Batavia MainStreet will hold its Witches Night Out this month to celebrate Halloween.

The event will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in downtown Batavia.

Spooky features include exclusive raffles, a Best Witch Costume Contest and tarot reading by Annie Hex.

The Batavia Women’s Club will perform a Dance of Witches at 5 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to dress in witch attire. Several businesses also will have their own activities.

Participating downtown businesses include:

• Batavia Boardwalk Shops
• 63rd Street Apothecary – tarot and intuitive readings, Halloween gnomes, moon-charged bath salts, simmer pot blends, and witch balls.
• MoJo Handbags, Etc. – tarot and intuitive readings, Halloween gnomes, moon-charged bath salts, simmer pot blends, and witch balls.
• Red Hive Market
• Healing Arts Metaphysical Center – curated gemstone kits, in-store specials, custom besoms and broom crafts, witch-themed drinks and treats, and witches’ brew tea.
• Urban Apothecary
• WindMill Grille and Pizzeria
• Paula’s Couture Consignment
• Soul Studio Batavia
• Wilson Street Mercantile

Batavia MainStreet is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing downtown Batavia through community-based programs and volunteer-driven efforts.