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Trick-or-Treat Trail is back for the WHOLE EVENT!The Spooky Trail will be interspersed throughout the main pathway and F...
10/14/2026

Trick-or-Treat Trail is back for the WHOLE EVENT!

The Spooky Trail will be interspersed throughout the main pathway and Fort Boone will be closed to visitors.

Lighting and effects won't be turned on until sunset (6:30).

We have Scare Actors on the trail, if you don't want them to interact with you, you can pick up a lit necklace from the information booth at the Hayride Unloading Area.

Get your transportation tickets now at https://HauntingOnTheHill2026.eventbrite.com

CALLING ALL GHOSTS & GHOULS! We’re looking for volunteer Scare Actors for Frankfort’s favorite Halloween festival, Haunt...
10/13/2026

CALLING ALL GHOSTS & GHOULS! We’re looking for volunteer Scare Actors for Frankfort’s favorite Halloween festival, Haunting on the Hill!

This October 17th, 5pm-11pm, Haunting on the Hill returns for the fifth year in a row, featuring hayrides, a Trick or Treat Trail, food & drink trucks, pumpkin painting, face painting, a corn pit, an EPIC Spooky Trail, and more!

Registering as a Scare Actor means that you will be volunteering as a performer on the Spooky Trail to frighten guests as they pass through the trail. In the following week, we will contact you with more details regarding the event, set-up, parking, rules of the Spooky Trail, and what to expect overall. At this time we anticipate at least 1,500 guests to attend the event.

This event is FREE to any individual who wishes to participate.

The Spooky Trail will be open for the duration of the event, 5pm-11pm. Scare Actors are welcome to volunteer for the Spooky Trail for as much or as little time as they wish.

Want to get in on the fun? Email [email protected] to learn more, or click here to register: https://forms.gle/S2hM5joQo6wfchWy5

This week is Haunting on the HillHayrides, trick-or-treat, spooky trails, b**r garden, food trucks--there's fun for the ...
10/13/2026

This week is Haunting on the Hill

Hayrides, trick-or-treat, spooky trails, b**r garden, food trucks--there's fun for the whole family up on Fort Hill!

The tickets for this event guarantee transportation into the park.

To ensure our park neighbors aren't impacted by traffic, we ask that all hayride participants meet at 300 Mero Street, Frankfort KY 40601 where they will take a Frankfort Transit bus to the Hayride Loading Area. Staff will be there to help load the shuttles and answer any questions you may have.

Where do we park?

Parking is available at your discretion. Good news, Frankfort has ample parking near the Hayride Shuttles! Here are some options at various price points.

Free street parking is available throughout downtown on Saturdays

The Transit Center Parking Garage (510 Clinton St., Frankfort, KY 40601) is a pay-to-park option across the street from the shuttle loading zone. At the time this is published, fees are $1.00/hour with a $5.00 max.

There is a state-owned garage next to the Mayo-Underwood Building (200 Mero St. Frankfort, KY 40601)

Free parking is available at the Farmer's Market and at Riverview Park, but please cross the very busy Wilkinson Boulevard safely. If you park at Riverview Park, we recommend using the over-the-street Pedestrian Way to cross safely.

Get your HOTH transportation ticket at https://HauntingOnTheHill2026.eventbrite.com

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP!Sign your business up now for Frankfort favorite Halloween event!!!Haunting on the Hil...
10/12/2026

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP!

Sign your business up now for Frankfort favorite Halloween event!!!

Haunting on the Hill: Trick-or-Treat Trail

Registering for the Trick-or-Treat (ToT) Trail means that you will be responsible for giving out candy along the trail.

Sign up now at https://forms.gle/m1Va21aMkqrGs3rc7

Join us for a bewitchingly delightful evening of magic, mystery, and spirits at Witches Night Out – a cocktail stroll th...
10/09/2026

Join us for a bewitchingly delightful evening of magic, mystery, and spirits at Witches Night Out – a cocktail stroll through the heart of Downtown Frankfort. Embrace the enchantment on the spookiest night of the year, Friday, October 9, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 10PM. Powered by Community Trust Bank.
This is the ultimate "ladies night out" experience, perfect for those who seek a dash of spooky fun and friendship.

Event Details
📅 Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 10 PM
📍 Starting Point: Capital City Museum (325 Ann St, Frankfort, KY 40601) Event is throughout downtown with music on St. Clair Street until 10PM

*Dressing in costume is encouraged

🔮 This is your chance to unleash your inner witch and celebrate the season with fellow Halloween enthusiasts.
🍹 Halloween Themed Cocktails: Participating bars and restaurants will serve up an array of cocktails specially crafted for the occasion. Sip on concoctions like "Witch's Brew," "Elixir of Enchantment," and "Midnight Spell".
🛍️ Spooky Shopping: Explore our charming downtown shops, each offering bewitching Halloween-themed items and unique finds. Whether you're hunting for the perfect costume accessory, décor for your haunted home, or a magical gift, our local boutiques have everything you need to make this Halloween unforgettable.
🎶 Live Music: Enjoy enchanting tunes by Twist of Fate, setting the perfect spooky vibe on St. Clair Street.
🃏 Intuitive Card/Psychic Readings: Peer into the future and uncover secrets as skilled intuitive readers offer throughout the evening on St. Clair Street.
📍Make a stop in a few or all of the participating locations. Feel free to make a stop with the group, or break off into your own.

​This event is FREE to participate. All purchases will be made at participating venues.

10/09/2026

PARK CLOSED - Leslie Morris Park at Fort Hill will be closed to the public Wednesday, October 14 through Sunday October 18 for Haunting on the Hill.

10/08/2026

Grab your broom. This episode digs into one of Frankfort’s strangest true stories and walks through the fall lineup from Downtown Frankfort Inc. (DFI) and the City of Frankfort.

🧙‍♀️ Witches Night Out | Fri, Oct. 9, 6:30–10 PM
A cocktail stroll starting at the Capital City Museum, 325 Ann St. Enjoy Halloween cocktails, shopping, live music, and card readings. One passport is marked with an X, and whoever finds it is crowned the Leestown Witch and wins a prize at 8 PM on St. Clair Street.

🏳️‍🌈 Capital Pride Festival | Sat, Oct. 10, 11 AM–3 PM

🐈‍⬛ Black Cat Chase 3K | Fri, Oct. 23, 7 PM
A costume-friendly race starting at the Old Capitol lawn.

🎃 Thriller Trick or Treat | Sat, Oct. 24, 5–8 PM
Trick-or-treating on Broadway from 5 to 6:30 PM, then the Thriller Parade at 7 PM.

🕯️ Candlelight Weekend | Begins Nov. 12
Tree lighting, carriage rides, Santa photos, and more.

Learn more at downtownfrankfort.com and visitfrankfort.com/events.

Watch the episode here! https://youtu.be/Rr9gcGt5W3o

Address

325 Ann Street
Frankfort, KY
40601

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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(502) 696-0607

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