Eighth Annual Lost Soul Stroll
October 5 to 6, 11 to 13, 18 to 20, 23 to 27 and 30
207 King St. - $25
Join John Radclive (Ontario's first professional hangman) and Johannah Donnelly (the Donnelly family matriarch) on a tour of London's past. The walk features true tales of murder and disaster brought to life by the characters that lived through those terrifying times. The event runs from 8 to 9:30 p.m. each night.

Clovermead Pumpkin Festival
Every Saturday in October
11302 Imperial Rd, Alymer - $10
Pick your own pumpkin or check out the great pumpkin drop from the windmill tower. This fall festival celebrates the world of pumpkins. Family fun events include tractor wagon rides, animals and a pumpkin cannon show. Open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

FSU's Oktoberfest Pub
Thursday, October 11
Forwell Hall - $3 in advance/$4 at the door
Celebrate beer with the annual Oktoberfest Pub! Lederhosen is optional.

Haunted Village Hayrides
Starts October 12
Fanshawe Pioneer Village (1424 Clarke Rd) - $11
Ship of Death: The Wreck of the Victoria will take audiences to a horrific time when 200 Londoners tragically drowned in the Thames River. You will be horrified by the tragedy, astounded by the Heroism and enthralled with the gripping depiction. Shows run at 7, 8 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, and 7, 8, 9 and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Belmont Corn Maze — Haunting 2012
Oct 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27
46614 Crossley-Hunter Ln. RR #1, Belmont - $12
Trek through this 12-acre corn maze in the dark while countless witches, goblins and other creatures inhabit the land. This haunted adventure is not recommended for children. The maze will be open from 7 to 10 p.m.

FSU's Canada's Wonderland Halloween Haunt
Saturday, October 20
Canada's Wonderland - $45 for students/$50 for guests
During the Halloween Haunt, Canada's Wonderland will be crawling with frightening creatures and transformed into one haunting experience. The grounds will have decorative pops, thematic music, eerie lighting, and haunted houses! This all-day event starts at 8:45 a.m.

FSU's Children's Halloween Party
Saturday, October 27
Alumni Lounge - $3/child
It's a spooky party for the young ones! Children ages two to nine are invited to this event that includes performances, candy, games and costume judging!

London X-Ray Associates Halloween Haunting Run/Walk
Sunday, October 28
Springbank Park at Stone Cottage
Participate in the 5k run, 10k run, or 2k fun run/walk for charity! All proceeds from the event go to the London Track 3 Ski School, a non-profit association who provides impaired children and adults with downhill ski programs. Cash prizes will be given to the top three males and females in the 5 and 10 km runs. Don't forget to dress up because prizes will also be given out for best costumes!

FSU's Pumpkin Carving Contest
Monday, October 29
Oasis - Free
The Fanshawe Student Union wants to see your creative carvings! Students must register as teams in the Oasis between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. There's a minimum of two students per team limited to the first 10 teams who sign up. Pumpkins will be supplied and you'll have 40 minutes to complete your masterpieces. Prizes will be awarded to the top three designs, including $100 for the winners! All teams must report to the Oasis stage by 12:05 p.m. on the day of competition, which runs from 12 to 1:30 p.m.

FSU's 37th Annual Halloween Pub
Wednesday, October 31
Forwell Hall - $3 in advance, $4 at the door
Get decked out in your Halloween gear for this one! Cash prizes will be given out for the best costume, sexiest costume and group costume. This pub always sells out so get your tickets early! Doors open at 9:30 p.m.