It’s time to light up the jack-o’-lantern, load up on candy and watch some scary movies — because Halloween is right around the corner.

In honor of the occasion, we’ve rounded up a bunch of fun options to help people in the Bay Area properly celebrate the occasion.

So, click away on our suggestions and have a happy Halloween.

Halloween movie marathon

Here are our picks for 10 scary good new horror movies. Our picks range from the gory (the new “Texas Chainsaw Massacre) to the goofy (the so-bad-it’s-good “Jeepers Creepers: Reborn”).

Live shows

There are lots of Halloween- and horror-themed shows playing on Bay Area stages, ranging from scary (“Misery,” “Wait Until Dark”) — to the ghoulishly goofy (“Freddy Krueger’s Day Off”). Here’s a look.

Halloween calendar

Full a full roundup of all the scary festivities happening in the Bay Area this spooky season, check out our Halloween events calendar.

Haunted houses

Some people take Halloween decorations way too seriously — much to the delight of us all. Here’s where to see some of the best free home haunts in the East and South Bay.

Halloween concerts

There’s a lot of live music going on during the long Halloween weekend — which, for our purposes, runs Oct. 28-31. We line up 7 concerts — from Pink Floyd legend Nick Mason to new wave icons the B-52’s — performing in the Bay Area.

Cemetery and supernatural hikes

For those like horror with their hiking, here are several outdoor excursions that’re spooky, creepy-crawly or stalked by grumpy cryptids.

Halloween safety tips

Trick-or-treating this year? Here are tips for families and drivers for staying safe on Halloween.

Halloween treats and eats

Restaurant chains are getting into the Halloween mood this year with booritos, BO(O)GOs and other deals and giveaways.

Halloween recipes

Here are recipes for scary treats for your Halloween party.

Source: www.mercurynews.com