As Halloween approaches, families need to keep safety tips in mind to prevent accidents and injuries. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, children are more than twice as likely to be hit and killed by a car on Halloween than any other day of the year. Here are some ways to stay safe this Halloween as a pedestrian and a driver.

The Upstate has plenty of family-friendly activities happening this weekend, including karaoke at The Mason Jar on Friday, the Lyman Farmers Market on Saturday and Sassy Stables' Spooktacular event with costumed horseback rides and pumpkin decorating. Additionally, As the Page Turns bookstore will host a spooky market in Travelers Rest on Saturday evening.