Laura HerholdHalloween Events 2021
Updated: Oct 26, 2021
It's that time of year for Trunk or Treats, Trick or Treating, Halloween Movies, Costumes and More in and around Louisville! Find a huge list of Halloween events in and around Louisville 2021 below:
Ongoing Events
Boo at the Zoo
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Thursdays-Sundays October 1-30 from 5-8:30pm
40 YEARS OF DELIGHTFUL NOT FRIGHTFUL FUN!
Special Ticket Required. A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, Boo at the Zoo, presented by Meijer, transforms your Zoo into a living storybook, complete with some of your favorite characters brought to life, fun music and a safe place for trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under. We’re celebrating with an all inclusive party experience designed to give you all the kooky you love with none of the spooky. Our reduced nightly capacity eliminates the scary traffic delays when arriving for the party. Parking is easy and convenient in the Zoo’s lot and FREE for party guests!
Jack O'Lantern Spectacular
September 30-October 31
Republic Bank Night- October 19
Sensory Night- October 25 (Details Listed below on October 25th)
IROQUOIS PARK
4800 New Cut Road SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 31, 2021
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular began in Oxford, Massachusetts in 1988. The Louisville event, celebrating its 9th year in 2021, is held in Iroquois Park with 5,000 carved pumpkins illuminated at night as an “art show”. The show runs daily from dusk to
11PM, weekdays (Sunday-Thursday), and closes at midnight on Friday & Saturday.
• Nightly illumination
• Entertainment for the whole family
• 5,000+ illuminated pumpkins with more than 100 pumpkins carved into veritable works of art
• Presented, each year, in newly themed scenes, with music
• Proceeds benefit the Parks Alliance of Louisville
NOTE: LINES FOR THE EVENT ON WEEKENDS MAY BE LONG.
PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATIENCE.
Ultimate Halloween Fest at Pope Lick Park
Friday & Saturday Nights from 8pm-1pm
September 24-October 23
Attractions
Jack Lantern's Light Show: 8:00PM - 1:00AM
The Haunting Escape Mansion: 8:00PM - 1:00AM
Monster Midway: 8:00PM - 1:00AM
Black Cat Theater: 8:00PM-1:00AM
Creature Feature Stage / Movie Screen: 8:00PM - 11:30PM
Monster Makers: 9:00PM - 12:30AM
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods: 9:00PM - 1:00AM
Oktoberfest Beer Garden: 8:00PM - 12:00AM
Performances
Thriller Performers: 8:30PM, 10:00PM, 11:30PM, 12:30AM
Cirque Legende Fire Performer & Aerialist: 8:45PM - 9:45PM
Cirque Legende Contortionist & Juggler: 10:15PM - 11:15PM
Campfire Scarytales: 8:15PM, 9:45PM, 11:15PM, 12:30AM
Jared Howell Magic Shows: 9:00PM, 10:30PM, 12:00AM
Live Music / Movie: 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Monster Makeover Show: 9:00PM - 10:00PM
Movies: Listed below
September 29- November 7th
Another hit from the undisputed queen of mystery, Agatha Christie! This superb thriller will keep you guessing until the dramatic end. A treat for any mystery-lover!
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: TUESDAY THRU SUNDAY EVENINGS Doors Open 5:45pm Dinner 5:45-7:10pm Footnotes Pre-Show 7:15pm Main Show Begins 7:45pm
SUNDAY MATINEE Doors Open 11:45am Dinner 11:45-12:55pm Footnotes Pre-Show 1pm Main Show Begins 1:30pm
WEDNESDAY MATINEE Doors Open 11:45am Dinner 11:45-12:45pm Main Show Begins 1p
Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana
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Children aged 3 and younger are free
Saturday hours: 11am to 8pm CDT
Sunday hours: 11am to 6pm CDT
Halloween Fun for the Whole Family!
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Sundays from 11-4at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Lurking in the shadows of West Main Street, the creepy creatures of Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory have arisen for another ghoulish Home Run Halloween. Beginning October 10th, Sundays in October will be fangtastic with half-off kids admission and, of course, candy!
Friday, October 1st, 2021
Fall Festival
Free
October 1 at 6:30
Small Steps Preschool
105 Buechel Terrace
Louisville, Ky 40218
Enjoy Games, photos, food and lots of fall fun for the whole family!
Movie in the Park: Cruella
Free
October 1 at 6pm
Bicknell Park
315 Silver St
New Albany, Indiana
We invite you to join us for our annual Movie in the Park to celebrate Harvest Homecoming festivities before the open ceremonies. 𝘊𝘳𝘶𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢, starring Emma Stone, will be shown on our GIANT movie screen.
Park opens at 6:00 p.m., movie starts at dark, approximately 7:30 p.m.
Don't forget your favorite movie snack, a blanket and chair, and, of course, your family and friends!
A kids' activity page will be provided to the first 50 kids.
Closed Captions will be turned on during the movie!
