Halloween Boo Bash returns to Downtown Oshawa on October 17

The Oshawa Halloween Boo Bash returns on Saturday, October 17 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Presented by Oshawa Tourism, the Halloween Boo Bash is a free outdoor event, featuring live music and performances, local vendors, costumes and a steady stream of strange characters wandering the streets looking for someone to startle.

Event Highlights

Scare-sensitive activities: Between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. there won’t be any scare actors in the event’s Scare Zones, giving smaller kids and anyone who scares easily the opportunity to enjoy the event in a less frightening way. Pumpkin decorating will also take place during this time in Victoria Lane. Select downtown businesses will also be taking part in trick-or-treating.

Live music and performances: Enjoy punk, rock and more heavy live music all day at The Boneyard Stage. A Michael Jackson impersonator will lead crowds through Beat It and Thriller twice, once just before 2 p.m. and again just before 7 p.m.

Halloween-themed entertainment: Costumed scare actors will be roaming throughout the footprint starting at 3 p.m. and giving theatrical performances. More entertainment includes a Krampus street party, aerial performers and a Scarecrow Lane created by local artists.

Road Closures: There will be a number of road closures throughout downtown Oshawa on October 17 for the event. Increased traffic around the downtown core is anticipated. Please plan your travel accordingly.

For event details and additional information, including severe weather updates, visit oshawaboobash.com. For any inquiries, please contact Oshawa Tourism.