Fear Columbus is one of the largest and most elaborate haunted house productions in Ohio. Featuring multiple immersive attractions under one roof, photo ops, a retail store, endless scares, dozens of highly trained actors, elaborate costumes and makeup, a state of the art sound system, professionally designed lighting, movie quality set design and the best customer service possible! Fear Columbus is locally owned and operated. Come experience Columbus Ohio’s premier Halloween destination.
Scraps and Spurs are back with their troupe of misfits for another year of carnival chaos. Thanks to the runaway success of last year’s show, the Oddballs have leveled up—introducing bigger acts, flashier costumes, and a midway packed with games. But behind the greasepaint and spotlights, not everyone’s smiling.
The side acts are starting to grow restless. They’ve sweated, screamed, and bled just like the headliners—so why aren’t their names in lights? To keep the peace (and keep their own necks intact), Scraps and Spurs have agreed to take a step back for one night only and throw the cast a party they’ll never forget.
The only catch? This private celebration wasn’t meant to be open to the living public. Someone forgot to lock the gate—and now you’re the surprise guest. Hope you brought something to share.
For years, the local funeral director, John Spencer, was a respected figure in town—known for his quiet dedication to laying the dead to rest with grace and dignity. But after the tragic loss of his beloved, the once-revered mortician has turned to desperation. Whispers now echo through the halls of the funeral home, hinting at rituals performed in secret and the use of stolen remains in a twisted attempt to reconstruct the man he loved.
Haunted by grief and the spirits of those he’s desecrated, Spencer roams the corridors of his decaying home, surrounded by the lingering souls of the exhumed. None of his efforts—ritual, prayer, or science—have succeeded.
But tonight is different. It’s Halloween, when the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. The dead are free to wander—but John doesn’t want them. He wants to cross over. To step into the beyond, find the soul of his beloved, and bring him back. But the deeper he ventures, the more it seems that reunion may only come in death.
Senior Prom has arrived at Fearwood Central High School, and the students are ready to dance, celebrate, and make memories before graduation. But while most of the class is focused on corsages and crushes, one couple has far more sinister plans for the big night.
Fearwood’s most popular pair—obsessed with perfection, status, and the glittering crown—aren’t taking any chances when it comes to being named Prom King and Queen. With the competition hotter than ever, they’ve decided to turn to something a little darker: blood rituals and whispered spells that promise a surefire win.
As the disco ball spins and the bodies hit the floor, their plan gets put into motion. Blood will be spilled. Crowns will be won. But when the final name is called… we’ll see if it was worth the mess.
The Fear Gear Store is our full retail area at our facility featuring not only Fear Columbus merchandise but also plenty of snacks, drinks, and Halloween themed items from several partnered vendors. We also offer printed souvenir group photos that you will take when you enter the first attraction!
Your group will get a professional group photo in our themed photo op before entering the haunted house! You will have the option to purchase a printed souvenir photo or digital download at the Fear Gear Store! In addition, we have several festive free selfie photo ops in the midway!
Introducing Dearly Departed Desserts, inspired by our brand new attraction at Fear Columbus. Indulge in spooky, handcrafted desserts and drinks before or after braving the haunted houses. Each treat is crafted to reflect the dark, eerie world of the funeral director’s twisted quest to bring back his lost love—offering ghostly surprises, bold flavors, and a hauntingly good time. Provided by Samantha’s Doughy Delights
Step right up to the Freaky Fried Feast, where the menu is as wild as the freak show itself! Sink your teeth into dangerously delicious carnival classics—deep-fried desserts, crispy funnel cakes, golden fries, chicken fingers, and fluffy cotton candy. Each bite is a freakishly fun experience that will leave you craving more. With nightly specials that change like the unpredictable attractions, you’ll never know what freaky surprise awaits you next. Don’t miss out on the ultimate feast of fried delights!
Check out what customers and media outlets are saying about Fear Columbus Haunted House at the link below!
Tickets can not be purchased at the door. We have removed our box office and transitioned completely to online timed ticketing only.
We control ticket capacity to ensure the best experience possible with the shortest possible wait times. Because of this tickets sell out in advance. Don’t wait to buy!
Prices are dynamic and vary based on the date and demand. Check the calendar for current pricing and availability.
View our premium ticket options to reduce or eliminate your wait.
We have plenty of FREE parking in front of our building in our well-lit paved parking lot.
Fear Columbus is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. Learn More
Don’t wait for Halloween to get scared! We host several different horror events throughout the year! We are proud to be one of the most active year-round haunted houses in Ohio. Explore a list of all our events and the time of year we host each of them at the link below.
