Visit Medina County this October for frights, fairs, and fests! Each community has special events or celebrations to get you into the spooky spirit, and all invite you to Picture yourself in Medina County this October!
Buckin’ Ohio’s season finale, the Tournament of Champions Bull Riding, is Saturday, October 4th. Join them at the ranch, complete with cowboys, barrel races, live music, shopping, food trucks, pre-show children’s activities, and watch the Mutton Busters battle it out for Gold Buckle Dreams. As an added bonus, Spring Mist Farms will be giving horse-drawn carriage rides! Gates open at 4pm and Mutton Bustin’ is at 5:30pm and bull riding begins at 7pm. Bring the whole family for western fun to 8154 Garman Road in Burbank, Ohio. Tickets can be purchased at buckinohio.com.
Black Cat’s Curious Carnival and Psychic Fair is Medina’s premier Vintage Halloween event! On October 11th from 1:00 – 7:00PM, this event will take place on Mill Street and is completely free to attend. You can expect face painting, balloon artistry, curious vintage vendors, author signings, and deals throughout the event. Bonus points if you show up in your best vintage Halloween costume!
Flea Fest at Medina’s Common Ground gives you a chance to bust out the flannel and boots and shop for all your fall favorites! October 11th, from 12:00 – 4:00pm, visit the shops and vendors to find home decor, clothing, art, candles, and a few surprises! Enjoy a bite at Dilly’s Sandwich Factory or a mocktail and cocktails at Pickeback’s and spend some time chatting about all your purchases on the patio.
No trip to Medina County in October is complete until you’ve experienced Scare on the Square in Wadsworth. Main Street Wadsworth presents its Scare on the Square event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00pm, featuring trick-or-treating, Halloween activities, live music, and family entertainment. Then, the much-acclaimed Wadsworth Thriller brings back to life Michael and all of his zombie friends with performances by local dancers and actors all around the downtown streets. In its twelfth year, the event has grown into a must-see Halloween favorite, watched by thousands. No tickets necessary, just an appetite for a ghoulish good time – don’t miss it!
Spending time shopping with your girlfriends is extra special when you add broomsticks, potions, and deals galore! Experience Medina’s Halloween spirit as you walk the streets when decked out in your best witch’s costume. Main Street Medina hosts its Witches Night Out event on Thursday, October 23, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. With photo contests and specials in charming shops, we bet you’ll add this event to your travel calendar each year.
Looking for a spirited afternoon with the family? Castle Noel offers more than Christmas and is welcoming the Sanderson Sisters for a day of music, mischief, and magical mayhem! Join Winifred, Mary, and Sarah (impersonators) as they cast their spooky charm with hilarious performances, interactive storytelling, and plenty of playful crowd fun. This immersive Hocus Pocus-inspired event offers two ticket options for purchase on Sunday, October 26. Visit their website at CastleNoel.com to purchase tickets and learn more details.
Driving through the countryside and seeing the sites is a perfect way to experience October. The Medina County Parks District presents its Fall Foliage Tour. This self-driving tour showcases farms, attractions, county parks, and historical societies, offering numerous opportunities to capture glimpses of beautiful landscapes and rich fall colors. This 57-year tradition takes place during the area’s peak fall color season, and an annual two-day event makes for an excellent getaway for families, couples, or solo travelers to immerse themselves in harvest vibes and the beauty of Autumn. Stop by Market 42 for a wide variety of dining options while you rest from your travels. Make your plans now to enjoy this local pastime on October 11th and 12th, 2025, from noon to 5pm each day.
You can find these and other events at visitmedinacounty.com. Picture Yourself in Medina County this Fall!
