The Best Kid-Friendly (Non-Scary) Halloween Events in Northeast Ohio

During the month of October, there are so many great Halloween events that you won't want to miss. We've compiled a HUGE list of the kid-friendly (non-scary) Halloween activities happening across Northeast Ohio. Nothing haunted or frightening, just fun. Enjoy!

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Family-Friendly Halloween Events

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October 1-4, 2020
October 5-11, 2020
October 12-18, 2020
October 19-25, 2019
October 26-November 1, 2020

Halloween Events – October 1-4, 2020

The Great Pumpkin Fest & HalloWeekends at Cedar Point
A new Tricks and Treats Fall Fest will take the place of HalloWeekends for 2020 only, and has been designed with unique entertainment, food and activities for all ages. Visit numerous tasting stations and get snack-sized portions of scrumptious sweets and savories—from wild to mild. Enjoy fall-themed games, game shows, mazes, and crafts for everyone in the family. Plus, your favorite rides will be open to deliver the thrills and chills found only at Cedar Point. {Find Out More}
When: Saturdays & Sundays, September 12-November 1, 2020
Where: One Cedar Point Dr., Sandusky, OH 44870
Cost: Regular Admission Rates Apply

FREE Get Crafty with Michaels Michaels Online Craft Classes
Register for a craft online class. Michaels is offering a variety of Halloween-themed Kids Club and other classes for all ages to enjoy. {Find Out More}
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 (11am) – Kids Club Online: Monster Pumpkin
Thursday, October 1, 2020 (4pm) – Kids Club Online: Lion Pumpkin
Where: Online
Cost: FREE [REGISTER]

FREE The Great Pumpkin Carve at Beech Creek Gardens
This is a fun, creative, hands-on project time for the whole family. Beech Creek Gardens supplies the pumpkins, you prepare, design, and carve the pumpkins. Bring your favorite carving tools or use the ones provided. Creative design templates will also be available. The carved pumpkins will be kept here at Beech Creek Gardens and on display every night during their Spooky Science event. There are a limited number of pumpkins distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, October 4, 2020; 1pm-4pm
Where: 11929 Beech St. NE, Alliance, OH 44601
Cost: FREE

Halloween Events – October 5-11, 2020

Corn & Pumpkin Festival at Lake Metroparks
Help husk, shell and grind the corn or plow behind draft horses while younger visitors make handmade corn husk dolls and paint pumpkins. Little farmers can navigate the hay maze and play in the kids' areas. Enjoy harvest-themed crafts and other harvest activities throughout the weekends and cooking demonstrations on Sundays. Visitors can explore the three-acre corn maze, enjoy our Showman’s Circle area, including a farm-themed playground and live animal demonstrations. Enjoy harvest-themed crafts and more. {Find Out More}
When: October 9-11 & 16-18, 2020; 9am-5pm
Where: Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: Farmpark admission applies

Halloween Drive-Thru at Lake Metroparks
Experience family-friendly thrills, chills and adventure from the safety and comfort of your own vehicle. The Halloween Drive-thru event will allow visitors to drive Farmpark’s trails and roadways after dark, experiencing the many playfully frightful sites throughout the park that visitors have come to expect from this event. {Find Out More}
When: Fridays and Saturdays, October 9-11, 15-18, 22-25, & 29-November 1, 2020; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: $27.50 per carload [REGISTER]

Enchanted Forest at The Wilderness Center
Discover the nocturnal creatures of the Enchanted Forest virtually! {Find Out More}
When: October 9-10, 2020; 7pm-8pm
Where: Online
Cost: $12 per member family, $15 per non-member family [REGISTER]

FREE Pumpkin Festival
Parks & Rec sponsors this great Family Festival with something for everyone! Don't miss the Barnes Pumpkin Drop at 2:30pm. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 10, 2020; 11am-5pm
Where: Huron Boat Basin, 330 Main St., Huron, OH 44839
Cost: FREE

Howloweek at Akron Zoo
Dress up in costume and explore your Akron Zoo decorated for a non-scary Howl-O-Ween Celebration, presented by Acme Fresh Market. Enjoy themed selfie stations throughout the park, meet some of your favorite mascots and receive a goodie bag at the end of your fang-tastic adventure! {Find Out More}
When: Saturdays & Sundays, Oct. 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 & 31, 2020; 11am-7pm
Members Only: Fridays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2020; 4pm-7pm
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Cost: Click here for pricing [REGISTER]

FREE Build a Scarecrow Event
Scarecrow mounting, straw and twine will be provided. Just bring your creativity, clothes and accessories! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, October 11, 2020; 12pm-2pm
Where: Beachwood City Park, Shaker Blvd. East and West of Richmond Rd., Beachwood, OH 44122
Cost: FREE [REGISTER by Oct. 5]

Halloween Events – October 12-18, 2020

Halloween Boo-Thru at Lorain County Metro Parks
Enjoy a new twist on an old favorite! This drive-thru, family-friendly event will still host some of your favorite seasonal attractions. Be prepared to drive slowly to enjoy the exhibits. The event will take approximately 30 minutes. {Find Out More}
When: Fridays & Saturdays, October 16-18 & 23-25, 2020; Fri/Sat: 5pm-10pm, Sun: 4pm-9pm
Where: Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, OH 44050
Cost: $10 per car [REGISTER]

FREE Willoughby Hills Halloween Party
This will be a free drive-by event in 2020. {Find Out More}
When: Friday, October 16, 2020; 6pm-8:30pm
Where: Willoughby Hills Community Center, 35400 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills, OH 44094
Cost: FREE

FREE Oddmall: Hallowondrous
All the little whippersnappers, sprites, urchins, and chillunzes should come in costume to trick-or-treat a bit early this year. Vendors are encouraged to keep a bowl of something tasty or interesting to hand out. Trick-or-treating takes place all day both days. Just wear a costume and say the magic words. Plus, enjoy some Halloween jazz. {Find Out More}
When: October 16-17, 2020; Fri: 6pm-10pm, Sat: 11am-7pm
Where: Lakewood Masonic Temple, 15300 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
Cost: FREE admission

Drac's Daughter Visits at Cafe O'Play
Your favorite Transylvanian, Dracula's Daughter, flies in to play, dance and meet your little boos and ghouls! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 17, 2020; 11am-12pm
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Included with regular play admission [REGISTER]

FREE Family Fall Fest Trail Tale at Petros Lake Park
In 2020, this self-guided Fall Fest Trail Tale will follow the usual Treat Trail on the Hickory Trail at Petros Lake Park near the Woodland Shelter. Kids will receive a treat after completing the walk each day. Don't forget to scan the QR codes with your phone camera to learn about fall animals as you read the story! {Find Out More}
When: Daily, October 17-25, 2020; 11am-6:30pm
Where: 3275 Perry Dr. SW, Canton, OH 44706
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Strongsville United Methodist Church
Come in costume to trunk-or-treat! No scary costumes please. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 17, 2020; 1pm-3pm
Where: 13500 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136
Cost: FREE

FREE City of Berea Harvest Festival & Trick-or-Treat on the Trail
New this year, children can trick-or-treat on the trails of Coe Lake and visit with some fun characters along the way! Activities also include a hayride, food vendors, hay maze, face painting, mini pumpkin patch, crafts, inflatables, magicians, giant corn box, live music, and more! Conclude the night with an amazing fireworks display followed by an outdoor movie. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 17, 2020; 2pm-9pm
Where: Coe Lake, 85 South Rocky River Dr., Berea, OH 44017
Cost: FREE

FREE City of Green Trick-or-Treat Trail & Costume Contest
The Trick-or-Treat Trail opens at 3pm. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 17, 2020; 3pm
Where: Central Park, 1755 Town Park Blvd., Uniontown, OH 44685
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Hayride
Park and wait for a tractor pick-up at the baseball fields parking lot at Silver Springs Park. At the end of the hayride there will be a Toasty Trail s’mores path to enjoy! Come out and enjoy a nice fall evening in the park! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 17, 2020; 6pm-9pm
Where: Silver Springs Park, 5238 Young Rd., Stow, OH 44224
Cost: FREE

The Haunted Trails at Weiss Park
Guests will be able to walk a Not-So-Spooky Trail with cool characters and scenes, and if they dare, continue on to the Spooky Haunted Trail itself. Unlike in past years, this year’s haunted trail will not include the spooky stories. Instead, guests will be on a continuously moving tour of the new haunted trail. {Find Out More}
When: October 17, 2020; 6pm-10pm
Where: Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Rd., Avon Lake, OH 44012
Cost: $5 per person [REGISTER]

