A complete guide to Kings Island’s Tricks And Treats Fall Fest
Don Helbig
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Autumn in southwest Ohio means cooler temperatures, spectacular fall foliage and the area’s favorite family-friendly Halloween event, Tricks And Treats Fall Fest presented by Hershey and Kroger at Kings Island. It’s a one-of-a-kind fall festival where families looking for things to do in Cincinnati can make special memories while enjoying the spooky season.
There is so much to see, so much to do for guests of all ages at Tricks And Treats Fall Fest, including family activities, games, shows, trick or treating, super-cute Halloween crafts, food tastings, favorite rides and attractions, along with specialty brews and booze bars.
Here’s your complete guide to all of the Halloween activities and fun Tricks And Treats Fall Fest has to offer.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Tricks And Treats Costume Contest
- Our Tricks And Treats Costume Council awards the best Halloween looks for babies (ages 3 and under), kids (ages 4-9), tweens (ages 10-12) and teens and adults (ages 13 and older).
Artisan Pumpkin Patch
- These pumpkin artisans demonstrate the unique art of pumpkin carving and decorating.
Tricky Corn Maze
- Kids will be amazed when they find the way out of this Tricky Corn Maze!
Harvest Tractors
- Little ghouls and goblins will love getting behind the wheel and driving our harvest pedal tractors.
QR Lost Candy Bag Quest
- A QR quest adventure that takes guests around the dedicated Tricks And Treats Fall Fest area. A smart device is required for this activity.
Monster Makeovers
- Our talented airbrush artists will create a specialized monster look just for you. Note, an additional charge is required for this activity.
GAMES
Ghoulish Game Zone
- Step right up and play! Everyone is a winner at our Ghoulish Game Zone.
Ghostly Grab Bag
- Grab a Ghostly Bag for a special Halloween surprise.
Trick or Treat Bean Challenge
- You and your friends can face-off in this flavored taste test and see if you've been tricked.
SHOWS
DJ Dr. Scream Dance Party
- Dr Dr. Scream, the Master of Scare-a-monies, pumps up the party and makes the dance floor come alive.
The Fangtastics
- Take a bit out of your day and feast on the sounds of the Fangtastics.
The “You’re Too Old to Trick or Treat” Game Show
- Fun for the adults, this game show reminds us that we really are too old for a trick or a treat!
The Witch Sisters Dreadtime Stories
- Join the Witch Sisters for some hair-raising dreadtime stories. You won’t be able to sleep for weeks!
The Witch Sisters Spellcasting Ceremony
- Don’t miss this twisted trio of witches as they cast the trickiest of spellcasting ceremonies.
The Monsters are Coming Charlie Brown
- A family favorite! Join the PEANUTS Gang for some Halloween fun!
TRICK OR TREATING
Kids can pick up some tasty treats with little tricks at the park's 13 Trick or Treat stations.
Candy Stop 1: Skeleton Sweets
Candy Stop 2: Pirate’s Bounty
Candy Stop 3: Vampire Castle
Candy Stop 4: Pumpkin King
Candy Stop 5: Scarecrow’s Crossing
Candy Stop 6: The Hunchback of Kings Island
Candy Stop 7: Witchcraft Confections
Candy Stop 8: Monster Munchies
Candy Stop 9: Mummy’s Tomb
Candy Stop 10: The Mad Scientist
Candy Stop 11: Eight Legged Treats
Candy Stop 12: Sugar Skulls
Candy Stop 13: Clownin’ Around
HALLOWEEN CRAFTS
- Pumpkin Decorating
- Mask Making
- Halloween Bracelets
- Halloween Coloring
TRICKS AND TREATS FOOD TASTING LOCATIONS
- LaRosa’s Pizzeria
- Sweet Spot
- The French Corner
- Wishbone Grill
- Hank’s Mexican Grill
- Coney Bar-B-Que
- Jukebox Diner
- Rivertown Funnel Cakes
- Rivertown Potato Works
Enjoy six or nine food tastings of your choice with a Tricks And Treats Tasting Card! Valid any day of the event and may be used over multiple visits. Food tasting locations open at 12 PM and close at 10 PM on Saturdays and 8 PM on Sundays.
SPECIALTY BREWS AND BOOZE BARS
- Action Zone Bar
- Festhaus Bar
- Oktoberfest Bar
- Bier Garten
- Miami River Brewhouse
DATES AND HOURS OF OPERATION
Tricks And Treats Fall Fest runs Saturdays (12-7 PM) and Sundays (12-8 PM) through Oct. 31 and included with park admission to Kings Island.
Before you go, be sure to download the official mobile app of Kings Island. Everything you need for your visit is available on the app, including show times and the activities schedule.