico County Civic Center, 500 Glen Ave, Salisbury. This month’s events: Oct. 7, New York, NY, Dueling Pianos Dinner & Show; Oct. 14, Halloween Benefit Bash (supports the Delmarva council of the Boy Scouts); Oct. 22, Stellar Fights – All Pro MMA 2 – Eastern Shore Edition; Oct. 27 – Nov. 3, Early voting.

👻 Haunted Houses near Salisbury: Nightmares Haunted House, 10912 County Seat Road, Laurel, Del. Tickets: $15. https://www.thescarefactor.com/haunted-house-directory/delaware/cemetery-house/ / The Cemetery House, 205 W. 10th St., Laurel, Del. (Opens Oct. 14th.) https://www.facebook.com/cemeteryhouse/ (Limited dates; contact for latest information.)

Candidate Forums at Salisbury University. Hear the candidates discuss the issues. Candidates for Wicomico County Council, Nov. 11 at 5:30 p.m. and Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. in Guerrieri Academic Commons, Assembly Hall; candidates for the Wicomico County School Board, Oct. 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the Guerrieri Student Union Wicomico Room. https://www.salisbury.edu/experience-campus/news-and-events.aspx.

👻 Oct. 4 (Tues.) / Craft Pumpkin Paint-and-Sip at Roadie Joe’s, 213 W. Main St., Salisbury. Sip and eat while you paint your very own craft pumpkin. Your choice of nautical or Van Gogh design. Pumpkins will be pre-sketched for your convenience. Materials, musical entertainment, and instructions included in ticket price. Food and drinks not included. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. (Sorry. No walk-ins.) Time: 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $40. Purchase here: www.tcstudios.org/events/roadiejoes10422.

Oct. 5 & 19 (Wednesdays) / Ukulele Jam presented by the Eastern Shore Ukulele Society at the Newton Community Center, 306 Newton St., Salisbury. Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Bring your own uke or request one in advance. Free. http://downtownsby.com/event/ukulele-jam-session/2022-10-05/

Oct. 6 – 9 (Thurs. – Sun.) / Endless Summer Cruisin’ at the Ocean City inlet, the boardwalk, and the O.C. Convention Center. Over 3,000 customs, hot rods, street machines, and classics. Times: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. except Sun., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission: $10 on Thurs. and Sun.; $15 on Fri. and Sat. Children 13 and younger free with an adult. See events here: https://specialeventpro.com/endless-summer-cruisin.

Oct. 6, 13, and 20 (Thursdays) / The Heart of Salisbury Foodie Tour, downtown. Sample, sip, and savor the flavors of the Eastern Shore on a guided walking tour. Explore and enjoy historic Salisbury one mouthful at a time while meandering through lively culinary destinations with a knowledgeable guide. Time: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: $99. https://ocfoodietour.com/heart-of-salisbury/

Oct. 8 (Sat.) / Outta Control Stand-up Comedy Magic Show at Revival, 213 W. Main St., Suite 302, Salisbury. Starring Jim Daly; featuring Larry Stevens; hosted by Keith Purnell. Ages 18+. Time: 8 p.m. (Doors at 7 p.m.) Tickets: $10. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/outta-control-stand-up-comedy-magic-show-tickets-352069458227?aff=odcleoeventsincollection. For other shows at Revival, visit https://www.revivalshows.com.

👻 Oct. 14 (Fri.) / Monster Mash Murders Dinner Theater at Revival, 213 W. Main St., Suite 302, Salisbury. An audience-interactive comedy/murder mystery with dinner included. Time: 6:30 p.m. (Doors at 6 p.m.) Tickets: $45. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monster-mash-murders-dinner-theatre-tickets-333090481597?aff=erelexpmlt. For other shows at Revival, visit https://www.revivalshows.com.

