THE WITCHING HOUR (Friday, October 24): Bring your family and fall under the spell of that is Carlisle with magic and activities at every turn throughout downtown. You’ll find something for everyone.
Stop by your favorite restaurant, eatery, bar or brewery and grab a drink to go as you walk around downtown and admire the pumpkin patch or pumpkins that have been decorated by downtown businesses.
THE CASE OF THE CARLISLE CAT-ASTROPHE SCAVENGER HUNT: Don’t miss our Digital Scavenger Hunt Mystery that will take you around Downtown Carlisle. All participants that complete the scavenger hunt will receive a prize and if your team solves the mystery correctly, you’ll be entered to win the grand prize. The first clue will be posted on our website and social media pages beginning on October 22. The scavenger hunt will run from October 22-31.
DOWNTOWN PUMPKIN PATCH:
Come downtown October 22-26 and check out our Downtown Pumpkin Patch! Roam around downtown and find carefully crafted pumpkins from our downtown businesses. You’ll also be able to vote for your favorites.
SPELLBOUND WAGON RIDES WITH BENCHFIELD FARMS (6-8pm): Take a 15 minute horse drawn wagon ride while listening to some wicked Tales of Carlisle. $10/person, groups of 8 or more paying customers eligible for a discount. Children 3 and under are free. Rides begin at Church Ave and S Hanover St. To make reservations, call/text Traci at 717-448-8464.
EAST SIDE GHOST TOUR WITH JENNIFER FROM TIMEKEEPER TOURS (7pm) Join us as we walk Carlisle's east side. Among stories on this tour, you'll hear about a hanging, a senseless duel and a fire that devastated the entire town. This Tour meets at the town mural at 41 West High St Carlisle, Pa 17013. Tours are $15/person. Reserve tickets here >>
https://www.timekeepertours.com/service-page/east-side-ghost-tour-2?referral=service_list_widget
BACK PORCH BREWING: 133 N Hanover St
Monster Mash / Costume Contest @ 7pm - Dress in your best costume and come to Back Porch Brewing for an evening of fun and Live Music. Not Quite Rite will be playing your favorite tunes and monster music. Best dressed wins a $25 gift card from Back Porch and $25 in LoveBucks from Love Carlisle. Must be 18 years older or older to participate.
CARLISLE CREATIVE VIBES: 152 N Hanover St
Oddities Exhibit by Spellbound at CCV: Talking Boards, Human Skull, Haunted Dolls and more located inside the Carlisle Creative Vibes - Vibe Lounge.
CREATE-A-PALOOZA: 11 E High St
(6-8pm) I smell pottery?! Join us in lighting the Black Flame Candle as we summon the Sanderson Sisters! This painting event will surely put a spell on you! Enjoy delicious munchies and let the witch hunt begin. What to expect:
-Wide variety of Hocus Pocus inspired pottery to select from
-Never painted pottery before? - no worries! no experience necessary
-Choose your own paint colors and designs (we can help too)
-Light snacks served, s’more bar & BYOB
-Feel free to dress for the occasion
-Avg cost $15-$25
EARTH ARTISAN & OUTFITTER: 37 W Chapel Ave
(12-4pm) Get in touch with your inner green witch and feel empowered by Mother Nature's good green energy at Earth Artisan & Outfitter located in a charming mid-1800's carriage house at 37 W Chapel Ave in the wilds of downtown Carlisle's historic district. Enjoy a sample of freshly brewed herbal tea grown in Earth's garden, pull a tarot card from the Wild Wisdom Companion to learn more about the path you're on, and gather earth-based art, goods, gear & guides for furthering your connection to Mother Nature with a sale on all heirloom organic art seed packs to plant positive intentions and keep the good vibes growing.
ECLIPSE GAMING CAFE: 57 W Pomfret St
(4-8pm) Spiritual Intuitive Readings: Step into the realm of quiet knowing during at Eclipse Gaming Cafe, where Shanna Rae will offer readings using both the ancient symbols of runes and the insight of oracle cards to illuminate what’s stirring beneath the surface. Each session invites reflection, clarity, and a touch of magic - perfect for those seeking guidance from the unseen currents of their own lives.
HELENA’S CAFE & CREPERIE: 36 W High St
(4-8pm): Tarot Readings: Step into Helena's Chocolate Cafe and Creperie and encounter the candlelit calm of Awen Tarot. Kyra - a licensed therapist and Tarot reader - will be there to offer a glimpse beneath the veil, where intuition meets insight and symbols speak in whispers. Drawing from depth psychology and shadow work, her readings illuminate what’s stirring in your story and guide you gently back to your own inner knowing.
ROUND-A-BOUT BAGELS (CARLISLE CAT CAFE): 150 N Hanover St
Date with the Familiar (4-9pm) - Book a date with a Familiar during The Witching Hour on Friday. Round-A-Bout Bagels will also be offering drink specials.
SAUCED: 26 W High St
Stranger Things Escape the Upside Down: Step into the Upside Down and see if your team can crack the clues and escape before the clock runs out. Book your spot now:
https://bookeo.com/saucedescaperoom
THE URBAN ARTISAN STUDIO: 101 N Hanover St
(All Day) Urban Artisan Studio has a variety of Spell Kits for purchase on Friday during The Witching Hour. Four different Spell Kits will be available:
Cleansing & Purification Spell Kit: For clearing negative energy, ritual cleansing.
Abundance & Prosperity Spell Kit: To attract wealth, opportunity, luck.
Love & Heart Healing Spell Kit: To open the heart, self-love, healing relationships.
Grounding & Protection Spell Kit: To feel centered, protected, stable.
If you are a downtown business and have something planned for Friday, October 24th. Email Phil at
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