Grand Raven Festival
Visitors celebrate the season with raven-inspired activities, including viewing Edgar Allan Poe-themed scarecrows and community-carved pumpkins displayed across downtown. Festivities feature a New Orleans-style pop-up parade to welcome Edgar the Grand Raven, dramatic story readings, and guided evening walks through town. Guests can also enjoy trick-or-treating at local businesses and sip specialty themed cocktails.
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When
Hours
Opening night: October 1, 5:30 PM; pop-up strut begins at 6 p.m. Whispers in the Park: 7:00 pm. Victorian Book Walk: 6:30 PM. Grand Raven Story Slam: 6:15 PM. Thrill the World workshops: Monday and Thursday nights at 6:00; rehearsals September 27 and October 11 at 4:00; performance October 24 at 6:00 pm. Haunted Farmers Market: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Downtown Farmington Trick-or-Treating: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Farmington
Food & Drink
Visitors can sip specialty raven-inspired cocktails at participating downtown businesses or carry Syndicate social district beverages during events.
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Tips & Advice
- Wear raven attire or bring Syndicate beverages to join the opening night pop-up strut.
- Victorian or macabre clothing is strongly encouraged for participants joining the evening book walk.
- Grab a free pumpkin while supplies last at the Farmers & Artisans Market to decorate for the carving contest.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening night features a New Orleans-style pop-up strut with Gabriel Brass Band to welcome Edgar the Grand Raven.
- Halloween includes a family-friendly Haunted Farmers Market with trick-or-treating, plus trick-or-treating at downtown businesses.
- Whispers in the Park and Victorian book walks take place in separately scheduled October sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar the Grand Raven?
Edgar is Downtown Farmington's spirit animal, celebrated and welcomed each season with a brass band pop-up parade.
What are the scarecrows in the Ravencrow Contest inspired by?
The scarecrows are raven-themed designs inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's poem The Raven.
What happens during Whispers in the Park?
Each gathering includes a dramatic reading of a children's story, an excerpt from an Edgar Allan Poe work, and a family-friendly craft or activity.
Is registration required for the Victorian book walk?
No, no registration is required to participate in the walk.
Can anyone participate in the Thrill the World dance?
Yes, everyone is welcome regardless of dance experience, and zombie attire is strongly encouraged.
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