To mark Halloween, eastern Montreal is teeming with activities, notably in Saint-Léonard, Rivière-des-Prairies, Pointe-aux-Trembles and Rosemont. Riddles, haunted houses, races, nightmare chases, thrills at the Botanical Garden, an apocalyptic evening and a costume ball are on the menu.
Saint-Léonard: The mystery of the missing witch
When: Saturday, November 2, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: At Ladauversière Park, at the corner of Jean-Talon Est and Lacordaire
Cost: Free entry
“Get ready for an afternoon of festivities at Ladauversière Park in Saint-Léonard, where we will celebrate a Halloween like no other with “The Mystery of the Missing Witch”! “, indicates the Facebook page of the event organized by the Société de développement commercial (SDC) Jean-Talon. “On November 2, young and old are invited to join us from noon to 4 p.m. for a captivating party, full of mystery, interactive activities and acrobatic performances. A witch has mysteriously disappeared, and only the children of Jean-Talon Est can help her return! They will go in search of the ingredients of a magic potion, scattered throughout the street shops, following clues to discover the magic formula. Each solved puzzle will bring our young detectives closer to the witch’s return. »
On the program:
- Candy hunt: Collect candy in the businesses on Rue Jean-Talon Est while solving the mystery of the missing witch.
- Games: Participate in activities like the giant swing shot, velcro soccer, ax throwing, and reflex games to test your skills.
- Airbrush Makeup: Add a Halloween touch with our airbrush makeup stand for children.
- DJ and musical entertainment: Vibrate to the rhythm of music throughout the afternoon!
- Walking characters: Acrobats offering bowling and hula hoop performances will stroll through the park to amaze young and old.
“All participants are strongly encouraged to come in costume for even more fun! We are waiting for you costumed and ready to solve the mystery! »
Rivières-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles: Haunted houses
What: The haunted house at Pointe-aux-Trembles high school
Where: At 15200, rue Sherbrooke Est, door 3
When: Thursday, October 31 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
“Discover the Circus of Horror with real scary characters at Pointe-aux-Trembles high school! “, indicates the web page of the event organized by the borough. “The Repentigny Philharmonic Orchestra (OPR), under the direction of Chico Stéphane Côté, will be present to support the activities, entertainment and the distribution of candy. »
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What: The haunted house of the 266th Pointe-de-l’Île Scout Group
Where: At the Saint-Jean-Baptiste plateau (1050, boul. Saint-Jean-Baptiste)
When: Thursday, October 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
“The 266th Pointe-de-l’Île Scout Group is waiting for young and old at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste plateau near Saint-Jean-Baptiste park! »
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What: RDP’s optimistic haunted house
Where: At the Armand-Bombardier Park chalet
When: Saturday, November 2 from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“The whole family is invited to visit this scary haunted house which will be installed at the Armand-Bombardier Park chalet. »
Rivières-des-Prairies: Bouge Bouge Race Halloween Special
When: Sunday, October 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: At Saint-Joseph Park
Cost: Paid event
“Put on your best costumes and come run around with a Halloween theme! Enjoy the fabulous waterfront course as well as the games available at Saint-Joseph Park. »
Pointe-aux-Trembles: A nightmare hunt
When: Sunday, October 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: At the Le Mainbourg Community Center, room 161
Target audience: 6 to 12 years old
Cost: $15
Registration at their offices: 14115, rue Prince-Arthur Est, suite 257
Registrations by telephone: 514 498-3962
“Community leisure Le Relais du Bout offers you a creative workshop for creating a nightmare hunt at the Le Mainbourg Community Center for young people aged 6 to 12 at a cost of $15. »
Rosemont: Halloween thrills at the Botanical Garden… not even afraid!
When: September 27 to October 31
Where: At the Botanical Garden
Cost: Entrance fee
“For Halloween, discover the unreal world that rubs shoulders with our world… At the Botanical Garden, borders disappear. A funny and thrilling show on the theme of courage. A ticket guarantees your place at the show, gives access to the Frissons d’Halloween program and to the outdoor gardens on the same day. »
Rivière-des-Prairies: Apocalyptic evening
When: Friday, October 25 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: At the Rivière-des-Prairies Recreation Center (7650, boul. Maurice-Duplessis)
Cost: Free entry
“On Friday, October 25, the Halloween party dedicated to teens will return to Rivière-des-Prairies! In collaboration with the Young Leaders, Équipe RDP and the RDP Youth House, an evening of surprises and terror is planned at the Rivière-des-Prairies Recreation Center. Tickets available at the Citizen’s House, at the Rivière-des-Prairies Youth Center and at the Équipe RDP office. Don’t miss this unforgettable day filled with surprises and fun for the whole family! »
Pointe-aux-Trembles: Grand costume ball
When: Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: At the Pointe-aux-Tremble Belvedere, at the Citizen’s House, in the Fort-de-Pointe-aux-Trembles park and at the Place du Village-de-la-Pointe-aux-Trembles
Cost: Free entry
“Put on your most beautiful costumes, because you are invited to the Grand Costume Ball at the Place du Village-de-la-Pointe-aux-Trembles! This year, merchants from the Association of Merchants and Professionals of Pointe-aux-Trembles (ACPPAT) are joining us, at the Belvédère in Pointe-aux-Tremble, for an even more amazing experience! The Grand Costume Ball returns with lots of exciting new features! Join us for a day filled with festivities outside the Citizen’s House, in the Fort-de-Pointe-aux-Trembles park and at the Place du Village-de-la-Pointe-aux-Trembles. Free parking will be available on the streets and behind the Roussin Center. »
Activities and new features:
- Dance and candy: ACPPAT and the Pointe-aux-Trembles 350th anniversary team will be present to dance and distribute candy. Enjoy a 360° video photobooth, dancing at the Belvedere and a candy drive from the Belvedere to the Haunted Buvette in the park.
- Haunted house: At the Citizen’s House, discover a large haunted house for children with animated characters, whatever the weather!
- Caravane du Taz: In the Citizen’s House parking lot, try scooters and skateboards all day long.
- Zombie Laser Tag: In the west parking lot, take part in a zombie laser tag presented by BoulZeye, as part of the celebrations of the 350th anniversary of Pointe-aux-Trembles.
- Makeup workshop: For children, a makeup workshop with a professional artist will be offered free of charge. Parents will be able to learn how to do magnificent makeup for Halloween, a great opportunity to spend quality time with the children!
- Other activities: DJ, sticky glue making workshop, pumpkin decorating, bartering your stuff, mascots, wandering characters, the Haunted Buvette and a food offering.
