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Celebrate Halloween with a spooky evening of books, treats, and family-friendly fright at the Haunted Library at BookMaze Mesa! On Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, BookMaze Mesa transforms into a Halloween destination for readers, families, and anyone looking for a little spooky fun. Step inside the Haunted Library, where the bookstore becomes a haunted-house experience filled with Halloween surprises. Admission is just $5 per person, and children age 12 and under enter free! Outside, enjoy a free Trunk-or-Treat featuring local authors and community participants who have decorated their vehicles for Halloween. Families can collect treats, meet local writers, discover new books, and enjoy a festive evening celebrating the Mesa community. Whether you're searching for a Halloween adventure, a fun family outing, or a chance to connect with Arizona's literary community, the Haunted Library offers a unique way to spend Halloween night! Event Details Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: BookMaze Mesa, Mesa, Arizona Haunted House Admission: $5 per person; children 12 and under free Trunk-or-Treat: Free to attend Learn more about the Haunted Library: https://www.anthology.org/index.php/calendar/eventdetail/42/-/haunted-library-2026 Fundraiser Notice: Supporting the Mesa Book Festival The Haunted Library is a fundraiser benefiting the Mesa Book Festival, organized by Anthology, Inc. Proceeds help support the annual festival's mission of bringing authors, publishers, readers, and families together to celebrate books, literacy, and the literary arts. Join us for the 2026 Mesa Book Festival, December 5–6, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Downtown Mesa, featuring more than 70 vendors, author appearances, live entertainment, children's readings, and family-friendly literary activities. Learn more about the 2026 Mesa Book Festival: https://www.anthology.org/index.php/calendar/eventdetail/38/-/2026-mesa-book-festival