Jack O' Lantern Spectacular

Available dates: October 01 - November 02, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Trail Opens At Dusk

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. This family-friendly event has become an annual tradition for thousands who come back Year after year to experience a variety of carved pumpkins and themed vignettes set to music. Ask anyone who has attended...the event simply can't be described....it must be experienced.

Louisville Ghost Walks

Available dates in December: Friday evenings | Click the button below for more information

Join Mr. Ghost Walker and enjoy three stops at some of Louisville's restaurants. Guests will find pleasure tasting micro-crafted beer, signature cocktails, and bourbon as well as listening to ghostly stories of downtown Louisville.

Pumpkin U-pick @ Evans Orchard & Cider Mill

Available dates in December: Tuesdays - Sundays | Click the button below for more information

Get outside and find the perfect pumpkins just in time for the spooky-season!

Louisville Ghost Walks

Available dates in November: Friday evenings | Click the button below for more information

Join Mr. Ghost Walker and enjoy three stops at some of Louisville's restaurants. Guests will find pleasure tasting micro-crafted beer, signature cocktails, and bourbon as well as listening to ghostly stories of downtown Louisville.

Krampus Comes to the Nightmare Gallery

December 14, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Free Photos with Krampus

Krampus Comes to the Nightmare Gallery

December 07, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Free Photos with Krampus

Waverly Hills Sanatorium

November 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Waverly Hills Sanatorium is a former tuberculosis sanatorium. Today Waverly is visited by thousands of people each year in search of history, architecture and the paranormal. We offer Historical Tours, Paranormal Tours as well as both Public and Private Investigations.

Cumberland Con Presents: A Very Creepy Christmas

December 06, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join us for this second annual Masquerade-style party! It’s a night filled with music, food, spirits & magic; this year at the beautiful and historic Shine House. There will be musical performances throughout the night, great food and drinks, themed activities, and maybe even a special appearance by the one and only Krampus! Masquerade masks are optional but encouraged, dress code is Dressed to Impress. We hope you can ring in the holiday season in spooky fashion with us!

American Horrorplex Haunted House

Available dates: Open every Friday and Saturday night, from 8pm until 1am. Sep 13th – Nov 2nd, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Walk through the rusted and ramshackle gates to enter the Louisville area’s award winning haunted attraction: The American Horrorplex! Screams fill the air as you wait your turn to explore the haunted halls, wander through a maze of maniacs, and try to escape with your mind and soul intact. Terror waits around every corner at The American Horrorplex where the cure is the disease.

Phantoms Of Prohibition: Cocktails, Ghosts & Bites Walking Tour

Available dates: Evenings, Tuesdays-Fridays | Click the button below for more information

Uncover the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past. Meet resident ghosts throughout downtown as you eat and sip your way down Whiskey Row. Trace the footsteps of the bourbon barons and mobsters, find hidden speakeasies, see where Al Capone’s played poke and his secret escape door, and the truth about Prohibition.

Phantoms Of Prohibition: Cocktails, Ghosts & Bites Walking Tour

Available dates in November: Evenings, Tuesdays-Fridays | Click the button below for more information

Uncover the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past. Meet resident ghosts throughout downtown as you eat and sip your way down Whiskey Row. Trace the footsteps of the bourbon barons and mobsters, find hidden speakeasies, see where Al Capone’s played poke and his secret escape door, and the truth about Prohibition.

Old Louisville Ghost Tour

December 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.

Waverly Hills Sanatorium

December 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Waverly Hills Sanatorium is a former tuberculosis sanatorium. Today Waverly is visited by thousands of people each year in search of history, architecture and the paranormal. We offer Historical Tours, Paranormal Tours as well as both Public and Private Investigations.

Old Louisville Ghost Tour

December 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.

Paranormal Investigations of Big Bone Lick State Historic Site

Saturday, November 02, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join park staff and the ESP Encounters of Supernatural Phenomena investigators for a night of paranormal investigation! We will be using a variety of investigative tools to explore various areas throughout the park. Preregistration is required. Call 859-384-3522 ext 4 to register.

Phantoms Of Prohibition: Cocktails, Ghosts & Bites Walking Tour

Available dates in October: Evenings, Tuesdays-Fridays | Click the button below for more information

Uncover the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past. Meet resident ghosts throughout downtown as you eat and sip your way down Whiskey Row. Trace the footsteps of the bourbon barons and mobsters, find hidden speakeasies, see where Al Capone’s played poke and his secret escape door, and the truth about Prohibition.

