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Covington's Halloween 2025 arrives in MainStrasse Village and along the riverfront with spooky entertainment, parades and historic hauntings. Programs showcase spooky entertainment, fall festivals and Halloween attractions across the downtown and waterfront.
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Top Halloween In and Around Covington
- USS Nightmare Haunted Steamboat (Newport)
- Newport Aquarium's Underwater Pumpkin Glow (Newport)
- The Haunted Library presents, The Curse of StoneVault Castle (Independence)
- Cincinnati Fear Fest (Williamsburg)
- Behringer-Crawford Museum's Halloween Hoopla
- Sandyland Acres Haunted Hayride (Petersburg)
- Oktoberfest Zinzinnati (Cincinnati)
- Jack O'Lantern Glow (Cincinnati)
- Kings Island Halloween Haunt (Mason)
- Area 13 Haunted House (Oxford)
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Covington Halloween
Covington Haunted Experiences
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Step aboard the USS Nightmare, a haunted steamboat on the Ohio River, for a terrifying Halloween experience. This historic vessel, once a dredge boat, is now resurrected as a living nightmare, frozen in the aftermath of the infamous Mitchell Massacre. Dare to explore its dark and sinister past, where all who enter are haunted by its secrets. Multiple tour options are available, from the family-friendly "Lights On Matinee" to the intensely frightening "Captain's Extreme Tour."
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Dare to enter StoneVault Castle, where a centuries-old curse has lured many to their doom. Greedy Goblins, enchanted by the promise of riches, have invaded this infamous fortress. Venture into the unending darkness within its walls and attempt to break the dangerous 'Gold Sickness' curse. This immersive experience is suitable for adults, teens, and tweens.
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Prepare for spine-chilling terror at Cincinnati Fear Fest, Ohio's premier haunted attraction. This immersive Halloween event features four distinct haunted houses, a vibrant ghost town festival, and three secret bars offering themed cocktails. Experience live music and DJs, and for the truly brave, 'Glow Stick Fright Nights' offer a pitch-black survival challenge.
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Prepare for a night of spine-chilling terror at Sandyland Acres, featuring their infamous haunted hayride and the terrifying Haunted Barn. This attraction is designed to deliver screams and frights for those brave enough to enter.
Covington Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Dive into a unique fall spectacle at Newport Aquarium's Underwater Pumpkin GLOW! Explore beloved exhibits transformed with gourd-geous, glowing pumpkin sculptures, including a massive underwater octopus. Watch as animals enjoy special pumpkin treats and enrichment, making for a memorable, family-friendly adventure.
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Families can celebrate Halloween early at the Behringer-Crawford Museum's fourth annual Halloween Hoopla. Little ghosts and goblins can enjoy trick-or-treating, festive crafts, and hand-painting. The event culminates in a costumed parade and a special puppet show performance of 'Sleepy Hollow: Ichabod Returns!'
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