Looking for something slightly weird or spooky to do on Halloween — that doesn’t require a costume, a ticket, or an insatiable thirst for candy? Here are a few strange and unusual places you can visit.
The Magick Candle
Indiana’s oldest metaphysical store has everything you need to explore your witchy side, from crystals to candles.
Nine Lives Cat Cafe
Cuddle up with a black cat for the afternoon — or better yet, adopt one to take home.
Crown Hill Cemetery
Wander among 215,000+ graves, including those of America’s first “Public Enemy No. 1" and the 23rd US president.
Carmel Old Town Antique Mall
Search for a booth here that sells dozens of petrified animals like scorpions, snakes, and bats.
The murals outside of Black House were created by Pamela Bliss.
Photo by the INDYtoday team
Black House Cafe
Sip a frighteningly delicious Scooby Snack or Rob Zombie latte from this horror-themed coffee shop.
Camp Chesterfield
Take a stroll through this community’s stone labyrinth, which claims to help you release old energy and shift into a “greater spiritual alignment.”
The Irsay family announced plans to sell the majority of The Jim Irsay Collection, valued at more than $1 billion. Auctions will begin in March, and a portion of proceeds will go back to philanthropic causes championed by the late Colts owner. (WTHR)
Opening
Get ready to do that voodoo that you do so well. Voodoo Brewing will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 8, offering elevated bar food like truffle fries and pickle pizza + signature brews like Good Vibes and Lacto-cooler.
Seasonal
Need a last-minute Halloween costume idea? Check out our guide to creating easy looks based on Indy icons. If you pull one together, send us a pic.
Listen
We’re hoping there’s nothing scary about the Colts meeting the Steelers this weekend. Get a game preview with Locked On.
Try This
What’s that smell? Maybe it’s The Aroma Labs, opening on Friday, Nov. 7 at 850 Mass Ave. in the Bottleworks District. Visit the boutique to create your own custom fragrance.
Sports
Want to be among the first to see the Pacers’ brand-new NBA G League affiliate team in action? Grab free tickets to the Noblesville Boom’s open scrimmage on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Tech
Pause before you tap. The Indiana BMV issued a warning about a new text scam making the rounds. Here’s what to look for. (WTHR)
Deal
Lock in your spot for the 2026 Indy Eleven season. Place a $50 deposit by Monday, Dec. 1 to score Early Bird pricing and perks — free parking, a custom Under Armour jersey, unlimited ticket exchanges, and 25% off merch. Tickets start at $12 per game. Snag the deal.*
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Asked
Asked
Which of these items is not in The Jim Irsay Collection?
A. The Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia’s custom Tiger guitar B. An 1823 copy of the Declaration of Independence C. Muhammad Ali’s championship belt from The Rumble in the Jungle D. The original final draft of “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” by Ken Kesey
The Shark Matrix IQ Robot Vacuum that’s 40% off for a limited time. Psst — that’s a savings of $120. The Buy Editor Emily loves its precision home mapping technology that results in a more thorough clean on multiple surfaces.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Here’s a bonus Halloween activity for you, courtesy of reader Charlotte R.:
“My great-great grandfather Shepler Frye built a brick farmhouse in 1851. In 1878, his eight-year-old daughter Ida May was murdered in the basement by a field hand. Sightings of her have happened many times over the years and the house has a reputation for being haunted, with current and past owners witnessing ghostly phenomena. Every year, the house is decorated with ghosts and skeletons — it’s known as ‘The Halloween House’ and serves as a great drive-by for the holiday. You can find it at 7930 Frye Rd. in Flat Branch Estates.”
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