Ultimate Halloween Fest: Sleepy Hollow (Rated R)
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October 1 from 8pm-1am
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods
Saturday, October 2nd, 2021
Ultimate Halloween Fest: Invisible Man (Rated R)
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October 2 from 8pm-1am
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods
Friday, October 8th, 2021
Ultimate Halloween Fest: Babadook (Not Rated)
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October 8 from 8pm-1am
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods
Hocus Pocus Halloween Weekend
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October 8-10
Jellystone Park Mammoth Cave
Arts and crafts and activities as usual, Pumpkin carving, costume contest and campsite/cabin decorating contest! Halloween campers are known for competitive decorating, outdoor cooking and having a good time. Prizes awarded for first-fifth places in campsite/cabin contests. Don’t forget candy for the trick or treaters (approx. 450-500 kids)!
October 8 at 7:30 pm
Cabela's Sporting Good Store
We will be streaming Hocus Pocus in our parking lot for free! The movie is set to start at 7:30pm, but if it is not dark enough, it could be delayed. Bring your own chairs and blankets to sit on. We recommend chairs since the movie is being streamed in a parking lot, not a field. A boy scout troop will also be present to sell popcorn.
Monday, October 11th, 2021
Free
October 11 from 5-7pm
Hillview Branch Library
Have a spooky-good time…
Join us to for some Halloween fun as you turn an ordinary pumpkin into something spooktacular. Take your creation home and add it to your seasonal décor, or leave it with us to help decorate the library for Halloween!
For all ages. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesday, October 13th, 2021
Let's Get Spooky- Family Black Light!
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October 13 from 7-9pm
Pinot's Palette
Happy Halloween! It’s time to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve with kids and adults. No candy required. Jack o’ Lantern carvings is the most popular symbol of Halloween, it once believed that a lit up gourd captures the souls of the dead. Would you DARE bring this spooky painting home with you?
Enjoy this class in a full black light glow! Relive the 80s-90s and paint with bright neon colors that will glow on your palette and canvas! Get here early to paint your hands and face.
It's a fun day out for the whole family! This painting is recommended for ages 12 years or older. All family members must have a paid seat to attend this event.
**This event is held in our King Louie Private Party Room and has limited seating.**
Thursday, October 14th, 2021
Monster Mash Wiggles & Giggles
Griffin Recreation Center in New Albany
Friday, October 15th, 2021
Movies in the Park: Goosebumps (Rated PG)
Free
October 15 at 6:15pm
St. Matthews Community Centre
Movies in the Park is an all new Community Program for 2021! All movies are FREE and will be shown at St. Matthews Community Park (310 Ten Pin Lane) in Trinity Stadium. Movies are shown on select Fridays of each month (August – October), and all movies begin at sundown. Be sure to bring a blanket or your favorite stadium seat cushion as all seating will be on bleachers at Trinity Stadium. No alcohol or smoking is allowed. Concessions will be sold (cash) on site. Join us in your Halloween costume for a special costume contest! Prizes to be announced.
Free
October 15 from 6:30-9pm
Pure Dance Company
120 W Hebron Lane Ste F
Shepherdsville, Ky 40165
Come get it and celebrate Halloween with Pure Dance Company!!
Cake walk, trunk or treat, games to win prizes, pumpkin painting, face painting, and pie face for $1!
Ultimate Halloween Fest: Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark (Rated PG-13)
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October 15th from 8pm-1am
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods
Spooktacular Halloween Weekend
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October 15-17
Jellystone Park Mammoth Cave
Arts and crafts and activities as usual, Pumpkin carving, costume contest and campsite/cabin decorating contest! Halloween campers are known for competitive decorating, outdoor cooking and having a good time. Prizes awarded for first-fifth places in campsite/cabin contests. Don’t forget candy for the trick or treaters (approx. 450-500 kids)!
Saturday, October 16th, 2021
Trunk or Treat at Sauerbeck Family Drive In: Casper(Rated PG)
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October 16 at 7:30pm
$25 per carload+1.50 Sales Tax
5th Annual Special Needs Trunk or Treat
Free Event: Ticket Information Click Here
October 16 4-6pm
Park Community Credit Union & FEAT
Park Community Credit Union & FEAT of Louisville present the 5th annual Trunk or Treat for special needs. This FREE event will be filled with festive decorations, costumes and plenty of treats. We welcome all special needs individuals and their families to join in on the fun. No matter your age or ability, this event is for you!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact ParkTrunkorTreat@parkcommunity.com
Cruzin' For Cancer & GBC Car Show/Trunk or Treat!
Free
October 16 from 10am-3pm
Gethsemane Baptist Church in Shepherdsville
Come see some cool cars, support cancer research, eat and fellowship! Come dressed in your costume and grab some candy. There will also be trophies awarded for Best of Show, DJ's Choice, Pastor's Choice, Best Decorated and Top 25!
Pumpkin Painting with MakerPlace Workshops
$20 per person /$15 members Click here to Purchase Tickets
October 16th at 1pm
Kentucky Science Center
We provide the pumpkins and you provide the creativity for our always popular Pumpkin Painting workshop. Take home a one-of-a-kind artwork perfect for your front porch.
