HighBall Halloween returns to Short North with free admission

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — NBC4 is a proud Sponsor of HighBall Halloween.

The Short North Alliance invites the Columbus community to HighBall Halloween, 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.

HighBall Halloween 2024 will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26. This year’s event will be outdoors at North High Street and Goodale Street. Plus, this year Highball Halloween will be free to the general public.

HighBall Halloween
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
400 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215
2 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

The Hosts, Nina West and NBC4’s Matt Barnes and Monica Day will take the stage this year leading the crowd through a whimsical, performance-filled evening. Attendees can watch performances by Nina West, Parker Louis & Friends, MojoFlo, Anna and the Annadroids, the Short North Stage, and more.

HighBall Halloween not only showcases stunning stage acts along with the very best local and regional fashion and design talent, but it also helps to support the work of the Short North Alliance, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving the property owners, businesses, and residents of the Short North Arts District.

Attendees can also enjoy a spooky projection mapping display on the side of the Greater Columbus Convention Center, presented by Pacemour Creative. The larger-than-life Costume Couture Fashion Show will be returning, featuring eight designers. Plus, the Public Costume Contest & Kids Costume Showcase where the public will also get to strut across the main stage in front of a crowd of thousands.

For more information on Highball Halloween being free to the general public this year and VIP ticket information go to https://highballcolumbus.org/

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