Boos & Brews

Friday, October 11, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is known as "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," and with over 40 confirmed deaths that have occurred at 1402 St. James Court, we may be in the running for the most Haunted House in Old Louisville. This tour gives you the chance to learn and maybe experience CCHM's ghostly history over a pint of craft beer. This is not a ghost hunting tour, but a chance to explore CCHM's haunted past, so Ghost Hunting Equipment will not be permitted on this tour.

Downtown Harlan's Vintage Fall Festival

Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This festival combines all of the traditional fall festival acitvities that you remember from the hey day of school festivals with the lore and myths of paranormal and everything creepy crawly! Come for the music, vendors, food, and more! On the cryptid and paranormal side, this festival hosts a Raven's Egg Hunt, a costume contest for all ages, and ghost tours that travel all through downtown Harlan.

Goatman Festival - Day 2

Available dates: October 11 & 12 | Click the button below for more information

The Midwest's premier cryptid and monster event taking place at the home of the legendary Pope Lick Monster. Enjoy expert cryptozoology celebrity meet and greets, seminars, special tours, vendors, movies, music, and so much more. There is even a haunted attraction featuring the legendary Pope Lick Monster! This is a cryptid event unlike any other you will find and it is only in Kentucky.

Downtown Spooktacular

Thursday, October 31, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Downtown businesses welcome trick-or-treaters on Oct 31st from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stop in participating shops as they hand out CANDY for the kids dressed in costume! Parents can shop and kids can satisfy their sweet tooths... it's a win-win!

Danger Run

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Longest running scavenger hunt style escape game adventures in the country located in Louisville, Kentucky. 60-120 minute adventure games played with your friends and family. Choose from games in your car, indoors or outdoors. We have a variety of experiences to have the MOST FUN YOU’VE EVER HAD!

Field of Screams

Available dates: September 6th - October 26th on Fridays & Saturdays from dusk until 1am | Click the button below for more information

We are the Field of Screams, the most horrendous haunted house event in Kentuckiana. This Halloween adventure includes 5 hair-raising haunted houses along with live music entertainment. The Field of Screams, offers a creepy walk through a six-acre haunted cornfield maze, a horrendous two-story barn, the always absurd forest, the Hayride to Hell, and the newly added Scream Tag. On this challenging journey, you will encounter numerous creeps, freaks and ghouls

Black Cat Chase 5K

Friday, October 25, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Grab your favorite costume and run or walk this 5k in downtown Frankfort. 7pm. join over 1,000 runners, walkers, dogs, and families for this annual tradiiton in downtown Frankforrt. Frankfort YMCA.

Boos & Brews

Saturday, October 12, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is known as "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," and with over 40 confirmed deaths that have occurred at 1402 St. James Court, we may be in the running for the most Haunted House in Old Louisville. This tour gives you the chance to learn and maybe experience CCHM's ghostly history over a pint of craft beer. This is not a ghost hunting tour, but a chance to explore CCHM's haunted past, so Ghost Hunting Equipment will not be permitted on this tour.

Gray Lady Ghost Hunt

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Adults 18+ Only $100 per person

Pumpkin U-pick @ Evans Orchard & Cider Mill

Available dates in November: Tuesdays - Sundays | Click the button below for more information

Get outside and find the perfect pumpkins just in time for the spooky-season!

Boos & Brews

Sunday, October 13, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is known as "America's Most Haunted Neighborhood," and with over 40 confirmed deaths that have occurred at 1402 St. James Court, we may be in the running for the most Haunted House in Old Louisville. This tour gives you the chance to learn and maybe experience CCHM's ghostly history over a pint of craft beer. This is not a ghost hunting tour, but a chance to explore CCHM's haunted past, so Ghost Hunting Equipment will not be permitted on this tour.

Brew and a Boo

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Mark your calendars for tasting with a tour of the supernatural. Back for its second year, this event pairs flights of craft beer with an evening of clairvoyancy. This ticketed event includes drinks, charcuterie to die for, and group/individual readings.

Day of the Dead/Dia de Los Muertos @ LASC

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Living Arts and Science Center offers a vibrant celebration of Day of the Dead, Día de Los Muertos! This free event welcomes everyone to immerse themselves in the rich traditions of this cultural holiday. Indulge in delicious offerings from food trucks, while local performers enchant with traditional music and dance. Explore the exquisite Day of the Dead Art Exhibit and marvel at the intricate Ofrendas on display, including a number of community-created altars. Throughout the night, engage in various art projects and honor loved ones in this colorful and festive tribute to life and legacy.

