Bloomington Halloween 2025

Bloomington Family-Friendly Fall Activities

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Downtown Bloomington Trick or Treat

Friday, October 24, 2025

📍 Downtown Bloomington

302 South College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47403

(0.5 mi from Bloomington)

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💰 Budget: FREE

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⚡ Energy: Low

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Join the 11th annual Downtown Bloomington Trick or Treat Walk for a festive Halloween celebration. Families and children are invited to don their best costumes and explore downtown businesses, collecting treats along the way. This community event offers a fun and safe way to celebrate the holiday.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children

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Trick or Treat Trail

Saturday, October 4, 2025

📍 RCA Community Park

1400 W RCA Park DR, Bloomington, IN 47403

(1.8 mi from Bloomington)

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💰 Budget: $

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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Experience a magical Halloween adventure at the Trick or Treat Trail! Children can meet their favorite storybook and fairy-tale characters along a scenic paved path. The event also features a fun-filled carnival with games, a scavenger hunt, and plenty of costumes.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children

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Halloween With The Horses

Saturday, October 25, 2025

📍 PALS

7644 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN 47403

(7.4 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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Saddle up for a spooktacular Halloween celebration at 'Halloween With The Horses'! This family-friendly event features a unique trick-or-treat experience on the Sensory Trail, creative pumpkin decorating, and live music. Capture memories at the photo booth, enjoy face painting, and explore offerings from local food trucks and vendors. A variety of ticketed activities, including horse meet-and-greets and farm games, ensure fun for all ages.

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⭐ Best For: Families and children

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Fowler Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, September 20, 2025

📍 Fowler Pumpkin Patch

5060 N. Greene County Line Road, Bloomington, IN 47403

(9.7 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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Discover fall traditions at Fowler Pumpkin Patch, open September 20 - November 1, 2025. Explore a U-pick pumpkin patch, navigate a unique sun-shaped corn maze supporting melanoma cancer awareness, and enjoy hayrides. Special events include Haunted Hayrides and Trunk or Treat. Free admission and parking make it an accessible outing for all.

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⭐ Best For: Families and fall enthusiasts

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Haunted Hall of Hoops

Thursday, October 30, 2025

📍 Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall

(1.1 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Low

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Experience a spooky and fun-filled evening at the Haunted Hall of Hoops, hosted by Indiana's men's and women's basketball teams. This free event invites families to enjoy an evening of Halloween festivities within the iconic Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Players will be on hand to distribute candy, sign autographs, and participate in games, offering attendees a unique chance to win prizes.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children

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The Apple Butter Festival (Spencer, IN)

Saturday, September 20, 2025

📍 Spencer

(15.2 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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The annual Apple Butter Festival, hosted by The Spencer Lions Club, is a cherished community tradition celebrating the third weekend in September. This vibrant festival features over 120 art and craft vendors, 17 food vendors, live music, and a lively parade. Attendees can enjoy a baking contest, a fun zone for kids, and a classic car cruise-in, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.

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⭐ Best For: Families and community members

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Great Glass Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, October 4, 2025

📍 Bloomington Courthouse Lawn

(1.4 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Low to medium

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Discover the magic of the Great Glass Pumpkin Patch, where over 1,000 unique, hand-blown glass pumpkins are displayed and available for purchase. Crafted by talented apprentices, these artistic creations bring color and joy to the fall season. Attend the special Pumpkin Preview for early access or visit the main patch on the courthouse lawn. It's a festive way to support glass art education and find a one-of-a-kind treasure.

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⭐ Best For: Families, art enthusiasts, gift shoppers

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Bloomington Haunted Experiences

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Bakers Junction Haunted Train

📍 Bakers Junction Haunted Train

7898 South Fairfax Road, Bloomington, IN 47401

(7.6 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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Dare to ride the Bakers Junction Haunted Train, a terrifying Halloween attraction. This event offers a unique and spooky train journey filled with frights and eerie scenes. Prepare for a night of Halloween thrills designed to scare and entertain visitors of all ages.

