Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Legends & Lanterns®)

Legends & Lanterns®

Set against the backdrop of historic Main Street, this festival features scarecrows, ghostly guests, and vintage Halloween charm from the 1910s through the 1930s. Visitors encounter traditions inspired by Victorian and Druidic customs alongside ethereal atmospheres drawn from American ghost stories and Brothers Grimm fairy tales. The experience offers a blend of silly and macabre fun suitable for visitors of all ages.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

discoverstcharles.com

When

Tickets

Free.

Hours

Saturdays 11 AM–6 PM; Sundays 12–5 PM; Friday 10/24 5–8 PM in the summary. The detailed schedule says Friday 10/23 5–8 PM and Saturday 10/24 11 AM–8 PM.

Ages

Guests of all ages

Neighborhood

Historic Main Street

Going?

Location

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Main Street · 230 S. Main St., Saint Charles, MO 63301 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Visitors of all ages seeking vintage halloween fun

Vibe

Vintage, silly, and macabre

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Links & Contact

Run by Greater St. Charles Convention and Visitors Bureau

Website / Tickets Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the event suitable for children?

Yes, the festival offers fun for guests of all ages.

What kinds of characters and themes will visitors see?

The festival features scarecrows and ghostly guests, drawing inspiration from 1910s–1930s Halloween traditions, Victorian and Druid customs, American ghost stories, and Brothers Grimm fairy tales.

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