Celebrating Halloween 2009 in Miami

The autumn season is in our hearts, if not in a chill wind. Even though the leaves are not changing color, there are still plenty of activities for all ages to help bring fall to Miami. Whether you're looking for hayrides or Halloween frights, there's sure to be something here to interest you this time of year.

The Little Farm Pumpkin Patch, Oct 10 - Nov 1 -- Enjoy picking pumpkins, pony rides and scarecrow-making at this farm in South Dade. You can bring your own scarecrow clothes to stuff, or you can purchase a scarecrow kit there. You can also walk through the farm animals and buy bales of hay- all you need for Halloween decorating all in one place! 22400 SW 134th Ave, Miami.

MetroBoo at MetroZoo, Oct 30 and 31 -- Children 12 and under can enjoy costume contests and safe trick-or-treating in a wholesome environment at the Miami MetroZoo. This event is free after paying standard zoo admission fees.

Halls of Terror Haunted House, Fridays and Saturdays, Oct 9 - Oct 31 -- The Super Wheels Skating Center in southwest Miami transforms into a spooktacular haunted house where the $15 admission fee includes unlimited roller skating. For details, call (305) 270-3986.

Monster Splash at Miami Seaquarium, Oct 24, 25, 28, 29, 30 and 31 -- Miami Seaquarium opens its doors for a special family-friendly Halloween event. It will feature animal shows, a fall harvest festival, a haunted house, fireworks, and trick-or-treating for the kids. Admission is $24.95 for adults and $21.95 for children ages 3-12. For more information, call 305-361-5705.

Early Evening of Spooky Adventures, Oct 30, 31 & Nov 1 -- This family-friendly event at the Gold Coast Railroad Museum offers trick-or-treating in special sandbox, pumpkin decorating, story telling and, of course, a Halloween train ride! For more information, call the Gold Coast Railroad Museum at 305-253-0063.

Halloween on the Mile, Oct 31 -- Miracle Mile in Coral Gables features a family-friendly trick-or-treating event from 4PM-7PM. In addition to trick-or-treating, the event features a scavenger hunt, haunted house and costume contests for kids and dogs!

Happy Halloween, Miami!