Columbia Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Columbia and nearby
Columbia welcomes Halloween 2026 near the Mizzou campus and the Columns, turning iconic spots into scenes of spine-tingling fun.
Halloween offerings include haunted adventures, seasonal events and frightful fun with hayrides, costume nights and community harvest gatherings.
Editor's Picks
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Boo! Baby Story & Play Time
Not-too-spooky Halloween story session and activities for babies.
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"Apples and Pumpkins" - Read-Aloud and Activities
Storytime and mini pumpkin painting for toddlers and preschoolers.
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Crafternoon - Painted Pumpkins
Mess-free mini pumpkin painting and decorating session for adults.
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Creepy Crafts
Spooky craft-making session for teens and adults with snacks provided.
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Mini Pumpkin Decorating for Adults of All Abilities
No-carve pumpkin decorating designed for adults with disabilities and caregivers.
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Halloween Trail at the Y
· Jefferson City
Trick-or-treating and fitness challenges for kids in costume.
Browse Halloween Near Columbia by Category
Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Not-too-spooky Halloween story session and activities for babies.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Tasting event with live classic rock music
Haunted Experiences
Tour the historic Missouri State Penitentiary, a former prison operating for 168 years.
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Mess-free mini pumpkin painting and decorating session for adults.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Columbia
- Zombie Pub Crawl Returns to Downtown Columbia Published: Fri, Oct 9, 2026
- Columbia Businesses Prepare for Halloween Season Published: Sun, Oct 4, 2026
Columbia Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
Halloween in Nearby Cities
Halloween Road Trips & Weekend Getaways
Bigger Halloween scenes worth the drive