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Now through November 8, downtown is buzzing with spooky, seasonal, and family-friendly events you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re cruising the Maumee, solving mysteries, or dancing the night away in costume, there’s something for everyone.

  • Dark Waters Exhibit

    National Museum of the Great Lakes
    Now through October 31

    Step into the shadows of Great Lakes history in the inaugural show of our new Temporary Exhibit Gallery, supported by Kiemle Hankins and Don McCord and Merrie Williams, Dark Waters dives deep into the region’s most gripping tales of wrongdoing, misfortune, and unsolved mystery.

  • Downtown Zombie Crawl

    Various Downtown Bars
    October 18 from 5pm - 2am

    District 419 is teaming up with your favorite bars Downtown and bringing the Zombie Crawl tradition back to life—just like the old days!

    Participating Bars: Migos, Magnolia, Chevys, Erie Street Rocks, The Blarney, Table Fourty4, Cock N Bull, Home Slice, Red Whiskey Saloon, Hannons Block, Pro Golf Fairways, The Switchboard

  • Nightmare on Adams Street 2

    Georgjz419
    October 18

    Haunted Parking Lot Party & Costume Contest! Crawl, creep, or stagger your way to Georgjz419 for an epic night of dancing, drag, and devilish fun!

  • Fall Color Cruises on the Sandpiper

    J&M Cruise Lines
    October 18, 19, 25, 26

    As the Maumee River transforms into a vibrant canvas of gold, crimson, and amber, join us aboard the Sandpiper for a two-hour cruise celebrating the most breathtaking season of the year. This isn’t just a boat ride — it’s an immersive autumn experience filled with rich color, crisp air, and unforgettable views.

  • Spirits & Spirits: Paranormal Investigation

    Toledo Spirits Company
    October 22

    Step into the shadows of history and sip on spectral spirits at Toledo Spirits Company's Spooktacular Paranormal Investigation! Join the fearless leaders from Boo Productions Paranormal for an evening of chills, thrills, and ghostly discoveries as you uncover the haunted secrets lurking within their historic distillery.

  • Hellwether: A Halloween Pop-up in Toledo Spirits Underground

    Toledo Spirits Company
    October 23 - Nov. 2

    Beware Hellwether! The ultimate Halloween pop-up bar. Taking place in the Underground at Toledo Spirits basement beer+pinball bar, Hellwether will provide the most terrifying bar experience in the area. Embrace the terror of the season with seasonal beers, spooky cocktails, haunted tours, and other activities designed to terrify!

  • The Rocky Horror Show 10th Anniversary

    Collingwood Arts Center
    October 24-25

    Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show at Collingwood Arts Center!

  • Spooky Science

    Imagination Station
    October 24-26

    Who you gonna call for the spookiest, creepiest, scariest, most scientific Halloween? Imagination Station!

    You’ll have a frighteningly good time as you experience new activities that send chills down your spine, engulf your senses and leave you on the edge of your seat. Don’t worry, we’ll have more treats than tricks…. Or will we?

  • Boo on the Boat

    National Museum of the Great Lakes
    October 24-26

    Bring your ghouls and goblins during museum hours on Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26 for Halloween fun aboard two of Toledo’s most historic haunts, the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and the Museum Tug Ohio. Trick or treat in costume from the pilothouses to the galleys and everywhere in between. Collect your treats in pre-portioned, sealed bags at various haunted stations, making it a frightfully fun and safe way for young explorers to dive into Great Lakes history and discover the mysteries aboard our museum ships.

  • Metal Night: Horror, Headbangers, and Highballs

    Toledo Spirits Company
    October 24

    Join us in The Underground for a night filled with horror, headbangers, and highballs!

    Enjoy an evening of heavy metal music, bold cocktails, and high-energy vibes. Sip on handcrafted spirits while rocking out with friends in an atmosphere built for music lovers.

