Western Kentucky Fall & Halloween Guide 2026

Fall has officially arrived in Western Kentucky, and there is a LOT going on. From pumpkin patches and fall festivals to trunk-or-treats, Halloween parties, and plenty of things for the kids, there are lots of ways to get out and enjoy the season. We've rounded up over 90 events we know about so far, so take a look, make some plans, and get ready for a little fall fun!

And if we're missing your event, let us know! We'd love to add it to the list.

WESTERN KENTUCKY FALL FESTIVALS & HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Be sure to "bookmark" and check back often! We'll continue adding more family-friendly fall and Halloween events to the guide as we find them.

Trick-or-Treating Corn Maze
The Cottage Farm Stand & Baking Co.
October 29 and 30, 2026 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Kids can trick-or-treat through a full corn maze. Admission is $5 per person.

No Tricks, Just Treats!
No Tricks, Just Treats! Kids' Halloween Party
Location: Owensboro Museum of Science and History, Owensboro
Date: Friday, October 30
Times: 11 AM to 12 PM and 5 PM to 6 PM
Kids ages 3 to 10 are invited to celebrate Halloween with a fun-filled party featuring Halloween crafts, a costume contest, story time, treats, and more! The costume contest winner will take home a boo basket full of goodies. Sponsored by Audubon Area Community Care Clinic, the event is included with museum admission. Advance registration is encouraged to ensure there are enough treats and activities for everyone.

Edge Halloween GLOW SK8
Edge Ice Center, Owensboro, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:30–10:00 p.m.
A glow-in-the-dark skating party with Halloween music and costumes encouraged. Admission is $15 per person, including skate rental.

KPOP Slayer Halloween Glow SK8
Edge Ice Center, Owensboro, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:30–10:00 p.m.
A K-pop-themed glow skate with a DJ, haunted locker rooms, and costumes encouraged. Admission is $15 per skater and $2 per spectator.

Maceo Volunteer Fire Department Trunk or Treat
Maceo VFD Station, 9365 Kelly Cemetery Rd, Maceo, KY 42355
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
First responders in Northeast Daviess County are opening up the station bay doors for an evening of safe community fun. Families can park on-site to trick-or-treat directly out of heavily decorated emergency vehicle trunks, tour the active fire apparatus, and pick up free child safety materials for Halloween night.

Fall Fright Night at the Village in Yellow Creek Park
Yellow Creek Park, Owensboro, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00–7:30 p.m.
Formerly Halloween Hullabaloo, this free family event will feature more activities for families along with the traditional candy giveaway, including a hay maze and cabin photo opportunities.

Green River Distillery Haunted History Tour & Halloween Party
Green River Distillery, 10 Distillery Rd, Owensboro, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | Doors 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Guided after-dark tours take visitors through the creepiest spots on the property with firsthand ghost stories, running every 30 minutes from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Event admission is free; guided tours are $15/person (book online in advance or check for leftover spots at the door). Enjoy Witches' Cauldron Chili, Halloween cocktails, a costume contest, and a creepy photo spot. Guests 21+ receive a raffle ticket at the door with drawings all night. Closed-toe shoes recommended — it's dark inside.

Panther Creek Baptist Trunk or Treat
Panther Creek Baptist Church, 7146 US-431, Owensboro, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.
A night of frightful fun and wicked delights, with fun and food starting at 5:30 p.m.

Halloween Costume Party with Galactic Foghorn
Location: Currents at RiverPark Center Courtyard, Owensboro
Date: Friday, October 30
Time: Not specified
Celebrate Halloween with a costume party featuring live music from Galactic Foghorn! Enjoy good food, good drinks, and FREE admission. Costumes are encouraged!

Music City Dueling Pianos: Halloween Weekend
Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville, W. 2nd St., Owensboro, KY 42301 [confirm street number]
Friday, October 30-Sunday, November 1, 2026 | [time TBD]
Music City Dueling Pianos returns to Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville for three shows with sing-alongs and song requests. Friday and Saturday (Halloween night) feature a costume contest with cash prizes, and costumes are encouraged all weekend. Sunday is one more round of the show.

Halloween Card Show
Shiloh's Lounge & Grill, 1846 Triplett St, Owensboro, KY 42303
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
A Halloween-themed sports card show presented by Sports Cards 4 Care Cancer Relief Foundation and sponsored by LP Card Corner. Features kids redemption packs, a Coolest Costume Award, and more.

Carmel Home Fall Fundraiser
2501 Old Hartford Rd, Owensboro, KY 42303
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
A fall fundraiser featuring food, fun, raffle prizes, and a bake sale table with donated baked goods. Dine-in or drive-thru options are available, including $15 plate lunches, $15 whole chickens, and $27 gallons of burgoo.

Trunk or Treat Tailgate
Hahn Parking Lot, 3000 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.
Wear your favorite costume, grab some candy, and visit campus organizations as they show off their Halloween spirit.

