Ready to get creeped out with Uptown Westerville Ghost Story Tours? Learn the creepy, kooky, and fun spooky stories of the town with Uptown Westerville Ghost Story Walking Tour. This tour features stories collected across the community and presented in a slightly theatrical, … [Read more...] about Ghost Story Tours in Uptown Westerville combine history and theatre for fun spooks
Halloween
Trick-or-Treat with the Pups at Franklin County Dog Shelter – Oct 18
Costumes and candy and adoptable dogs at the Franklin County Dog Shelter! Head there for a fun Trick-or-Treat with the Pups for the kids on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 10 am - noon. Don your favorite costumes and bring the kids visit the shelter for an afternoon full … [Read more...] about Trick-or-Treat with the Pups at Franklin County Dog Shelter – Oct 18
Costume and Candy Crawl at Kingsdale Shopping Center (Oct 22)
Dress in your Halloween best and Trick-or-Treat at Kingsdale Shopping Center on October 22, 2026 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 22)
12+ Spooky Ghost Tours around Columbus
Get spooked this Halloween with several haunted ghost tours around Columbus. If you're into haunted history, these tours are perfect for you - all the spooks, but without the gore and special effects of haunted houses. These tours are always popular and will sell out fast. Purchase … [Read more...] about 12+ Spooky Ghost Tours around Columbus
BOO! Wendy’s Frosty Boo Books: 5 Frosty’s for $1 (plus a $1.99 Kids’ Meal coupon)
Wendy’s is offering their Halloween Frosty Boo Books again this year! For $1, get a booklet of 5 coupons for free Jr. Frosty’s, plus a bonus coupon for a $1.99 kids' meal! For a limited time, every Kids’ Meal comes with one of 6 NEW Frosty Fright figures. Wendy's Frosty Boo … [Read more...] about BOO! Wendy’s Frosty Boo Books: 5 Frosty’s for $1 (plus a $1.99 Kids’ Meal coupon)
2026 Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours
The Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours are back for 2026! Get spooked at the Ohio Statehouse this Halloween season. This fall tradition brings together history, hauntings, and Halloween at the peoples' house. Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours Tour the darkened chambers and halls of the Ohio … [Read more...] about 2026 Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours
Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
Most everyone can agree that fall is fantastic in Ohio with sweater weather, changing leaves, football, bonfires, fall events and so much more. Grab a date and enjoy the fall season with these great fall dates in Columbus. Single? Don't worry - these fall dates in Columbus would be just as … [Read more...] about Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
Fairfield County is back with a county-wide trail that will give you all the fall vibes. Through the entire month of October, Visit Fairfield County is hosting its annual Trail of Scarecrows. Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows This is the only county-wide scarecrow contest of its kind in the … [Read more...] about Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2025. 2026 Dates: October 3 & 4 | … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
2026 Trick or Treat in Columbus and Central Ohio
Whether you’re taking your little ones to trick or treat, or passing out candy at home, here is the Beggar’s Night or Trick or Treat Schedule in Columbus. Don’t forget to drive carefully on these days, while kids are out walking around and hopped up on sugar. If you're looking for … [Read more...] about 2026 Trick or Treat in Columbus and Central Ohio
1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 16-19)
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience. The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 16-19)
Short North Hops on High + Highball Halloween – Oct 3
The Annual Short North Highball Halloween has combined with Hops on High for an entire day of Fall and Halloween fun on Saturday, October 3, 2026. It's earlier in the month than usual, so it's time to get started on your Highball costume! The reimagined Hops on High featuring HighBall … [Read more...] about Short North Hops on High + Highball Halloween – Oct 3
Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Oct 4
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Oct 4
Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-Up Bar coming to Columbus
A spooky cocktail experience is coming to Columbus this fall. Black Lagoon, a Halloween pop-up known for creepy decor, themed cocktails and an immersive atmosphere, will take over The Citizens Trust for the 2026 season. The multi-week pop-up transforms the cocktail bar into a Halloween-themed … [Read more...] about Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-Up Bar coming to Columbus
Fall beauty and Pumpkins Aglow returns to Franklin Park Conservatory
It's about to get spooky fun at Franklin Park Conservatory with Pumpkins Aglow! Experience the magic of the harvest season at the Conservatory under the stars, surrounded by glowing pumpkins and enchanting scenery. While the Harvest Blooms exhibition is the daytime attraction in the fall, … [Read more...] about Fall beauty and Pumpkins Aglow returns to Franklin Park Conservatory