Halloween Events – October 19-25, 2020

FREE Wadsworth's Scare on the Square & Wadsworth Thriller
Wadsworth's beloved annual tradition is back for 2020! The event features trick-or-treating at downtown businesses. {Find Out More}
When: Thursday, October 22, 2020; 5pm-8pm
Where: Downtown Wadsworth, Main St., Wadsworth, OH 44281 (Route: Broad St., starting at “The Strand,” and continuing west down College St. to St. Mark's, same as previous years!)
Cost: FREE

Halloween Trek at the Rec
Join in for a safe, socially-distanced, and family-friendly event. Stay in your car and enjoy the drive as you meander throughout a spooky parking lot full of tricks and treats for your children. Community partners will be passing out candy to children, along your trail and take home a pumpkin at the end of your visit (while supplies last). {Find Out More}
When: Friday, October 23, 2020; 6pm-8pm
Where: North Olmsted Recreation Center, 26000 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, OH 44070
Cost: $10/vehicle [REGISTER]

FREE Horse-drawn Wagon Rides at Swine Creek
Enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of fall with a horse-drawn wagon ride through these healthy woods! {Find Out More}
When: Saturdays & Sundays, October 17-18 & 24-25, 2020; 1pm-5pm
Where: Swine Creek Reservation, Woods Edge Shelter, 16004 Hayes Rd., Middlefield, OH 44062
Cost: FREE passes will ensure first-come, first-served boarding. When you arrive, get a pass from the board indicating the time of your ride, which will last about a half hour. Each day’s last ride goes out at 4:30pm.
Booville Halloween Drive-In Movie
Booville celebrates Halloween this year with a special Halloween Drive-In movie! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 24, 2020
Where: Brecksville Community Center, 1 Community Dr., Brecksville, OH 44141
Cost: FREE

Halloween Events – October 26-November 1, 2020

Canton Museum of Art's Ultimate Jack O' Lantern Carving From Home Workshop
Join instructor Erica Emerson as she takes traditional jack o' lantern face carving to the extreme! Interact with the instructor as she walks you step-by-step through a variety of pumpkin carving techniques and tools you never knew you could utilize or do. Fun for both families with older children and adults. {Find Out More}
When: Tuesday, October 27, 2020; 6pm-8pm
Where: Online
Cost: $20 per person, $16 per member (Cost includes all supplies EXCEPT pumpkin, cider, a serrated knife to cut top, and a large metal spoon or ice cream scoop. Pick-up materials 4 days prior to workshop at Arrowhead Orchard Applehouse Farm Market in Paris, OH.) [REGISTER]

BOO-tique at Eton Chagrin Boulevard
Dress up in your Halloween costume and enjoy a fun evening of trick-or-treating at the fantastic boutiques at Eton Chagrin Boulevard. {Find Out More}
When: Thursday, October 29, 2020; 5pm-7pm
Where: 28601 Chagrin Blvd., Woodmere, OH 44122
Cost: FREE

North Ridgeville's Tots Trick-or-Treat
Bring out your little witches and goblins, up to age 5, to City Hall to march in a parade and receive some ghoulish treats. {Find Out More}
When: Friday, October 30, 2020; 1pm
Where: North Ridgeville City Hall, 7307 Avon Belden Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Cost: FREE [REGISTER]

Halloween Party at the “Boo-seum”
Join in for trick-or-treating in the Street of Shops and Discover World. Activities also include hayrides (weather permitting, tickets $1/ride), scavenger hunt, science shows, Planetarium shorts, games, stories and more. {Find Out More}
When: Friday, October 30, 2020; 6pm-8:30pm
Where: McKinley Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: $5/person

Villain Character Visit at Cafe O'Play
Meet Mal and Evie as they abandon the hollow life of evil for a life of good plan fun at Cafe O’Play! {Find Out More}
When: Friday, October 30, 2020; 7pm-8pm
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Included with regular play admission [REGISTER]

Toy Cowboy and Cowgirl Visit at Cafe O'Play
Bring your little cowpokes by Cafe O'Play on Halloween day for special pictures with Woody and Jessie. Kids are welcome to come in any costume they like. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 31, 2020; 11am-12pm
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Included with regular play admission [REGISTER]

City of Norwalk Halloween Parade
Line up at Main Street School at 2:30pm for costume judging. Parade begins at 3pm with awards to follow in Suhr Park. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 31, 2020; 2:30pm-3:30pm
Where: Main Street School, 80 E. Main St., Norwalk, OH 44857
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween on the Square
The Chardon Square Association will be handing out bags of candy at the gazebo on Halloween night. The Chardon Police Department is handing out cider and doughnuts and the Chardon Fire Department will lead a parade around the square. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 31, 2020; 7:30pm-8pm
Where: Chardon Square, Chardon, OH 44024
Cost: FREE

We Hope to Enjoy These Family-Friendly Halloween Events Again in 2021!

FREE Art Harvest: Trick-or-Treat Family Day
Bring your little gal or ghoul to the Canton Museum of Art for the 5th Annual Art Harvest Trick-or-Treat First Friday event! What better way to kick-off the change of seasons? Kids should arrive in their favorite Halloween costume and Trick-or-Treat in the Museum for candies and other goodies. Also, enjoy Halloween themed make-and-take art projects, scavenger hunt, art demonstrations and more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

Spookville
Come and face your fears inside this frightful forest. These woods are hiding someone – or something – who is always watching you! This can be enjoyed by children of all ages if you dare! Non-perishable food items will be collected to help benefit Community Care. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Cost: $2 per person

Dracula at Trumpet in the Land
As day turns to night, the legendary vampire walks the hills of the Schoenbrunn Amphitheatre. Dracula will make your hair stand on end as you are enveloped by the ever-ominous darkness and listen to the children of the night in the open-air amphitheater. Be enthralled by the mesmerizing story, but don’t be too quick to think that the person sitting next to you is just another audience member. The startling double twist at the end of the show will have you looking over your shoulder until you are safe in your car. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Schoenbrunn Amphitheatre, 1600 Trumpet Dr. NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Cost: $20 per adult, $18 for seniors, and $10 for children (ages 12 and under)

Junior Chef: Haunted House Decorating at Williams Sonoma
This class will be fun and spooky, oh, my! You’ll assemble a gingerbread mansion and decorate it as you please. Then you can take your bewitching creation home and show it off for Halloween! Ages 8-13. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Williams Sonoma stores
Cost: $30 per child, includes a Haunted House Kit (Registration is required.)

Michaels Virtual Kid's Club
Kids ages 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in-store or online, or just drop in. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Michaels stores across Northeast Ohio
Cost: $3 per project

Goblins in the Garden at Holden Arboretum
Bring your children in costumes to trick-or-treat during daylight hours in our decorated gardens at Holden Arboretum's 14th annual Halloween celebration. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Warren H. Corning Visitor Center, 9500 Sperry Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: $10 per member adult, $20 per nonmember; $6 per member child, $12 per nonmember

FREE Kids Craft at Lakeshore Learning
Kids can make a fun, free craft in stores every Saturday. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Lakeshore Learning, 27500 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
Cost: FREE

FREE Jump Into Fall Days
Celebrate autumn with hands-on activities for all ages, including free horse-drawn wagon rides, kayaking, fishing, face painting and balloon creations, a food truck, seasonal treats, and more. Wagon rides are first come, first served 1-4 pm. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Swine Creek Reservation, Woods Edge Shelter, 16004 Hayes Rd., Middlefield, OH 44062
Cost: FREE

FREE Fairytale Forest
Kick-off the Halloween season on the trails of Orchard Hills Park with famous storybook characters. Seasonal snacks for all, crafts for kids, and cider samples for adults 21 and older. Wear your costume and bring a bag to collect goodies as you trick-or-treat. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Orchard Hills Park, 11340 Caves Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026
Cost: FREE

FREE North Ridgeville Annual FallFest
Families will enjoy a day filled with games, food vendors, face and pumpkin painting, balloon animals, pumpkin bowling, photo booth, and hayrides (weather permitting). A limited number of pumpkins will be available to give out so come early. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Cost: FREE

Bucyrus Linda Friend Memorial Spooktacular
Highlights include Haunted Poolhouse, costume events, pumpkin decorating contest, scavenger hunt, games, zombie event, hayride, and more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Bucyrus Aumiller Park, 500 Aumiller Park Dr., Bucyrus, OH 44820
Cost: FREE

Pumpkin Patch Express Train Rides at Ohio Station Outlets
Hop aboard the Ohio Station Railroad and visit the Pumpkin Patch to pick a pumpkin! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 9911 Avon Lake Rd., Lodi, OH 44214
Cost: $7 per rider (ages 2+) and $3 per rider under age 2 (includes train ride and pumpkin), FREE for babies under 12-months-old (excludes pumpkin). Train ride only: $4

FREE Hudson Haunted House Kid-Friendly Matinee Sundays
The matinees are our kid-friendly trick-or-treat through the haunted house with lights on and masks off! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Oak Grove Park, 2200 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH 44236
Cost: $3/child or FREE with a toy donation

Pick a Pumpkin at Mill Creek MetroParks
Take a tractor-wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to pick a cannonball size pumpkin. Decorate (no carving) your pumpkin to take home. Dress for the weather, and note that the pumpkin patch could be muddy. Barns are open to visit the animals. Additional size pumpkins will be for sale. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406
Cost: Wagon Ride: $1, Wagon Ride + Pumpkin: $3 (cash only)

Cinderella's Princess Pumpkin Ball
Meet Cinderella, Prince Charming, and our entire cast of fairytale friends for an afternoon your little princess will never forget! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Cleveland Marriott East, 26300 Harvard Rd., Warrensville Heights, OH 44122
Cost: $27-$70 (Registration is required.)

