Event Dates
From: Awaiting dates
To: Awaiting dates
The HighBall
Halloween festival 2024
A mix of couture, drag show and Day of the Dead taking place annually in October in Columbus Ohio.
The HighBall Halloween festival 2024
The HighBall Halloween festival is a mix of couture, drag show and Day of the Dead taking place annually in October in Columbus Ohio.
- Visiting Columbus for Halloween? Book your hotel in Short North, close to all the gay bars and events. Stay at the Graduate Columbus, rated “Superb” by guests with uniquely designed rooms, perfect location and friend
The Festival
- HighBall Halloween began as a one-night event centered around our signature Costume Couture Fashion Show, where teams of local designers compete for the top spot and a cash prize. It has evolved to become America’s most elaborate costume party.
- HighBall, High Fashion, takes place along North High Street, Short North, from Goodale to Nationwide. At HighBall Halloween, you are what you wear.
- The HighBall is the nation’s fiercest costume party and brings together thousands of visitors for street parties, stage shows, designer competitions and an outrageous “Howloween” pet costume contest.
- HighBall Halloween helps raise money to support various initiatives in the Short North Arts gay district.
- Stay close to the block party. Check out the top hotels nearby.
Gay Columbus Neighborhoods
Columbus is one of Ohio’s leading cities for the LTBTQ community and has one of the largest resident communities in the USA. The city has three distinct neighborhoods.
- German Village is the oldest gay neighborhood with cobbled streets and beautiful elm trees and lined by graceful houses that are more than a century old.
- Short North is the city’s newer gay district mixing farmers markets, art galleries, boutique shops and gay bars.
- The Arena district is where you will find most of the late night bars and clubs.
Hotels close to the gay area in Columbus, Ohio
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Hotel LeVeque is where we stay when
we visit Columbus Close to the gay bars.
Official Website
For further information and advice on
HighBall Halloween festival Website
Gay Map of Columbus
The city has three distinct neighborhoods.
- The German Village is the oldest gay neighborhood with cobbled streets
- Short North is the city’s newer gay district mixing farmers markets, art galleries, boutique shops and gay bars.
- The Arena district is where you will find most of the late night bars and clubs
Recommended Hotels in Columbus By Booking
Book with confidence. Get the best Prices from our partner Booking.com
We have chosen hotels in Columbus that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Hotel LeVeque
4 Star – Central Location
- 4-Star, Pet-Friendly, On-Site Bar
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Free WiFi, private parking
- Pet-friendly accommodation with a bar & convenient access to Columbus attractions.
Le Méridien
4 Star, Luxury
- 4-Star, Restaurant, Fitness Center
- Close to the gay district
- ATM, 24-hour front desk
- Luxury stay with restaurant, fitness center, & attentive service in Columbus.
Sonesta Hotel
4 Star – Great Amenities
- 4-Star, Restaurant, Fitness Center
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Free WiFi, snack bar
- Offers restaurant, fitness amenities, & a snack bar for a comfortable Columbus visit.
Moxy Hotel
3 Star – Perfect Location
- 3-Star, Fitness Center
- Close to the gay district
- Private parking, free WiFi
- Modern facilities with a fitness center & lounge, ideally located in the Short North area.
The HighBall Halloween festival
HighBall Halloween 2019 Promo
Other Events in October
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Dollywood-Harvest-Festival-and-LumiNights-4.jpg
370
800
Andrew Stevens
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/logo-gt4u.png
Andrew Stevens2021-04-28 16:43:462024-04-15 13:29:02Dollywood Harvest Festival and LumiNights
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/rosa-wiesn-2.jpg
370
800
admin
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/logo-gt4u.png
admin2014-11-03 19:16:412023-10-04 11:02:05Munich Gay Oktoberfest
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Curacao-Pride-5.jpg
370
800
Andrew Stevens
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/logo-gt4u.png
Andrew Stevens2016-08-02 18:22:582024-01-18 17:37:39Curaçao Pride
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Belgium-Bear-Pride-Brussels-3.jpg
370
800
Andrew Stevens
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/logo-gt4u.png
Andrew Stevens2017-03-02 18:27:342024-04-16 12:57:34Belgium Bear Pride Brussels
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Jack-O-Lantern-Spectacular-Louisville-3.jpg
370
800
Andrew Stevens
https://www.gaytravel4u.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/logo-gt4u.png
Andrew Stevens2021-04-21 17:29:262024-04-22 13:52:49Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular LouisvilleLatest Gay Travel News
The Top Gay Parties to attend This Memorial Day WeekendFriday, Apr 5th, 2024 - 2:48 pmGay Memorial Day Weekend brings with it the start of the Summer season. From Dallas to Pensacola, Puerto Vallarta and beyond. Where next?
- Gay Pride CalendarThursday, Apr 4th, 2024 - 5:01 pm
Discover our list of the top 200+ pride events from around the world! From Athens to Zurich, Berlin to Washington DC.
- Gay Easter EventsWednesday, Feb 21st, 2024 - 6:42 pm
Celebrate the arrival or Spring with chickens, some chocolate eggs and a few confessions!
Follow us on Facebook