Christ Redeemer Church Harvest Outreach
Location: 1501 E. 26th St., Owensboro
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 5 PM to 7 PM
Join Christ Redeemer Church for Harvest Outreach! Enjoy FREE candy and register for a chance to win a $25 Visa gift card.

Thruston-Philpot Volunteer Fire Department Halloween Candy Drop
Thruston-Philpot VFD, 9410 KY-144, Philpot, KY 42366
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Starts at 5:00 p.m.
Before heading out for traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating, East Daviess County families can swing by the main station lot. Volunteers will be handing out pre-packaged candy bags, showcasing the fire engines, and giving out festive reflective safety items for kids to wear while walking on Halloween night.

Pirate Proles Halloween Hangout
2415 French Street, Owensboro, KY 42301
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | [time TBD]
A free Halloween community event featuring trick-or-treating candy, face painting, and free pulled pork sandwiches (while supplies last).

Trinity Episcopal Church Indoor Halloween Event
Trinity Episcopal Church, 720 Ford Ave., Owensboro, KY 42301
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | [time TBD]
An indoor family-friendly Halloween event featuring treats and festive fun.

Crosspointe Baptist Church Candy Crawl
Crosspointe Baptist Church, 550 Worthington Rd, Owensboro, KY 42301
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
A kid-friendly, casual indoor fall festival on Halloween afternoon featuring an easy, climate-controlled path to gather candy in costume.

Kitten Purrlooza Adoptathon at Kroger
Kroger on Starlite Drive, 1670 Starlite Dr., Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Kroger on Starlite Drive hosts a kitten adoptathon with Daviess County Trap. Neuter. Return. (TNR). Features $5 plate lunches (hamburger or hot dog, bag of chips, two cookies and a soda), with all proceeds going to TNR, plus Sugar Splash Soda Company selling dirty sodas, energy drinks and dirty popcorn. Enter your pet in the pet costume contest for a chance to win a $50 Kroger gift card. Adopt, foster, donate or volunteer!

Owensboro Boo Bash Family Halloween Dance Party
Owensboro Regional Farmers Market Pavilion, 1205 Triplett Street, Owensboro
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5–10 p.m.
Presented by Eighties Entertainment, this family Halloween dance party is $20 per family. Come dressed for Halloween and enjoy music, dancing, and a family-friendly Halloween celebration.

Lewis Lane Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
Lewis Lane Baptist Church, 2600 Lewis Lane, Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4-7 p.m.
A fun and safe night of treats, fellowship and community.

Utica Volunteer Fire Department Trick or Treat Stations
Utica VFD Main Station, 1420 KY-1207, Utica, KY 42376
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Serving families in the South Daviess County corridor, the Utica volunteer firefighters are setting up a drive-thru and walk-up candy distribution station right at the fire house. Drop by early in your costumes to grab high-quality treat bags, meet the volunteer crews, and see the trucks lit up in festive colors before neighborhood trick-or-treating officially begins.

Fourth Street Baptist Church Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 5:30 p.m.
Located at Fourth Street Baptist Church (821 W 4th St).
This features standard trunk-or-treating, a community chili cook-off, and a Tiny Tots Children's Costume Parade that kicks off right at 6:30 p.m.

Northwest Neighborhood Alliance Trick-or-Treat Halloween Event
H.L. Neblett Center, 801 W. 5th Street, Owensboro
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:30–7 p.m.
Free hot dogs, chili and candy. Enter through the back doors on Poplar Street.

Eighties Entertainment Presents: Owensboro Boo Bash Dance Party
Owensboro Regional Farmers Market, Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00–10:00 p.m.
A family Halloween dance party featuring an LED dance floor, DJ light and sound show, candy booths, food trucks, and a costume contest. Admission is $20 per family.

Green Industrial Services Trunk or Treat
1202 Triplett St
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
A family-friendly trunk-or-treat hosted by Green Industrial Services, with costumes, decorated trunks, and lots of candy. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costume.

Project ‘O’ Halloween Costume Party (18+)
The Brew Bridge, 800 W. 2nd St., Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
Presented by The Owensboro App, billed as Owensboro’s biggest Halloween party ever. Features a live DJ, spooky drinks (21+), and a costume contest with a cash prize. Ages 18 and up.

Halloween Boo Bash at Early's Tavern
Location: Early's Tavern, 4416 KY-144, Owensboro
Date: Saturday, October 31
Join Early's Tavern for a Halloween Boo Bash! Come out for a spooky good time and celebrate Halloween with friends.

Legion Park Candy Crawl
Date & Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Legion Park, 3047 Legion Park Dr, Owensboro, KY
Description: A free, family-friendly Halloween tradition where local businesses line the walking path at Legion Park to host a community trick-or-treat candy crawl.

