Headless Horseman Festival

The Headless Horseman rides again at Conner Prairie’s annual Halloween festival. Enjoy an evening of ghoulish delights that the whole family can enjoy. Activities include the Headless Horseman marionette show, the Trail of Terror, spooky storytelling, Halloween games, the haunted hayride, and more!

The Headless Horseman Festival will run from October 5 to October 29, offering various activities and attractions for visitors of all ages. Museum members can purchase general admission tickets starting on August 31, while the tickets will be available for the public on September 7.

Get lost in the interactive haunted corn maze, witness the new Trail of Terror, and enjoy family-friendly entertainment while indulging in the themed food and drinks, including goodies from the Apple Store. There will also be live shows and performances and the chance to encounter the Legend himself in a terrifying chase through the haunted grounds of Conner Prairie on the haunted hay rides.

There’s something for everyone at the Headless Horseman Festival:

• Experience the spine-chilling Haunted Hayride through the enchanting grounds of Conner Prairie. Prepare for thrilling surprises at every turn, including a chilling encounter with the infamous Headless Horseman himself!
• Brace yourself for the heart-pounding adventures that await along the Trail of Terror. Navigate through the corn maze, where terrifying scares await those who dare to be scared.
• Plunge into excitement with the Perilous Plunge, a thrilling ride that will leave your heart racing.
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Magnificent Midway. Enjoy the exhilarating Spinning Apples carnival ride, test your skills at festive games like Cauldron Toss, Zombie Soccer, and Monster Mini-Golf, and bounce to your heart’s content in the bounce houses.
• Little ones will have a blast on the Barrel train ride, specially designed for their enjoyment.
• Delight in the enchanting Sleepy Hollow Marionette Show, where the timeless tale comes to life through the art of puppetry.
• Discover what your future holds with ‘Mis’-Fortune telling by the amazing Carl Voyant.
• Enjoy live music and DJ. 
• Be captivated by mesmerizing Live Shows, including the Sleepy Hollow One-man Show and the awe-inspiring Eerie-llusions Magic Show.
• Step into the whimsical world of The Bizarre Bazaar, a mini-‘museum’ devoted to the legend of the Headless Horseman. Explore the curious exhibits that bring this captivating tale to life.

Headless Horseman Hayride Tickets

Hayride tickets are available for an additional fee. Purchasing hayride tickets in advance is strongly recommended as popular times sell out quickly. Other additional costs may include food and beverage, 1859 Balloon Voyage tickets (weather dependent), and items from our store. All locations accept and prefer credit/debit card payments. Conner Prairie does not have an ATM on the property.