By Angela Almeida                                                                                                      Opinions Editor

In need of a place to spend good ole Hallows Eve? Well, look no further. Here are a list of possiblities that might appeal to your tastes rather than the trite trials of trick-or-treating.

1. Dallas ScareGrounds – Complete with three haunted houses (The Nectorium, The Terrotorium, The Hallucinatorium). Perfect for those thrill-seekers, eager for fear at about $20 a ticket for regular admission. This is located on 2001 Irving Boulevard in Dallas, and sure to be quite a scare. http://www.dallasscaregrounds.com/home2009.html

2. Inwood theatre – Playing the much-anticipated “This Is It” Michael Jackson documentary about his life up until now, highlighting his most recent, expected tour. In addition, this is showing in the ever-popular screening room, so it’s sure to be quite the thriller of the night. Moreover, Evil Dead 2: Dead by Dawn is scheduled for a midnight showing for those of you more fond of the classic horror flick. http://www.landmarktheatres.com/Market/Dallas/Dallas_Frameset.htm

3. Main St Massacre – For those 18 years old and up, Club Purgatory is having a massive halloween party. Complete with a $10,000 prize for best costume, Main St Massacre is the place to go if you’re in need of fun intermixed with a bit of eerie Oct. 31 themed suspense.

4. Ghostland Observatory – At the Palladium Ballroom. This is sure to be a concert of the year. Starts at 8:00 pm and is fitting for those seeking great tunes from the duo Aaron Behrens and Thomas Ross Turner. Tickets range from $60 -80.                                                   http://www.stubhub.com/ghostland-observatory-tickets/ghostland-observatory-dallas-the-palladium-ballroom-10-31-2009-889845/

When worst comes to worst, one could always stay inside and gratify the younger generations with candy and such. However, something tells me these options seem more fruitful.