Lorain County Metro Parks Halloween Fair
Visitors can wander a family-friendly trail featuring attractions like Pumpkin Lagoon before the path transforms into a scary haunted trail with mechanical props and live actors. Guests can also ride the Boo Choo train along the Children's Nature Discovery Trail to see inflatable characters and themed displays. The fair includes carnival midway games, food vendors, and entertainment like a live DJ, face painters, and balloon artists.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
$7 per person; children three and under are free. Admission includes access to the haunted walking trail and rides on the Little Green Choo and Pumpkin Express tram. Midway Games tickets are purchased separately at the game-ticket booth, cash only. Tickets are limited and available by pre-sale only.
Hours
Event: 4:30–9:30 pm; Family Friendly Trail: 4:30–6:30 pm; Spooky Trail: 7:00–9:30 pm. Parking gates close at 9:00 pm and the admissions booth closes at 9:15 pm.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Food booths and vendors are part of the fair.
Parking
Parking is only available at the Carlisle Visitor Center. Parking is free, carpooling is encouraged, and staff will direct parking. Parking gates close at 9:00 pm.
Accessibility
Both the train and tram can accommodate wheelchairs, and accessible portable restrooms are available on-site.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Carpooling is encouraged because parking is limited to the Carlisle Visitor Center.
- Bring cash if you plan to play midway games, as game tickets must be purchased separately at the booth.
- Flashlights, costume masks, strollers through stations, alcohol, and dogs are strictly prohibited.
Special Events & Promotions
- All-Abilities Day is listed separately for Oct. 8, with reduced lights and sounds and fewer tickets for shorter waits.
- On All-Abilities Day, haunted-trail trams are available first-come, first-served for mobility needs; the train and tram can accommodate wheelchairs.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if it rains?
The event continues through rain, but may be canceled in the event of high winds, lightning, or thunder.
Are strollers permitted on the haunted trail?
Strollers are not allowed to be taken through the stations on the trail.
Can visitors wear masks?
No, masks are prohibited for visitor safety.
Are pets allowed at the event?
Dogs are not permitted at the event, but service animals are welcome.
Are food or drinks allowed on the trail?
No, food and drinks are not permitted on the trail.
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