Halloween at Thurber House (Family-Friendly & FREE)

Schedule

Sat Oct 11 2025 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

91 Jefferson Ave, Columbus, OH 43215-3840, United States | Columbus, OH

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During this FREE family-friendly drop-in event, come celebrate Halloween at Thurber House with mini pumpkin/gourd painting and other interactive activities (1:00-3:15 pm), a teaser performance of The Nightmare Before Christmas (3:15-4:00 pm), sweet treats, and more!
You can stop by any time between 1:00-4:00 pm, but you must RSVP on our website.
This event is best suited for ages 6+ (minors must have at least one adult with them). You can participate in as many activities as you like. Costumes are welcome!
1:00-3:15 PM: MINI PUMPKIN/GOURD PAINTING
Paint a creative masterpiece to take home with you. We’ll supply the mini pumpkins, gourds, and paint.
1:00-3:15 PM: INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES
Special guest Mouth of the Wolf Productions will lead theater-inspired interactive activities that are fun for all ages. Come play with us!
3:15-4:00 PM: TEASER PERFORMANCE OF THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS
Whether you’re a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas or you’re new to the story, come enjoy a teaser performance of some of the most classic scenes by nonprofit theater program Mouth of the Wolf Productions.
Learn more and register: https://www.thurberhouse.org/fall-events-2025/halloween-family-friendly
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Where is it happening?

91 Jefferson Ave, Columbus, OH 43215-3840, United States

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Thurber House

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