FREE Pumpkin Carving at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Have fun helping to carve pumpkins for display at the Pumpkin Walk at Twilight. While pumpkin supplies last. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
Cost: FREE

Spooky Science at Beech Creek Gardens
Spooky Science is Not a Halloween event! Spooky Science is all about teaching people in a fun & creative environment about all the things in nature that can “Spook or Creep” you out – like spiders, snakes, and bats. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 11929 Beech St. NE, Alliance, OH 44601
Cost: $8 per person, $6 for members, FREE for little ones ages 0-2

Boo at the Zoo (Cleveland Zoo)
Bring your kids in costume and enjoy trick-or-treating, unlimited 4-D Theater movies, carousel and train rides, costumed characters, and the monster mash dance party! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Cleveland Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
Where: This is a ticketed event

The Great Pumpkin Carve-Out Contest at Boardman Park
The Great Pumpkin Carve-Out Contest at Boardman Park is your chance to create “spooktacular” Jack O' Lanterns! You do the Art we will do all the cleanup!! All the fun and none of the mess! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH 44512
Cost: There is a small charge per pumpkin

Family-Friendly Haunted Wagon Rides at Boardman Park
Bring the whole family for a Halloween-themed wagon ride! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman, OH 44512
Cost: $5 per adult, $3 per child (ages 12 and under); Family Rates: $15 for Boardman family of 2 adults and 4 kids, $18 for nonresident family of 2 adults and 4 kids

Retro Halloween Weekend at the Aut-O-Rama Drive-in
Enjoy Halloween movies on the family screen (there is another screen with movies NOT recommended for families). Plus, enjoy trunk-or-treating, costume contests, trunk decorating contest, and a 50/50 raffle. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 33395 Lorain Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Cost: Tickets are required

Jeepers Creepers Finders Keepers Country Market October Festival
Finders Keepers is proud to host their 2nd Annual October Festival on Oct. 12th followed by indoor trick-or-treating and a Costume Contest on Oct. 13th! Pick out your favorite pumpkin and enjoy a short hayride to the pumpkin patch! Additional activities include pumpkin decorating, coloring pages, Halloween photo ops, games, a raffle, free coloring books, and more. New this year: Pumpkin Smash on both days! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 11169 Louisville St. NE, Louisville, OH 44641
Cost: Pumpkin Smash (11am): $10 gets you a pumpkin, a “rental weapon,” and a place to make a huge mess.

Boo at the Zoo (Akron Zoo)
It’s everyone’s favorite non-scary Halloween event! Bring your little ghosts and goblins dressed in their costumes for a unique trick-or-treat experience. See amazing animals while collecting treats from 12 themed treat stations located throughout the zoo. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Cost: Click here for pricing details.

FREE Harvest in the Harbor
Enjoy a fall celebration with trick-or-treat bags for the first 50 kids, pumpkin bowling, costume contest for kids 12 and under, 3rd annual merchant cook-off (theme: snacks), and a spooky background for photo opportunities. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Historic Ashtabula Harbor, Bridge St., Ashtabula, OH 44004
Cost: FREE

FREE City of Westlake Fall Festival & Pumpkin Hunt
This fun-filled family festival for children, ages 9 and younger, with pumpkin hunt, face painting, hay rides, inflatables, refreshments, food trucks, and much more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Westlake Recreation Center, 28955 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145
Cost: FREE

FREE Night-LITE: Halloween Planetarium Show at the Ward Beecher Planetarium
This popular light and music extravaganza is presented in a fun, non-scary style, making this show ideal for all ages. Come in costume! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ward Beecher Hall on the campus of Youngstown State University, Lincoln Ave., Youngstown, OH 44555
Cost: FREE

FREE Cuyahoga Falls Halloween Extravaganza + Halloween Flicks on the Falls
Join your friends and neighbors in downtown Cuyahoga Falls for a spooktacular evening of fun for everyone! There will be trick-or-treating, a Halloween art contest, a costume contest, kids activities, a photo booth and a special Halloween edition of Flicks on the Falls: Hocus Pocus! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Downtown Plaza, Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: FREE, food and drinks available for purchase

FREE Macedonia Haunted Hayride
Go on a haunted hayride through scary scenes set up throughout Longwood Park. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Longwood Park, 1566 E. Aurora Rd., Macedonia, OH 44056
Cost: FREE

FREE Fall Family Outdoor Movie Featuring: Monster House
All Massillon residents are welcome to join in to watch Monster House outdoors, on the big screen, so invite your friends and neighbors. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating. The movie will begin at dark (approximately 8pm). {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Stadium Park, 301 19th St. SE, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE

Hiram House Camp Pumpkin Festival
Enjoy beautiful autumn foliage, food, rides, animals, entertainment, games, crafts, and fun for the whole family, on 172 wooded acres in NE Ohio’s scenic Chagrin Valley. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 33775 Hiram Trail, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
Cost: TBA

FREE City Fall Fest: Bats, Baseball & Boos
Join the Lake County Captains for a free family-friendly Halloween event, featuring kids games and crafts, tractor rides on the field, pictures with characters, and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Fall food and drinks will be available for an additional charge. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Lake County Captains, 35300 Vine St., Eastlake, OH 44095
Cost: FREE (Check-in and register here for the chance to win a free bicycle courtesy of Eastlake Police Athletic League.)

FREE Pumpkin Walk at Twilight at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Experience the magic of the fall season during Pumpkin Walk at Twilight! Take a stroll along the Gardens’ pumpkin-lined paths as day turns to night. Enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly activities. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
Cost: FREE

Not-So-Spooky Stories Campfire at Summit Metro Parks
Sit beneath the light of the full moon to enjoy marshmallows and hear some fun nighttime tales. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Campfire Area, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH 44313
Cost: Registration is required

FREE Spookulele Singalong with the Cleveland Fleaharmonics at North Royalton Branch Library
Celebrate Hauntober with a hauntingly good evening of singing ghastly tunes with the Cleveland Fleaharmonics Ukulele Ensemble. It will be a frighteningly unique, one-of-a-kind Halloween Spooktacular! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 5071 Wallings Rd., North Royalton, OH, 44133
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

Tales for Tots: Pumpkins! at Mill Creek Metroparks
What’s orange and round and makes us think of fall? Pumpkins, of course! Visit the pumpkin patch and learn about these fall favorites. Ages 2-3 with an adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406
Cost: $4

FREE Fabulous Fridays: Pumpkin Party! at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Celebrate fall with a pumpkin party! Listen to stories and enjoy activities that explore the wonderful world of pumpkins! Ages 2-5 with an adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Berea Branch, 7 Berea Commons, Berea, OH 44017
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Cedar Lee Kids Candy Crawl
Join the Cedar Lee merchants for a night of safe trick-or-treating as the Candy Crawl returns for 2019. It’s friendly Halloween fun on Lee Rd., from Cedar Rd. south to Dellwood. All children, ages 12 and under, must be accompanied by an adult! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Cedar Lee Business District, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Cost: FREE

FREE Haasz 1st Annual Trunk-or-Treat
Bring your ghouls and goblins for free food, apple cider, hot chocolate, games, Trunk-or-Treat, and prizes, and more! Prizes will be awarded for Best Trunk and Best Costume. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Haasz Automall, 1345 E. Main St., Ravenna, OH 44266
Cost: FREE

Bootanical Bash at the Cleveland Botanical Gardens
Kids of all ages look forward to this annual family event. Dress in costume, trick-or-treat, and experience enchanting lights in the Hershey Children’s Garden, and enjoy games, a dance party, and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
Cost: $10 per member adult, $13 per member child, $15 per nonmbmer adult, $18 per nonmember child (Registration is required)

Captain Neo's Hauntiquarium at The Greater Cleveland Aquarium
With welcoming bandana-and-breeches-wearing stilt walkers and an indoor trick-or-treat treasure trail, Captain NEO’s Hauntaquarium is a warm, protected and not-so-spooky way to celebrate Halloween. This annual child-focused pirate party includes full Aquarium access as well as Nora the Explorer animal encounters, a DJ dance party, “campfire” stories, photo opportunities, slime-making, magic and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 passholder admission, and FREE for little ones under age 2

Not-So-Creepy Critter Campfire at Summit Metro Parks
Enjoy a toasty campfire while discovering why “creepy” critters are actually pretty cool. Marshmallows will be available to roast, while supplies last. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Campfire Area, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH 44313
Cost: Registration is required

Cuyahoga Falls Monster Mash Family Dance
Join the fun at the family-friendly Halloween Monster Mash! Come dressed in costume and do the Monster Mash at the Downtown Pavilion! Dinner, DJ and dancing, a keepsake photo, and a Halloween treat bag for the kids are included! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Downtown Plaza, Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: $12 per resident, $14 per nonresident (Registration is required.)

