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5 Perfect Spots for Celebrating Halloween in Río Piedras

Milyarielix Dávila Vélez Student Contributor, University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras
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No idea on what to do this spooky season? Wipe off that resting witch faceー you clicked on the right article!

Be ready to dive into 5 exciting Halloween activities hosted in Río Piedras or its vicinity. At this time of year, the streets are filled with a mysterious and fun atmosphere, and there are a variety of spooky activities to enjoy.

In this article, we will explore some of the best Halloween activities that will make you shake with excitement. Get ready for an adventure full of scares and fun!

1. Halloween Concert: Camerata Pops Orchestra

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The Camerata Pops Orchestra will be a mysterious and fun concert, full of dancing, costumes, lights, and the best Halloween songs. At this concert, you’ll get to listen to some classical renditions of some of the most iconic spooky film franchises, such as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetlejuice, Harry Potter, It, Corpse Bride, and Hocus Pocus, among many others.

More than 50 artists will be performing on stage in a show suitable for all ages, under the direction of maestro Emanuel Olivieri.

There will be a dance competition to which you can go dressed as your favorite character and show off your best dance moves!

Date: October 29, 2023

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Place: Teatro UPR Recinto de Río Piedras San Juan, Puerto Rico

Price: $35.00-$45.00

2. El Renacer

Inside the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras campus, the activity El Renacer will be taking place in front of the Julia de Burgos theater. There will be many local musicians and bands, as well as local artisan tables. Don’t forget to bring your costume, because there will be a costume party! Go ahead and celebrate a spooky October night with your friends and classmates.

Date: October 26, 2023

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Place: In front of Julia de Burgos theater

Price: Free

3. Paint and Wine Neon: Halloween Edition

Although it won’t be hosted on campus, the venue for this activity is only a 5-minute drive away. At Ecos Sport Park, a painting and wine activity will be offered, full of fun, spookiness, and art. The activity includes a glass of wine and all the art supplies you need! Don’t forget to bring a Halloween attitude and a lot of creativity with you!

Date: October 25, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Ecos Sport Park

Price: $45

4. Halloween Hysteria Party XV

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This Halloween party will feature tons of rock music from local bands like Vieja Estirpe, La Plaga, and Los Skatómicos. A perfect spooky experience for a Halloween night out!

Date: October 28, 2023

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Place: El Ensayo Café-Teatro-Bar, 55 Calle Robres, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Price: Free

5. Necromancy Cosmetica

Necromancy Cosmetica is a local company that handcrafts vegan and cruelty-free makeup. They also sell sage, incense, and branded merch. Their store has a super creative and gothic themed decoration, so it’s definitely a go-to spot. Necromancy has everything you need to elevate your makeup looks this Halloween season!

Milyarielix Dávila Vélez is a writer for Her Campus Rio Piedras Chapter. Simultaneously, she is completing her bachelor's degree in journalism and public relations at the University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras Campus. She likes to write and share about her experiences and knowledge so that readers learn new things and maybe even identify with some of her stories!

Beyond Her Campus, Milyarielix works in customer service. She loves talking to everyone and exchanging ideas which helps her to be more creative and analytical. In addition, she is part of The National Association of Hispanic Journalists and the Association of University Publicists and Public Relations.

Some of Milyarielix's hobbies are participating in workshops that encourage professional and personal growth. She also enjoys activities like beach cleaning, bird watching, road trips, and going thrifting to find hidden gems. She is a lover of animals and dreams of becoming a rescuer one day, meanwhile, she helps non-profit organizations that are dedicated to saving the lives of abandoned animals. She is passionate about fashion and hanging out with her friends, but most of all she will make sure to always have a good time no matter what!