Cumberland Con 2024

Saturday, October 05, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

The second annual Cumberland Con, Lake Cumberland’s first and only paranormal & comic convention! We are bringing an event weekend full of guest speakers, vendors, comic artists, paranormal and horror guests, special events, food trucks, photo ops, and more! Check Cumberland Con’s social media for more details. Also includes a kickoff party on Friday, with special guests and themed games and drinks, and after party on Saturday, with themed drinks and live music

Goatman Festival - Day 1

Available dates: October 11 & 12 | Click the button below for more information

The Midwest's premier cryptid and monster event taking place at the home of the legendary Pope Lick Monster. Enjoy expert cryptozoology celebrity meet and greets, seminars, special tours, vendors, movies, music, and so much more. There is even a haunted attraction featuring the legendary Pope Lick Monster! This is a cryptid event unlike any other you will find and it is only in Kentucky.

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Haunting: A Lamplit Tour

Friday, October 25, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

As the sun begins to fade, and the shadows grow longer, the staff of the Conrad-Caldwell House invite you to tour the home, guided only by the soft glow of lamps that illuminate the 10,000 sq. ft. home. The veil has lifted and the home draped in traditional Victorian mourning. Learn of mourning traditions practiced during Louisville's Gilded Age, the many deaths that occurred throughout the homes history, as well as the lingering spirits who refuse to leave Louisville's Castle.

Haunting: A Lamplit Tour

Sunday, October 27, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

As the sun begins to fade, and the shadows grow longer, the staff of the Conrad-Caldwell House invite you to tour the home, guided only by the soft glow of lamps that illuminate the 10,000 sq. ft. home. The veil has lifted and the home draped in traditional Victorian mourning. Learn of mourning traditions practiced during Louisville's Gilded Age, the many deaths that occurred throughout the homes history, as well as the lingering spirits who refuse to leave Louisville's Castle.

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Haunted Seed Mill

Thursday, October 31, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

After the tour will be FREE hot dogs/chips/water

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Haunting on the Hill

Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This free, award-winning one-night event brings all of our favorite Halloween haunts to the community. The event is free, open to the public and includes: Pumpkin Painting, spooky stories in a historic log house, a spooky walking trail, a 1/2 mile long trick-or-treat trail, food trucks, a beer garden, a corn pit, and a movie on an inflatable screen. Reservations required and available on October 1: CapitalCityMuseum.org.

Jack O' Lantern Spectacular

Available dates: October 01 - November 2, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Trail Opens At Dusk

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. This family-friendly event has become an annual tradition for thousands who come back Year after year to experience a variety of carved pumpkins and themed vignettes set to music. Ask anyone who has attended...the event simply can't be described....it must be experienced.

Jack O' Lantern Stroll, Dreams with Wings

Friday, October 18, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

For one night only, stroll among over 1,000 carve pumpkins that illuminate the night, trick-or-treat, play fun games, meet University of Louisville athletes and mascots, and live music through the evening.

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Tuesday, October 01, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Gray Lady Tours

Available dates: Wednesdays & Fridays in October contact Libertyhall.org for more information or click the button below

Liberty Hall-oween is back!

Are you brave enough to tour the home of the famous Gray Lady?

Liberty Hall has been home to "Our Beloved Ghost" for over 200 years, and we're offering this specialty tour for two nights only. Guests will learn about how her legend came to be and the true story of the woman who became Frankfort's most famous ghost.

Registration and advance payment is required - limited spots available! All Ages

Haunting: A Lamplit Tour

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

As the sun begins to fade, and the shadows grow longer, the staff of the Conrad-Caldwell House invite you to tour the home, guided only by the soft glow of lamps that illuminate the 10,000 sq. ft. home. The veil has lifted and the home draped in traditional Victorian mourning. Learn of mourning traditions practiced during Louisville's Gilded Age, the many deaths that occurred throughout the homes history, as well as the lingering spirits who refuse to leave Louisville's Castle.

