Finally. Summer is over. 

I am a typical summer-hating goth – I don’t like beaches, baseball, heat or sunlight, and I ain’t sorry to see summer go. Ever. 

So, of course, Halloween is my favorite holiday. It’s my Christmas, but better. I gathered up an all-inclusive list of things to do around Cleveland to celebrate Halloween, some better-known and bigger than others, and I made sure to keep it weird. 

Let us know if you’re hosting or know of a Halloween event you’d like to see in our list: 

Near West Theatre Historic Haunts Tour 

  • When: Thursday, Oct. 1, through Saturday, Oct. 3
  • Where: 6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: A lantern-lit, guided tour filled with history and spooky urban legends in the Gordon Square Arts District. $8 for kids; $15 for adults. 

Lunch on Fridays – Through The Glass Darkly: A Brief History of Occult Cinema

  • When: Friday, Oct. 2, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.
  • Where:  Cleveland Institute of Art, 11610 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: The Cleveland Institute of Art hosts a lunchtime conversation on films about dark arts and witchcraft with the director of the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick, Steven Intermill. Free to attend.

One Night at The Chamber

  • When: Friday, Oct. 2, 9 p.m. Postponed!
  • Where:  Mercury Music Lounge, 18206 Detroit Ave., Lakewood
  • Details: Elder goths can relive the dark magic of the beloved nightclub, The Chamber, and support the Mercury, which is set to re-open soon following a roof collapse and a two-month-long closing. And yes, Cat will be at the bar, IYKYK. 

Eerie Cleve Horror’s Halloween Sale

  • When: Friday, Oct. 2, through Sunday, Oct. 4
  • Where: 3474 W. 150th St., Cleveland
  • Details: Shop local for your Halloween decorations this year at Eerie Cleve Horror’s Halloween Sale.  

The Cleveland Moms’ Fourth Annual Halloween Spooktaculars – East and West Side Editions

  • When: Sundays, Oct. 4 (West) and Oct. 11 (East), 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
  • Where: North Olmsted Recreation Center Field House and Lost Nation Sports Park, Willoughby
  • Details: TheClevelandMoms.com hosts a family day, one in Willoughby, one in North Olmsted, with trick-or-treating, local vendors, entertainment for the kiddos and more. Free to attend.

Riverside Cemetery Yoga

  • When: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
  • Where: 3607 Pearl Road, Cleveland
  • Details: Meta Soul Yoga Studios hosts a yoga session in the stillness and serenity of Riverside Cemetery. $20.

Goth Night: Halloween Edition

  • When: Friday, Oct. 9, 10 p.m.
  • Where: B-Side Liquor Lounge, 2785 Euclid Hts. Blvd., Cleveland Heights 
  • Details: The B-Side Liquor Lounge in Coventry hosts a Halloween edition of Goth Night with industrial, gothic and darkwave dance music. Costumes are encouraged. $10.   

Oktober’s Witches Night Market

  • When:  Saturday, Oct. 10, 4 to 10 p.m.
  • Where: Oktober’s, 12611 Madison Ave., Lakewood
  • Details: Hosted by the occult and witchcraft accessories shop Oktober’s, the night market will feature costumed actors and performers, tarot and past-life readings and other metaphysical fun. 

Boo on the Bank

  • When: Sunday, Oct. 11, noon to 3 p.m.
  • Where: East Bank of the Flats
  • Details: Boo on the Bank will have face-painting, trick-or-treating and entertainment for  little ones. 

Monroe Street Cemetery’s 2026 Zombie Run and Lurch

  • When: Sunday, Oct. 11, 9 a.m.
  • Where: Clark Field, 2820 Quigley Road, Cleveland
  • Details: Monroe Street Cemetery hosts the 2026 Zombie Run and Lurch along the Towpath Trail in Tremont. Participants are highly encouraged to dress in their most grotesque zombie costumes. Run, $35; walk, $25. Register here. 

The Zombie Run and Lurch is just one of the events Monroe Street Cemetery hosts throughout the Halloween season. There’s also the Coffee and Coffins Hearse Cruise-in on Oct. 4 and trick-or-treating in the cemetery on Oct. 25. Read our story from last year to learn more. Free to attend. 

Monroe street cemetery in Cleveland

Got the Morbs LIVE at Vinyl Groove Records

  • When: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 7 to 9 p.m.
  • Where: Vinyl Groove Records, 5100 Pearl Road, Cleveland
  • Details: Local true-crime and paranormal podcast Got the Morbs will record their show live at Vinyl Groove Records. $5. 

Alger Cemetery Walk

  • When: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m.
  • Where: Municipal lot at 16906 Albers Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Hear ghost stories, history and more with cemetery guide Ross Basset at West Park’s Alger Cemetery. Free to attend. 

Ghostbusters in Concert

  • When: Thursday, Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m.
  • Where: Northfield Park Racino, 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield
  • Details: Watch the “Ghostbusters” film with its score performed by a live orchestra. Tickets start at $56.90. 

Blood Barge Cleveland

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
  • Where: 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Goth Barge presents their annual vampire ball aboard the Lady Caroline. Tickets start at $55.  

