It's Spooky Season in Downtown Lebanon

October in Downtown Lebanon isn’t just a month—it’s a whole mood. As autumn chills the air, our historic square transforms into a festive, family-friendly Halloween wonderland. From friendly bone-chilling residents hanging out on our benches to witches flying on bicycles down the streets, there are endless ways to get into the spooky spirit.

Skeleton Stroll

All of October

Mischief on Meridian

Sat., October 24th

Witches on Wheels

Friday, October 2nd

Night Owl Market

 Sat., October 10th

Lebanon After Dark Haunted Stroll

Friday, October 9th

October 24, 2026

5-8 pm 

4:30pm for our Special Needs Friend

Presented by State Bank

Mischief on Meridian  

Enjoy an evening in Downtown Lebanon on the square with Family and Friends at Mischief on Meridian! Work your way around the square filling your bag full of candy while you gaze upon all the great costumes and street performers.  Don’t forget to enter the costume contest or stop by to pet a spooky creature!   It’s an event loved by people of all ages and scare levels! 

Is your business or organization interested in being a Candy Station at Mischief on Meridian?  Click the button below to sign up!

October 2, 2026

7:30pm-10:30 pm 

Presented by Boone EDC

Witches on Wheels 

Grab your coven and dust off your brooms (or bikes)! Join us for a magical, moonlit 20-mile group ride along the Big 4 Trail from Lebanon to the Sugar Creek Art Center in Thorntown for some spellbinding refreshments.

  • Dress to Impress: Deck out your bike and yourself in your best witchy attire—a prize will be awarded for the best-decorated bike!

  • Safety First: Helmets are required. Front and rear bike lights are mandatory (we’ll have some available if you don’t have your own!).

  • The Details: Riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are required. By purchasing a ticket, riders hold harmless the Heart of Lebanon & City of Lebanon from any liability.

October 10, 2026

6pm-9 pm 

Presented by American Structurepoint

The Night Owl Market

Shop under the moonlight! Our downtown square comes alive after dark with local artisan vendors, cozy fall treats, and hand-crafted spooky decor. It’s the perfect place to grab a bite, enjoy live acoustic music, and support local makers under the autumn stars.

Are you interested in being a vendor the the Night Owl Market?

All of October  

Presented by The Heart of Lebanon

The Skeleton Stroll

Keep your eyes peeled! Throughout October, our funniest (and skinniest) residents take over the downtown benches. Stop by the square to take a “selfie with a skeleton,” tag @TheHeartOfLebanon, and see what wacky poses they end up in this week. They love to read, drink coffee, and hang out with visitors.

Friday, October 9th 
(Rain Date: October 10th)   

Lebanon After Dark: A Haunted Stroll 

Guided by local storytellers, you’ll wander dimly lit streets and shadowy alleyways while uncovering chilling folklore, unexplained phenomena, and lingering spirits. It’s the ultimate autumn evening for thrill-seekers and history lovers brave enough to discover what awakens when the sun goes down.

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A family-friendly Halloween event in the Heart of Lebanon's Downtown the promotes community engagement by area residents, visitors, and businesses while introducing them to our historic downtown and all that it has to offer.

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Halloween can be a challenging holiday for families navigating severe food allergies, dietary restrictions, or sensory sensitivities. That’s why we were so proud to offer Teal Pumpkin options at our downtown events!We want to extend a sincere thank you to Witham Health Services for sponsoring this initiative. Witham’s support ensured that non-food toys and safe treats were readily available, allowing every child to fully participate in the tradition of trick-or-treating in a safe, welcoming environment.We are deeply grateful for Witham Health Services’ commitment to community wellness and their dedication to making downtown Lebanon an inclusive space for all families. ...
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Mischief on Meridian was packed with unbeatable live entertainment! We want to send a huge shoutout to Meta for sponsoring this year's music and making it a night to remember.Thank you to The Journey Rae - Band on an amazing live set, DjAtoofficial for keeping the party going, and Talent Factory Arts & Dance for surprising the crowd with their show-stopping Thriller flash mob!Events like this show what makes downtown Lebanon so special. Thank you to our sponsors, performers, and every single neighbor who came out to celebrate with us! ...
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A huge thank you to everyone who brought their creativity, humor, and spooky spirit to this year’s Costume Contest! From tiny toddlers in miniature outfits to incredible group costumes, you all made Downtown Lebanon look top-tier.A special THANK YOU to F.A. Wilhelm Construction Company, Inc. for generously sponsoring this year’s contest and providing the prizes for our winners! Community partners like F.A. Wilhelm help make events like this possible, and we are so grateful for their ongoing support of downtown Lebanon.Check out some of our contestants! ...
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Wow! Mischief on Meridian presented by State Bank had a fantastic turnout! You showed up with your BEST costumes, businesses and organizations showed up with treats and the mother nature gave us a night to be thankful for! A big shout out to our The Heart of Lebanon volunteers! We banked 71.5 total volunteer hours just on the day of the event! How did you show up for Mischief on Meridian? Show us your costumes, candy station or volunteer shenanigans in the comments and tell us your favorite part of the event!Lebanon, Indiana The Heart of Lebanon ...
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Thank you Lebanon, Indiana for taking these incredible photos of the event! ...
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