Halloween Events in Columbus
🎃 City Guide · OH · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Columbus? We’ve rounded up 10 verified Halloween events across Columbus for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Columbus for 2026
Pumpkin Patch
All Hallows' Eve at Ohio Village
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Columbus.
Movie Night
Brick-or-Treat: Monster Bash at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus
ALL AGES TICKETED
Watch a spooky favorite on the big outdoor screen in Columbus.
Halloween Event
Fall Fun at Olentangy Caverns
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Columbus — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Haunted House
Haunted Statehouse Tours
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Columbus's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Haunted House
Haunted Village at Hilliard Historical Village & Museum
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Columbus with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch Express 2026
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Columbus's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkins Aglow at Franklin Park Conservatory
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Columbus.
Pumpkin Patch
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Columbus's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
Haunted House
The Haunted Farm
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Columbus with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Halloween Event
Fright at the Museum
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Columbus's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Columbus
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Columbus are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Columbus Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Columbus cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Columbus venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Columbus Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Columbus for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include All Hallows' Eve at Ohio Village, Brick-or-Treat: Monster Bash at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus, Fall Fun at Olentangy Caverns. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Columbus in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Columbus neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Columbus Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 10 verified Halloween events across Columbus for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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