Columbus Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment 2026

9 Halloween movies, theater, and entertainment in Columbus and nearby

Movies, Theater, and Entertainment this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct The Rocky Horror Show at Garden Theater Illustration of a small theatre stage with red curtains where a smiling ghost and a witch perform for a costumed audience (The Rocky Horror Show at Garden Theater) thru31Oct Hitchcocktober at Gateway Film Center Illustration of an outdoor movie night on a lawn with a glowing screen, lawn chairs, pumpkins and string lights at dusk (Hitchcocktober at Gateway Film Center)

Other Halloween categories in Columbus

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees ColumbusFamily-Friendly Fall Activities38 family events Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights ColumbusHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties17 parties & tastings Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk ColumbusHaunted Experiences10 haunted attractions Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon ColumbusUnique Halloween Events17 unique events

About Movies, Theater, and Entertainment in Columbus

Columbus and its surrounding areas present a Halloween slate featuring everything from classic musicals to immersive theatrical experiences. If you're seeking a downtown drag show, or perhaps a more traditional stage production further afield, there are choices to consider.

From cinematic retrospectives to murder mysteries, various venues are hosting seasonal entertainments. Whether you prefer a ticketed event or a performance that welcomes the sober community, the region has a Halloween show, movie, or theater piece for your consideration.

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