Halloween-Related Activities
International Festival Of Horror in Cincinnati
The Mockbee, 2260 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio
Date: October 29-31, 2004
Description: The International Festival of Horror will feature the best in underground Horror movies from around the world. Hosted at The Mockbee (2260 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio), there will be over 20 short and feature films from around the world, with an emphasis on quality, directing and storytelling. Movies will be shown every night starting at 6pm, with a last showing at Midnight.
Winners this year include, I, Zombie, a locally produced documentary about Lexington horror host, I, Zombie; Florida Fights Back, a documentary about the Florida election issues in 2000 and winner of our "Truth is Scarier Than Fiction" contest; Curtis Armstrong (Revenge of the Nerds, Moonlighting, Better Off Dead, The Chronicle), stars in the short film Conversations, as a mortician who talks to dead people.
Website: Festival Of Horror Website
1st Annual Hometown Halloween Harvest
Troy, Ohio
Date: October 23, 2004
Description: The day begins with a children's parade and a costume conest. There will also be an adult Halloween costume contest and haunted trails for the "big kids." There will be arts and craft vendors on site. There will also be a guest appearance by
Dr. Creep. He will be arriving in a hearse at 2 p.m. and will be on hand throughout the day for pictures and autographs as well as taking donations for Project Christmas Smiles.
For More Information: contact Chuck Fox at 937-339-5455.
Stillwater's Light The Night
Stillwater United Methodist Church, Butler Township
Date: Oct. 29, 2004
Description: Stillwater and Livingwater United Methodist Churches are hosting their fourth annual “Light the Night” festival. This fall extravaganza will be held at Stillwater United Methodist Church in Butler Township. Open to the community at large, families and children of all ages are welcome to this FREE evening of fun!
This fall celebration will include numerous scheduled activities for kids ages preschool – 6th grade. Harvest fun will include hayrides, bon-fire, face painting, crafts, balloon animals, carnival-type games, snacks, candy and more! Each child will receive their own treat bag to collect candy and special gift to take home! Don’t miss Smores and hot cider at the bon-fire and outdoor “Krazy Maze." Our presentation of “The Great Pumpkin Story” is sure to captivate a young audience. Children are welcome to wear their friendly costumes or come as they are.
Enjoy harvest snacks at Stillwater’s Soul Café, featuring popcorn and cider at no charge. Kids will participate in an action packed evening; while parents relax and let their children have fun in a safe and friendly environment.
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For More Information: contact Teresa Litton or Karen Seiter at (937)454-9405.
Halloween For Little Ones
Charles I. Lathrem Senior Center, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, Ohio
Date: Oct. 30, 2004
Description: A morning of fun for preschoolers and their family who want an alternative way to celebrate Halloween. There will be games, crafts, entertainment and more. Costumes are optional.
Hours: 10 a.m. until 12 noon.
Cost: Cost is $5 per child for Kettering residents and $10 per child for non-residents. Adults are free!
For More Information: please contact the Kettering Recreation Complex at 296-2587.
Dream Acres Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
Dream Acres Farm, Camden, Ohio
Dates: Now thru Oct. 31, 2004
Description: We offer a 6 acre Corn Maze, hay rides, pumpkins and other fall decorations for sale, along with arts and crafts, food and games! We also have a Kid's play zone that offers a bouncy, pedal tractors, and a kid's size corn maze-this area is designed just for little ones aged 6 and under. We are a family owned agricultural entertainment business and are working very hard to have affordable family activities. Dream Acres Farm is also available during the week for group outings and school trips!
Hours: Hours of operation are Saturday 11 am - 8 pm and Sunday 1 pm - 6 pm.
Cost: $5 for adults; ages 6-11 $3; and children under 6 are Free
Website: www.dreamacresonline.com
Haunted Hayride In The Woods
Tomorrow Stars RV Resort, South Charleston, Ohio
Dates: Oct. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2004
Description: There will be games, prizes, concessions, and activities all evening so you won't get bored waiting for the scare of your life!
Admission: $8 Adults, $4 Kids (12 & under) and includes parking, hot dog, drink, and hayride through the haunted woods.
For More Info: 937-324-2267. The resort is located 5 miles east of Springfield on Route 40, just past Interstate 70.
The Great Pumpkin Fest
Bull Run Farms
6070 Springboro Road, Lebanon, Ohio
Hours: October 16-17, 2004
Noon to 5 p.m. both days
Prices: Hayride with pumpkin -- $5; games and petting zoo vary, straw maze and bicycle stunt show free.
