How to Have a Scary Time in Southern Indiana

Fall and Halloween are in full swing and Southern Indiana is packed with fang-tastic haunts and happenings to celebrate the season. Here’s a round-up of thrills and chills taking place to have a spooktacular time in SoIN! From annual haunted experiences to fun fall festivals for the whole family, continue reading to find the best Halloween-season events for you.

Hair-raising Experiences

House of Anguish

House of Anguish, formerly known as "Literally, A Haunted House," is back this year at New Albany’s historic and legendary Culbertson Mansion. If you dare, take a tour of the Carriage House in the backyard. This year they're bringing you Eugene LaGriffe's Macabre Marvels - a showcase of the strange, dangerous, and inhuman.

Fun Fact: Over the years, mansion staff and volunteers have reported strange and unusual occurrences in the Carriage House, including electrical problems, mysterious figures moving from room to room, strange sounds after hours and missing items. So, yes, this is literally a haunted house! 

When: 7-11 p.m., every Friday and Saturday from September 27 - October 26
Where: 914 E. Main St., New Albany
Admission: $18 per person. Get your tickets online or at the door the night of the event 

Malice Manor 

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This haunted attraction located in Clarksville features more than 10,000 square feet of horror. Depicted as a dreamland of thrills and spine-tingling screams around every corner. Are you brave enough to endure the creatures that have escaped the mind of the Manor’s owner?

When: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. September 13, 14, 20 & 21; 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. September 27 & 28 and every Friday and Saturday in October
Where: 640 Providence Way, Clarksville 
Admission: General Admission - $25; Fast Pass - $40; Front of the Line - $60
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Danger Run

Billed as the “Most Fun You’ve Ever Had in Your Car,” Danger Run is one of the longest-operating Halloween attractions in the region. This immersive scavenger hunt-style game has you following clues in your car that lead you to fall and Halloween season attractions. Beat the game and you may qualify for prizes! Start your experience from the convenience of your driveway and never wait in line to start. 

When: Sept. 27 – Oct. 31. 
Where: Your Driveway! Visit DangerRun.com to begin. 
Admission: Danger Run costs $30 per carload (up to 6 people) and DOES NOT include admission to attractions. Include DAYTIME fall fun attractions for $35 per person for two attractions, including a family farm.  Include NIGHTTIME scary attractions for $35 for two haunts or $50 for three haunts.
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New Albany Wicked Walk 

Take a walking tour to explore all things wicked in downtown New Albany and hear the stories of strange and creepy happenings during a New Albany Wicked Walk. This is a historical tour, not a haunted house, where you’ll learn chilling, graphic and shocking details from the past! Be prepared to walk about two miles as the tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Held rain or shine. This year’s “Spooky Season” tours include Halloween and Hallowtide tours!

When: Visit NewAlbanyWickedWalk.com for specific details on tour times
Where: Tours takes place in downtown New Albany and typically meet at 202 East Market Street at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the event. 
Admission: Tickets are $25 per person plus sales tax.
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Clifty Falls of Fear Haunted House

Our neighbors to the east are hosting some scares of their own! Get ready for a THRILLING scare at the Clifty Falls of Fear Haunted House! Step into the spine-tingling Haunted House at Clifty Shelter – if you dare! Your visit supports the incredible Friends Group.

When: Friday, October 18 & 25 at 7 p.m. and October 19 & 26 at 10 p.m. 
Where: Clifty Falls State Park, 2221 Clifty Dr., Madison, IN 47250
Admission: $10 per person, doesn't include park entry

Stranger Things of SoIN Digital Passport

Explore SoIN's weird side with the free Stranger Things of SoIN digital passport! Hike around Rose Island, an abandoned 1920s amusement park, check out local oddities at the Clark County Museum and more! 
When: Year-round
Where: Clark & Floyd Counties
Price: FREE!

Trick and Trunk or Treat

A Haunting Good Time

Charlestown State Park’s annual Halloween family-friendly event, A Haunting Good Time, features trick-or-treating and festive decorations throughout the weekend and activities including night hikes, trick or treating, costume contests and more!

When:  October 18-20; See Charlestown State Park Facebook event for more details on activities throughout the weekend.
Where: Charlestown State Park, 12500 State Road 62, Charlestown
Admission: $7/vehicle for in state; $9/vehicle for out of state; free with annual Indiana state parks pass.  

Charlestown Trail and Treat - Wizard of Oz

The City of Charlestown's annual Trail and Treat event returns on October 25 at Greenway Park. Over the summer, the City of Charlestown partnered with Fine Arts students from Indiana University Southeast to create scenes from The Wizard of Oz, which will be set up along the trick-or-treat trail. Community organizations will be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters. Following Trail and Treat, families can stick around to watch the classic “The Wizard of Oz,” in the park. Concessions at the park will be open offering popcorn, hot dogs, chips, candy bars and drinks for sale. Food trucks –  Home Run Burger and Fries, Scotty Jo’s Concessions and Dippin' Dots will also be in attendance!

