Nothing pairs better with autumn than a scary book by Stephen King; or a scary movie based on a King novel; or taking a trip to Maine to celebrate the author's birthday later this month, as he was born in Vacationland.

King is coming up on his 78th birthday, born on Sept. 21, 1947 and his hometown of Bangor, ME will be hosting a carnival in his honor.

There are several King-oriented happenings on the horizon this fall, and you can participate in any of them.

Here's what to know.

About the Stephen King birthday carnival?

The event is Sept. 21 from 2-8 p.m. at 2 Feet Brewing, located at 80 Columbia St. Bangor, ME.

The online invite states that the event will consist of a "downtown carnival and Bangor-area beer garden. There'll be spooky fun for everyone.

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