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Weekend top picks: Halloween in Downtown Ithaca, Haunted Wine Walk, and more

Weekend top picks: Halloween in Downtown Ithaca, Haunted Wine Walk, and more

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(607NewsNow) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in the area:

Halloween in Downtown Ithaca:

This Friday, October 24th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., kids in costume can collect candy from businesses across Downtown. The Downtown Ithaca Alliance’s roaming photographer will capture the fun, and this year features the Downtown Dogs Costume Contest at 6:00 PM on the Bernie Milton Pavilion. Find more information here.

Haunted Wine Walk at Hosmer Winery:

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th, head to the Hosmer Estate Winery for their Haunted Wine Walk. Each ticket for the Haunted Wine Walk includes a spooky souvenir glass, three food and wine pairings (6 wines), live music, interactive attractions, and more. Find more information here.

Newfield Lions Hayrides:

On Saturday, October 25th from noon to 4 p.m., join the Newfield Lions Club for free hayrides, hot dogs, donuts, and cider on Saturday, October 25 from 12-4 p.m. at Tioga State Bank parking lot, weather permitting. Find more information here.

Family Halloween Day at the Ithaca Farmers Market:

At 10 a.m. on Sunday, October 26th, find family-friendly Halloween with costumes, story time for kids, music from Mister Bobcat, and other activities at the Ithaca Farmers Market. Find more information here.

Bills Game at Hopshire Farm & Brewery:

Watch the Buffalo Bills face off against the Carolina Panthers at Hopshire Farm & Brewery this Sunday, October 26th at 1:00 p.m. Pint specials, $3 hotdogs, and $1 popcorn will be available. Find more information here.

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