Media Advisory - Black Creek Pioneer Village to "fright" and delight families this Halloween

-Have a haunting good time at Howling Hootenanny or experience chills at Ghost Walks-

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2014 /CNW/ - Halloween means old time fun at Howling Hootenanny, Black Creek Pioneer Village's family oriented Halloween event complete with trick or treating throughout the Village. Families will enjoy shooting apples into the Valley with the apple sling shot, a creepy creature show, the haunted maze, face painting with airbrush tattoos, pumpkin decorating, Halloween crafts and more.

Or, for the more daring, visit us on our Ghost Walks night, to experience the eerie side of Black Creek Pioneer Village. Led by our knowledgeable "ghost" guides, our signature tours offer three unique ways to experience Black Creek after dark. Hear stories of hauntings and paranormal activity while touring the historic buildings. Bring your camera and recorder to document ghostly encounters and a flashlight or lantern to explore the buildings. These tours are not for the faint of heart and are recommended for adults and those interested in the paranormal.  Author and ghost hunter Terry Boyle of the Haunted Ontario book series will be on site to sign books and speak about his spooky experiences in the field.

What: Howling Hootenanny

Event Details:

• Main stage performances by Abracadracula (October 18th & 19th), Kobbler Jay (October 25^th) and The Fire Guy (October 26th)
• Creepy Creature Show - Get up close and personal with a crew of spooky critters!
• Happy Faces Airbrush Tattoos (12:30-4:30)
• The Haunted Maze - Are you brave enough to make it to the end? (12:00-4:00)
• Scarecrow Mini Maze - Fun for the little ones.
• Apple Sling Shot (12:00-4:00)
• FREE Pumpkin Decorating (while supplies last)
• Trick-or-Treat in the Village

When: October 18 & 19  and October 25 & 26 11:00 am – 4:30 pm

Admission:

• Adults (ages 15 - 59) $15
• Children (ages 5-14) $11
• Seniors (ages 60+) $14
• Students (15+ with ID) $14
• Children 4 years and under (when accompanied with a parent) are FREE
• Members Free
• Parking $7 per car/day

What: Black Creek Ghost Walks

When: October 25

Admission: Reservations required. Buy tickets online at www.blackcreek.ca or call 416-667-6295

Tour Details:

A HAUNTED VILLAGE: Explore the most active buildings at Black Creek with our "ghost" guides.  Visit with a bereaved ghost in Burwick House, hear the tragic story of Michael Stong in the Stongs' Second House, look out for the lady in yellow in the Flynn House and hear tales from beyond the Veil in the Grain Barn. Discover the stories behind the paranormal activity and explore the buildings by flashlight and lantern.

Tour Times: 5:30pm, 7:15pm & 9:00pm,

Ticket Price: $18+hst/Member, $20+hst/non-Member

GHOST TALES AND HISTORIC ALES: Enjoy ghost stories, legends, a cemetery and more! Hear the story of the miserly Minister of the Manse, snap photos of the orbs in the Fisherville Cemetery and hear a tragic tale in Robin's Mill before heading over to the haunted Half Way House.  This tour ends in the Black Creek Historic Brewery with a guided tasting of three historic ales brewed on-site.   

Tour Times: 6:00pm, 7:45pm & 9:15pm,

Ticket Price: $20+hst/Member, $23+hst/non-Member

DEATH & DYING IN THE VICTORIAN AGE:  The Victorians made dying an art! This tour explores the disturbing Victorian rituals around death including postmortem photography, mourning and remembrance.  See actual artifacts and discover how Victorians were hurried to their deaths through diseases, epidemics, crime and questionable doctoring including bloodletting, trepanation and more!

Tour Times: 6:45pm & 8:30pm,

Ticket Price: $18+hst/Member, $20+hst/non-Member

Where: Black Creek Pioneer Village: 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, Ontario

About Black Creek Pioneer Village
Black Creek Pioneer Village is Toronto's premier outdoor living history museum. Visitors can explore heritage homes and buildings restored to re-create an 1860s Ontario village. Historic interpreters in period dress demonstrate how villagers lived, worked and played. The Village hosts learning programs and special events that highlight local heritage and culture. The tranquil setting, rural landscapes, heritage gardens and period farm animal breeds make Black Creek Pioneer Village the perfect place to break out of the modern world and journey into the past. Located in north Toronto, Black Creek Pioneer Village is owned and operated by Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA). For more information please visit www.blackcreek.ca.

Black Creek Pioneer Village acknowledges support from the City of Toronto, the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture, The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto, and the public.

SOURCE: Black Creek Pioneer Village

Media Contact: Rowena Calpito, Black Creek Pioneer Village, 416.661.6600 ext 5632, [email protected]