Oct. 14 & 15 (Fri. & Sat.) / Good Beer Festival at Pemberton Historical Park, 5561 Plantation Lane, Salisbury. Unlimited tasting of craft brews, plus music, games, crafts and Eastern Shore food. Times: Fri., 5 – 10 p.m.; Sat., noon – 5 p.m. Tickets: Early-bird tasting tickets (available through Friday, Oct. 7, at 5 p.m.), $30; regular tasting tickets: $40; VIP tickets (limit of 200): $55; non-tasting tickets: $10. Note: The festival is not intended for children. Kids ages 3 and up must have a non-tasting ticket to attend. The festival is a rain or shine event. No refunds or exchanges. https://www.goodbeerfestival.org.

👻 Oct. 15 & 22 (Saturdays) / Halloween Happening at the Salisbury Zoo. Halloween themed activities for children 10 and under. Children will be able to trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo, participate in Halloween games, and learn about animals. Plus, the whole family can compete in a costume contest. Time: 1 – 4 p.m. Tickets: $10 per child (if pre-purchased; $12 at the door). Child’s ticket comes with one free adult ticket. Additional adult tickets are $2. https://allevents.in/salisbury/halloween-happening/200023254965347.

Oct. 19 (Wed.) / Chicago, the Broadway musical, at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Time: 7 p.m. Tickets: $65 – $85. https://ocmdperformingartscenter.com/upcoming-events/chicago_the_musical.

Oct. 20 (Thurs.) / Live Figure Drawing at Salisbury Art Space, 212 W. Main St., Suite 101. Ages 16+. Learn to draw from observation; practice drawing techniques. For all skill levels. Beginners will learn basic techniques while more advanced participants can use class time to work with a live model. The instructor will provide constructive feedback to help participants get the most from the class. Time: 6 – 8 p.m. Cost: $20. https://salisburyartspace.org/2021-2022-figure-drawing/

Oct. 20 – 23 (Thurs. – Sun.) / Ocean City Sunfest at the south end of the boardwalk. Arts, crafts, food, and free concerts on two outdoor stages. Admission: free. Times: Thurs, Fri., and Sat., 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. https://www.ococean.com/events/sunfest.

Oct. 21 (Fri.) / Third Friday, Downtown Salisbury.Enjoy vendors, art, food, and live music from 5 p..m. – 8 p.m. This month’s theme is “Super Heroes.” https://www.3rdfridaysby.com/line-up.

Oct. 21 (Fri.) / Artrageous, the Interactive Art and Musical Experience, at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Time: 6 p.m. Tickets: $25 – $35. https://ocmdperformingartscenter.com/upcoming-events/artrageous-22.

👻 Oct. 23 (Sun.) / Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat at Pemberton Park, Salisbury. Time: 4 – 8 p.m. Families are invited to come in costume ready to trunk-or-treat. This free event features a vendor fair, petting zoo, pony rides, bounce house, hay maze, pumpkin patch, photo ops, music, games, and food trucks. https://www.pembertonpark.org/events/fall-fest.

👻 Oct. 28 (Sun.) / Halloween Party at Poplar Hill Mansion, 117 Elizabeth St., Salisbury. Spend Halloween weekend in a real haunted house. See the mansion fully decorated in creepy elegance, and take part in activities throughout the night, including dancing (the Halloween Limbo), games, and storytelling from Andy Nunez, paranormal expert and author of the Ghosts of the Eastern Shore series. Prize for best costume. Suggested donation of $5.00 per person at the door. No RSVP required. Adult audience only. For ages +18 and over. Time: 7 p.m. http://www.poplarhillmansion.org.

Oct. 28 – 30 (Fri. – Sun.) / Pickleball Tournament at Billy Gene Jackson, Sr., Park,429 Lake St., Salisbury. Age categories: 15+, 50+, and 60+. Registration fee: $40 (includes T-shirt). Last day to register is Oct. 21st. More info: https://www.pickleballtournaments.com/tournamentinfo.pl?tid=7072.

Oct. 29 (Sat.) / Shore Craft Beer Fest: OCtoberfest, Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City. Unlimited samples of local craft beer; live music, food trucks, vendors, games, and more. This is a pet-friendly event with fun for the entire family. Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Tickets: general admission, $40; VIP admission, $65. (VIP guests may enter at 12:30 p.m.) https://www.shorecraftbeerfest.com/octoberfest.html.

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