The Smith Nature Park in Upper Arlington comes alive as a haunted forest this October with the Upper Arlington Golden Bear Scare. From October 27-29, 2025, from 6 pm – 9 pm, guests will be lead through the forest with a Scare Ranger, who will explain the history of the park and how it … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Golden Bear Scare haunts The Smith Nature Park (Oct 27-29)
Yearly Holidays
Inniswood Gardens Halloween Party
Join the spirits of Grace and Mary Innis welcome you from beyond the grave to the Annual Halloween Party at Inniswood Metro Garden on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. Numbered pumpkins will guide your way to family friendly Halloween fun! The party features pumpkins, crafts, … [Read more...] about Inniswood Gardens Halloween Party
Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
Sometimes zombies are on your side... Join the Zombie lifeguards for a haunted trick or treat trail through the Westerville Community Center, and then head to the pool for the Zombie Halloween Pool Party. Zombie Halloween Pool Party The silly scary fun is on Sunday, October … [Read more...] about Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
Best Halloween deals on Amazon (costumes, favors, treats, and more)
Halloween can be an expensive holiday, especially when it comes to specific costumes that kids have their hearts set on. We've rounded up some of the best Halloween deals on Amazon, including costumes, treats, party favors, deco, and more. Be prepared! The closer we get to the holiday, the more … [Read more...] about Best Halloween deals on Amazon (costumes, favors, treats, and more)
Bierman Autism Centers to Host Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat in Gahanna
Looking for a fun, family-friendly event this Halloween season for all abilities? Bierman Autism Centers in Gahanna is hosting their Annual Trunk-or-Treat, offering an inclusive experience, designed with the special needs community in mind. Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat Date: Saturday, October … [Read more...] about Bierman Autism Centers to Host Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat in Gahanna
Slaybrook Manor Haunted House in Westerville family-friendly haunt
Slaybrook Manor Haunted House is a family-friendly/less scary haunt in Westerville, Ohio. This haunt is located at a residence, but it's no amateur haunt! Between the spooky scenes, animatronics, and creepy characters, this will bring scares for all. How scary is Slaybrook Manor? The … [Read more...] about Slaybrook Manor Haunted House in Westerville family-friendly haunt
Trick or Treat Halloween Candy Trail in Historic Dublin
Shops and restaurants in Historic Dublin is hosting trick-or-treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025. from 3 pm - 5 pm. Dress up the kids for the Historic Happy Halloween Candy Trail in Dublin. Businesses in the District will be handing out candy while supplies last. There's going to be … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat Halloween Candy Trail in Historic Dublin
Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
The Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail is back this year at Westland High School, offering a free, family-friendly experience where kids can collect candy from local businesses in a safe, community-centered environment. Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 … [Read more...] about Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
Costume and Candy Crawl at Kingsdale Shopping Center (Oct 23)
Dress in your Halloween best and Trick-or-Treat at Kingsdale Shopping Center on October 23, 2025 from 4 pm – 6:30 pm. There’s a costume contest, face painters, and balloon artists. Meet at the green for registration and a trick-or-treat bag to take along the route. This is a FREE … [Read more...] about Costume and Candy Crawl at Kingsdale Shopping Center (Oct 23)
Witches on the water for the Columbus Witches Paddle (Warlocks welcome!)
The Scioto River may look a little spooky this Sunday when the witches hit the river for the 2024 Columbus Witches Paddle! The Wicked Witch of the West may melt in water, but these witches of the Midwest aren't afraid of water! Columbus Witches Paddle Got a paddleboard? Anyone is welcome to … [Read more...] about Witches on the water for the Columbus Witches Paddle (Warlocks welcome!)
Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
Halloween is a fun holiday for kids- with the fun decorations, costumes, and of course, the treats. Kids who suffer from food allergies or have special dietary restrictions such as diabetes, are somewhat limited with trick or treating. FARE, or Food Allergy Research & … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
Find cheap Halloween costumes, or DIY with 100+ options!
Halloween is coming, so if you still need Halloween costumes for you or your kids, we have some ideas of where to get them - on the cheap! Before long, the stores will be running low on options, so why spend $30 for a generic, poorly fitting nylon costume when you could get creative for much … [Read more...] about Find cheap Halloween costumes, or DIY with 100+ options!
Green Lawn Cemetery Halloween Bike Tour and Walking with the Dead 5k
Green Lawn Cemetery is playing host to two spooky Halloween events in the cemetery this year. Walking with the Dead 5K at Greenlawn Cemetery Get ready for a spooky run with the Walking with the Dead 5K at the historic Green Lawn Cemetery on the evening of Friday, October 3, … [Read more...] about Green Lawn Cemetery Halloween Bike Tour and Walking with the Dead 5k
Boo & Brew Fall Fun at Polaris Lifestyle Center
There plenty for the grownups and the kids at this fun Halloween event! Head to Polaris Fashion Place on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 2 pm - 6 pm for the Boo & Brew Bash 2025. Party guests will enjoy a beer garden and lots of family-friendly activities throughout the … [Read more...] about Boo & Brew Fall Fun at Polaris Lifestyle Center
Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail (Oct 16-17)
The City of Dublin’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is coming to Coffman Park on October 16-17, 2025. City of Dublin Halloween Spooktacular Coffman Park will be full of merry, not scary family fun. Guests of all ages can come in costume and enjoy this ghoulish … [Read more...] about Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail (Oct 16-17)