By Cassidy Ritter, Special to Denverite

Scary season is in full swing with haunted houses (and car washes and bounce houses), pumpkin patches and trick-or-treating across the Denver metro.

The Mile High City is also home to several spooky balls and parties, spooky and Halloween-themed markets and festivals.

Whatever you do, have fun and stay safe celebrating!

Notes: Some events are family-friendly and others are for older crowds. Events with an * are taking place virtually or outdoors.

Pumpkins and corn mazes

Daily, ends Oct. 31: *Maize in the City. 10451 McKay Road, Thornton. Times vary. No cover (attractions are a-la-carte, ranging $0-$14).

Tuesdays-Sundays, ends Nov. 2: *Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns. Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Prices vary.

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