Shocktober

10/12/2022

Thank you so much to everyone who attended the Shocktober Haunt Party – I hope you had as great a time as I did! It was a joy to see all of the amazing costumes, and we were all so happy to see everyone singing and dancing along with the band.

The entertainment was top-notch thanks to They Might Be Giants and, of course, to The Arc’s dedicated volunteers – the evening wouldn’t have been the success that it was without our super-talented actors, parking attendants, security detail, and ticket and merchandise sales help. Special shout out to our staff as well for volunteering their time and talent above and beyond everything else that they do for The Arc!

The event would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors. Enormous thanks again to Ion International Training Center, along with:
- DryHome Roofing & Siding
- The Coder School Ashburn and McLean
- Special Agent Bobbi = Special Needs Mom + Real Estate Agent
- Leesburg Lifestyle Magazine
- Jeff and Kathy Lubitz
- BB Insurance

We would love to hear your ideas for future fundraising events and look forward to having you with us as we, together, continue to advocate for, educate, serve, and support people with disabilities and their families.

10/05/2022

Join The Marionette and The Scarestalker at the They Might Be Giants in concert at the Shocktober Haunt Party!

Visit www.shocktober.org for more info

Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

They Might Be Giants The Arc of Loudoun

10/05/2022

They Might Be Giants, pioneers of alternative rock, will bring their eclectic mix of quirky lyrics and catchy pop hooks to Leesburg this week to support the Arc of Loudoun at They Might Be Giants in concert at the Shocktober Haunt Party!!

And while the band has garnered a large, devoted following over the years, founding member John Flansburgh said the charity performance might even be more interesting for those who are hearing the band for the first time.

“It’s just a big, interesting, barnstormer of a rock show,” Flansburgh told the Loudoun Times-Mirror during a phone interview on Friday. “I think there’s certain songs that we do that the first time you hear them is the most intriguing. I think it will be really interesting for somebody to just walk into our universe.”

Read the full article here:

They Might Be Giants, pioneers of alternative rock, will bring their eclectic mix of quirky lyrics and catchy pop hooks to Leesburg this week to support the Arc of Loudoun.

10/04/2022

Check out Loudoun Museum's 'Halloween Events in Loudoun' and make sure you come out this weekend for They Might Be Giants in concert at the Shocktober Haunt Party!!!

You don’t have to wait until October 31st to enjoy Halloween events and activities in Loudoun this year. Discover spooky tours, pumpkin carving and more.

09/30/2022

Best known for their certified platinum album Flood, They Might Be Giants will be kicking down the doors of alternative rock performing fan favorites: Birdhouse In Your Soul, Istanbul (Not Constantinople), Boss of Me, Don't Let's Start and Ana Ng.

A band doesn’t tour for 35 years if the people don’t come back for more. Brooklyn originals, They Might Be Giants is a beloved perpetual motion machine. The band’s melodic, upbeat, energetic, spontaneous, and often virtuosic show delivers in a way most live acts can’t. As they enter their fourth decade of music-making, the band continues to burnish their legendary status by actively recording their original songs and touring internationally. They’ve made over 20 albums, sold more than a few million, and won a couple of Grammys.

Come party with our poltergeists on 10/8!

They Might Be Giants in concert at the Shocktober Haunt Party
October 8, 2022 at 6:00p
at Ion International Training Center Arena
in Leesburg, VA

Get tickets here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

09/29/2022

Thank you Chad and Ellen Hamel and Danny and Karen Weinkauf for making our alternative Shocktober Concert featuring They Might Be Giants possible. Read the story of how it all came about on page 44 of the newest issue of Leesburg Lifestyle article here: https://citylifestyle.com/leesburg/issues/2022-10

For tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

Check out the article starting on page 44 of the newest issue of Leesburg Lifestyle!

Read the full article here: https://citylifestyle.com/leesburg/issues/2022-10

Learn more about the SShocktoberHaunt Party featuring the 'Tunnel of Terror' and TThey Might Be GiantsLIVE in concert here: https://shocktober.org/

Get tickets for the event here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

09/14/2022

Catch They Might Be Giants in concert at the Shocktober Haunt Party this year!!

Some trivia... did you know... according to Dave Wilson, in his book Rock Formations, the name They Might Be Giants had been used and subsequently discarded by a friend of the band who had a ventriloquism act. The name was then adopted by the band, who had been searching for a suitable name.

We can't wait to see you all on October 8th!!!

Istanbul (not Constantinople)From the must-own collection of They Might Be Giants videos, "Direct From Brooklyn"Buy it Here:http://geni.us/2lqDStream They Mi...

08/30/2022

An exclusive opportunity just for our Shocktober fans. The first 20 people to sign up at the link below get two free tickets to see Barbarian on September 7th. Then come party with our poltergeists on 10/8 at the Shocktober Haunt Party!

Claim your passes here: http://gofobo.com/eEjkX80802

20th Century Studios Horror

08/29/2022

“They Might Be Giants” live in concert at the Shocktober™ Haunt Party, October 8, 2022, at 6:00pm at Ion International Training Center Arena in Leesburg, VA

While the haunted Carlheim Manor undergoes renovations, we’re taking Shocktober on the road!

Get Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

Join Shocktober’s ghoulish ghosts for this PG-13 extravaganza where your Haunt-themed costumes are encouraged! TMBG and their barnstorming live band will deliver all of your favorite songs plus some unexpected surprises. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Tickets are $40 for general admission, $50 for arena seats, $65 for premium arena seats, or $125 per person for the Really Important People “R.I.P.” package, including exclusive access to RIP Party, front-of-stage seating, food, and two drinks. Come Party with our Poltergeists!

Get Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8893760/shocktoberhaunt-party-leesburg-ion-arena

Every scare counts at Shocktober, an award-winning fundraiser for the nonprofit, The Arc of Loudoun. The perfect virtual Halloween experience for 2020!

10/23/2021

We are completely sold out for tonight's haunt, and almost sold out for the rest of the season! Don't get left in the dark, get your tickets for Shocktober at shocktober.org

10/20/2021

Today we would like to introduce you to one of our Scary-Good sponsors, and the official transportation provider for Shocktober 2021!

Virginia Rides is a premier, friendly charter service encompassing all of Virginia and the surrounding areas. Their services are available on an ongoing basis or as needed. Choose a trolley or bus—which ever fits your needs!

Learn more about VA Rides at https://buff.ly/3C02Mfo