FREE Halloween All Aboard! Model Train Rides
Members of the N.E.O.L.S. miniature railroad group will offer free train rides during this special park program. Children are encouraged to wear their costumes, but for safety, please avoid long, flowing garments. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Lester Rail Trail, 3654 Lester Rd., Medina, OH 44256
Cost: FREE

Cinderella's Pumpkin Craft
Looking for a not-so-scary Halloween activity? Join Cinderella for a magical session of pumpkin decorating and delicious fall treats at What The Cupcakes. Each hour-long session will let your princess decorate a fairy-tale themed, mini-sized foam pumpkin, learn to ballroom dance with Cinderella, enjoy sweet treats and juice, and meet and take pictures with Cinderella. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: What the Cupcakes, 36795 Detroit Rd., Avon, OH 44011
Cost: $4.99-$19.99 (Registration is required.)

Noothing Boo at the Zoo (Akron Zoo)
The Akron Zoo is opening an hour early for guests with special needs to enjoy Boo at the Zoo before the crowds. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Cost: Click here for pricing details.

FREE Haunted Gingerbread Workshop at Kent Free Library
Families are invited to assemble and decorate a haunted gingerbread house together. (One house per family.) {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 312 W. Main St., Kent, OH 44240
Cost: FREE, a donation of one bag of candy would be appreciated (Registration is required)

FREE Grandparent's Halloween Craft at Chagrin Falls Branch Library
Join in for activities, games, and a fun craft to make together! For ages 3-6 with a senior or grandparent. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Mayfield Branch, 500 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Village, OH 44143
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Super Saturday: Hooray for Halloween
Kids in grades K-6 are invited to enjoy slightly scary stories, a Halloween craft, games and spooky refreshments. Participants may come in costume if they wish! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Massillon Public Library, 208 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Pumpkin Pick & Paint at Eastwood Mall
Children can paint their own pumpkins courtesy of Home Depot. Pumpkins will be on display around the pumpkin patch until Oct. 23rd. Children can pick up their pumpkins from Oct. 23-27. While you're here take a family photo in the pumpkin patch display in Center Court. The pumpkin patch will be set up from Oct. 15-29 for families to enjoy a festive fall photo opportunity. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 5555 Youngstown-Warren Rd., Niles, OH 44446
Cost: FREE

I-X Center Trick-or-Treat Street
I-X Trick or Treat Street, Cleveland’s Halloween tradition for children 10 and under, returns to the International Exposition (I-X) Center. Thousands of little ghosts and goblins will receive more than 300,000 pre-approved, packaged pieces of candy as they make their way through creatively themed not-so-spooky Halloween houses. But wait, there’s more than just candy! Surrounded by fall foliage including pumpkins and larger than life decorations, trick-or-treaters will enjoy pony rides, kiddie rides, plus live entertainment is scheduled throughout the day. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: One I-X Center Dr., Cleveland, OH 44135
Cost: This is a ticketed event. Find pricing here.

FREE RiverTree Lake Pumpkin Patch Festival
Join in this free community event, featuring free food, games, face painting, crafts, and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: RiverTree Lake, 2201 Lake Center St. NW, Uniontown, OH 44685
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Boo Bash @ Boo ‘n Brew at Great Lakes Mall
As part of the Boo ‘n Brew, children (and their parents/guardians) are welcome to come in costume for Boo Bash, a special kids activity area featuring fall-themed crafts, a root beer float bar, balloon twisting, face painting, and Dr.U.R Awesome Mad Scientist Laboratory. The first 300 kids to check-in at Boo Bash will receive a goodie bag and a free sample of GoGo SqueeZ. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 7850 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060
Cost: FREE

Spooky Pooch Parade
The Spooky Pooch Parade consists of a free-to-attend festival in Kauffman Park, a parade through Lakewood’s downtown business district on Detroit Avenue and an awards presentation. A favorite Halloween tradition for Northeast Ohio dog lovers and their families, this community festival is one of the only events of its kind in the region, providing a tail-wagging good time for canine and human guests alike. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Kauffman Park, 15450 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH, 44107
Cost: $10 per dog in advance, $15 per dog day of event

FREE Geauga County Public Library's Mad Scientist Spooktacular
The Mad Scientist will perform his spooktacular kid-friendly experiments. The Berenstain Bears kids will be special guests at the event. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Newbury High School, 14775 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH 44065
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at the United Methodist Church of Macedonia
Come in costume for safe trick-or-treating, crafts, games, and refreshments. Call (330) 467-3169 for more information. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 1280 E. Aurora Rd., Macedonia, OH 44056
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Spooktacular at Beachwood Place
Enjoy Instagrammable “pic-or-treat” spots, professional pumpkin carving, customizable trick-or-treat bags, giveaways, exciting activities, and more. Plus, children under 12 are encouraged to show off their best costume! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 26300 Cedar Rd., Beachwood, OH 44122
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE City of Avon Not-So-Spooky Halloween in the Park
Celebrate Halloween with “not so spooky” fun for all ages, including a hay maze, games, crafts, trick-or-treat through Storybook Trail, and much more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Every Child's Playground, 36265 Detroit Rd., Avon, OH 44011
Cost: FREE for residents

FREE Hallo-SCREAM! at Warren-Trumbull County Public Library
Teens in grades 7-12, get into the spooky spirit with a movie, snacks, and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield, OH 44403
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Frankentoys at Chagrin Falls Branch Library
It's alive! Use tools to take apart old toys and make them into new Frankentoys. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 100 E. Orange St., Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Truck-or-Treat at Riverfront Family YMCA
Join in for some not-so-spooky fun for everyone! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 544 Broad Blvd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: FREE and open to the public; Food will be available for purchase

FREE Painesville Fall Fest
Bring the family for Fall Fest, featuring a Trunk-or-Treat, hayrides, video game truck, and kid's Halloween-themed shows. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Kiwanis Recreation Park, 301 Latimore St., Painesville, OH 44077
Cost: FREE

Family Halloween Bash at Mill Creek Metroparks
Have a “howl” of a good time at this popular fall event. Bring your dog dressed in his/her Halloween finest! There will be a hike, dog costume contest, prizes, and refreshments following the hike. MetroMutts members receive a free pumpkin. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Lanterman's Mill, 1001 Canfield Rd., Youngstown, OH 44511
Cost: $3 per resident, $5 per nonresident if registered by October 16th; $5 per resident, $7 per nonresident for walk-ins, if space allows

Monster Mania at the Museum
Dress in costume and bring your treat bag for the Trick-or-Treat Stations. Plus, enjoy PBS Halloween Movie Shorts, Halloween-themed Crafts, Akron Police Dept. K9 Unit, “Scared Silly” performance by Wandering Aesthetics, a Costume Contest, Akron Fire Department Truck, music by KidJam! Radio, and more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Akron Children's Museum, 216 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: $10 per child, $5 per adult (Registration is required.)

FREE City of Middleburg Heights Fall Fest
Enjoy an afternoon full of food trucks, tractor and pony rides, a pumpkin patch, Touch-A-Truck display, a trick-or-treat trail, a petting zoo, performances, live music, and much more. You can even bring your tail-wagging family member for the dog costume parade and contest! End the evening of family fun with a spectacular 10-minute firework display. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Middleburg Heights City Hall, 15700 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Cost: FREE

City of Lyndhurst Children's Halloween Party
Designed for ghosts and goblins ages 8 and under, this party consists of games, crafts, kid-friendly food, entertainment, and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: City of Lyndhurst, OH Community Center, 1341 Parkview Dr., Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Cost: This is a ticketed event

FREE Halloween on the Heights
Halloween on the Heights is a fun filled family event featuring indoor trick-or-treating, costume competitions, carnival games, inflatables, food for sale, and more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Broadview Heights Recreation Center, 9543 Broadview Rd., Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Cost: FREE

FREE Boo by the Woods: Picture Books That Go Bump in the Night at Avon Lake Public Library
Not ready for the scares on the trail yet? Join the Children's department staff for creepy (but not too creepy) stories and songs. Staff will turn the lights down, use their creepiest voices, and read aloud some favorite goosebump-inducing picture books. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 32649 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake, OH 44012
Cost: FREE (Numbered tickets are available beginning 15 minutes before each scheduled time on a first-come, first-served basis.)

