I’m still a theatre kid at heart, so there’s nothing I love more than someone fully committing to a bit. And no one does Halloween quite like the 1200 block of Bryden Road.
This charming street in Olde Towne East is fantastic no matter what time of year it is, but at Halloween, they really take things up a notch.
Bryden is one of the most iconic historic streets in the city. Named after city councilman James Bryden, the street has been home to some of our city’s most prominent residents through the years, including five-term mayor Lorenzo English, founder and president of the National Football League Joseph Carr, writer James Thurber, and so many more.
The architectural style of the street is incredible.
While traveling down the street, you’ll see homes designed in a variety of styles including Italianate, Second Empire, Gothic Revival, Queen Anne, Four Square, Tudor, Romanesque Revival, Chateauesque, Georgian Revival, Craftsman, and Prairie.
For Trick or Treat this year, the houses on the 1200 block are going all out, even closing down the street to traffic so that kids can have a spooky but safe experience while going door to door.
As we get closer to Halloween, residents I encountered on the street assured me that more and more houses will join in on the fun. But I was already wowed by their dedication. Take a stroll with me down the cutest Halloween street in Columbus.
When you’re strolling down the block, you’ll be treated to larger-than-life skeletons, gravestone puns, and even a house decked out for Día de los Muertos.
You’ll probably work up an appetite while you’re strolling through the spooky sights, but luckily there are plenty of great places to stop in for a bite to eat once your done.
If you’re exploring with the kiddos, a stop into East Market will probably hit the spot. They’ve got a ton of food selection with plenty of options for even the pickiest eaters.
If your party is looking to grab some brews after all of the “boos!” you can stop into Gemut Biergarten for some schnitzel and a delicious beer.
It’s so fun to see the community spirit that goes into an endeavor like this and I, for one, can’t wait to see it on Halloween!
