Flash mob turns into monster mash as zombies walk

ZOMBIES took over Lismore’s CBD as residents dressed in fake blood and prosthetics for this year’s Zombie Walk.

Children and adults joined the fun, filling the streets with blood-spattered costumes, face paint and monster-themed outfits inspired by shows such as The Walking Dead.

The event was organised by Donna Walker, who runs Spottygirl Facepaint and Balloons Lismore.

She has been involved in previous events and compared it to a flash mob and other pop-up celebrations across the region.

“It was a lot of fun and that’s all it’s supposed to be. There is no big message or hidden meaning behind it,” Ms Walker said.

“We had some very keen participants in their zombie clothes and make-up this year.

“A few people came out of Star Court Arcade to see what was going on, so we had to chase them down while I made monster noises on a megaphone.

“It was all in good spirit and I think people find it a good way to start Halloween.”

Participants aged from seven to 70 joined what was the unofficial launch of Halloween events in Lismore during the week.

Next year looks set to be a bigger event as participants raise the bar in costumes and special effects.

“We had a makeup artist involved and the prosthetics she used were amazing,” Ms Walker said.

“We almost had to assure some of the kids that it wasn’t real.

“There are a lot of school and community-based Halloween celebrations these days and we fit in well with that.

“As a face painter, this is one of my busiest times of the year, and probably the one I enjoy the most.”