Jack-o-lantern Trail @ McConell Springs

Available dates: October 24 - October 27, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Experience the enchantment of the Jack-o-lantern Trail at McConnell Springs! This magical event invites visitors of all ages to wander through a captivating display of carved pumpkins, illuminating the natural beauty of McConnell Springs. Follow the trail as it winds through the darkness, with each step revealing intricate jack-o-lantern creations. Whether you're seeking spooky thrills or simply looking to enjoy a night under the stars, the Jack-o-lantern Trail promises an unforgettable festive experience for the whole family.

Headless Horseman Hayride And Spooky Stories Walking Tour

Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Experience Homestead Hauntings in the spookiest of seasons! Stroll around to the different historic buildings to hear legends and tall tale stories followed by the headless horseman hayride. Refreshments served in the 1792 barn.

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Thursday, October 31, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Spooky Tales

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Do you dare to hear the true ghostly tales of Harlan County? If you think you are brave enough, then all patrons 18 and older are invited to the Evarts Library to hear true tales of ghosts, creatures unknown, demons, and more! This one day event is sure to ensnare the senses and warp minds as the tales told linger like a chill in the night air. This event begins promptly at 7PM.

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort (Season 4)

Tuesday, October 08, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Release dates for the fourth season of the award-winning podcast Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort. New Episodes release every Tuesday in October, with a special episode slated for Halloween Night.

Jailhouse Pizza

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This 1901 Jailhouse has been classified as one of the 5 most haunted locations in Kentucky. Jailhouse Pizza has been featured in numberous paranormal investigations, including on Syfy's Ghost Hunters. Along with the chills, you can also get the best brick-oven pizza around. Located on Brandenburg's Ohio River bluff, Jailhouse Pizza also offers a wrap-around porch for enjoying the Kentucky weather. If you would like something a little less scary, try the "prisoner's pardon" challenge.

Kentucky Cryptid Trail Running Series – Bigfoot

Sunday, October 06, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

The Bigfoot Race is the fourth in a series of trail runs through Louisville’s beautiful parks. This is an eight mile run through the trails of Jefferson Memorial Forest. We’ll start at Horine Reservation and make our way winding through Red/Orange Trails with a couple miles toward the Welcome Center and back.

Meade County Animal Adoption Fair @ the Battletown Witch Festival

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Bring home more than just goosebumps from this year's Battletown Witch Festival. This year the Battletown Witch Festival is partnering with the Meade County Animal Shelter to pay all the adoption fees so that you can find yourself a new familiar for free.

Russ Hatter's Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour

Available dates: Thursday evenings | Click the button below for more information

Join Eleanor Hasken-Wagner, host of Kentucky Deceased, on a walking tour through Downtown Frankfort's most terrifying and frightening murderous events. Learn about the riot hours-long shootout in downtown Frankfort, the assassination of Governor Goebel, mob rule events, and one of the most love-struck tragedies in our state's history. Tour is not recommended for people under the age of 18. Content warnings: Sexual Assault, Racial Violence, and lynchings. Reservations required.

Pulaski County Zombie Walk

Saturday, October 12, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This is a weekend of live music, vendors, family fun, and zombies in Pulaski County! Activities include a creepy cake contest, costume contests, multiple bands, food trucks, storytelling events, zombie blood drive, trick or treating, a group Thriller dance, and more! Brought to you by the Somerset Junior Woman’s Club

Liberty Hall-oween

Available dates: October 2024, Monday - Saturday; 11:30am and 1:30pm | Click the button below for more information

Exhibition Available through guided Tours. Contact Liberty Hall at Libertyhall.org for more information

Nightmare Under the Stars

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Free Outdoor Movie Screening w/ Campfires, Scary Stories from Zach Bales

Old Louisville Ghost Tour

Wednesday, October 02, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.

Legend at Pope Lick Escape Goatman Halloween Attraction

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

An escape game blended with a haunted trail, the Legend at Pope Lick is the only immersive horror escape in Louisville, Kentucky. You and your team are on a mission to find the truth about the Pope Lick Monster. Armed with only a flashlight, your team will venture into the dark woods in search of the beast. Time is ticking... can you solve the mystery before you are hunted down by the Goatman?

Pumpkin U-pick @ Evans Orchard & Cider Mill

Available dates: Tuesdays - Sundays | Click the button below for more information

Get outside and find the perfect pumpkins just in time for the spooky-season!

Trick or Treat on Main in Cumberland, KY

Friday, October 25, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Downtown businesses come together in the Tri-Cities to celebrate Halloween and allow kids to trick or treat in their storefronts before they go out into communities to Trick or Treat. The event takes place at the Cumberland Square on Main with live music, candy, and much more!

