Conner Prairie’s Headless Horseman finale week needs a ticket plan

Image: AI-generated illustrative photograph of autumn storytelling props; not Conner Prairie, its festival decorations, a hayride or an actual event scene.

There is still time for a seasonal evening at Conner Prairie, but it is worth sorting out the ticket choices first. The 2026 Headless Horseman Festival runs Thursdays through Sundays through October 25, from 5 to 10 p.m., according to the museum’s event page.

The organizer lists nonmember festival admission at $26, Access Pass admission at $10 and complimentary festival admission for members, who must still reserve tickets. The hayride is listed separately at $10 for members and nonmembers. This is a limited-capacity event, so a plan to attend is different from a confirmed booking.

Check the activity descriptions with the people in your group before choosing the evening’s priorities. Seasonal storytelling and thrills do not suit every visitor in the same way. Leave space for food, a pause and the parts that interest your group rather than assuming the hayride is the only reason to go.

The museum says its grounds close at 4 p.m. on festival days, before the evening program starts. Review current entry instructions, availability and weather policies before departure, particularly if combining a daytime visit with the festival. Clear expectations about admission and timing can leave more of the evening for the experience itself.

Sources and visit details

• Conner Prairie: 2026 Headless Horseman dates, tickets, capacity and festival hours