Well, Halloween falls on a Friday this year, so most of you don't have much of an excuse to NOT get out and about.  But what are ya gonna do?  I haven't found anything comin' up this year that is too terribly creative, but you do have some classic options.  Here are a few ideas - if you know of one that I missed, tell me and I might add it to the list.  These don't all necessarily fall ON halloween night, so be sure to check the links for details.   :)

Costume Parties/Contests:

Halloween Costume Contest @ F15teen - $250 prize for best costume, $150 for the sexiest.

Time to do Halloween some justice @ Pepper Lounge - $500 prize possible if you come dressed as a superhero???

Masquerade Ball & Costume Contest @ Pure Nightclub - cash prizes

X-Rated Halloween @ Sugar Lounge -  $500 in cash in prizes

Haunted Houses:

The Darkness (1525 South 8th Street, Soulard) - Rated one of America's Best Haunted Attractions By USA Today, AOL.com, HauntWorld.com and featured on the National Geographic Channel, the Today Show and Modern Marvels.

Creepyworld (Fenton) - Part of the 5 haunted house tour.  Buy a "terror ticket" and see them all!

Fright Fest @ Six Flags

Theatre of the Dead (1107 N. Second Street, Saint Charles)

Fun for the entire family:

No-so-haunted House @ The Magic House - Doesn't have to be scary to have a good time - take your kids!(Oct 24 - 26, 2008)

Boo at the Zoo (Saint Louis Zoo - Oct 17-30, 2008)

For your pets!:

Howl-O-Ween @ Petco - pet costume contest and photo shoot.  Dress 'em up and sign up at your local Petco.  (Saturday, Oct 25) 

Parties:

Halloween in the Central West End - Kids costume party and dog parade during the day, and an adult only party at night. (Oct 25, 2008)

21st Annual Lemp Mansion Halloween Party  (3322 DeMenil Place, Soulard)

So, what are your plans?!