  • Murder Mystery Cruise on the Sandpiper

    J&M Cruise Lines
    October 24

    Residents here include Hollywood horror monsters, ghouls, and even the actors who portray them. Former menace Freddy Croaker has trimmed his metal nails and re formed his evil ways. Over the last few years, Freddie has become much beloved by all. SO who would've stabbed him in the back 27 times? Was it Frankie Stein? Mummy Dearest? The Invisible Man? Get your scream on while solving this hilarious whodunit!

  • Culture Clash's Halloween Bash

    Culture Clash Records
    October 24

    Food Truck @ 5:00
    Live Music @ 6:30
    COSTUME CONTEST!
    SPOOKY TRIVIA!

  • Toledo Ballet's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    The Valentine Theatre
    October 24-25

    A new Halloween tradition returns as Toledo Ballet brings The Legend of Sleepy Hollow to life through dance. Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolteacher with a passion for ghost stories, vies for the heart of Katrina Van Tassel, the charming daughter of a wealthy farmer. But after a lively harvest celebration, his journey home takes a chilling turn when he crosses paths with the legendary Headless Horseman. By morning, Ichabod and Katrina have vanished without a trace.

  • Flashlight Tour at TMA

    Toledo Museum of Art
    October 25

    Looking for a fun, spooky, and unforgettable adventure. Experience the museum like never before, after dark! Join us for an after-hours flashlight tour led by a TMA Docent. You’ll explore the galleries in a whole new light.

  • Horror Movie Trivia

    Toledo Spirits Company
    October 25

    Think you know your Scream from your Psycho? Your Exorcist from your Evil Dead? Then it’s time to prove it at Horror Movie Trivia in the Underground at Toledo Spirits!

  • Make Your Own Ghost Workshop

    Huron Street Studios
    October 25

    Float into the spirit of the season with our Make Your Own Ghost Workshop! These friendly glass phantoms have wide black eyes and a long, howling mouth, they're the perfect companions to haunt your home this fall.

  • Sci Fi Film & Television Trivia

    Quenched & Tempered
    October 29

    Head to Uptown to test your knowledge on Sci Fi film & television!

  • Gothic Creole Dinner

    Registry Bistro
    October 30
    Call for Reservations

    Where Southern soul meets Gothic allure, the night unfurls in candlelight and shadow. Whispers of New Orleans drift through the ballroom — smoky, sultry, and spellbound. Each course a story, each sip a secret. Step into the enchantment… if you dare.

  • Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

    The Summit
    October 30


    Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Toledo, OH. Get your tickets now to discover Halloween-inspired music at The Summit under the gentle glow of candlelight.

  • TSA's Rockin' Halloween Bash

    Toledo School for the Arts
    October 30

    Live Music! Costume Contests! Trunk or Treat! Come celebrate Halloween with Toledo School for the Arts! Tickets are $5 per person or $20 for families of 4 or more! Tickets are available the night of the event at the door!

  • The Official Downtown Halloween Bar Crawl

    Starts at Cock N Bull
    October 31 & Nov. 1

    Get ready to celebrate Halloween like never before! On October 31st and November 1st, join us in Toledo for a spooktacular TWO-DAY bar crawl featuring creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electrifying atmosphere. 6+ bars included!

  • Silver Screen Classics: Bram Stoker's Dracula

    The Valentine Theatre
    October 31

    1992 version: Count Dracula, a 15th-century prince, is condemned to live off the blood of the living for eternity. Young lawyer Jonathan Harker is sent to Dracula's castle to finalize a land deal, but when the Count sees a photo of Harker's fiancée, Mina, the spitting image of his dead wife, he imprisons him and sets off for London to track her down.

  • Halloween Rooftop Party

    The Heights
    October 31

    Come celebrate the spookiest night of the year at The Heights Rooftop Halloween Party!

    Featuring: Live DJ spinning all night, from spooky beats to dance floor anthems - Signature Halloween Cocktails - All night Happy Hour Specials - Costume Contest with Food & Beverage Prizes

  • Make Your Own Mini Pumpkin

    Huron Street Studios
    November 7-8

    Small gourd, big charm! In our Mini Pumpkin Workshop you create a solid glass pumpkin with a classic curly stem—just like the blown version, but perfectly petite. Add one (or a few!) to your glass patch this fall.

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