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10 things to do in Boston this weekend

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The Dresden Dolls. Brandon Soder

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Spook yourself with a scary movie

You can keep it classic with a screening of “Edward Scissorhands” at the Fenway Community Center on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. (there will be snacks!), or enjoy a double-feature of “Scream” (1996) and “Scream” (2022) at the Coolidge Corner Theatre on Thursday at 7 p.m. On a budget? Head to the Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library for a screening of “Beetlejuice” on Thursday from 6-7:30 p.m. (Tuesday-Thursday, Oct. 29-31 at various times and locations) — Emily Schario

Bring your pet to Yappy Hour by the water

Yappy Hour @ The Anchor returns to the popular open-air and pet-friendly courtyard patio in Charlestown. A collab with Red Dog Resort and Spa and Charlestown Dogs, the festivities take place this Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Bring your furry friend to enjoy live music, views of Boston from the Charlestown Naval Yard, free swag, treats, and giveaways, along with food and drink for purchase. (Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 4-7 p.m.; 1 Shipyard Park, Boston) — Cheryl Fenton

Spend a night (shopping) at the museum

Specifically, the WNDR Museum in Downtown Crossing. The folks from Select Markets are teaming up with the interactive WNDR Museum to host a Halloween-themed vintage clothing market (or “boo-tique”) this Wednesday. Expect a line up of vintage vendors, specialty drinks, a permanent jewelry station, and a live DJ. Feeling extra spooky? You can come in your best Halloween garb to enter their costume contest. (Wednesday, Oct. 30. from 6 to 9 p.m.; 500 Washington St., Boston; $32) — Emily Schario

Head to a brewery for some BOO-ze

Halloween may be on a Thursday, but this line-up of Halloween parties on Oct. 31 is giving weekend vibes. The only hard part is picking which one to go to. Sam Adams (6-9 p.m.) is throwing down with a night of “Black Mirror” trivia and trick-or-treat tastings; Short Path Distillery’s party (6-11 p.m.) features a Halloween cocktail menu and free candy; and Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co. in Fenway (8 p.m.) is throwing a costume contest with sweet prizes for the best dressed. (Thursday, Oct. 31 at various times and locations) — Emily Schario

See a witchy drag show

Expect a vibe that’s “Paul Revere’s midnight ride meets the Sanderson Sisters” during Thursday night’s prix fixe menu and drag show at the Revere Hotel’s restaurant, Rebel’s Guild. The menu features pub fare, and during the drag performance, stay seated for bewitching performances and spellbinding costumes starting at 6:30 p.m. on Halloween evening. (Thursday, Oct. 31 at 6:30 p.m.; 200 Stuart St., Boston) — Katelyn Umholtz

See future Oscar winners at IFFBoston Fall Focus

If you want to see some of 2024’s most anticipated films weeks or months before they open nationwide, Independent Film Festival Boston (IFFBoston) will be screening 14 buzzworthy movies at the Brattle Theatre at its annual Fall Focus showcase. The fun starts on Halloween with “Nightbitch,” a horror-comedy about a housewife (Amy Adams) who periodically transforms into a dog. To find out when you’ll be able to see other Oscar hopefuls like “Nickel Boys” and “Hard Truths,” check out the IFF Boston website. (Thursday-Monday, Oct. 31-Nov. 4 at various times; Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge; $12-19 per film) — Kevin Slane

Listen to ’90s hits by candlelight

Imagine this: You’re humming along to your favorite ’90s throwbacks surrounded by a sea of candles. That’s exactly the vibe at the 90s Unplugged Candlelight Concert on Nov. 1. at First Church in Cambridge. The tentative program includes tracks from ’90s icons like The Cranberries, Alanis Morissette, and Red Hot Chili Peppers. You can get a taste of the Candlelight Concert series here. (Friday, Nov. 1 at 8:45 p.m.; 11 Garden St, Cambridge; $33-$59) — Emily Schario

See a mountain of a movie

It’s not every day that an independently produced and locally filmed movie gets a theatrical release. But with the blessing of producer Sylvester Stallone, that’s what audiences are getting this weekend with “Lost On A Mountain in Maine,” the true story of a 12-year-old boy separated from his family during a storm. Donn Fendler’s nine days of survival were international news at the time, and now the story gets the big-screen treatment almost 90 years later. A full list of showtimes is available via Atom Tickets. (Starting Friday, Nov. 1 at various theaters) — Kevin Slane

Get weird with the Dresden Dolls

Do you really need anything beyond a vocalist-pianist-composer and a drummer to put together a strong rock band? When it’s the Boston-formed duo of Amanda Palmer and Brian Viglione – aka The Dresden Dolls – that’s more than enough. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to throw in oddball stylistic elements like mime makeup, bowler hats, and a sound that veers between listener-friendly pop and theatrical German cabaret. (Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2 at 7 p.m.; Roadrunner, 89 Guest St., Boston; $45) — Ed Symkus

Laugh along with Comics Come Home

For almost 30 years, Denis Leary has emceed Comics Come Home, an annual stand-up comedy showcase that benefits Bruins legend Cam Neely’s cancer research foundation. The lineup for this year’s showcase includes Bill Burr, Lenny Clarke, Ronny Chieng, Alec Flynn, Zarna Garg, Lil Rel Howery, Robert Kelly and Sam Morrill, which should provide the crowd at TD Garden hours of entertainment on Saturday. (Saturday, Nov. 2 at 8 p.m.; TD Garden, Boston; $54) — Kevin Slane