Kingdom & Community Harvest Fest
Next Level Church of God, 2613 Cravens Ave., Owensboro, KY 42301
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4-6 p.m.
A free fall festival presented by Next Level Church of God and Benchmark Family Services. Free food, candy for kids, music and family fun for all ages, prayer cards, and a gift basket drawing (separate baskets from each host). American Barber College will hand out coupons for $5 and free haircuts. Benchmark will also have foster care information and orientation sign-up. All are welcome.

American Legion Post 9 Halloween Party
American Legion Post 9, Owensboro, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Starts at 7:00 p.m.
Open to the public. Features music with DJ & Karaoke, costume contest with prizes and bragging rights, half pots all night long, and kitchen open until 8:00 p.m.

Halloween Petting Zoo Fun in Whitesville
Walnut Street, Whitesville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.
A family-friendly Halloween petting zoo featuring friendly animals, cute costumes, decorations, and free feed cups for the kids to enjoy with the animals.

[OHIO COUNTY]

2026 OctoberFest
Downtown Hartford, KY
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 3:00–8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Family-friendly fall celebration featuring local vendors, food trucks, artisans, makers, organizations, and businesses.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (Courthouse Players Theater)
Top floor of the Old Courthouse, 301 S. Main St., Hartford, KY
Thursday, October 22-Saturday, October 24; Sunday, October 25; Thursday, October 29-Saturday, October 31, 2026
Showtimes: 7:00 p.m. on Oct. 22, 23, 24, 29, and 30; 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25; 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31
Courthouse Players Theater presents a stage production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, written by Hans and Peter Bloedel. Tickets are sold at the door, cash only: $10 general admission, $8 for students and seniors (55+).

Daystar Church Harvest Fest
Daystar Church, 5508 Hwy 1245, Beaver Dam, KY
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 4:00 p.m.
An evening of fall fun with chili and hot dogs, sweet snacks, a bonfire, singing, games, candy, and hayrides.

Fall Market at Twin Creek Farm Venue
Twin Creek Farm Venue, 408 Carter Ferry Road, Centertown, KY 42328
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
A fall market featuring antiques, second-hand finds, handmade goods, boutique items, and food trucks.

West Point Baptist Church Trunk-or-Treat
3033 Pellville Road, Reynolds Station, KY 42368
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Sunday School 10:00 a.m. | Church Service 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Church Service at 11:00 a.m., followed by a chili dinner after church. A costume contest and trunk-or-treat will take place right after the meal. Everyone is welcome!

Fordsville Nursing and Rehab Annual Trunk or Treat
Fordsville Nursing and Rehab, Fordsville, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5-8 p.m.
Free chili and popcorn, a bounce castle, petting zoo, lots of candy, games, music, costume fun and community trunks. Everyone is welcome.

Haunt & Harvest Residential and Business Decoration Contest
Hartford, KY (city-wide)
Registration deadline: October 20, 2026 | Judging: October 24–30, 2026 | Winners announced: October 31, 2026
Free contest open to residents and businesses for spooky Halloween decorations, glowing jack-o'-lanterns, or traditional fall/pumpkin displays. No entry fee. Register online; official updates come through events@hartfordky.org or the Hartford, KY Facebook page.

LifePoint Baptist Church Fall Event
LifePoint Baptist Church, 1005 Goshen Rd., Beaver Dam, KY 42320
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
A family-friendly fall gathering featuring community trick-or-treating, treats, and fellowship.

2026 Trick or Treat and Trunk or Treat
Main Street, Fordsville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Community trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat event on Main Street in Fordsville.

[MUHLENBERG COUNTY]

Haunted Trail: Revelations
Dead Nettle Creek, 971 Forgy Mill Road, Dunmor, KY
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 7:00–11:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 7:00–11:00 p.m.
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:00–11:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.–midnight
A live-actor haunted trail featuring immersive scenes and plenty of Halloween scares.

The Awakening Muhlenberg Fall Festival (Friends & Family Day)
The Awakening Muhlenberg, 215 E Broad St., Central City, KY 42330
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
A Friends & Family Day fall festival with food, music, games, and a chili cook-off. Morning service is at 11:00 a.m., and the Fall Festival begins at 1:30 p.m.

Sinister On Center
102 Center Street, Central City, KY
Every Friday & Saturday through October 31, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
A history, mystery, and paranormal haunt in historic downtown Central City. Tickets are $15 per person.

Beechmont Haunted Trail of Terror
Beechmont Ballpark, 3612 Merle Travis Hwy, Beechmont, KY 42323
October 23, 24, 30 & 31, 2026 | 7:00–10:30 p.m.
Haunted trail attraction. $10 per person.

1st Annual Charlie Brown Boo Bash
Lu-Ray Park, Lu-Ray, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.–Midnight
Family fun and Halloween vibes for all ages, with costumes encouraged. Features cornhole teams (with a chance at a 50/50 pot), a car show, a Jeep show (best decorated), a haunted pageant, food and craft vendors, and pumpkin or Charlie Brown paint kits for kids.

