as Halloween We know that many of our readers want to experience some spooky fun, but not everyone likes scares.for those you like To help you have a fear-free Halloween, we’ve compiled a list of 10 events to keep you entertained during the spooky season.
(This is by no means a complete list all something not so scary And of course Louisville’s Halloween event. If we missed a critical issue, please let us know at: [email protected]. )
Saturday, September 30th to Sunday, October 29th
zoo boos
Louisville Zoo | 1100 Trevilian Way | Nonmembers $13.50, Members $7 | 5pm to 10pm
This after-hours event features music, trick-or-treating, and more for kids of all ages.
September 30th (Sat) – October 29th (Sun)
Kentucky pumpkin
Kentucky Kingdom | 937 Phillips Ln. | $29.99+ | After Sunset
Stroll through Kentucky Kingdom during the day and stay after dark to admire 1,000 glowing pumpkins and carvings. Enjoy fall-themed rides and performances.
From Tuesday, October 3rd to Tuesday, October 31st
jack o lantern spectacular
Iroquois Park | 2120 Randyll Road | Visit website for ticket details | Sunday – Thursday 6:30pm – 10pm, Friday – Saturday 6:30pm – 11pm
This “Organic Art Show” features over 5,000 pumpkin carvings and a spooky and spectacular event for all ages.
Friday, October 20th
halloween drag night
Old 502 Winery | 915 E. Liberty St. | $20-$25 | 8pm – 12am |
Halloween Drag Night is filled with mesmerizing performances from talented queens, see, starlets, and Anya. Don’t miss this great event!
Saturday, October 21st
trick or treating at the ballpark
Slugger Field | 401 E. Main St. | Adults $7.50, Children 3-12 $5, Children 2 and under free | 5-10 p.m. |
Stop by Slugger Field to get some candy and watch Monsters, Inc.!
Thursday, October 26th to Sunday, October 29th
ultimate halloween fest
Linn Family Stadium | 350 Adams Street | Festival admission $20-$125, parade viewing free | Times vary
The four-day celebration includes a parade, haunted house, tethered balloon ride, live music, car show, costume contest, vendor stalls, and more.
Saturday, October 28th
An out-of-this-world Halloween party
Fourth Street Live! | 411 S. 4th Street | Free general admission, VIP $25 | 8pm
The party will feature a costume contest with a $5,000 prize, live music and more.
Saturday, October 28th
Pupkin Spice 5k
Cherokee Park | 745 Cochran Hill Road | $25 | 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Reward yourself and your pets after finishing the Pupkin Spice 5k. In addition to the 5k, there will be a pet parade and numerous costume contest awards, including Best Human/Pet Caricature and Best Pet “Tolerating an Obviously Incredibly Annoying Costume” award.
Sunday, October 29th
Trick or treat at the truck
Churchill Downs | 700 Central Avenue | $9-$12 | 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Churchill Downs is hosting a Halloween-themed Family Adventure Day featuring face painting, a pumpkin patch, game zone, trick-or-treat stations, arts and crafts, and more.
Sunday, October 29th
halloween kids cruise
Belle of Louisville | 401 W. River Road | Adults $37.99. Children 5-14, $19.99. Children 4 and under are free | 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Costumes are encouraged on this spooky Halloween kids cruise around Louisville’s historic belles. This event includes crafts, trick-or-treating, and lots of dancing.