A new event is coming to downtown St. Joseph this October.

St. Joseph Today Director Paul Knapp tells us to ensure there are activities in the area all year long, the new Downtown Spooktacular will be held October 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“ We feel committed to inspiring programming 12 months out of the year and looked at October as a void in our annual calendar and thought it’d be a great opportunity to bring something similar to our Magical Ice Fest or the Chalk the Block,” Knapp said.

Knapp says the day will feature magic shows and more.

“ We’re going to have a pumpkin patch with a decorating station, a Halloween market for farmers and artisans and other vendors to come and sell seasonal treats. We are excited for a

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