Hickory Ridge Cinemas Annual Trunk-or-Treat
Trunk-or-Treat in the parking lot, then catch a classic movie afterwards. Guests are invited to dress up in costume. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Hickory Ridge Cinemas, 1055 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, OH, 44212
Cost: $6.50 per person (Pre-sale only. This is a ticketed event, all guests will need a ticket. Tickets available online or at the theatre box office.)

FREE Trick-or-Treat on Your Feet at Lorain County Metro Parks
Participants in costume will race to “Spooky” stops throughout the 1/2 mile run and either receive a Trick (fitness exercise) or Treat (candy). {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Amhert HealthPlax, Mercy Health & Recreation Center, 47160 Hollstein Dr., Amherst, OH 44001
Cost: FREE, $4 per nonmember (Registration is requested)

FREE Halloween Safety Open House
Join in for this 3rd Annual Halloween Safety Open House, featuring a costume contest, games and activities, safety information, snacks, drinks and more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Olmsted Twp Fire Department, 26900 Cook Rd., Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Cost: FREE

Open Studio: Trick-or-Treat Bags at Akron Artworks
Make Trick-or-Treat bags using felt and a no-sew process. All ages. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 1720 Merriman Rd., Studio A, Akron, OH 44313
Cost: $10 individual, max $25 family (up to 4 persons)

FREE Trunk-or-Treat Fall Festival at Key Church
Kids can collect candy and goodies from decorated trunks, and this year there will be food trucks where you can purchase food and drinks. Plus, enjoy a hayride, bonfire, and live music. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 1825 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH 44281
Cost: FREE

Halloween Bowl at Roseland Lanes
A safe, non-scary event with family fun for all ages, including bowling, games and prizes, and a costume contest. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 26383 Broadway Ave, Oakwood Village, OH 44146
Cost: $9 per person, $50 per lane (up to 6 people)

FREE Community Truck-N-Treat at North Hampton Bible Church
Join in a fun family night of trick-or-treating, balloons, games, food and treats, and more! Family-friendly and free for all! Come dressed in your friendly costume! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 333 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Hooray at Eastwood Field
Enjoy candy, crafts, and fun! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 5930 State Rd., Parma, OH 44134
Cost: FREE

Trick-or-Treat at Eastwood Field
Trick-or-treat at Eastwood Field is a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween for children ages 12 and under. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Eastwood Field, 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd., Niles, OH 44446
Cost: Tickets are $1 each and are on sale now at the Scrappers Team Office located at Eastwood Field. In addition, anyone that donates canned goods at the Trick-or-Treat event for Feed Our Valley will receive a free general admission Scrappers ticket valid during the 2020 season. The Fast Pass is only available for the first 100 kids, includes admission for one child and two adult tickets and allows you to skip the line and get in at 5:45pm for only $10.

FREE City of Wickliffe Children's Halloween Party
Crafts by Wickliffe Public Library, entertainment, Jungle Larry & Friends. Costumed children parade through the halls and receive treats from Wickliffe Recreation, Wickliffe Senior program, and Wickliffe Police and Fire Departments. For Wickliffe children through 4th grade. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Wickliffe High School, 2255 Rockefeller Rd., Wickliffe, OH 44092
Cost: FREE

FREE Merchants of Hudson Trick-or-Treat
Merchants on Main St., First & Main Shopping area, Evaporator Works, and Acme Plaza will be passing out candy outside of their businesses. (Toddler Room is for 4 and under.) {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Main St., Hudson, OH
Cost: FREE

Toddler Trick-or-Treat at Make Believe Family Fun Center
In the Toddler Room, little ones can participate in a free trick-or-treat from 4pm-8pm. (Toddler Room is for 4 and under.) {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 8303 Day Dr., Parma, OH 44129
Cost: Included with activity cost (Must be Rewards Member)

FREE Boo U at Kent State University Stark Campus
Kent State University at Stark welcomes the community to campus for Boo U, a free family-friendly, educational fall celebration for elementary school-aged kids. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 6000 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720
Cost: FREE

FREE Massillon Trunk-or-Treat
Children can enjoy trick-or-treating fun in a safe, kid-friendly environment. Wear your Halloween costume and trick-or-treat by going from cart trunk to car trunk in the Massillon Recreation Center parking lot. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE

FREE Pumpkins in the Park
Celebrate the season with a free pumpkin, courtesy of Walmart South Euclid and Giant Eagle. One pumpkin per family while supplies last. Enjoy treats, cider, and a spooky mad scientist experience from Dr. UR Awesome. Please enter Bexley Park from Felton Rd. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Bexley Park, 1630 Wrenford Rd., South Euclid, OH 44121
Cost: FREE

FREE Trick-or-Treating at Richmond Town Square Mall
Wear your costumes for the 2019 Trick-or-Treating event at Richmond Town Square. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 691 Richmond Rd., Richmond Heights, OH 44143
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at the Streetsboro Walmart
Children of all ages can enjoy trick-or-treat fun in safe, kid friendly environment. Wear your Halloween costume and trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk in the Walmart parking lot. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Streetsboro Walmart, 905 Singletary Rd., Streetsboro, OH 44241
Cost: FREE; $10/car to participate with a decorated trunk

FREE Massillon Trunk-or-Treat
Children ages 13 and younger are invited to trick-or-treat in a fun, safe, kid-friendly environment. Wear your Halloween costume and trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk in the Massillon Recreation Center parking lot. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Massillon Parks & Recreation, 505 Erie St. N, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE

Family Day: Trick-or-Treat on South High Street at the Akron Art Museum
Collect art trinkets, mix up creative concoctions in the idea laboratory, and show off your monster moves on the dance floor. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 1 S. High St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: FREE for members, $12/non-member child (Registration is required.)

FREE Friday Morning Storytime at Barnes & Noble – Crocker Park
Bring the littles for a Halloween storytime! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Barnes & Noble – Crocker Park, 198 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145
Cost: FREE

Decorate Halloween Cookies at Make Believe Family Fun Center
Children 7 and under can decorate Halloween cookies. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 8303 Day Dr., Parma, OH 44129
Cost: Included with activity cost (Must be Rewards Member)

FREE Spooky Monster Magic Show with Gordon Russ at Hudson Library & Historical Society
The Spooky Monster Magic Show is a wonderfully inventive and entertaining Halloween program that includes not-too-scary magic, audience participation, and lots of laughs. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 96 Library St., Hudson, OH 44236
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Toddler Halloween Ball at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Children through age 4 are invited to join in for a Halloween Ball with stories, dancing, and a photo. Come in costume! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ellet Branch Library, 2470 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44312
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Halloween Dance Party at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Join the fun in your Halloween costume to dance, dance, dance! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Mogadore Branch Library, 144 S. Cleveland Ave., Mogadore, OH 44260
Cost: FREE

FREE Main Street Kent Family-friendly Halloween
Trick-or-treat at downtown Kent businesses (5pm-7pm) and collect candy, comic books, and other fun treats. Be sure to stop at the Hometown Bank Plaza for spook-tacular activities and a costume contest that begins at 7:15pm! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Main Street Kent, 138 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240 & Hometown Bank Plaza, 142 N. Water St., Kent, OH 44240
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat
Kids can trick-or-treat as families pass out candy from their decorated cars. The Geauga County Public Library Fun Bus (bookmobile) will also be available for books, movies, stories, and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 (Across from Bainbridge Branch Library)
Where: FREE

Halloween Celebration & Hayrides at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center
Put on your costume and trick or treat through our Wildlife Gardens! Make a Halloween craft, hop on a hayride and view the stars at a family-friendly holiday show in Schuele Planetarium. Dinner will be provided so you can relax by a crackling fireplace at this non-scary celebration. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 28728 Wolf Rd., Bay Village, OH 44116
Cost: $15 per adult, $10 per child (ages 2 and up), FREE for babies age 1 and under (includes dinner)

Spooktacular Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School
Join in for some fun family time in the pool. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Goldfish Swim School-Cleveland East, 4670 Richmond Rd., Ste. 100, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
Cost: $5 per swimmer or $15 max. per family

Indoor Family Halloween Hullabaloo
Come dressed in costume to the Recreation Department's annual Halloween party. There will be candy, games, inflatables, dancing, crafts, cookie decorating, hot dogs, and other treats. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ehrnfelt Event Center, 18100 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136
Cost: $8 for Rec. Center members, $12 for nonmembers (Tickets must be purchased in advance at the front desk.)

Spooktacular Science Weekend at Great Lakes Science Center
Calling all mad scientists! Great Lakes Science Center gets a hair-raising transformation with the return of Spooktacular Science! Guests of all ages are sure to enjoy this family friendly Halloween-themed party. Costumes are encouraged! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: All activities are included with general admission.

