With Halloween right around the corner, family-friendly spooky events are in season. From Boo at the Zoo to the Annual Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at The Wonder Place, we've got you covered on all things Hallows Eve.

Annual Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at The Wonder Place: Little ones who aren't ready for all of the frights and thrills can hang out at this sweet soiree that includes goody bags, storytime, special crafts and a scavenger hunt. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged. As always, the second adult in the family receives free admission! $5, kids under 1 are free. Friday, Oct. 21, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For info: (501) 225-4050, thewonderplace.org.

Boo at the Zoo: Arkansas's largest Halloween festival is back and filled will with lots of howl-oween fun! Boo At The Zoo is appropriate for families with children of all ages, and features a safe environment for trick-or-treating along with other spooktacular amenities and attractions. Don your costumes and stroll through the colorful lights and Halloween-themed decorations. Trick-or-treaters enjoy nightly dance contests, costume contests, free carousel rides, glitter tattoos, live music, a dance party and more! $10; all inclusive arm bands are $20. Oct. 21-31, 6-9 p.m. For info, (501) 666-2406, littlerockzoo.com.

6th Annual World Cheese Dip Championship: The 6th annual World Cheese Dip Championship is here! Come out to the River Market Pavilions, hear some great tunes, try all of the exciting dips, and your vote will help us crown the World Cheese Dip Champions. Amateurs and professionals from around the country will compete to impress your taste buds, so everybody wins! $10, $8 in advance, kids 10 and under are free. Saturday, Oct. 22 at noon. For info: cheesedip.net.

23rd Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Downtown Little Rock: Help fight breast cancer and support survivors by being part of this annual event. Activities include: Competitive Race (7:30 a.m.); Run/Walk 5K (8 a.m.); Family 2K (8:20 a.m.); and Survivor Parade (9:30 a.m.). Start line is at the corner of Capitol and Arch. $25-$35; kids under 5 are free. Saturday, Oct. 22, 7:30 a.m. For info: komenarkansas.org.

77th Annual Arkansas State Fair at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds: Visitors can explore the Agricultural Education Center, gawk at animals from the livestock show and meet zebras, goats, llamas and camels in the petting zoo. The Midway includes all of your favorite fair foods and more than 50 rides! Advance gate tickets are $5.99 for adults and $2.99 for children 6-12. Check out our list of 10 things to do while you're at the fair. Oct. 14-Oct. 23. For info: (501) 372-8341, ArkansasStateFair.com.

Fall Photography Workshop at the Central Arkansas Nature Center: Autumn is upon us, the color of the changing leaves combined with natural and man-made landscapes sets the stage for some of the most interesting, colorful, and impactful photos of the year. Learn technical and creative tips on how to capture fall colors in all of their beauty. Discover Arkansas locations for fall landscape shots and wildlife photography opportunities. For teens and adults. Free, registration required. Saturday, Oct. 22, 1-4 p.m. For info: (501) 907-0636, centralarkansasnaturecenter.org.

For more events, check out our complete calendar here.