It’s the Thursday before Halloween so here are some ideas on a few fun things to do that will get you in the spooky holiday mood. Check our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore. Here's what's happening in and around Concord.

Kids Adventure Night sponsored by Room to Read

When/Where: Friday, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. at Barefoot Books on Thoreau Street
Why Go: Get into the Halloween spirit with children's entertainment, spooky stories, interactive crafts, raffle prizes and more.
Pricing: Free

West Concord Designer Open Studios

When/Where: Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday Oct. 29 at the artists' studios in West Concord Village.
Why Go: See the creations of over 25 local artists and get a jump start on holiday shopping.
Pricing: Free to visit, artists set their own prices for merchandise.

Bell, Book and Candle

When/Where: Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m., at the Masonic Hall in Monument Square.
Why Go: See local performers in this rendition of the play that inspired the TV hit Bewitched.
Pricing: $12 for adults, $10 for children and seniors.

Zombies Come to Belmont

When/Where: Friday, Oct. 28, 8:30 p.m., at Studio Cinema on Trapelo Road in Belmont. 
Why Go: Meet Dr. Steve Schlozman, author of "The Zombie Autopsies," for an interactive workshop on the undead, and stay for a screening of the classic horror film Night of the Living Dead.
Pricing: $10 online, $12 at the door

Patch's Little Pumpkin Costume Contest

When/Where: Everywhere, ongoing through 9 p.m. on Oct. 31.
Why Go: Send us a picture of your child in his or her most creative costume for a chance to win a trip to New York City or Los Angeles.
Pricing: Free