Thriller parade

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Be a zombie and dance to Thriller in downtown Frankfort. for the 2nd annual Thriller parade. 7pm. Free

Ultimate Halloween Parade Festival

Available dates: October 27 - October 29, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Also known as the Louisville Halloween Parade & Festival, Ultimate Halloween Parade & Festival is Louisville, Kentucky's largest and longest running Halloween season celebration. The event's crown jewel is the Louisville Halloween Parade, celebrating 20 years of Halloween seasons.

Trigg Terror

Friday, September 20, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

All NEW exhibits this year are being constructed.

Witches Night Out

Friday, October 11, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join us for a bewitchingly delightful evening of magic, mystery, and spirits at Witches Night Out – a cocktail stroll through the heart of Downtown Frankfort. Embrace the enchantment on the spookiest night of the year, Friday, October 11, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This is the ultimate "ladies night out" experience, perfect for those who seek a dash of spooky fun and friendship.

Louisville Ghost Walks

Available dates: Friday evenings | Click the button below for more information

Join Mr. Ghost Walker and enjoy three stops at some of Louisville's restaurants. Guests will find pleasure tasting micro-crafted beer, signature cocktails, and bourbon as well as listening to ghostly stories of downtown Louisville.

Trick or Treat on Main

Thursday, October 31, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Harlan's biggest Halloween bash. Downtown businesses come together to celebrate Halloween and allow kids to trick or treat in their storefronts before they go out into communities to Trick or Treat. Each participating business is marked with a festiva balloon and music fills the air with creepy music sure to ensnare!

The Battletown Witch Festival

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Dive into a spine-chilling journey through history with a dash of mystery! Ever heard of the Battletown Witch? Uncover the eerie tale that still haunts over 180 years later, and mark your calendars for October's unmissable festival in her honor! Don't miss out on a blend of true crime and supernatural intrigue. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Boo at the Zoo

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, Halloween-time 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. This party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary.

Fright Nights

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Fright Nights delivers a hair-raising experience for thrill-seekers every October. With haunted attractions and spooky surprises, it is the perfect event for Halloween enthusiasts. From terrifying mazes to horrifying creatures lurking in the darkness, it's a night of chilling fun. The event offers live entertainment and food vendors, creating a terrifyingly unforgettable experience in Lexington. Whether you're a brave soul seeking thrills or simply looking to embrace the spooky season, Fright Nights promises an unforgettable evening of screams and excitement.

Pumpkin Mania

Sunday, October 27, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This annual event offers a festive fall celebration for all ages. An array of creatively carved Jack-o-Lanterns illuminate the front steps of Transylvania's Old Morrison administration building. Families and friends gather to admire the glowing pumpkins, enjoy seasonal treats, and participate in fun activities. Pumpkin Mania is a charming celebration that brings the community closer amidst the historic setting of Transylvania University.

Halloween on Hillcrest

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Stroll along Hillcrest Avenue, in Louisville’s quaint Crescent Hill neighborhood, to see the best display of Halloween decorations in town – you’ll have a chance to chat with the locals as they sit on their front porches to enjoy the parade of onlookers. On October 31 from 5 to 9 pm, the houses along the street will be handing goodies to trick-or-treaters.

Historic Ghost Walk in Lynch

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

The City of Lynch is full or history and mystery! Hear tales from author and expert storyteller, Darla Jackson as you walk the history streets of Lynch.

Haunted Harlan County

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Local Harlan Countian's lead guests throughout downtown Harlan and conveys stories of true crime and the ghostly tales that accompany them. This tour also includes a ghost hunting tour in downtown Harlan as well.

Baxter Avenue Morgue

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

The historic Baxter Avenue Morgue is a haunted attraction located in the Highlands of Louisville, KY. Tours take place in the basement of a 100 year old morgue! You will be subjected to tight corridors, dark passage ways, and scenes of gruesome horror!