Hermes Dead Sprint 5K Through Kamm's Corners with Little Monster Candy Dash
This event includes a chip-timed 5K and a non-timed Little Monster Candy Dash at 8:30am! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 31, 2020
Where: West Park Station, 17015 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44111
Cost: TBA

Halloween Run for Justice
This event benefits our Lawyers Giving Back community outreach programs including the 3Rs, helping students in the Cleveland and East Cleveland City Schools. Following the race, enjoy food and refreshments, a costume contest for both kids and adults, and family-friendly activities and entertainment. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Cost: $25+

FREE Halloween at Jamie's Flea Market
Come out and celebrate Halloween with Jamie's annual costume contest and trick-or-treating! Make sure you and your kids are dressed to impress! Kids can trick-or-treat with all participating vendors while supplies last. Every year this event is great fun for the whole family! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 46388 Telegraph Rd., Amherst, OH 44001
Cost: FREE

Mayfield Heights Halloween Kid's Party
Festivities at this party for children ages 3-9 include Trick-or-Treat Street, Halloween picture, Pumpkin Patch, and much more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ross C. DeJohn (Mayfield Heights) Community Center, 6306 Marsol Rd., Cleveland, OH 44124
Cost: $7 per person (Registration is required.)

FREE City of Oberlin Halloween Parade
The Oberlin High School Marching Band will perform several music numbers at Langston Middle School. Afterward, the community is welcome inside to enjoy cider, donuts, goodies, and a magic show.{Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Starting at Eastwood Elementary School, ending at Langston Middle School
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Fun & Games at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Join in to celebrate Halloween with crafts and games. Wear a costume, if you wish. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Orange Branch, 31975 Chagrin Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH 44124
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Target Paw Patrol Trick-or-Treat Event
Kids are invited to dress in their Halloween costumes and trick-or-treating through your local Target store and watch an exclusive episode of Paw Patrol. Plus, there will also be giveaways, while supplies last. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Participating Target stores across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE

National Pumpkin Day at Cafe O'Play
Any fruit from the cucurbitaceae plant family, which has been around for more than 9,000 years, deserves its own holiday! To celebrate the national treasure that is the humble pumpkin, kids can decorate and take home artificial mini-pumpkins. Plus, from 11am-1pm, kids can enjoy the balloon art magic of PhilUP Balloons while parents enjoy ½ price Pumpkin Spice Lattes! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: FREE

FREE Not-So-Spooky Storytime at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Join in for a seasonal (and not too spooky!) family storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Brook Park Branch, 6155 Engle Rd., Brook Park, OH 44142
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Science Cafe: “Spooky” Science at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Join in for this fun-not-scary science program for the whole family, presented by ACESS. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Main Library, 60 S. High St., Akron, OH 44326
Cost: FREE

FREE Storytime and Trick-or-Treating at Barnes & Noble – Akron
This goofy, adorable book about conquering your fears will soon become a household favorite! Join in for storytime and activities, plus wear your Halloween costume for some in-store trick-or-treating! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Barnes & Noble – Akron, 4015 Medina Rd., Akron, OH 44333
Cost: FREE

FREE Haunted Gingerbread Houses at Geauga County Public Library
Decorate a small gingerbread house Halloween-style. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Bainbridge Branch, 17222 Snyder Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Halloween Dance Party at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Join in for a SPOOK-tacular Dance Party! Come dance your scares away with your friends and enjoy some light refreshments. Feel free to come in costume! For ages 0-5 with an adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch, 1876 S. Green Rd., South Euclid, OH 44121
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

Dracs Daughter Visits Cafe O'Play
Things are getting batty at Cafe O'Play! Join in as your favorite Transylvanian, Dracula's Daughter Mavis, flies in to play, dance, and meet your little boos and ghouls! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Included with regular admission

FREE Trick-or-Treat in the ‘Ville
Bring your little goblins for a family fun day of trick-or-treating in Historic Downtown Hartville. Look for orange balloons at participating businesses. Be sure to stop by Two e’s in a Pod for a photo and to enter the Kid's Costume Contest! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Historic Downtown Hartville, 101 S. Prospect Ave., Hartville, OH 44632
Cost: FREE

FREE Polish Village Treat & Greet
Wear your Halloween costumes and enjoy candy, face painting, tricks & treats, and prize drawings. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: In Polish Village along Ridge Rd., Parma, OH
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Comicfest at Hazel's Heroes Comics & More
Free comics, costume contest, guest artist Ed Griffie, and sales throughout the store. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 1664 N. Main St., Ste. 12, North Canton, OH 44720
Cost: FREE

FREE Tricks & Treats at Grace Church
Tricks & Treats is a fun, free event for the whole family with carnival games, inflatables, local food trucks, live entertainment, a DJ, tons of candy, face painting, balloon artist, petting zoos, and more! Costumes are encouraged. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Grace Church, 7393 Pearl Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Cost: FREE

FREE Kids Boo Bash at Quaker Steak and Lube (Valley View, OH)
Stop in for fun for the whole family, with face painting, craft pumpkin decorating, coloring, crafts, and more! Plus, enjoy a special appearance by Gizzard Coop. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 5935 Canal Rd., Valley View, OH 44125
Cost: FREE

FREE Boo Village
Monster March trick-or-treat from Bay Village Square, up Dover Center to Dover Commons Shopping Center. Prizes awarded for best costumes, candy and fun. Starts at the Bayway Cabin. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: City of Bay Village, OH 44140
Cost: FREE

FREE WooTown Treat Trail
Wayne Center for the Arts joins other local business in trick-or-treat for the children. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Downtown Wooster, S. Walnut St., Wooster, OH 44691
Cost: FREE

FREE Ravenna Trick-or-Treat & Halloween Walk
A Sensory-Free Merchants Trick-or-Treat (no masks or face make-up please) will be held from 11am-12pm. Merchants will not be in costume or be playing music. From 12pm-1pm, join in for the Costume Parade, group photo, and children’s activities on the Courthouse Lawn. Then, Trick-or-Treat at local Merchants from 1pm-3pm. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ravenna, OH 44266
Cost: FREE

FREE Spooky Center at Cleveland Metroparks
Visit the spooky side, where you can explore creepy critters, poisonous plants, and blood-sucking beasts. Nefarious naturalists guide guests through spooky science stations. Costumes encouraged and treats a-plenty, for those who dare! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: West Creek Reservation, Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma, OH 44134
Cost: FREE

FREE Tricks & Treats at Crocker Park
Wear your favorite costume for some Howl-O-Ween festivities for the whole family, including vendors and exhibitors, a pet costume contest, trick-or-treating, and more! Plus, the Crocker Park Express Train will be taking all the little ghosts and goblins around property. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 189 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145
Cost: FREE

FREE Boooo-kfield’s Halloween Bash at Warren-Trumbull County Public Library
Join in for a scary good time with games, crafts, and face painting! Don’t forget to wear your costume! For ages 5-12. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Brookfield Branch, 7032 Grove St., Brookfield, OH 44403
Cost: FREE (Registration is required)

FREE Storytime & Trick-or-Treat at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Share some not-so-spooky stories with Miss Sylvia, then go trick-or-treating inside the Firestone Park Branch. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Firestone Park Branch Library, 1486 Aster Ave., Akron, OH 44301
Cost: FREE

Willowick Children’s Halloween Program
Children, ages 10 and under, are invited to dress in their costumes and join us for kid friendly Halloween fun, games and a hay ride! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Dudley Fieldhouse, 31500 Arnold Rd., Willowick, OH 44095

FREE Boo! at the Museum
Some visitors from the past will be there to tell their stories and share some treats. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Baseball Heritage Museum, 6601 Lexington Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103
Cost: FREE (Registration is encouraged)

FREE Spooky Magic at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Get ready for spooky magic with Jim Kleefeld. Expect magic tricks wrapped up in spooky sights and tied with goofy fun! There is a lot of comedy and a lot of audience participation. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Brecksville Branch, 9089 Brecksville Rd., Brecksville, OH 44141
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Spooktacular Saturday! at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Join in for an hour of spooktacular fun, games, and activities. For grades K-5th. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Southeast Branch, 70 Columbus Rd., Bedford, OH 44146
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Tween Fall Harvest at Mayfield Church
Enjoy activity stations. Children are encouraged to wear their non-scary Halloween costumes. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, October 24, 2020; 2pm-4pm
Where: 7747 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026
Cost: FREE

FREE Pumpkin Palooza at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Find your own pumpkin to paint in the library’s Learning Garden and make a yummy pumpkin treat. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Warrensville Heights Branch, 4415 Northfield Rd., Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Lordstowne Lutheran Church
Wear your costume and collect treats from decorated trunks. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 5615 Palmyra Rd., Warren, OH 44481
Cost: FREE

FREE Copley Halloween in the Park
Join in for games and a Halloween Trick-or-Treat Path for children ages 10 and younger. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Copley Community Park, 3232 Copley Rd., Copley, OH 44321
Cost: FREE

FREE Sticker Treat at Cuyahoga County Public Library
Join in at the library for spooky stories, a creepy craft, and trick or treating around the library for non-edible treats. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Maple Heights Branch, 5225 Library Ln., Maple Heights, OH 44137
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

Trick-or-Treat in the Village
The “Villagers” will be in costumes appropriate for the “wee” ones. They will be handing out treats (some candy-some prizes) to the costumed guests. There will be games and refreshments. This is an opportunity for the younger children to have a safe Halloween in the daytime. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Strongsville Historical Society, 13305 Pearl Rd., Strongsville, Ohio 44136
Cost: Admission is $1 per person or one non-perishable food item per person. (Reservations are required. Call 440-572-0535.)

