Band members from Wreckless Marci were approached by an unsuspecting zombie as they took a break during their set during Owego’s second annual Zombie Fest held Oct. 25. Pictured, are members Craig Palmer (lead guitarist), Matt Jensen (drummer), Mark Sedlock (bassist), and Sonny Weeks (vocalist and front man). (Provided photo by Wreckless Marci)
The Zombie Walk begins during Owego’s second annual Zombie Fest held Oct. 25. Leading the walk was horror film actor Tim “Crow” O’Hearn and Heather Black, from Music, Movies and Mayhem. The cart was provided, compliments of Chris Kuhlman from Tioga Gardens. Hundreds participated in the walk through the village of Owego, N.Y. (Photo by Wendy Post)
“Get Your Zombie On” was popular during Owego’s second annual Zombie Fest on Oct. 25. (Photo by Wendy Post)
In the center, Jana Bowen, director of Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center, was one of the hosts for the “Make And Take” at Draper Park and during Owego’s second annual Zombie Fest held Oct. 25. Brian Eldridge, director of Tioga United Way, worked with Bowen on this activity for youth. (Photo by Wendy Post)
On Oct. 25, the second annual Zombie Fest took place in downtown Owego, N.Y. and attracted hundreds for a day filled with pumpkin making, face painting, live music, creative costumes, a spooky tent for adults, live entertainment delivered from the Tioga County Fair Board stage, live dance routines, and a Zombie Walk through downtown Owego led by a golf cart donated by Chris Kuhlman of Tioga Gardens and driven by horror film actor Tim “Crow” O’Hearn and Heather Black, hosts to Music, Movies and Mayhem aired on Philly Rock Radio.
The event was held at Owego’s Parkview Hotel and Restaurant and Draper Park, and was sponsored by Tioga Downs and Tioga State Bank. The event also received support from the Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center, Tioga Artistic Dance Studio (TADA), Tioga United Way, the Tioga Arts Council, the Historic Owego Marketplace, the Owego Fire Police, the Village of Owego, the Binghamton Paranormal Investigative Research Society, and countless volunteers who assisted with setting up and planning for the event.
Kicked off with a “Make and Take” at Draper Park, manned by the Owego Gymnastics and Tioga United Way, the venue soon filled up with young Zombies who were ready to begin the Halloween season.
Soon, Wreckless Marci, who was a favorite among guests, took the stage and even invited children to participate with them for one of their songs.
Following their energetic performance, TADA offered a performance of “Calling All Monsters” and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”. The dancers were entertaining, and offered an excellent performance for guests.
Following the dance routine, Tim “Crow” O’Hearn and Heather Black joined the Owego Gymnastics to take a “Zombie Walk” around the streets of downtown Owego, with traffic controlled by Owego’s Fire Police.
Upon their return, Highline, and then the Recycled Zombies, who recently acquired new members, entertained guests.
The Recycled Zombies, like Wreckless Marci, invited all Zombies to join them while they rocked out to “Abercrombie Zombie”, a favorite among the horde. Sound for the entertainment was provided by Mark Bennett of Shark Audio.
The event was enjoyed by all, and the organizers will be donating remaining proceeds acquired through raffled items and refreshments to participating non-profits involved in the event.
Donating to the raffle was Tender Loving Care by Maureen’s, located on Lake Street in Owego; Turkey Trot Acres, located on Tubbs Hill Road in Candor; the Owego Parkview Hotel and Restaurant; and the Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center located on Route 38 in Owego.
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Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnWYchplYCo to view a music video with photos from the event.