Benham Haunted House

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Visit the historic city of Benham for their annual Haunted House! For dates visit: www.harlancountytourism.com

Novice Ghost Hunts

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Set up and recording of paranormal activity in the hall as a group with professional equipment

Annual Victorian Ghost Walk

Available dates: October 18, October 19, October 20 2024 | Click the button below for more information

David Dominé’s Victorian Ghost Walk® celebrates America’s Most Haunted Neighborhood with a cast of real-life characters who return from the grave to tell their stories. The Victorian Ghost Walk is an annual production of outdoor theater that celebrates the ghostly past of “America’s Most Haunted Neighborhood” amidst a stunning backdrop of gas-lit walkways and beautiful mansions. Written by David Dominé, this progressive porch play brings together a wide variety of talent and visitors every year in October as the Old Louisville historic district becomes a stage where haunted history comes to life. 6:00-11:00 pm EST | $35.00

USS Nightmare

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

All aboard the USS Nightmare…if you dare. This two-story haunted boat tour takes you through the resurrection of the infamous William S. Mitchell. The boat is in the exact condition it was in after the Mitchell Massacre. The USS nightmare is one of the area’s longest haunted tours

Paranormal Tours at the Firefly Hills 1900’s Farmhouse

Thursday, October 10, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Paranormal Tours at the Firefly Hills Historic 1900’s Farmhouse October 10th, 17th and 24th (2024) at 7:00 PM 2470 Pine Grove Rd., Beattyville, KY

Underworld Fright

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Dare to enter the Underworld? A portal to the nether of nightmares.. An otherworldly maze of spine chilling, unearthly and terrifying creatures at every turn

Museum After Dark

Tuesday, October 01, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

A free celebration of all the spooky history we know and love in Frankfort. Join us as we celebrate the fourth season of Kentucky Deceased, the launch of the new companion text written by the folks at Derby City Midnight, and share in the joy of our Halloween-Gift Shop takeover.

Thriller Parade

Sunday, October 20, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This annual tradition has become a local must-do event as Halloween enthusiasts of all ages descend on downtown Lexington to celebrate the season. Lexington’s largest free Halloween party will kick off with Halloween-inspired art and performances and culminate with the Halloween Parade and Thriller reenactment. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite serving up good eats and treats.

Covington Witches Market

Saturday, October 5, 2024

The Witches Market is a metaphysical farmer’s market helping to connect magickal people to their magickal needs. Find crystals, jewelry, tarot readings and much more.

Rocky Horror @ KY Theatre

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Get ready for a night of cult classic fun at the KY Theatre with Rocky Horror! Join fellow fans to watch an interactive screening of the iconic film. Dress up as your favorite character and participate in the Time Warp dance along with the movie. With its energetic atmosphere and dedicated fanbase, the KY Theatre transforms into a lively celebration of the Rocky Horror tradition. Whether you're a seasoned Rocky Horror enthusiast or a newcomer looking for an unforgettable experience, this event promises a night of laughter, thrills, and timeless entertainment.

Weird Meade County

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Check out this blog that tells the truly weird and sometimes horrible history of Meade County. Companion podcast coming soon.

Waverly Hills Sanatorium

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Waverly Hills Sanatorium is a former tuberculosis sanatorium. Today Waverly is visited by thousands of people each year in search of history, architecture and the paranormal. We offer Historical Tours, Paranormal Tours as well as both Public and Private Investigations.

The Devil's Attic

Available dates: September 13th - October 27th, 2024, Fridays & Saturdays | Click the button below for more information

The Devil’s Attic is a collection of true elements that make up many classic horror films. We have taken these elements and integrated them into a very interactive and detailed environment. Within the realms of The Devil’s Attic you will encounter many of your childhood demons as well as a slight horrific twist on some of the classic monsters of Hallows Eve.

Fall Sidewalk Sale

Saturday, September 21, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join us for our annual Fall Sidewalk sale as all your favorite Downtown Georgetown Businesses put on special deals and discounts to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Just don't be surprised if you have a ghostly encounter at one of our haunted local businesses.

Festival Of The Horse - Best of The Bluegrass

Available dates: September 06 - September 08, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Celebrate the best of the Bluegrass amongst the haunted streets of Historic Downtown Georgetown, Kentucky! Georgetown's biggest event of the year, it marks the perfect time to visit the haunted shops & spooky spots scattered throughout the town. Three days of live music, parades, craft vendors and more will also fill Main Street with plenty of activities for the whole family.