When: 5 – 8 p.m. October 27; Movie begins at 7 p.m.
Where: Greenway Park, 400 Market Street, Charlestown
Admission: Free 

City of New Albany's All Hallows Eve Celebration

Join Mayor Jeff Gahan and the City of New Albany at the All Hallows Eve Celebration, featuring a Trunk-or-Treat, inflatables, ghost stories, and a special performance by Darshwood the Magician!

When: October 26, 5 – 8 p.m. 
Where: New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater
Admission: Free

IUS Fest

IU Southeast has combined Homecoming and Fall Fest to create IUS Fest, welcoming alumni and the community to enjoy the beautiful campus and fun fall activities. Events include a trunk-or-treat, pumpkin painting, touch-a-truck, carnival games, cornhole and yard games, food trucks and a beer garden.

When: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. October 26
Where: 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany
Admission: Free to attend

Fright Fair on Spring Street

The 3rd Annual Fright Fair on Spring Street returns to Jeffersonville on October 28. Hosted by Bad Cat Boutique and The Alcove, the block party is a family-friendly event featuring more than 30 artisan booths, live music, beer and grub. Spring Street will close from 12-6 p.m. for shopping, trick-or-treating, street magic, face painting, aerial performances and more! Costumes are encouraged! Head to the after party at the Alcove at 10 p.m.

When: Noon – 6 p.m. October 26; After Party at 10 p.m.
Where: Spring Street, Jeffersonville
Admission: Free

Floyd County Halloween in the Park

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Sam Peden Community Park with trunk-or-treating, pumpkin decorating and more!

When: 3 – 6 p.m. October 20
Where: Sam Peden Community Park, 3037 Grant Line Rd, New Albany, IN 47150
Admission: Free

More Halloween & Fall Events

Harvest Homecoming

Longtime Southern Indiana tradition, Harvest Homecoming, is back for 2024 and will be taking over downtown New Albany when the festival celebrates its 56th year with the theme "Autumn Sock-Hop." Click here for your guide to this year's festival!
When: October 5 - 13 
Where: Downtown New Albany, IN 47150

Dracula at Derby Dinner Playhouse

Embrace the thrills and chills of the season with dinner and a showing of Dracula at Derby Dinner Playhouse from October 3 - November 10. 

When: Show dates & ticket costs vary; view showtimes and ticket sales here 
Where: 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN 47129

Paint at Viva Art

Add to your Halloween décor when you make your own Halloween-themed painting this October at Viva Art. 

When: Dates & Cost Varies; View October Calendar & Pricing Here
Where: 300 Spring Street, Suite 1A (lower level), Jeffersonville

Costumes & Cocktails

This one's for the grown-ups! Costumes & Cocktails is the perfect place to show off your favorite costume and enjoy live music, themed drinks and great food. Plus, there will be a costume contest with prizes! Attendees must be 21+. 
When: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, October 30
Where: The Depot at NoCo, 701 Michigan Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN
Admission: FREE

Fall Harvest Hayride 

Get ready to immerse yourself in the irresistible allure of fall's wonders at Lapping Park during the Fall Harvest Hayride. Enjoy delicious hot chocolate as you’re taken on a journey through the park on the wagon hayride. Returning this year is the delightful petting zoo! Get up close and personal with a variety of friendly animals, from adorable bunnies to fluffy alpacas. It's an interactive experience that will surely warm your heart and bring joy to all ages. The event also includes live music and a campfire with s'mores! 

When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, November 1
Where: Lapping Park, 2404 Greentree N, Clarksville, IN 
Admission: Bring a single canned good per person to contribute to a worthy cause. 

Autumn on the River

​Visit Bethlehem, nestled on the banks of the Ohio, for Autumn on the River!
Come see the fall colors and participate in the activities of this annual festival, including arts and crafts, a parade and games. Plus, enjoy delicious food and live music.
When: 10 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. October 19 & 20
Where: 206 Schoolhouse Aly, Bethlehem, IN 47104
Admission: FREE

Festi-Fall

Join Community Action of Southern Indiana (CASI) for Festi-Fall at the Depot! Enjoy an evening filled with fun, friends, and delicious food from the best food trucks in Southern Indiana. Listen to live music from the Jesse Lees, win exciting prizes including bourbon, wine, and premium packages, and hear inspiring stories of personal success. Support CASI's mission to empower families and communities striving for self-sufficiency.

When: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., October 18
Where: The Depot at NoCo, 701 Michigan Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN
Admission: $84 Buy Tickets

Check our events calendar for more Halloween and fall events! 

If you’re looking for more festive fun in the area, Louisville has several haunted houses and Halloween events, including haunted cruises aboard the Belle of Louisville, Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom, and the popular Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular.  And in the meantime, we “witch” you a Happy Halloween!

Did we miss an event? Send an e-mail with event details to anna@gosoin.com.