10 things to do in Saskatchewan this weekend
Friday
1. Rocky Horror Picture Show — Saskatoon
The popular cult movie returns for Halloween. The Rocky Horror Picture Show will be screened at the Broadway Theatre at 8 p.m. CST.
Tickets are available at broadwaytheatre.ca.
2. The No-No’s Halloween Spooktacular — Saskatoon
The No-No’s Halloween Spooktacular is filled with spooky stories, outlandish costumes and improv comedy.
It takes place at Le Relais, 308 Fourth Ave. North, at 9:30 p.m. CST. Admission is $7 at the door or $3 if you’re in costume.
3. The Hadlen Halloween Horror Hypnosis Hour — Saskatoon
Hypnotist, magician, entertainer and speaker Hadlen performs a comedy hypnosis show with a Halloween twist.
The all-ages event takes place at the Roxy Theatre at 7 p.m. CST.
Tickets available by calling 844-5-HADLEN or at the door.
Saturday
4. Bruce McCulloch: Young Drunk Punk — Saskatoon
Former Kids in the Hall star Bruce McCulloch will be combine stand-up comedy, live music and assorted autobiographical insights into his show.
He takes the Broadway Theatre stage at 8 p.m. CST. Tickets are available at the door and informationstation.ca.
Also, McCulloch will be signing copies of his book, Let's Start a Riot, at McNally Robinson at 4 p.m. CST.
5. Grandmothers 4 Grandmothers 7th Annual Scrabble for Africa — Regina
The event is in support of African grandmothers raising children orphaned by AIDS. Participants collect pledges in advance, then play a friendly game of Scrabble.
There will be prizes for top individual and team fundraisers, top Scrabble table scores, as well as draws and challenges.
The event takes place at All Saints Anglican Church Parish Hall, 142 Massey Road, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Check-in is between 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. CST.
6. Pumpkins in the Park — Saskatoon
Bring your Halloween Jack-O'-Lanterns for one last light before composting. Tea lights will be provided.
Bring your own mugs for free hot chocolate and hot dogs. The event takes place at Rotary Park from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. CST.
Admission is free.
Sunday
7. Pit Beef Fall Supper — Craven
Dinner includes pit beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, vegetables and turnips. It also includes a beverage and dessert.
The event takes place at the Craven Rink from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. CST.
Tickets available at the door; adults $14, children five to 12 years old $5 pre-school kids are free.
Funds from the supper go to helping the operation of the Craven Rink.
8. Karrnnel — Saskatoon
Fiddle player Karrnnel Sawitsky takes the The Bassment (202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon) stage on Sunday at 8 p.m. CST.
Tickets ($17 for members and $22 at the door) available at saskatoonjazzsociety.com.
Saturday and Sunday
9. An Evening with Sarah McLachlan — Saskatoon and Regina
The Grammy and Juno Award-winning singer will take the TCU Place stage in Saskatoon on Saturday at 8 p.m. CST.
She will then head to Regina for a show at the Conexus Arts Centre. The show also begins at 8 p.m. CST.
10. When the Shadows End: a First World War-era musical — Saskatoon
Music arranged and libretto written by Garry Gable for the University of Saskatchewan Music Ensemble.
The event takes place at Quance Theatre in the U of S Education Building
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. CST each night. Tickets are available at the door.