Graham Volunteer Fire Department Fall Festival Fundraiser
Graham Volunteer Fire Department, 120 Fire House Ln, Graham, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
A community fall festival fundraiser featuring food and drinks (chili, hot dogs, soups, sandwiches, sweet tea), local vendors, and a 50/50 raffle to support the local volunteer fire department.

Downtown Greenville Candy Crawl
Historic Downtown Greenville Square, Greenville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Family-friendly Halloween tradition transforming the historic downtown square into a safe trick-or-treating trail. Local businesses and civic organizations set up stations throughout downtown to pass out treats to costumed children.

Halloween Costume Party
Greenville Youth and Community Center, 238 Birch St, Greenville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
An adults-only Halloween costume party hosted by the Greenville Youth and Community Center, with DJ music, drinks, food, and dancing. Costumes are encouraged. Admission is $2.

[McLEAN COUNTY]

Calhoun Harvest Day
Myer Creek Park, Hwy 136, Calhoun, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Noon–6:00 p.m.
A full day of community fall fun featuring Blue Moon Frights, a cruise-in (12–4 PM), quilt show (1–4 PM), live music, kids' athletics (2 PM), mutton busting (3:30 PM), costume parade (5 PM), greased pig contest (5:30 PM), plus inflatables, petting zoo, hayrides, bingo, silent auction, and food/craft vendors all day.

City of Livermore Halloween Trunk or Treat
Main Street, east side of Livermore City Hall, Livermore, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:00-5:00 p.m.
A community trunk-or-treat with a costume contest at 4:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome, weather permitting. Main Street from 3rd to 2nd Street will be closed beginning at 2:00 p.m. Businesses, churches, civic groups, and others who want to hand out candy from a booth or decorated vehicle should contact City Hall.

[HENDERSON COUNTY]

Trunk or Treat Adventure at Chapelwood Place Apartments
Chapelwood Place Apartments, 1629 S Main St., Henderson, KY 42420
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.
Ghosts, goblins, and candy galore! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and join the fun. Residents, families, friends, community members, and businesses are invited to host a decorated trunk and hand out treats. To sign up for a trunk, contact the Chapelwood Place office.

Henderson Housing Authority Trunk or Treat
111 S. Adams St., Henderson, KY 42420
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Costumes, candy, and fall activities for the family. For questions or to donate candy, contact NiYa Davis at 270-631-0747.

Halloween Theme Trunk or Treat at Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel, Henderson, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:30-4:00 p.m.
A trunk-or-treat event with games and candy. Fun for the whole family!

Spooky Tales & Nighttime Trails
John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Enjoy an evening of spooky stories and nighttime trail fun at John James Audubon State Park.

East End Extravaganza: Corn Fest Style!
Audubon Kids Zone, 1325 Powell St., Henderson, KY 42420
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Trick-or-treating, games, music, and family fun with a corny new twist. The candy route is new this year, beginning at Audubon Kids Zone and ending at East End Splash Park. Businesses and organizations interested in participating can sign up using the QR code on the flyer. For more information, call 270-860-9211.

Holy Name Trunk or Treat
Holy Name parking lot, Henderson, KY
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 3:00-4:30 p.m.
An annual trunk-or-treat open to all. Come in costume for treats, games, music, and photo ops. Fun for all ages! Host trunks are needed. To sign up or ask questions, contact Keri Hillyard at 270-577-5792.

Truth & Treat at Corydon Missionary Baptist Church
Corydon Missionary Baptist Church, 550 Main St., Corydon, KY
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.
A family-friendly Truth & Treat fall event hosted by Corydon Missionary Baptist Church.

Haunted House & Trunk or Treat
2500 N. Elm St., Henderson, KY 42420
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.
A spooktacular haunted house that ends with a fun trunk-or-treat. Costumes, treats, and thrills await for a night of eerie fun!

Downtown Henderson Halloween Trick-or-Treating
Downtown Henderson, KY
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Local downtown merchants hand out candy to costumed children along Main Street and surrounding blocks.

Redbanks Trunk or Treat
Redbanks, 851 Kimsey Ln., Henderson, KY 42420
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
A free public trunk-or-treat event hosted by Redbanks. For more information, call 270-826-8436 or visit redbanks.org.

Terror on the Trail
1445 State Route 416 E., Henderson, KY
October 2026 | 7:00–11:00 p.m.
A haunted trail fundraiser benefiting local families dealing with childhood illness.

Central Park Halloween Bash & Downtown Trick-or-Treating
Downtown Henderson and Central Park, Henderson, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 3:00–7:00 p.m.
Downtown trick-or-treating runs 3:00–5:00 p.m., followed by the city's Halloween Bash in Central Park from 4:00–7:00 p.m.

Sagez Vision Care Trunk or Treat
Sagez Vision Care, LLC, 1035 N Elm Street, Henderson, KY 42420
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
A spooktacular day of candy, costumes, and community spirit, hosted by Sagez Vision Care.

