Irvington Halloween Festival

Schedule

October 19 2024

9am - 1pm : Wellness Fair - Irvington Presbyterian Church

Healthcare shouldn't be scary.?Event includes Blood Drive Screenings, HIV Testing, Drug Take Back & Flu Vaccinations.

8pm-11pm : Halloween Ball - Our Lady of Lourdes

Step into a nostalgic night of 'Love Amongst the Stars' at our Halloween Adult Prom! Dance the night away to tunes from Roughouse, but beware… the queen of the prom might just get her revenge!

Whether you come dressed to impress or to honor the King classic, this is one prom everyone's bound to have a night to remember... or never forget.

Join us for an evening of dancing, eerily elegant attire, and a bit of telekinetic mayhem… just make sure to watch your back!
Passed hors d'oeuvres and beverage ticket are included with ticket price, along with music and entertainment. Cash bar to include beer and wine.This is a 21+ event

October 20 2024

6pm : Spooky Organ Concert - Our Lady of Lourdes Church

The Spooky Organ Concert is back, featuring Broadway standards, classic rock, and keyboard masterpieces celebrating "Songs and Dances of Death." Baritone Daniel Narducci returns, as do Dominic Duray, Erik Scull, Our Lady of Lourdes (OLL) father-and-son power duo Tad and Heath Nelson, and the OLL choir to close the evening with a few sing-alongs.

October 21 2024

7pm-9pm: Art Auction - Benton House
It's A-live... Auction that is!
For the first time since 2020... Join us at The Benton House for a live, in-person silent auction of the 2024 Poster Contest entries, including a live auction for the top three winning posters!
Along with additional prize packages, place your bid for a piece of Irvington Halloween history.
Charcuterie & beverages included, limited space available. No RSVP or ticket necessary.

October 22 2024

7:30pm: Horror Shorts Movie Night - Kan-Kan Cinema
A Night of Alle-gory!
The Good Time Ghouls are back to guide us through the evening at a new haunt: Kan-Kan Cinema.
Once again, Heartland Film and the Irvington Halloween Festival bring you Horror Shorts! This year we have 7 new shorts from around the globe. Come & see 2024's vision of reality.
While these are not MPAA rated films, please consider them similar to Rated R.

A Night of Spirits?
Séance & Readings

You have been invited to a gathering of mediums and psychic readers. Advance tickets sales ONLY - no ticket sales at the door.
There will be two, limited-seating, séances (one from 6:30 to 8:00 and one from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m.) where three mediums will communicate with your dearly departed loved ones and impart the messages to you.
This is a $30 ticketed event.
The evening will include:
Refreshments
Spirits of all kinds
$10 (cash) Psychic Readings (5:30 pm - 11 pm) With Séance ticket purchase only: Jan DeFerbarche, of the Magick Candle, will host readers at this event. You may get as many or as few readings as you like on a first come, first serve basis.
Tickets are extremely limited to the séance and sell out quickly, so stop into the Magick Candle!

The Magick Candle
6125 E. Washington St., Indianapolis
317-357-1101

October 23 2024

Family Movie Night
Join us in Irvington for a family night at the movies!

October 24 2024

7pm : A Night Out In Sleepy Hollow -Irvington Public Library

Join us for this special Irvington tradition where you will hear haunted tales from our writing contest winners, enjoy spooky delicious beverages from our friends at Snug, and watch a special performance from the witches of Irvington! Plus, what halloween is complete without a reading of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?
Irvington was named for Washington Irving (born April 3, 1783, died November 28, 1859), an American short story writer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. He is best known for the short stories “Rip Van Winkle" (1819) and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” (1820).?

October 25 2024

6:30 pm: Zombie Bike Ride - Irvington Public Library

Join the Historic Irvington Halloween Festival as we promote health, wellness, and activity, and Halloween in a Zombie-themed community bike ride!
Put on your best living dead wear, gather your family and friends, and get on your bikes and ride to the Irvington Branch Indianapolis Public Library, 5625 E Washington St. Neighbors line the streets, wave from their porches, and cheer on the Zombie cyclists with excitement for this beloved Historic Irvington Halloween Festival tradition.
The Zombie Bike ride concludes at Irving Circle. There may even be a witch sighting or two!
This event is FREE to all ages.
Please Note: All riders need bike lights.

October 26 2024

Vampire Run

Join the fun at the Historic Irvington Halloween Festival with a 5K run/walk or 1-mile walk!
Enjoy the scenic South Irvington route and entry includes a timing bib, race t-shirt, and finisher's medal. Kids can participate in the free Little Bat Dash (free for kids 12 and under) and there's also a virtual 5K option for those unable to attend!

Historic Irvington Halloween Festival Street Fair

Don't miss the epic conclusion to a week of Halloween festivities! The Irvington Halloween Festival Street Fair is the ultimate celebration, bringing together thousands for a day of spooky fun. Indulge in delicious treats, explore unique shops, and enjoy thrilling entertainment. This is your chance to experience the heart of Irvington at its most magical time of year.

Schedule Of Events

4:00 Am    Roads Close (See Street Closures for details)
8:00 Am    Vampire Run packet pickup
9:30 Am    Vampire Run Begins!
10:00Am   Street Fair Begins!
                Canine Costume Contest Registration Begins (ONLY UNTIL 11am)
11:00 Am  In-person registration for Costume Contest Begins (ONLY UNTIL 12:30pm)
11:15 Am  Canine Costume Contest (owner & dog MUST be in judging area by 11:15am to participate!)
11:30 Am  Little Bat Dash!
12:00 Pm  Cackling Contest on Family Stage
12:30 Pm  In-person registration for Costume Contest CLOSES
                Canine Costume Contest Announcement from main stage
1:00 Pm    Costume Contest Ages 0-5
1:30 Pm    Costume Contest Ages 6-12
                Pumpkin Carving Contest Begins (Kids Zone)
2:00 Pm    Costume Contest Ages 13-17
2:15 Pm    Costume Contest: Adults
3:00 Pm    Kid Zone Activities CLOSE (to prepare for Parade!)
                Costume Contest: Groups (2 or more of any age)
4:00 Pm ?   Costume Contest, Window Painting, and House Decorating Contest Award Winners Announced from Main Stage
                Lineup for the Parade at IUMC
4:30Pm     Parade!

Main stage Lineup

10:25 Am - 10:55 Am    Jessie Phelps
11:00 Am - 11:50 Am    Jake Towe
12:20 Pm - 1:10 Pm      Jomberfox
1:40 Pm  - 2:30 Pm       The Palace
3:00 Pm  - 3:50 Pm       Union Suit Rally
4:00 Pm:  Contest Announcements

Historic Irvington Halloween Festival Parade
Join us for this beloved festival tradition at the street fair! Witness a sea of spooky creativity as families and pets parade in dazzling costumes during the Irvington Halloween Festival.

Sign up for the Parade

Date: October 19-26 2024

Location: Various Venues in Indianapolis

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