FREE Trick-or-Treat at Hartville Marketplace
Bring the kids for a fun day of indoor trick-or-treating throughout the Marketplace building! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
Cost: FREE

FREE Clyde Halloween Parade
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When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Clyde Elementary School, 821 S. Main St., Clyde, OH 43410
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Champion Christian Church
Everyone is invited to Trunk-or-Treat at Champion Christian Church. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Champion Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 151 Center St. W, Warren, OH 44481
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Doylestown United Methodist Church
A safe and fun Halloween experience for all children. Halloween treats will be passed out from the decorated trunks of cars in the Doylestown United Methodist Church parking lot. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 153 Church St., Doylestown, OH 44230
Cost: FREE

FREE Great Pumpkin Party at TownCenter
Kids are invited to trick-or-treat at participating shops! Plus, enjoy Halloween/fall-themed games for the kids along with the regular games at the Clock Tower! On the big screens, watch football and maybe a special Halloween-themed movie! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: TownCenter at Firestone Farms, 28 W. Friend St., Columbiana, OH 44408
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Party & Trunk-or-Treat at Christ Church (Columbia Station Campus)
Christ Church Kids is throwing an epic Halloween party! Everyone is invited to dress up as your favorite character and join in for a night of fun. There will be Trunk-or-Treat, food and treats, and plenty of fun and games in the gym. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 23080 Royalton Rd., Columbia Station, OH 44028
Cost: FREE

Amherst 5K Skeleton Run
This event includes a chip-timed 5K and a free, non-timed 1/2 Mile Funny Run (Children 12 and under), and 1/4 Mile Silly Run (Children 6 and under)! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Amherst Steele High School, 450 Washington Ave., Amherst, OH 44001
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 day of event (Registration is required)

Trick-or-Treat Trot
Join in for this Halloween-themed race! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Planet Fitness, 1543 Streetsboro Rd., Streetsboro, OH 44241
Cost: $20 pre-registration, $30 day of event

FREE Malloween at Great Northern Mall
Calling all princesses, superheroes, monsters, ghosts, and ghouls! This is a fun-filled day is for kids 10 and under and their entire families to dress in costume and trick-or-treat at participating retailers throughout the mall. Plus, get a free Malloween photo taken from 11:00am- 1:30pm in the Sears Wing, compliments of Cherry Hill. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 4954 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted, OH 44070
Cost: FREE

FREE Mall-O-Ween at SouthPark Mall
This Spooktacular Mall-O-Ween features fun and games at Center Court, free photos at Cinemark Court, and trick-or-treating throughout the mall! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 500 SouthPark Ctr., Strongsville, OH 44136
Cost: FREE

FREE Kids Boo Bash at Quaker Steak & Lube (Vermilion)
Stop in for fun for the whole family with face painting, craft pumpkin decorating, coloring, crafts, and more, along with a special appearance by Gizzard Coop. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Quaker Steak & Lube, 5150 Liberty Ave., Vermilion, OH 44089
Cost: FREE

FREE Booville Halloween Party
Goulish Goblins of all ages are invited for Halloween thrills, including carnival games, pumpkin painting, cake walk, caricatures, performances by Jungle Bob and Rick Smith Jr., balloon creations by Balloon Bender Dave, and a Halloween costume contest. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Blossom Hill Facility, 4450 Oakes Rd., Brecksville, OH 44141
Cost: FREE

Open Studio: Day of the Dead Rocks at Akron Artworks
Make a Sugar Skull (Day of the Dead)! Using paint, you will make decorations for this festive holiday for families to remember and honor their deceased loved ones. All ages. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 1720 Merriman Rd., Studio A, Akron, OH 44313
Cost: $10 individual, max $25 family (up to 4 persons)

FREE Not-So-Spooky Olmsted Fall-O-Ween
Free family fun with trick-or-treating and trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, Halloween Trail, award-winning Spider Web Labyrinth, Spooky Covered Bridge, Dinosaur show, and more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Grand Pacific Junction Historic Shopping District, 8082 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Cost: FREE

Halloween's Creepy Creatures at Cleveland Metroparks
Bats and spiders are often associated with Halloween and often misunderstood. Learn why these creepy critters are beneficial to us. Make a craft to take home. Ages 3+ with an adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Brecksville Reservation, Trailside Program Center, 9000 Chippewa Rd., Brecksville, OH 44141
Cost: Registration is required

FREE Truck-or-Treat at Twinsburg Fitness Center
Kids are invited to explore and sit in their favorite vehicles like police cars, fire trucks, military vehicles, and more! Kids should wear costumes and come prepared to collect a truck full of candy! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 10084 Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat
Join in for a night of fun and friends! Kids can safely trick-or-treat by walking both the United Methodist Church of Berea and St. Thomas Episcopal Church parking lots, joined by Seminary St. Cars will decorate and pass out treats. Kids may dress up in not-too-scary costumes if they wish. Check-in at either church for a goodie bag! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: The United Methodist Church of Berea, 170 Seminary St., Berea, OH 44017
Cost: FREE

FREE Hallo at the Museum
Lake Township Historical Society will have its annual Trick-or-Treat at the Museum. Come in costume and visit the updated Hartville Elevator display and other items. Weather permitted will have some old farm items for demo. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Lake Township Historical Society Museum, 3300 Myers St., Greentown, OH 44720
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at St. Francis de Sales Church
Come to the parking lot near the school playground. There will be cars decked out in ghoulish fashion and plenty of treats and fun! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 3434 George Ave., Parma, OH 44134
Cost: FREE

Family Film: The Nightmare Before Christmas at the Renaissance Theatre
Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 138 Park Ave. W, Mansfield, OH 44902
Cost: $5 general admission

Halloween Skate
Wear your costume for a fun afternoon of skating. Free treat bag for children ages 12 and younger, while supplies last. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Dan Kostel Recreation Center, 5411 Turney Rd., Cleveland, OH 44125
Cost: $5 per person (includes skate rental), FREE for children ages 4 and younger with paying adult

FREE Trunk-or-Treat at Good Shepherd Church
Trunk-or-Treat is a fun alternative to trick-or-treating, where community members meet in the parking lot of Good Shepherd Church to decorate their vehicles/parking spots with family-friendly Halloween decor and pass out candy to children ages 12 and under. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 5930 State Rd., Cleveland, OH 44134 (Trunk-or-Treat is off of Forestwood Dr.)
Cost: FREE

FREE City of Bentleyville Booville
Enjoy hayrides, pumpkin painting, Spooky Haunted River Ride, Spooky Haunted River Walk, games, face painting, and more! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Village Community Park, 36020 Solon Rd., Bentleyville, OH 44022
Cost: FREE

Splash Zone’s Splash-O-Ween Party at Lorain County Metro Parks
The party is fun for the entire family that includes swimming, snacks and beverages, crafts, trick-or-treating, and a costume contest! Pack your costume so you can go swimming first! The trick-or-treating and costume contest will take place at the end of the party. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Splash Zone, 95 W. Hamilton Rd., Oberlin, OH 44074
Cost: $3.50 for members or $5 for nonmembers (Registration is required.)

Captain Neo's Hauntiquarium Sensory-Friendly Night at The Greater Cleveland Aquarium
With welcoming bandana-and-breeches-wearing stilt walkers and an indoor trick-or-treat treasure trail, Captain NEO’s Hauntaquarium is a warm, protected and not-so-spooky way to celebrate Halloween. This annual child-focused pirate party includes full Aquarium access as well as Nora the Explorer animal encounters, a DJ dance party, “campfire” stories, photo opportunities, slime-making, magic and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 passholder admission, and FREE for little ones under age 2

FREE Monster Mash at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Drop-in for a morning of fun Halloween activities and crafts. Arrive dressed in your costume for a treat! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Tallmadge Branch Library, 90 Community Rd., Tallmadge, OH 44278
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

BOO Bash & Trunk-or-Treat
Kid-friendly Halloween fun benefits Make a Wish Foundation. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, October 28, 2019; 5pm
Where: Quaker Steak & Lube, 2191 Millennium Blvd., Cortland, OH 44410

Family Fun in Nature: Pumpkin Carving with Cleveland Metroparks
Enjoy an evening of pumpkin carving. Bring your own pumpkin, all other carving supplies will be provided. Plus, enjoy apple cider and snacks as you work. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: CanalWay Center, 4524 E. 49th St., Cleveland, OH 44125
Cost: $2 per person (Registration is required.)