Henderson Farmers Market Trunk or Treat
Henderson County Fairgrounds, 381 Sam Ball Way, Henderson, KY 42420
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
A morning trunk-or-treat hosted by the Henderson Farmers Market. For more information, email hendersonkyfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Halloween Camp-A-Treat at the Henderson County Sportsman��s Club
Henderson County Sportsman’s Club, Henderson, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Open to the public. Kids can go trick-or-treating around the camps, with cookies and drinks provided at the clubhouse. The speed limit on the grounds is 10 mph, and children will be present, so drive carefully.

One Life Henderson Trunk or Treat
One Life Henderson, 1644 2nd St., Henderson, KY 42420
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 p.m.
A trunk-or-treat with hayrides, food trucks, and more.

[HOPKINS COUNTY]

Hay Bale Trail
Mahr Park Arboretum, Madisonville, KY
October 1–31, 2026
Stroll through Mahr Park to see massive hay bales transformed into fun characters and creative fall displays by local businesses and organizations.

Downtown Window Painting Festival
Downtown Main Street, Madisonville, KY
Thursday–Saturday, October 22–24, 2026
A community tradition where local youth and students paint spooky fall and Halloween murals across downtown shop storefronts (displays stay up through October 31).

Show & Go Car Club Cruise-In & Trunk or Treat
Madisonville City Park, 755 Park Avenue, Madisonville, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Classic cars, food trucks, live music, door prizes, and a family-friendly trunk-or-treat.

Hallelujah Fest
405 Comb Road, Madisonville, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00-8:00 p.m.
A free family-friendly community fall event featuring a chili cook-off contest (chili entries due by 4:00 p.m., with food served after judging), hot dogs, s'mores around a bonfire, a bouncy house, face painting, pumpkin painting, a photo booth, karaoke, hayrides, and a dessert auction.

Guided Kayak Excursion: Fall Colors
Mahr Park Arboretum, Lake Pee Wee launch, Madisonville, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m.
A free guided kayak excursion along Lake Pee Wee offering a chance to enjoy the changing leaves and spot native migratory waterfowl.

Downtown Trick or Treat
Downtown Madisonville, KY
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Downtown businesses open their doors for local kids to trick-or-treat safely through the main square.

Creepin' 4 the Bleachers
Dawson Springs Community Center, 108 W. Keigan St., Dawson Springs, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.
Halloween-themed 5K fundraiser followed by a Zombie Walk at 5:30 p.m. and Little Pumpkin Treat Walk at 6:00 p.m. Costume prizes are part of the evening.

Día de los Muertos at Tradewater
Tradewater Brewing Company, 111 W. Arch St., Madisonville, KY
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:00–10:00 p.m.
Día de los Muertos celebration featuring food, a special beer release, costumes, and a festive evening. Kids and dogs are welcome.

Bluegrass Food Truck Festival: Halloween Edition
Court Street, Downtown Madisonville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
A Halloween street festival featuring food trucks, live music, craft vendors, costume contests, and trick-or-treating for kids.

[CHRISTIAN COUNTY]

Prosperity Falls Haunted Acres
3190 Prosperity Lane, Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Opening night: Friday, October 2, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
Runs Fridays & Saturdays, 7:00–11:00 p.m., and Sundays, 7:00–10:00 p.m., through October 2026
Five haunted attractions in one location: Ride of Screams (haunted hay wagon), Trail of Terror, House of Horror, Toxic Zombie Shootout (UV blacklight experience), and Maze of Horror. VIP tickets available for all-access with no lines. Food from Prosperity Falls Screaming Pizza (pizza, wings, dirty sodas) and haunted acres T-shirts also available. Tickets at the box office or online.

7th Annual Trick or Treat at Southern Lanes
Southern Lanes, Hopkinsville, KY
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 p.m.
Indoor/outdoor trick-or-treating in one contained location with candy from local businesses, plus access to the arcade and mini golf.

FALLOWEENING Jesus Festival
Means Avenue Baptist Church, 143 Means Avenue, Hopkinsville, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Faith, fellowship, and fun for the whole family, with games for kids (pumpkin tic-tac-toe, cake walk, and more) plus a chili cook-off (limited spots — contact Mercevion Coleman or Aaron White for details).

Downtown Hopkinsville Halloween Trick-or-Treating
Downtown Hopkinsville, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Local businesses and community organizations gather in downtown Hopkinsville to hand out candy and treats to trick-or-treaters.

[HANCOCK COUNTY]

Hilldale's 6th Annual Halloween Bash
Hilldale Methodist Church, 3110 US Hwy 60 West, Hawesville, KY 42348
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 12:30 p.m.
A free afternoon of fun featuring an egg hunt starting at 12:30 p.m., trunk-or-treats, an inflatable obstacle course, and food starting at 1:00 p.m. Located across Hwy 60 from HCHS. Find Hilldale Methodist Church on Facebook for event details and updates.