Field of Screams

Available dates: September 06 - October 26, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

We are the Field of Screams, the most horrendous haunted house event in Kentuckiana. This Halloween adventure includes 5 hair-raising haunted houses along with live music entertainment. The Field of Screams, offers a creepy walk through a six-acre haunted cornfield maze, a horrendous two-story barn, the always absurd forest, the Hayride to Hell, and the newly added Scream Tag. On this challenging journey, you will encounter numerous creeps, freaks and ghouls

Phantoms Of Prohibition: Cocktails, Ghosts & Bites Walking Tour

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Uncover the hidden stories of Louisville’s haunted past. Meet resident ghosts throughout downtown as you eat and sip your way down Whiskey Row. Trace the footsteps of the bourbon barons and mobsters, find hidden speakeasies, see where Al Capone’s played poke and his secret escape door, and the truth about Prohibition.

Beasts of the Bluegrass - Lantern Lit Tour

October and September 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Trapse through the haunted Fort Hill with your guide to learn about the monsterous encounters in Frankfort and Franklin County. Features: Fort Hill Manger, Bigfoot, and other creepy sightings. Tour is not recommended for people under the age of 12, includes walking on mulch and paved paths and uphill. Bug spray recommended. Reservations required.

Norton Sports 4-Miler at Jack O' Lantern Spectacular

Monday, September 30, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Thanks to a partnership between the Parks Alliance of Louisville and the LSC, the 4-Miler course will take race participants through the Jack O’Lantern Spectacular trail to the finish line. Runners and walkers will have an opportunity to see more than 5,000 artistically carved illuminated pumpkins before the event opens to the public. Race participants will also receive an admission discount to the Jack O’Lantern Spectacular good for a future visit.

Whispers on Whiskey Row Walking Tour

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Step into the shadows of the past on a haunting history tour through the heart of downtown Louisville. As the sun sets and the city’s vibrant façade fades, uncover the sinister secrets and chilling tales that lurk behind the historic architecture and storied streets. Wander through dimly lit alleyways behind bustling Whiskey Row and along the shores of the murky Ohio River, where the echoes of bygone eras resound with tragic tales of the forlorn, the oppressed, the betrayed, and the ruthless.

Wine and True Crime

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Visit Kentucky's newest winery for some wine with a side of true crime. J&H Farm and Winery host Wine and True Crime. Each weekend a new speaker will get into the high strangeness of Meade County and beyond.

Weird Meade County Guided Ghost Walks

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Come experience the weirder side of history on this one-of-a-kind historic tour. The writer of "Weird Meade County" walks your group down historic Main Street in Brandenburg, KY and tells the tales that can only be told in the dark. Topics include pioneer serial killers of Kentucky, the Mantell UFO incident, cave giants, and all the ghost that haunt the hollers.

Whispers On Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Haunted History of Derby City

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Step into the shadows of the past on a haunting history tour through the heart of downtown Louisville. As the sun sets and the city’s vibrant façade fades, you’ll uncover the sinister secrets and chilling tales that lurk behind the historic architecture & storied streets. One part ghosts, one part grisly history that is, sadly, entirely true, this guided 1.5-hour walking tour through downtown Louisville unveils the deepest, darkest corners of Louisville’s gruesome past. Wander through dimly lit alleyways behind bustling Whiskey Row and along the shores of the murky Ohio River, where the echoes of bygone eras resound with tragic tales of the forlorn, the oppressed, the betrayed, and the ruthless.

Butcher Holler Spook House

September 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join one of Harlan County's longest running spook houses at Butcher Holler Spook House! Starting in September, this spook house runs from 7pm until midnight inviting those brave enough to dare to enter to face off against fears, foes, crytids, ghosts, goblins, and so much more!

Wicked World Scaregrounds

October 2024 | Click the button below for more information

This immersive haunted attraction offers a scary fun experience for thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts alike. Prepare to navigate through a series of terrifying scenes, each designed to send shivers down your spine. From sinister creatures lurking in the shadows to bone-chilling special effects, WickedWorld Scaregrounds delivers an adrenaline-pumping journey within each attraction. Whether you're brave enough to face the horrors alone or prefer to cling to your friends for safety, this haunted attraction promises an unforgettable night of screams and scares. Are you ready to enter the darkness and confront your deepest fears?

Louisville Ghost Walks

Friday, September 27, 2024 | Click the button below for more information

Join Mr. Ghost Walker and enjoy three stops at some of Louisville's restaurants. Guests will find pleasure tasting micro-crafted beer, signature cocktails, and bourbon as well as listening to ghostly stories of downtown Louisville.

Pumpkin U-pick @ Evans Orchard & Cider Mill

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Get outside and find the perfect pumpkins just in time for the spooky-season!