Halloween Events in Louisville

Louisville loves Halloween. There are so many events for kids of all ages and many are free. We even have a Halloween parade!

This Halloween events in Louisville post is constantly being updated for 2025. Check back often!

Trunk or treat events are also popular and abundant. We have a post dedicated just for those, click here for that info!

For spooky and fun decorated yards to go see, scroll down to the section for Halloween Weekend

Remember that individual locales will make decisions about 2025. Cities, neighborhoods, businesses may make adjustments to trick-or-treating!

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Throughout the Season: Halloween events in Louisville

The Hallouween Parade & Fest takes place in Louisville’s cultural and arts district of NuLu. This event shines light on the creations and performances of the fall season and the amazingly creative people that make it possible. Free, October 25th starting at 11am.

The American HorrorPlex: Walk through the rusted and ramshackle gates to enter the Louisville area’s award winning haunted attraction. 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. Open every Friday and Saturday night, from 8pm until 1am. Sep 12, 2025 – Nov 1st, 2025.. Best for older teens

Halloween on Hillcrest is a legendary street for decorations in the Ville. If you are looking for a street to visit this Halloween, take a walk down Hillcrest to check out some of the most elaborate decorations you will find in any neighborhood in town. Most participating homeowners start decorating in early October and are fully decorated by the middle of the month. It is typically more crowded on the weekend than during the week. There are no set times, but it is best to come before 10pm to ensure the lights are still on in the yards. Parking is available on Hillcrest or any of the side streets.

Scareview Haunt – Join them for the Grand Opening of Scareview Haunt’s brand new haunted house on Friday, September 19th! Admission: $15 per person. Haunt will be open Fridays and Saturday, 6pm-12am with the not so scary hour starting at 5pm.

Baxter Avenue Morgue – September 26th – October 31st, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Haunted Hotel – Fridays and Saturdays in September, Friday-Sundays in October and some Thursdays.

Danger Run – September 27th-October 30th.

The Spirits of LaGrange Ghost Tour every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from September 25th-October 31st. Discover the strange things that happen in La Grange, a historic city founded in 1827 that has a train that runs down Main Street. Watch for ghost sightings along this candlelit outdoor walk that takes you inside some of our oldest buildings and down the famous Alley Loop.

Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom – By day, fly through the crisp October air on world-class rides, savor tasty autumn treats and discover new fall fun around every corner. After dark, watch the park transform into a whimsical wonderland of larger-than-life glow with towering pumpkin sculptures, illuminating experiences and glowing orange gourds lighting the way for endless fall family fun, like trick-or-treating and carnival games. September 26th-October 26th, Fridays-Sundays.

Waverly Hills Tours – Various days, check their website for more details.

The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is back to a walking tour in 2024 and opens at dusk. October 2- November 2 at 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 each year to experience a variety of themed vignettes, set to music. October 20th is Sensory Night (5:00pm). Join them for a special sensory-friendly an hour before the event opens to the public: designed for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to enjoy while it is still light outside. Teacher Tuesday is October 14th, Student Sunday is October 12th, and Military Monday is October 27th.

More Halloween events in Louisville

Louisville Boo at the Zoo: September 27th-October 30th, Thursday through Sunday nights. Boo at the Zoo is rain or shine, no refunds or exchanges. To help manage attendance, all tickets must be purchased in advance on their website. Your party price includes ALL Boo at the Zoo rides, attractions and parking! Enjoy a spin on the Spooktacular Carousel. Get up close to REAL creepy crawlies at the walk-through, free-crawling “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House. Hear the tale of the legendary Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow.

Tickets: Tickets are $13.75 for non-members (both adults and children) and $7.25 for members (both adults and children). Children 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket. Tickets include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so itsy bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction. Meijer Anytime Tickets are $11.75 and are available starting September 21st. On October 29th they will offer Sensory Friendly Hours.  October 22nd is allergy friendly night.

Halloween guests can begin entering the Zoo at their selected times, starting at 5 p.m. The trick-or-treat route closes at 10 p.m.

Halloween in Brown Park – Halloween events in Louisville – will be held on October 18th from 11:00am – 3:00pm! 

Boo Bash – October 25th, 8am-1pm, East End Farmer’s Market. Trick or Treating at the Market, Kids Activities & Games, Not-So-Spooky Halloween Display, Local Foods, Artisan Crafts, Live Music, & More

Beechmont Pet Costume Parade – October 25th, 3-5pm. The Pet Costume Parade will kick off at 3 p.m. at the Beechmont Gazebo on Woodlawn Ave at Southern Pkwy and will return there for all to enjoy live music, prize giveaways, pet activities, and much more.

Fright Fair at NoCo – October 25th, 1:00-7:00pm, This FREE and Family Friendly Event will have over one 30 artisan booths, live music, kids zone, and grub. 

Middletown’s Annual Trick or Treat, October 25th, 10am-12pm. Free trick or treating for children 12 and under, bounce houses, music, a booth decorating contest, and more.

Hallowhinny – October 25, Celebrate Halloween with horses! Watch the annual Hallowhinny show, wear your costume, and trick-or-treat the park from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. All of this is included in your admission to the park!

Halloween MAINia in La Grange from 11am-3pm on October 25th. We will have booths with activities and the Candy Swap Shop for children who need to can swap out their candy for other treats.

Halloween Kids Cruise – Belle of Louisville, October 26th. This spooky (not scary!) family cruise departs at 1 P.M. and returns at 3 P.M. Halloween costumes and period apparel are encouraged for this Halloween cruise, but not required.    

Famiy Halloween Party at Mike Linnig’s Retaurant on October 25th, 11am-4pm.

And, here’s another great house to find. It’s in Lyndon on Fairmeadows Lane. This one is even fun to see during the day. Swing by in your car and check it out. 

Fairmeadows Lane Halloween House

Looking for fun with your older kids? Take a look at our Fright Guide.

Looking for some tips on safety for Halloween? Here is a great guide to help you out.