13 Halloween Events in Dayton 2024

There are so many ways to enjoy spooky season and Halloween in Dayton this year. Here are a few Dayton Halloween events that caught my eye.

Vampire Ball by Clash Dayton – Fairborn

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Saturday, October 5 7:12 p.m. (Sundown)
Fairborn Phoenix, 34 S Broad St, Fairborn, OH 45324

This vampire-themed event promises to be an unforgettable experience – plus, proceeds go to Pink Ribbon Good. General admission tickets are available as well as VIP options. Buy tickets here.

Halloween Trivia Night – Versailles

Thursday, October 10 6-9 p.m.
Hotel Versailles, 22 North Center St, Versailles, OH 45380

If you’re looking for a reason to visit Hotel Versailles, try your hand at Halloween trivia. Silas Creative Kitchen will be cooking up a Halloween-themed menu while you put your knowledge to the test. Register here.

Sanctuary – Oregon District

Friday, October 18 9 p.m. (doors)
Nextdoor Dayton, 454 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402

In a special Halloween edition of Sanctuary, a dark alt dance held at Nextdoor hosted by Clash Dayton and Matt Freeman, Gem City vampires and vampiresses are welcome to dance the night away. Learn more here.

Dayton Dark Shadows Ball – Kettering

Friday, October 18 7-11 p.m.
Dayton Country Club, 555 Kramer Road, Dayton, OH 45419

Don your finest vampire attire to attend this elegant Dark Shadows Ball. A portion of the proceeds go to Life Connection of Ohio. Get tickets here.

Halloween Market at Front Street – Dayton

Sunday, October 20 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Front Street Studios, 1001 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402

At this fall market, kids can paint a free pumpkin, enjoy free face painting, and more. Plus, there are so many amazing artist studios, galleries, and shops to explore. Outdoor vendors will be set up and there will be food trucks and more. Learn more here.

Boo & Brew Bar Crawl – Water Street District

Friday, October 25 5-9 p.m.

Join this spooky bar crawl with stops throughout Water Street District. Once you complete the crawl, pick up a t-shirt commemorating the occasion. Learn more here.

Hauntfest – Oregon District

Saturday, October 26 7 p.m.-1 a.m.
Oregon District, 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402

Featuring live music, DJs, food and beer trucks, and street performers, Hauntfest is one unforgettable party. It’s also a great event to spot some of the best group costume ideas ever. Here’s where to get presale tickets.

Halloween Cocktail Party at Meridien – Uptown Centerville

Saturday, October 26 8 p.m.-12 a.m.
Meridien, 28 W Franklin St, Centerville, OH 45459

Enjoy spooky cocktails and delicious small plates in your favorite costume. Learn more here.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics – Grafton Hill

Saturday, October 26 8:30 p.m.
Dayton Masonic Center, 525 Riverview Ave, Dayton, OH 45405

Listen to Halloween-inspired music performed by a string quartet lit by candlelight. Get tickets here.

Stoddard Avenue Pumpkin Glow – Grafton Hill

Monday & Tuesday, October 28-29 6 p.m.- 10 p.m.
500 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH 45405

There’s no Halloween event that comes close to the experience of walking around hundreds of glowing jack-o’-lanterns in the dark at the Stoddard Avenue Pumpkin Glow. It’s perfect for families and anyone who could use a dose of Halloween spirit. You can also volunteer to help carve!

Haunted HeARTs – an art-infused Halloween Party Fundraiser – Downtown Dayton

Thursday, October 31 8 p.m.-12 a.m.
Dayton Arcade, 35 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402

OKO Studio is hosting an epic art-infused Halloween party and fundraiser benefiting Heartsiq, Culture Works, and United Arts Fund. This unforgettable event features DJs, immersive art installations, dancing, food and drinks, and much more. Get tickets here.

Eerie Echoes Silent Disco – Beavercreek

Saturday, November 2 8-11:30 p.m.
On Par Entertainment, 4464 Indian Ripple Road, Beavercreek, OH 45440

Featuring three channels to choose from, this spooky silent disco is also a Halloween party with a photo booth and 102 self-pour taps. Get tickets here.

Woodland Cemetery – UD Area

Open daily
118 Woodland Ave, Dayton, OH 45409

The History, Mystery, Mayhem, and Murder Lantern Tour of Woodland Cemetery appears to be all sold out, but visiting the cemetery is still an option for those looking for a spooky walk through one of Dayton’s most interesting and historic cemeteries. Learn more here. Walking around the cemetery is free, and open daily from 8 a.m.-7 p.m.