It is expected that hundreds, if not thousands, of zombies will converge on downtown Jefferson City for the last Thursday Night Live of the season from 6-9 p.m. today.
Nicknamed "ZombieNightLive," the event will feature Hero Quest, a band that plays strictly TV and movie theme songs, and the high-energy dance band from St. Louis, Dr. Zhivegas, will take the stage at 7 p.m.
At around 6:40 p.m., there may be an additional influx of zombies who spontaneously combust into jerky movements that resemble a choreographed routine. Please only attempt to shoot them with a camera.
Guests of all ages are encouraged to dress as zombies for this first of what could be an annual event and be a part of the massive photo op at 6:50 p.m.
Already have a Halloween costume? Anything can be zombiefied with a little dirt and makeup (but the Jefferson City Police Department requests no weapon-related accessories). Photographers/videographers are invited to be on the Thursday Night Live stage to capture the historic moment.
As a reminder, the downtown events have been a success thanks to everyone's cooperation. The rules of the Temporary Open Consumption (TOC) permit are:
You must show ID and purchase an over 21 wrist band and acquire an event cup at participating outdoor bars. Guests may use that plastic cup only to purchase an adult beverage outside. Guests may not buy a beverage inside and bring it outside (Missouri regulations). No alcohol of any kind may be carried into the district.
For the safety of the guest, no pets, no soliciting, no coolers, no skateboards, bicycles or scooters, and children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.