Pumpkin and lantern Halloween events near Dayton

Best Halloween events for kids near Dayton OH 2017

Halloween is right around the corner, and while we’re sure you already have your trick-or-treating route and costume all picked out, did you know that there are a variety of other Halloween-themed activities happening near Dayton besides just the obvious city-wide trick-or-treat? Keep reading to learn about a few of our favorites! 

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Halloween events 2017 near Dayton  

Fairborn Halloween Festival 
Where: Fairborn, OH 
When: October 20-22  

Miami Valley’s largest Halloween party is right around the corner, offering family fun for all ages. Amusement rides, arts and crafts, a haunted museum, spooky parade, and zombie walk are just a few of the activities planned for the three-day event!

Kids Night In 
Where: Beavercreek, OH 
When: October 20 

If you’re hoping to develop your little one’s life skills with some educational and enjoyable Halloween fun, we recommend dropping the kids off at Kids Night In in Beavercreek. Kids will be able to choose between multiple sewing projects with step-by-step instructions! 

Boo at the Zoo 
Where: Akron, OH 
When: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29 

Looking for a Halloween event that is fun for the whole family, whether it be the baby of the family or Great Grandpa? Boo at the Zoo is sure to keep the fam entertained with plenty of candy for the kids to collect and plenty of animals for adults to meet. 

Family preparing to trick-or-treat
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