The Cleveland Torso Murders Trolley Tour

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 12:45 p.m.
  • Where: 6000 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Sightsee In Cle hosts a trolley tour of notable spots associated with one of Cleveland’s most enduring murder mysteries. $95. 

A Very Spooky Forgotten Club Bangers Costume Party

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 p.m.
  • Where: B-Side Liquor Lounge, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights
  • Details: Several DJs will play hit club music from the 2000s at this Halloween-themed dance night. Costumes are encouraged. $15 in advance. 

4th Annual Cars and Candy

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2 to 5 p.m.
  • Where: O’Reilly Auto Parts, 14771 Snow Road, Brook Park
  • Details: A trunk-or-treat event for kids hosted in the auto parts store’s parking lot. Free to attend. 

Trick-or-treat at Steelyard Commons

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Where: Steelyard Commons, 3447 Steelyard Dr., Cleveland
  • Details: Face painting and glitter tattoos for kids, plus trick-or-treating at participating businesses. Free to attend. 

Paranormal Investigations

  • When:  Saturday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.  
  • Where:  Dunham Tavern Museum, 6709 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Participate in a hands-on paranormal investigation using equipment and techniques learned from ghost-hunting experts. $55 per person. 

12 Hours of Terror horror marathon

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2 p.m.
  • Where: Cedar-Lee Theatre, 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights
  • Details: Films being screened, six total, include “The Evil Dead” (1981), “Cabin Fever” (2002), and “The Tingler” (1959). Tickets starting at $35. 

Witch, Please! Bingo: For Good!

  • When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 5 p.m. 
  • Where: Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: This Halloween-themed drag show fundraiser benefits two local animal rescue organizations. $25 in advance.  

Canalway Buried History Days

  • When: Thursday, Oct. 22, through Sunday, Oct. 25
  • Where: Participating cemeteries around Cleveland
  • Details: “Designed to enlighten, not frighten,” Canalway’s Buried History Days takes attendees on historical tours of some of Cleveland’s oldest and most notable cemeteries telling tales of their most famous residents. Registration and ticketing varies by event.

Walking with Ghosts

  • When: Friday, Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m.
  • Where: Mimi Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square
  • Details: TV host and author Amy Bruni brings her live show telling stories of true-life paranormal experiences to Playhouse Square. Starts at $46.80.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

  • When: Friday, Oct. 23 and Oct. 30, shows at 6 and 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: Maltz Performing Arts Center, 1855 Ansel Road, Cleveland
  • Details: The Listeso String Quartet will perform Halloween Classics like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and the theme from “Stranger Things.” Starting at $33. 

House of Wills Tours

  • When: Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: 2491 E. 55th St., Cleveland
  • Details: Take an architectural and history tour of the former funeral home on East 55th Street with both a grand and creepy backstory. Learn more in our story from last year’s tours. $50.  
House of Wills in Cleveland.

East Cleveland Township Cemetery Halloween Tour

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 7 and 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: 1621 E. 118th St., Cleveland
  • Details: Take a Halloween-themed history tour of the East Cleveland cemetery to hear stories of its most notable residents. Bring your phone to take photos and to use as a flashlight. Free to attend.   

Goth-O-Ween

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 9 p.m.
  • Where: Winchester Music Tavern, 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood
  • Details: More than 400 goths and Halloween enthusiasts attended last year’s Goth-O-Ween event at the Winchester, dancing to different genres of synth-pop and industrial music and scary Halloween classics. $10.

Cleveland Maennerchor Halloween Party 

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 6 p.m.
  • Where: 4515 State Road, Cleveland
  • Details: The Cleveland Maennerchor Halloween Party will feature classic rock bands, Halloween-themed drinks, food and costume prizes. $10. 

Cleveland Metroparks Halloween 5K Run/Walk 

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. 
  • Where: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland
  • Details: Runners and walkers are encouraged to dress up in costume for an adventure through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. $30. 

The Lantern Theatre presents “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” 

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, Oct. 25, 2 p.m.
  • Where: Dunham Tavern Museum, 6709 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: The Lantern Theatre performs the legendary Halloween story. Enjoy fall treats like baked goods, coffee and cider with your show. General admission, $23.18. 

Cleveland Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Where: Great Northern Mall, 4954 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted
  • Details: Local vendors will be selling their handmade Halloween-themed goods, food, gifts and decor. Free to attend. 

Talk Death Halloween Scavenger Hunt at East Cleveland Township Cemetery

  • When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2 to 4:30 p.m.
  • Where: 1621 E. 118th St., Cleveland
  • Details: The Cleveland Death Society takes part in a nationwide scavenger hunt at East Cleveland Township Cemetery. Explore the cemetery looking for monuments and symbols to match the clues and win prizes.  

No Class 5th Annual Pumpkin Carving Party

  • When: Monday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m. 
  • Where: 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Cleveland’s best known LGBTQ/punk rock venue is hosting its 5th annual pumpkin carving party open to all ages. Free to attend, just bring your own pumpkin. 

