Columbus Witches' Ball

The Columbus Witches' Ball takes over Ohio Brewing Company on Saturday, October 31, and it's a long one—it runs from 12:30 PM all the way to 11 PM. If you're looking for something to do on Halloween, this is a full-day affair rather than just a night out, so you can drop in for a few hours or settle in for the whole thing.

There's a fair amount to do throughout the day. They're running workshops, so you can spend some time learning something new before the evening kicks in. There's dancing, too, and a ritual that marks the night. Between those, there's vending, with makers and sellers set up for you to browse. It's a mix of things you do and things you watch, and because it's spread across so many hours, you don't have to rush through it all at once.

Since it's on Halloween, the timing works well if you're already planning a costume. You can start your day with the workshops and vending, and then stay through the dancing and the ritual as the night takes over. It's a good way to spend the whole day without having to scramble for a second plan once the sun goes down.

It's at Ohio Brewing Company in Columbus, and it runs from 12:30 PM to 11 PM on Saturday, October 31.