Halloween in Hancock Park
Hancock Park
Friday, October 30, 2026 | Pet Costume Contest 4:00 p.m. (Pumpkin deadline 7:00 p.m.) A neighborhood Halloween celebration featuring a pet costume contest at the basketball court (small dogs, large dogs, cats, and other pets), a carved and painted pumpkin contest (turn in by 7:00 p.m.), and a voting contest for best-decorated house. Local food trucks on site include Lil Amigo, Kluckies, Hello Pop, and Dirty Little Sips.

Vastwood Park 24th Annual Trail of Treats
Vastwood Park, Hancock County, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
A community trick-or-treat trail sponsored by the Hancock County Fiscal Court and Hancock County Parks Department. Individuals and organizations who want to hand out treats can contact Sage Young at the Judge Executive's Office, 270-927-8137.

Haunted Corn Maze at Lead Creek Farm
Lead Creek Farm, 200 Happy Hollow Rd., Hawesville, KY 42348
Every Saturday through October 31, 2026 | 7:30-9:00 p.m.
A haunted corn maze at Lead Creek Farm. Admission is $5 per person.

Pumpkins in the Park
Downtown Lewisport, KY
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Fall festival featuring pumpkins, fall fun, and live music from local band Gently Used.

[GRAYSON COUNTY]

The Farm at Rough River — Autumn Days
2663 Blue Bird Rd., Falls of Rough, KY 40119
and 30–November 1, 2026 | Fri & Sat 9 a.m.–dusk; Sun noon–dusk
Fall fun featuring a pumpkin patch, hay rides, sorghum maze, bale trail, pumpkin painting, sack race, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, and more. Hay rides begin at 4 p.m. on Fridays and run until dusk; Saturday and Sunday hay rides run all day.

Rough River Dam State Resort Park
450 Lodge Rd., Falls of Rough, KY 40119
Saturday, October 31, 2026
A Halloween getaway featuring one night lodging, a dance with DJ monster jams, party favors, snacks, Sunday breakfast, a cash bar, and a costume contest with prizes.

It's that time of year when the calendar starts filling up with pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween fun, and all kinds of reasons to get out of the house. Southern Indiana has plenty going on this fall, whether you're looking for something to do with the kids, a festival to wander, a Halloween event, or just a good excuse to enjoy a fall weekend. We've gathered the 2026 events we know about so far.

If you have a fall or Halloween event we don't have listed, send it our way, and we'll add it!

SOUTHERN INDIANA FALL FESTIVALS & HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Be sure to check back often! We'll continue adding more family-friendly fall and Halloween events to the guide as we find them.

[VANDERBURGH COUNTY]

Legacy Elite Annual Trunk or Treat
1200 N. Willow Rd., Evansville, IN
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Candy, costumes and community fun. Food trucks will be on site, and costumes are encouraged.

Annual Trunk or Treat at Wyndmoor of Evansville
Wyndmoor of Evansville, 6521 Greendale Dr., Evansville, IN 47711
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Join Wyndmoor of Evansville for its annual trunk-or-treat. Hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be available. For questions or more information, contact Melanie at 812-867-7900.

Trunk or Treat at Culver Family Learning Center
1301 Judson St., Evansville, IN 47713
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Free family fun featuring trunk-or-treating along with free hot dogs, chips, cookies, popcorn, and cotton candy. Family-friendly costumes are requested (nothing too spooky or revealing).

EVV Terminal Treats
Evansville Regional Airport, 7801 Bussing Dr., Evansville, IN
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.
An inclusive trick-or-treat event at the airport for families with sensory sensitivities and allergies.

Trick or Treaters Welcome at Bethel Manor
Bethel Manor, 6015 Kratzville Rd., Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Trick-or-treaters are invited to stop by Bethel Manor and trick-or-treat with its residents. Questions: 812-425-8182.

Trunk or Treat at DoubleTree by Hilton Evansville
601 Walnut St., Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:00 p.m.
A trunk or treat at the downtown hotel with candy and Halloween fun.

Paws for a Cause: (It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue)
DoubleTree by Hilton Ballroom, 601 Walnut St., Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue is looking for volunteers for a community event showcasing adoptable pets. Tasks include decorating the rescue’s table, handing out treats and information, greeting guests, and helping with setup or cleanup.

Trunk or Treat hosted by Chick-fil-A at Eastland Mall
Chick-fil-A at Eastland Mall, Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Trunk or treat with trick-or-treating and face painting.

Trunk or Treat at Holiday Inn Express Downtown Evansville
Holiday Inn Express Downtown Evansville, Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
A free, family-friendly trunk or treat. Bring a bucket and enjoy a safe, fun Halloween experience for the whole family.

Trunk or Treat at The Salvation Army
1040 N. Fulton, Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Candy, games, music, hot chocolate and popcorn. Fun for all ages.