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⭐ Best For: Thrill-seekers, halloween enthusiasts

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The Barn of Terror

📍 The Barn of Terror

8792 N Old St Rd 37, Bloomington, IN 47408

(4.1 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: High

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Prepare for a terrifying experience at The Barn of Terror, ranked as Indiana's 6th best haunted house. This attraction features a rough, uneven dirt floor and a musty, damp environment enhanced by fog machines and strobe lights. Actors in costume may be present, and accidental contact is possible in the darkness. While suitable for all ages, it is known to be very scary for some. Exits are available for those who need to leave early.

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⭐ Best For: Thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts

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Forbidden Hollows Haunted Farm (Bedford, IN)

Saturday, October 4, 2025

📍 Forbidden Hollows Haunted Farm

639 Anderson Rd, Bedford, IN 47421

(21.1 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate to high

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Dare to enter Forbidden Hollows Haunted Farm, a premier Halloween destination. They offer a terrifying haunted farm experience and a family-friendly hayride, ensuring thrills for all. Located just outside Bedford, Indiana, it's the perfect place to embrace the spooky season.

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⭐ Best For: Thrill-seekers and families looking for halloween fun

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Bloomington Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

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Dennis James Hosts Halloween

Thursday, October 16, 2025

📍 Indiana University Auditorium

1211 East 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405

(0.5 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Moderate

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Experience Bloomington's favorite musical mastermind, Dennis James, for his annual spooky spectacular. This unique Halloween event features a live radio reenactment of 'Waxworks' accompanied by the grand pipe organ, followed by a screening of the 1924 German silent horror film of the same name, complete with a chilling Jack the Ripper segment. Audience members are encouraged to participate in a costume contest and a post-show Q&A.

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⭐ Best For: Halloween enthusiasts, film buffs, music lovers

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Spooky Beats and Theater Treats

Friday, October 17, 2025

📍 Buskirk-Chumley Theater

114 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408

(0.4 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Medium

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Get ready for a night of 'Spooky Beats and Theater Treats' at the historic Buskirk-Chumley Theater. This event promises a thrilling blend of live music and classic Halloween cinema, culminating in an unforgettable screening of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show.' Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere and enjoy a unique celebration of the season.

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⭐ Best For: Adults seeking a unique halloween experience

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Bloomington Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties

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Halloween Candy Pairing Tastings

Saturday, October 4, 2025

📍 Oliver Winery

200 East Winery Road, Bloomington, IN 47404

(8.0 mi from Bloomington)

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⚡ Energy: Low

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Delight in a unique Halloween-themed wine and candy pairing experience at Oliver Winery. This popular event guides you through delightful pairings of your favorite childhood candies with expertly crafted Oliver wines in a cozy cellar setting. Reservations are required for this limited-space event.

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⭐ Best For: Adults seeking a unique tasting experience

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Bloomington Other Halloween Activities

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Festival of Ghost Stories

Friday, October 24, 2025

📍 Bryan Park

1001 S Henderson St., Bloomington, IN 47401

(0.7 mi from Bloomington)

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💰 Budget: FREE

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⚡ Energy: Low - relaxed outdoor event.

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Experience a night of spine-chilling tales at the Festival of Ghost Stories in Bryan Park. Presented by the Bloomington Storytellers Guild and Monroe County Public Library, this special anniversary event features favorite ghost stories from the past five decades. Join special guest Stephanie Holman for a spooky performance under the stars. Bring a blanket and chair for this event, recommended for adults, teens, and older children.

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⭐ Best For: Storytelling enthusiasts, families with older children, those seeking a spooky autumn evening.

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Dearly Departed Cemetery Tours

Saturday, October 11, 2025

📍 Rose Hill Cemetery

1100 W. Fourth St., Bloomington, IN

(1.1 mi from Bloomington)

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Step back in time with the Dearly Departed Cemetery Tours at Rose Hill Cemetery. Guided by reenactors, these walking tours delve into the secrets beneath the stones and uncover the area's haunted history. Participants will explore the grounds and hear captivating stories that bring the past to life. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate attire are recommended for this unique historical experience.

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⭐ Best For: History buffs and those interested in local lore

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