Groveport is in the spooky spirit with several Halloween events this October. From BIG (and little) scares, to floating pumpkins, carving contests, and Halloween Block Party, they are squeezing lots of Groveport Halloween fun into the last two weeks of the month! Some events require registration, … [Read more...] about Spooky Season in Groveport: Haunted Park and Halloween Block Party
Halloween for adults
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)
100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Fall is one of the greatest seasons in Ohio, with cooler weather and so much to do. There are over 100 events celebrating fall and Halloween in Columbus for 2025! There's no shortage of fun, fall festivals, pumpkins, and spooky (or silly) Halloween events. You'll find pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about 100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Annual Short North Highball Halloween
Its time to get creative and come up with a costume idea to impress! The Annual Short North Highball Halloween is Saturday, October 25, 2025. This year’s event will take place from 6 p.m. to midnight on High St from Goodale Boulevard to Nationwide Blvd. The annual event is … [Read more...] about Annual Short North Highball Halloween
Haunted Woods, Haunted Houses, and more around Columbus
Are you ready to be scared? Halloween is almost here - are you brave enough for these Haunted Woods, Haunted Farms, and Haunted Houses around Columbus. Check the links for additional details and don't be a scared-y cat! Haunts are listed in order of distance from Downtown … [Read more...] about Haunted Woods, Haunted Houses, and more around Columbus
Wag-O-Ween at Pins: Halloween Dog Costume Contest (Oct 19)
Get the pups ready for Wag-O-Ween, the spookiest dog costume contest of the year, at Pins Mechanical Co.! Join the fun on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. at Dublin’s Bridge Park location. Dress up your pup and let them strut their spooky stuff for the chance to win exciting prizes … [Read more...] about Wag-O-Ween at Pins: Halloween Dog Costume Contest (Oct 19)
Don’t miss the 2025 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
The Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours are back for 2025, and they've added new not-as-spooky experiences too! 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 … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2025 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Columbus is going all-in on spooky season this year with the launch of "Get Goosebumps in Columbus", a citywide Halloween celebration honoring hometown horror legend R.L. Stine. The fun ties into the Aug. 5 release of Stine’s newest book, Goosebumps House of Shivers #5: The Last Sleepover, … [Read more...] about R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Witches on the water for the Columbus Witches Paddle (Warlocks welcome!) Oct 18
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!) Oct 18
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
Historic Ghost Tour at Walnut Grove Cemetery Worthington
Take a spooky Historic Ghost Tour at the Walnut Grove Cemetery on October 22-23, 2025 from 6:30-9 pm. The Worthington Historical Society will lead guests on a tour departing from the Old Rectory. Tours begin every 15 minutes, beginning at 6:30 pm through 7:30 pm This year’s Ghost Tour will … [Read more...] about Historic Ghost Tour at Walnut Grove Cemetery Worthington
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
Hitchcocktober Screenings at Gateway Film Center features Hitchcock movies
Catch classic scary movies at Gateway Film Center this October during the Annual Hitchcocktober Screening. Enjoy movies by Alfred Hitchcock, the master of suspense, everyday through the month of October to warm up for Halloween. You can catch 18 different Hitchcock movies through the … [Read more...] about Hitchcocktober Screenings at Gateway Film Center features Hitchcock movies
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