Make Your Own Halloween Sock Puppets

  • When: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 4 p.m.
  • Where: Cleveland Public Library Eastman Branch, 11602 Lorain Ave. Cleveland
  • Details: Children ages 6 to 11 are invited to make their own Halloween sock puppets. Materials provided. Free to attend. 

XCSB Halloween Spooktacular

  • When: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6 p.m.
  • Where: No Class, 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: This Halloween-themed event features music by DJs from XCSB. Free to attend.

Operation Safe Halloween

  • When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Justice Center, 1200 Ontario St., Cleveland. (Event is on Lakeside Avenue.)
  • Details: Lakeside Avenue will be closed for trick-or-treaters between West 3rd and Ontario streets for the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s 12th annual Operation Safe Halloween trunk-or-treat. Free to attend. 

Halloween Seance in the Cellar

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
  • Where: CLE Urban Winery, 2180 Lee Road, Cleveland Hts. 
  • Details: Medium Michelle Falcone hosts a special Halloween Seance in the Cellar sharing personal messages from beyond for attendees. $40.

Halloween Trivia Night

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30, 7 to 11 p.m.
  • Where: Overlook Venue Event Center, 5313 Hauserman Road, Parma
  • Details: Trivia, goodies and a $300 costume contest prize all to support the Northeast Ohio SPCA. Tickets start at $28.52.  

Monster Mash at Dunlap’s

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.
  • Where: Dunlap’s Corner Bar, 3258 W. 32nd St. 
  • Details: Local promoter and artist Guice Mann hosts the Monster Mash featuring DJs, rappers and high-tech club visuals. Free to attend. 

Mushroomhead Annual Halloween show with Fear Factory

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 5:30 p.m.
  • Where: Cleveland Agora, 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
  • Details: Local metal band Mushroomhead’s popular long-running Halloween show also features longtime metal favorites Fear Factory. Starts at $53. 

Cleveland Halloween Bar Crawl 

  • When: Saturday Oct. 31, 4 to 10 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown Cleveland
  • Details: This downtown bar crawl will hit nine bars, offer three complimentary drinks or shots, and feature an after-party at the Whistle Tap Room. $15. 

Cleveland Maennerchor Halloween Film Festival

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 1 p.m.
  • Where: 4515 State Road, Cleveland
  • Details: The Cleveland Maennerchor Halloween Film Festival features showings of “Frankenstein,” “Young Frankenstein” and “Halloween.” $5. 

Emo Night Dark Carnival

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 9 p.m.
  • Where: The Winchester Music Tavern, 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood
  • Details: The Emo Night Dark Carnival features carnival games, a costume contest, and a dance floor filled with emo and pop-punk hits. Starts at $15.47. 

Cedar Point HalloWeekends

  • When: Throughout October
  • Where: 1 Cedar Point Way, Sandusky
  • Details: Cedar Point’s popular HalloWeekends event has been delighting and frightening visitors to the amusement park for nearly 30 years with live actors, special events and decorated scenery around the park. Starts at $59. 

Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House

  • When: Throughout October
  • Where: 7460 Brookpark Road, Cleveland
  • Details: One of Cleveland’s most popular haunted house experiences, often touted for its high quality of costuming, acting and set design. $29.99. 

Bloodview Haunted House

  • When: Throughout October
  • Where: 1010 Towpath Road, Broadview Heights
  • Details: Bloodview Haunted House, which has been scaring visitors since 1980, is run entirely by volunteers. The proceeds go to local charities. Starts at $20.

Spooky Ranch Haunted House

  • When: Throughout October
  • Where: 19066 East River Road, Columbia Station
  • Details: Spooky Ranch features haunted hayrides, several haunted houses, and 3-D glasses to enhance your experience in the new haunted zombie clown house. Starts at $25. 

Cleveland Metroparks’ Boo at the Zoo

  • When: Various days and times
  • Where: 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland
  • Details: A longtime popular event for kids, Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating at candy stations throughout the zoo, entertainment and rides on the Boomerang train. Starts at $20. 

Strange & Spooky Cleveland Haunted Bus Tours

  • When: Various dates and times throughout October
  • Where: All over Cleveland
  • Details: This tour visits haunted bridges, chilling cemeteries and more. $53. 

Pumpkins & Piranhas

  • When: Various dates in October
  • Where: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland
  • Details: This after-hours event at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium includes full access to the aquarium, photo ops, costumed exhibits and take-home bags for kids. $19.95.

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick 

  • When:  Open seven days a week, tours on the hour starting at noon
  • Where: 2155 Broadview Road, Cleveland 
  • Details: The Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick is open for tours.  $8 in advance. 

Story Road Halloween house

  • When: Now through October, lights turned on daily in the evenings 
  • Where: Story Road, Rocky River 
  • Details: Donate a non-perishable food item to benefit the Rocky River Assistance Program when you visit the Halloween house on Story Road in Rocky River. 

Scare-borough Road

  • When: Throughout October 
  • Where: Scarborough Road, Cleveland Heights 
  • Details: Take a drive down Scarborough Road in Cleveland Heights as it transforms into “Scare-borough” Road for Halloween.

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