Open to ages 8+. Please note that one adult is required to attend the workshop for every two children
Free with Registration
October 16 from 4-6pm
Awesome Sports and Camps- Jeffersonville, Indiana
We're excited to take registrations for our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat! Sign up NOW - This FREE event will SELL OUT We will be in the Shirley Hall Park - 1203 Charlestown Pike, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Register here to attend: https://sparkpages.io/?i=VzF
Sunday, October 17th, 2021
Annual DSL Halloween Zoo Party
October 17
Louisville Zoo
When: Sunday October 17, 2021 3:00pm Where: The Louisville Zoo (Oasis Tent), 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, Ky, 40213
- All guests must enter the zoo by 3:45pm - For the safety of all guests please stay at the Oasis tent and lawn area. - Zoo staff will escort DSL families to the starting point of the TRICK OR TREATING TRAIL at 4:45 pm. - Event Held rain or shine! -Individuals with Down syndrome and their immediate family- FREE -Children under the age of 3- FREE -Extended family and friends- $20 -Ticket includes private access to the event, light refreshments, photo booth, and activities.
If you order tickets that are not free, you will be contacted for payment.
Trunk or Treat
Free
October 17 from 4-6pm
Louisville Mortar Board Honors Society at University of Louisville
Cardinal Stadium Parking Lot Bronze Lot
2550 South Floyd St
Come on out for this community trunk or treat with games, snacks and a costume contest at 5pm.
Monday, October 18th, 2021
Free
October 18 at 5pm
Shawnee Public Library
Ages 2-8 Kids are invited to join us in costume, and we'll have games, music, and snacks.
Tuesday, October 19th, 2021
Trunk or Treath with Forest Hills Commons
October 19 4:30-7:30pm
Forest Hills Commons Retirement & Assisted Living Facility
Come visit the residents and team members of Forest Hills Commons as we get into the spooky spirit and deck out our trunks for some family friendly trunk-or-treating! We will have beverages, spooky treats, music and special surprises!
Please RSVP by October 15 by calling our community at (502) 499-5533.
For a $20 donation, you will receive a premier spot for the event. All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
Thursday, October 21st, 2021
Elwood Staffing 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat
Free
October 21 from 6-8pm
1401 Veterans Parkway
Clarksville, IN 47129
Oct 21, 2021
6pm to 8pm
Pumpkin Decorating Preschool Art
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October 21 at 11am
Griffin Recreation Center
Visit the Wiggles & Giggles room and stay to create! Pre-registration is required by Monday, October 4. Classes are limited to 8 kids per class.
Children ages 3 - 5.
$5 per class per child.
Friday, October 22nd, 2021
Fright Night Halloween Weekend
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October 22-24
Jellystone Park Mammoth Cave
Arts and crafts and activities as usual, Pumpkin carving, costume contest and campsite/cabin decorating contest! Halloween campers are known for competitive decorating, outdoor cooking and having a good time. Prizes awarded for first-fifth places in campsite/cabin contests. Don’t forget candy for the trick or treaters (approx. 450-500 kids)!
A Haunting Good Time at Charlestown State Park
October 22-24 10am-4pm
Our annual "Halloween" Weekend with lots of fun activities and programs for all ages
Family Fun Night: Dive In Movie-Beetlejuice (Rate PG)
Free
October 22 from 7-9pm
Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center
Trick or Treat Street or Trail or Treat
Free
October 22 5-6:30pm
Clear Creek Park in Shelbyville
Trunk or Treat at Small Steps Preschool
Free
October 22 at 6:30pm
We know Halloween has looked a lot different for our kids the past year and we want to make it fun and safe! Join us for trunk or treat at Small Steps Preschool for your child to trick or treat!
We will be serving Chilli and refreshments, and photo opportunity from 6:30pm-7:15pm and Trunk or treating from 7:15-8:15pm!
Ultimate Halloween Fest: The Wolfman (Rated R)
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October 22 from 8pm-1am
Legend at Pope Lick Haunted Woods
$5 donation + concessions available for purchase
October 22 from 6-9pm
Dreams with Wings
Jack O'Lantern stroll returns Friday, October 22!
Enjoy hundreds of beautifully carved pumpkins lining the front of St. Francis of Assisi.
There will be concessions to purchase and trick or treat stations for the kiddos.
Mike Bush and The All Stars will rock out during the evening! They are such a great band and will make the evening fun for all!
We ask for a $5 donation per child to participate in trick or treating. (You can always donate more!)
Trick or Treat at the BallPark
Kids (12& younger) Free
Adults General Admission $5
October 22 from 6:30-10pm
Movie Hocus Pocus starts at 8pm
Join us for our first-ever Trick-or-Treat at the Ballpark presented by Republic Bank on Friday, October 22. Come out in costume and enjoy a different Halloween experience in a safe, family-friendly environment. Kids may trick-or-treat on the concourse from 6:30-8:00 PM as participating sponsors will be set up with treats for the children. All attendees are welcome to stay for a special movie showing of Hocus Pocus on our huge high-definition video boards beginning at 8:00 PM.