FREE Toddler Halloween Party at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Kids in grades 2-5, come in costume for a school-age Halloween party with a costume contest, crafts, and treats. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library, 3101 Smith Rd., Akron, OH 44333
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Preschool Halloween Storytime at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Children ages 0-5 are welcome to join Miss Jessica and Miss Pam for Halloween stories, music, and a costume parade around the library! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library, 3101 Smith Rd., Akron, OH 44333
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Frankentoys at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Craft a creepy creature made from the bodies of old toys. Prizes will be awarded for the scariest and most creative creations. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Mogadore Branch Library, 144 S. Cleveland Ave., Mogadore, OH 44260
Cost: FREE

FREE Spooktacular Hike at Stark Parks
Put on your best Halloween costume and take a leisurely two-mile hike though the woods. During the hike, keep your eyes peeled for nocturnal animals considered to be spooky! The hike will end near a campfire for s'mores. {Find Out More)
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Sippo Lake Park-West, 800 Genoa Ave. NW (west side of Sippo Lake Park), Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE

FREE Discovery Days: Batty for Bats at Cleveland Metroparks
Let's get excited to learn about bats. Share discoveries, stories, sing a song, and spend time outdoors. For children ages 3-6 with an adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, CanalWay Center, 4524 E. 49th St., Cleveland, OH 44125
Cost: FREE

FREE After School Fun Club: Monster Slime at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Join us for an afternoon of monster slime creation! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Firestone Park Branch Library, 1486 Aster Ave., Akron, OH 44301
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Mall-O-Ween Belden Village Mall
Bring your ghosts, pirates, witches, and princesses to Belden Village Mall and let your little goblins trick-or-treat from store to store and meet lots of fun characters including Princesses, FeLeap, Pozzie, and even Miss Ohio! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 4230 Belden Village Mall, Canton, OH 44718
Cost: FREE

FREE Pumpkin Painting at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Celebrate the holiday season by painting a pumpkin for your home! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Kenmore Branch Library, 969 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, OH 44314
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Trick-or-Treat at Aurora Farms Premium Outlets
Join in some spooky and safe trick-or-treating at participating stores. Enjoy candy, store discounts, and more. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 549 S. Chillicothe Rd., State Route 43, Aurora, OH 44202
Cost: FREE

FREE Pumpkin Carving at Summit Metroparks
Join a naturalist to create a seasonal work of art! It's B.Y.O.P. (pumpkin, that is) or register to receive a free pumpkin while supplies last. Limit one free pumpkin per family. Some carving utensils will be provided. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Firestone Metro Park, Coventry Oaks Area, 40 Axline Ave., Akron, OH 44319
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Candy Crawl at Great Lakes Mall
Calling all little ghosts and goblins! Mall-wide trick-or-treat night. This year, the event kicks-off near Shelby's Sugar Shop. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 57850 Mentor Ave , Mentor, OH 44060
Cost: FREE

FREE Track-or-Treat
The Oberlin College Student-Athlete Advisory Committee in conjunction with the Oberlin City School District is hosting the sixth annual Track-or-Treat. Children and their families are encouraged to walk around the John W. Heisman indoor track and visit the various stations for candy and entertainment. Members of Oberlin's varsity athletics teams will be on hand to pass out candy to the children and also interact with them in a fun and safe environment. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Oberlin College – Philips Gym, 173 W. Lorain St., Oberlin, OH 44074
Cost: FREE

FREE Malloween at Summit Mall
Stop into Summit Mall and grab all the treats with no tricks! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Summit Mall, 3265 W. Market St., Fairlawn, OH 44333
Cost: FREE

FREE All Tricks, No Treats at Summit Mall
Come in costume for spooky family fun and activities based on Vampirina and your favorite Disney Junior pals. The first 100 attendees will receive an exclusive Character Card. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Summit Mall (Dillard's Women's Court), 3265 W. Market St., Fairlawn, OH 44333
Cost: FREE

FREE Pumpkin Sensory Play at Summit Metroparks
Children, ages 3-5, will engage their senses while exploring pumpkins. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Liberty Park Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
Cost: FREE (Registration is required.)

FREE Boo Bash at Lorain County Metro Parks
Join in for a fun afternoon of Halloween crafts, games and activities! Dress in your favorite costume if you would like to! For ages 3-6 with adult. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: French Creek, 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield Village, OH 44054
Cost: FREE

FREE City Hall Trick-or-Treat
Different departments will be participating in the first annual City Hall Trick-or-Treat. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Cuyahoga Falls Municipal Building, 2310 Second St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: FREE

FREE Oberlin Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Trick-or-treaters may collect goodies outside participating downtown businesses. At 4:15 gather for a spooky (but not too spooky) story at The Oberlin Bookstore. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: All Over Downtown, Oberlin, OH
Cost: FREE

FREE Boo Bash at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Join us for games, crafts, entertainment, and trick-or-treating at participating plaza locations. Wear your costume and bring a bag. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library, 1500 Canton Rd., Ste. 360, Akron, OH 44312
Cost: FREE

FREE Trail of Treats Fun Fest
Wear your Halloween costume and collect treats along the trail. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Wick Park Walking Trail, 260 Park Ave., Youngstown, OH 44504
Cost: FREE

Perkins Paranormal Trick-or-Treat
Children and adults are encouraged to dress up and participate in this event for all ages. Collect candy in each room, complete a tombstone rubbing, hear paranormal stories, and listen to some spooky music in the library. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Simon Perkins Stone Mansion, 550 Copley Rd., Akron, OH 44320
Cost: $5 per family (up to 5 people; Registration is required. Get tickets here.)

FREE Valley City/Liverpool Fire Department Halloween Party & Parade
The fun begins at 6pm at the Train Depot with a parade line-up, followed by the parade at 6:30pm down Center Rd. to the Liverpool Township Fire Station, where there will be costume judging (preschool-Grade 6) and food and beverages for children and adults. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 1638 Lester Rd., Valley City, OH 44280
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Storytime at Akron-Summit County Public Library
Join Miss Jill for spooky stories, rhymes, songs, and movement to celebrate Halloween. Wear a costume if you like! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Highland Square Branch Library, 807 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303
Cost: FREE

FREE Candy Crawl at New Towne Mall
Come dressed to spook the crowd while collecting your favorite treats during this mall-wide trick-or-treat event. Teal pumpkin treats will also be offered. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: New Towne Mall, 400 Mill Ave. SE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Cost: FREE

FREE Trunk-or-Treat in Canton
Join in Canton's spooktacular annual Trunk-or-Treat! Local businesses and organizations will decorate their car and pass out candy. Children can walk from trunk to trunk to look at the decorations and receive candy and treats. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Carl Weis Park, 2600 Harvard Ave. NW, Canton OH 44709
Cost: FREE

FREE Halloween Street Dance at Tallmadge Recreation Center
Every year after Beggar's Night, the City of Tallmadge, Recreation Department and a wealth of amazing volunteers and sponsors host the Halloween Street Dance in the Recreation Center Parking lot. This annual Street Party includes hot dogs, donuts, cider, coffee and cocoa, a DJ, dancing and a costume contest. It is a night of family fun and best of all – it's free! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Tallmadge Recreation Center Parking Lot, Tallmadge, OH 44278
Cost: FREE

Play: CLE's Halloween Bash
Calling all ghosts and ghouls – come to play: CLE and enjoy a Halloween activity for all ages! Come in Halloween costumes or bring a change of clothes! Collect candy at each obstacle, too! {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: Play: CLE, 38525 Chester Rd., Avon, OH 44011
Cost: $13 1-hour admission in celebration of Halloween on Nov. 1st, and each additional hour after that will be $6.66!

The Haunted Treat Trail at Westlake Recreation Center
Come out and enjoy the annual walk through the Haunted trail. Special areas around the outside of the Recreation Center will be decorated for the Halloween season. There will be plenty of treat stops along the way so don’t forget your bag to collect them all. Wear your favorite costume and you might scare the creatures back into the woods. Trail is appropriate for young children. {Find Out More}
When: CANCELED FOR 2020
Where: 28955 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145
Cost: $3 per member, $4 per nonmember if registering by Oct. 31; $5 per person day of event (Registration is encouraged)

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