Gahanna’s Department of Parks & Recreation is holding their annual Halloween celebration with The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest on Friday, October 23, 2026. Gahanna Goblin Fest The FREE event is from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, and includes all of your favorite Halloween and fall activities. Kids will … [Read more...] about The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
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The Woods of Terror at Delaware State Park
Looking for a spine-tingling adventure near Columbus? Head to Delaware State Park for Woods of Terror, a two-day event filled with excitement, thrills, and family-friendly options, taking place at the campground located at 5202 US Hwy 23 North, Delaware, OH. Woods of Terror schedule Things … [Read more...] about The Woods of Terror at Delaware State Park
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!
Spooky fun at the Haunted Village in Pickerington – Oct 22
Head to Pickerington for Halloween fun for everyone at the free Haunted Village on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 6-8 pm. Haunted Village Activities Olde Pickerington Haunted Village will be full of Halloween spirit and treats! Dress up in your favorite costume and get ready for some … [Read more...] about Spooky fun at the Haunted Village in Pickerington – Oct 22
Ghost Story Tours in Uptown Westerville combine history and theatre for fun spooks
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
Trick-or-Treat with the Pups at Franklin County Dog Shelter – Oct 24
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 24
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
1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 15-18)
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 15-18)
Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (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 25, 2026 from … [Read more...] about Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (registration required)
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