Trunk or Treat at Army National Guard Armory
3300 E. Division, Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.

Halloween Trunk or Treat presented by Ride 4 Life
Tepe Park, 1212 S. Garvin St., Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.
A family-friendly trunk or treat presented by Ride 4 Life with candy, fun and community. Costumes encouraged.

The First Annual Chrome & Candy Trunk-or-Treat
N. Main St., Evansville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:00-9:00 p.m.
Jacobs Pub, Pacemakers Car Club and Jacobsville Area Community Corporation present Evansville's hot rod Halloween experience, with trunk-or-treating from hot rods, candy, costumes, a kid-friendly haunted house and a costume contest. Fun for the whole family.

Monster Bash Dash 5K
1600 N. Main St., Evansville, IN 47711
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.
The annual Halloween-themed 5K encourages costumes, with cash prizes for best dressed, plus awards for top male and female runners and age groups. A 1-mile option is also available. Registration is $28.79 and includes a T-shirt.

Haunted Hallway
5001 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Candy, activities, food and more.

Halloween Hustle 5K & Monster Mile
Goebel Soccer Complex, 6800 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN 47725
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.
A Halloween-themed 5K and Monster Mile, with a Not So Spooky Sprint kids' run for ages 10 and under at 7:50 a.m. The 5K is $35. Proceeds benefit Cops Connecting with Kids. Register at runsignup.com.

Trunk or Treat hosted by Trinity Preschool
1403 W. Boonville New Harmony Rd., Evansville, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Perry Township Fire Truck or Treat
AMC Theater parking lot, Evansville, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.
First responders from across Vanderburgh County show off their equipment, with candy and giveaways.

Zombie Prom 2.0
The Helms Hall, 5001 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN 47715
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 6:00–10:00 p.m.
A Halloween-themed prom for adults featuring food, dancing, themed photo opportunities, prom royalty activities and a cash bar. Costumes encouraged. 21+ only.

[WARRICK COUNTY]

Trunk or Treat at Warrick Trail Apartments
9899 Warrick Trail, Newburgh, IN
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Trunk or Treat at Majestic Care Newburgh
5233 Rosebud Ln., Newburgh, IN
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Trunk or Treat at Warrick Saddle Club
Club Grounds, 205 E. Columbia St., Boonville, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00-9:00 p.m.
A free, family-friendly trunk or treat with trick-or-treat booths set up by local businesses and club members. Kids can enjoy activities like a rope cow head toss, "There's a Snake in My Boot" toss and a sack race, and a local petting zoo will be on the grounds with a pig, goats and a skunk. Candy, games, animals and community fun for all.

First Annual Backroads Boo Tour 2026
Hosted by Aunt B’s Riverside Pantry, 11120 Lower River Rd., Newburgh, IN 47630 (host stop). Stops are spread across the area; see the map.
Friday, October 30 & Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Host stop 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. each day [other stops’ hours TBD]
A self-guided tour of 22 participating small businesses at 21 physical “Boo Stops” across seven counties, including farm stands, home bakeries, boutiques, and handmade shops. Many stops are planning treats for kids, and a Halloween symbol scavenger hunt is planned for families. The tour also collects donations for Thanksgiving meals for local families. Participation is free for businesses. MORE HERE

[SPENCER COUNTY]

Holiday World's Happy Halloween Weekends
Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, Santa Claus, IN
Saturdays and Sundays, September 19–November 1, 2026
Holiday World gets into the Halloween spirit with Halloween-themed shows, a trick-or-treat trail, hayrides and the Dino Corn Maze Adventure.

Halloween Weekends at Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph
Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph, Santa Claus, IN
Weekends, September 18-October 31, 2026
A spooktacular weekend stay at the campground.

Live Music at Monkey Hollow Winery and Distillery
Monkey Hollow Winery and Distillery, Dale, IN
Saturdays through October 2026
Live music and local sips.

Little’s Halloween Party at Spencer County Public Library
Spencer County Public Library: Rockport, Grandview, and Richland branches, IN
Monday, October 26 (Rockport); Tuesday, October 27 (Grandview); Thursday, October 29 (Richland), 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
A Halloween party for the little ones with crafts, snacks, and fun. Costumes are welcome!

Just Treats at The Waters of Rockport
The Waters of Rockport, 815 Washington St., Rockport, IN 47635
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 4:00 p.m.
A Halloween trick-or-treat event with the residents of The Waters of Rockport. Costumes encouraged.

Town of Chrisney Trunk or Treat
Chrisney Park, Chrisney, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 p.m.
A community trunk-or-treat with free hot dogs, s’mores, popcorn, water, and Capri Suns. Provided by Chrisney Fall Fest, Chrisney Civic Association, Chrisney Parks Board, and the Town of Chrisney.