Miscellaneous: This festival will feature a 30-game midway, carnival rides, 24 inch slide, 40 inch inflatable obstacle course, pony rides, food avenue, and professional BMX stunt show. Also, meet Rupert, America's number one Survivor! There wil be three ways to meet Rupert: Bid online at eBay for a private, up close and personal meet and greet, Complete the ultimate Survivor trivia contest and send it in with a $5 donation to Hannah's for a chance to participate in a group meet and greet with Rupert. Or, attend the Great PumpkinFest on Sunday, Oct. 17 to get Rupert's autograph and to have your picture taken with him.
Website: www.bullrunfarms.com
Fall Farms Days
Bonnybrook Country Farms
9400 Clyo Road, Centerville, Ohio
Hours:
Sat. -- 12-5 p.m.
Sun. -- 12-5 p.m.
Oct. 9&10: Barnyard Festival;
Oct. 16&17: Pumpkin and Gourd Festival;
Oct. 23&24: Pumpkin and Gourd Festival;
Oct. 30&31: Trick or Treat Festival.
Activities: Family Fun Saturday and Sunday afternoons with a costume parade, special trick-or-treat candy, games and prizes; pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, fishing pond, hay ride, corn maze; hand-led pony rides ($3), giant sling shots ($2), farm yard play area.
Prices: $6.50 -- General Admission with Children 3 and younger free.
Website: www.bonnybrookfarms.com
Howl-O-Ween
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Dayton, Ohio
Hours:
5:30-9 p.m.
Prices:
Admission is $6.00 per person in advance; $7 per person day of event.
Miscellaneous: An evening of games, prizes, costume contests, storytelling, animal talks, laser shows and activities with a Halloween flair in a safe and family-friendly environment.
Great Pumpkin Hunt
Community Park, Xenia, Ohio
Event Date:
Oct. 23, 2004
Cost: $8 for residents; $12 non-residents; advanced registration required.
Ghosts Of Greene County
Narrows Reserve Nature Center
Dates: Oct. 30, 2004
Cost: $5 for resident; $7 for non-resident; advanced registration required.
Halloween Tales and Hike
Twin Creek MetroPark, Morningstar Road
Dates: Oct. 23, 2004
Description: Spend an evening listening to Halloween tales in our beautiful woodland amphitheatre followed by a self-guided hike along a jack-o-lantern lit trail. Refreshments will be provided.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
For More Info: 937-855-7717
Happy Hands and The Story Of Halloween
Dayton Cultural Center, Dayton, Ohio
Dates: Every Thursday -- Oct. 7-28
Description: Happy Hands is designed to engage children in a creative and inspiring way, during Happy Hands and the story of Halloween, children will make their own canvas trick or treat bag.
Cost: Individual families $2 per child, Group rate: $20 up to 15 youth, Youth ages 16-25: $35
Hidden Valley Halloween
Hidden Valley Farm, Route 48 near Lebanon
Dates: Oct. 30-31, 2004
Description: A Halloween party will be held the last full weekend in October. On that weekend, the barn is haunted with witches, ghosts and gobblins. Hayrides can be arranged for groups to go to the pumpkin patch to pick pumpkins.
Cost: No admission
For More Info: 513-932-1869
Halloween Campout
Kiser Lake State Park, Conover, Ohio
Dates: Oct. 8-10, 2004
Description: Enjoy hayrides, fall color hike, and trick or treating. You can also make luminaries and other fun crafts.
For More Info: Call 937-362-3822.
Clark County Park District's Haunted Trail
George Rogers Clark Park, 930 S. Tecumseh Road, Springfield, Ohio
Dates: Oct. 23-24 and 30-31, 2004
Description: Walk the trails and meet Hertzler House Robbers, Mad Matty Rice, Indian Spirits, Herb Lady, Seeker of Lost Gouls, and Evil Hunters. Trails may be slightly challenging and not suitable for strollers.
Hours: 7-9 p.m.
Cost: $3
For more Information: 937-882-6000
Trotwood Fun Family Night/Trunk and Treat
Madison Park Pavilion, 301 S. Broadway Trotwood, Ohio
Date: Oct. 23, 2004
Description: An evening of fun for the entire family that will include hayrides, scary movies, hot chocolate and hot apple cider, and a Trunk-n-Treat.
Hours: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Aullwood's Enchanted Forest
Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm, Dayton, Ohio
Dates: Oct. 22-23, 2004
Description: The Enchanted Forest is an exciting and fun alternative to scary Halloween events. This family-oriented event is at Aullwood Farm. Visitors can delight in an evening of fun starting with songs and stories around the campfire with Chris Rowlands. Groups will take a naturalist-led walk through Allwood's forest where they will encounter larger-than-life costumed creatures. Upon returning to the farm, walkers will enjoy apple cider and popcorn. Hot dogs, chips and pop may also be purchased for an additional cost.
Cost: $5 per person. $8 per person for two trails. Ages 2 and under free.
Hours: 6-9 p.m.
For more information: 937-890-7360
Website: www.aullwood.center.audubon.org
