2025 Witches Walk

Come out for a scary good time on Thursday, October 9! Downtown businesses will be open late and hosting snacks and sips between 6:00 – 8:00pm.

This event is geared towards adults, but all are welcome and costumes are encouraged.  If you are looking for a trick or treating opportunity for kids, join us for Downtown Trick or Treat on October 30!

Witches Walk will also feature a Costume Contest! Winners will be decided at 7:00pm by who can get the loudest cheer from the crowd!

 

Downtown Ames businesses – sign up here to participate!

Activities 

FREE Giveaway – The first 300 Witches Walk attendees can pick up a free wine tumbler at Tom Evans Park located at 340 Main St. while supplies last. These will run out early!

Photo Stations – Grab a photo with your coven to remember this fun night out. Several can be found on the handout you’ll receive at Witches Walk!

Witches Bingo – (Pickup Bingo Sheet at Witches Walk) – Complete any 5 activities in a row to form a “BINGO” to be entered to win a gift basket with Downtown Ames Businesses.

Costume contest – Do you have the witchiest or spookiest costume? Join us at 6:45pm for our costume contest! Winners will be decided at 7:00pm by who can get the loudest cheer from the crowd!

Date

Oct 09, 2025

Time

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location

Downtown Ames
304 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010
Event Type