Trick or Treat StoryWalk® at Hatfield Library, Parker Branch
Hatfield Library, Parker Branch, Hatfield, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Boos and ghouls are invited to wind their way along the StoryWalk®, picking up treats and playing games along the way. Costumes are encouraged. Food trucks Sips and Snacks and Winston’s Eats will be on site, and the Sister Pups will make appearances from 10:00-11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

[HENDERSON COUNTY]

Terror on the Trail
1445 State Route 416 E., Henderson, KY
October 2026 | 7:00–11:00 p.m.
A haunted trail fundraiser benefiting local families dealing with childhood illness.

Halloween Camp-A-Treat at the Henderson County Sportsman’s Club
Henderson County Sportsman’s Club, Henderson, KY
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Open to the public. Kids can go trick-or-treating around the camps, with cookies and drinks provided at the clubhouse. The speed limit on the grounds is 10 mph, and children will be present, so drive carefully.

One Life Henderson Trunk or Treat
One Life Henderson, 1644 2nd St., Henderson, KY 42420
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 p.m.
A trunk-or-treat with hayrides, food trucks, and more.

[GIBSON COUNTY]

Lyles Station Corn Maze
Lyles Station Historic School & Museum, 953 N. County Road 500 W, Princeton, IN
October 2–31, 2026 | Fridays 5:00–8:00 p.m.; Saturdays 1:00–8:00 p.m.; Sundays 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Get lost in a 10-acre corn maze while enjoying pumpkin picking, hayrides, campfires, food and other fall fun. The final weekend features a Haunted Maze.

[POSEY COUNTY]

Trunk or Treat
1262 N. Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 4:00 p.m.
Trunk or treat featuring Marty's Mobile Mudroom, games, prizes and more.

Indoor Trick or Treating at Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehabilitation
Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehabilitation, Mt. Vernon, IN
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 3:30–6:00 p.m.
Indoor Halloween fun featuring trick-or-treating through haunted hallways, a festive photo area, games, prizes and plenty of candy. Bring your own trick-or-treat bag.

Eve of Halloween Celebration
New Harmony, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.
Celebrate the eve of Halloween in historic New Harmony with seasonal festivities and spooky fun.

Haunted New Harmony Ghost Walks
New Harmony, IN
Friday–Saturday, October 30–31, 2026 | 8:00 p.m.
Take a nighttime walk through historic New Harmony and hear the stories, legends and ghostly tales connected to the historic town.

[DUBOIS COUNTY]

Halloween Party at Brookside Village
Brookside Village, Jasper, IN
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween with costumes, treats, and fun. Open to residents, employee families, and the public.

City of Huntingburg Trick-or-Treating
City of Huntingburg, IN. Hunters Crossing Subdivision is closed to motor vehicle traffic 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Citywide trick-or-treating, with Hunters Crossing Subdivision closed to vehicles from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. so families can walk safely. Parking is available at the Huntingburg Event Center and Huntingburg Church of Christ. Please use the designated lots and don’t park on the grass.

[PERRY COUNTY]

Explosion of Fun! Fall Festival
10th Street between Fulton & Jefferson Streets (821 10th St.), Tell City, IN
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 p.m.
A family-friendly fall festival lining 10th Street with games, prizes, candy, vendors and food. Highlights include a live chainsaw carving show by Nini & Pops Woodshop, a cake walk, a 40-foot bounce house, a "touch the truck" display, a photo op, special guests, and free popcorn and hot chocolate. J's Good Grub 2 food truck will be on site, and candy will be given out for the kids.

Trunk or Treat at Derby General Store
Derby General Store, Derby, IN
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
A family-friendly trunk or treat with candy, costumes and community fun. Kids, families and friends are all welcome.

[ORANGE COUNTY]

Bledsoe Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
6965 IN-145 S, French Lick, IN 47432
Saturdays & Sundays, September 27–November 1, 2026 (also open Monday, October 12 for Columbus Day)
A corn maze and pumpkin patch featuring pedal carts, pony rides, a cow train, jumper pillow, bounce houses, gem mining, a corn box, sand pit, horse swings, super slides, bull rides, hayrides, a pumpkin slingshot, a bubble barn, farm animals and concessions. Admission includes most attractions except gem mining and pony rides; pumpkins, merchandise and concessions cost extra.

LOOK: How Halloween has changed in the past 100 years

Stacker compiled a list of ways that Halloween has changed over the last 100 years, from how we celebrate it on the day to the costumes we wear trick-or-treating. We’ve included events, inventions, and trends that changed the ways that Halloween was celebrated over time. Many of these traditions were phased out over time. But just like fake blood in a carpet, every bit of Halloween’s history left an impression we can see traces of today.

Gallery Credit: Brit McGinnis

LOOK: Classic Halloween costumes from 1865 to today

Stacker scoured the archives to find 50 photos of Halloween costumes from 1865 to today.

Gallery Credit: Stacker

Source: The Ultimate Western Kentucky Fall & Halloween Events Guide | 2026

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