GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION

WHAT IS HIGHBALL HALLOWEEN?

HighBall Halloween is the nation’s most elaborate costume party. Staged in the fashion capital of Columbus, this yearly event for the Halloween season bridges runway style with the culture of the Short North Arts District. At HighBall Halloween, you are what you wear!

WHEN IS HIGHBALL HALLOWEEN?

The 2022 event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. 

  • Family-friendly and pet-friendly programming will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • – 3pm: Kids Costume Contest Sign Ups Close
    • – 5pm: Kids Costume Contest Sign Ups Close
    • – 7:45pm: The Goodwill Columbus Public Costume Contest Sign Ups Close
  • The Condado VIP Party at HighBall Halloween is from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Drink ticket sales will end at 10:50 p.m. and bars will close at 11:10 p.m.

The full HighBall Halloween 2022 Schedule can be viewed here.

WHERE IS HIGHBALL HALLOWEEN 2022?

HighBall Halloween 2022 will take place at the intersection of W. Goodale St. and Park St. in the Short North Arts District of Columbus, Ohio. The event will take place completely outdoors.

The HighBall Halloween 2022 Site Map will be posted soon!

WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY?

The HighBall Halloween 2022 Schedule can be viewed here. Please note, times are approximate and are subject to change.

WHERE SHOULD I PARK?

The HighBall Halloween 2022 Schedule can be viewed here. Please note, times are approximate and are subject to change.

WHAT DOES HIGHBALL HALLOWEEN SUPPORT?

Proceeds from HighBall Halloween go to support the Short North Alliance (SNA), a 501(c)3 non-­profit organization serving both the property owners and business owners of the Short North Arts District. HighBall Halloween helps to underwrite the programs and activities of the Short North Alliance, including clean and safe initiatives, promotions, holiday campaigns, public art installations, and initiatives to support inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. Learn more about the Short North Alliance and Short North Arts District at ShortNorth.org.

HOW CAN I SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER?

Click here to learn more about available volunteer shifts.

TICKETING, REFUNDS, & ENTRY QUESTIONS

HOW MUCH IS ADMISSION?

Admission runs from $5 to $85. Click here for full ticketing details.

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased online via Eventbrite or for full price at the event.

WHAT COSTUMES AND PROPS ARE ALLOWED?

Please review official 2022 costume and prop guidelines here.

CAN I LEAVE THE EVENT AND COME BACK?

Re-entry is allowed as long as you have your HighBall Halloween wristband.

WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?

All ticket purchases are final and cannot be refunded in any circumstance, including, but not limited to, inclement weather, talent cancellation, illness, complete event cancellation, event restrictions due to COVID-19, etc. All ticket purchases directly support the 501c(3) organization the Short North Alliance. In the event that HighBall Halloween 2022 cannot take place for any reason, ticket purchases will be transferred as donations.

I’M HAVING ISSUES WITH EVENTBRITE / RECEIVING MY TICKETS. WHAT DO I DO?

Please email HighBall@ShortNorth.org.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE EVENT OF BAD WEATHER?

HighBall Halloween is a rain or shine event. Per the refund policy noted, no refunds will be given in the event of inclement weather.

CAN I BRING MY DOG?

Dogs and pets are encouraged between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Owners are responsible for picking up after all animals. After 6 p.m., all pets are encouraged to exit the event premises.

WHAT’S THE AGE REQUIREMENT FOR ATTENDEES?

HighBall Halloween is an all ages event, however only those who are 21 and up may consume alcohol. Kid-friendly activities will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

WHAT COMES WITH A VIP TICKET?

  • – Free food from Condado
  • – 8 Drink tickets
  • – A private tented area with seating and premium stage viewing
  • – Full private bar service
  • – Private restrooms
  • – VIP goodies!

IS HIGHBALL A KID-FRIENDLY EVENT?

HighBall Halloween is an all ages event! At HighBall Halloween we focus on the fantasy and costuming elements of the Halloween season, so the stage performances are not designed to frighten. However, it is a public event and there are many costumes on the streets. It should also be noted that there will be alcohol present at the event. Since our first event 15 years ago, there have always been HighBallers both big and small and we have yet to receive any complaints about appropriateness for children.

New this year, we will host kid-friendly programming from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., featuring:

  • – Hosts NBC4’s Matthew Herchik and Andrea Henderson
  • – Performances by New Basics Brass Band and NACHO Street Band
  • – Free Jeni’s Ice Cream and Bark Box toys for attendees (while supplies last)
  • – Public Costume Contest for kids, where all participants will receive free Jeni’s Ice Cream, and winners will receive a Jeni’s Ice Cream Grand Prize
  • – Public Costume Contest for pets, where all participants will receive gift cards to Bark Box and one winner will receive a free 6-month Bark Box subscription
  • – And more!