Since 2013, Scare on the Square and Wadsworth Thriller has become a signature Main Street Wadsworth tradition, drawing thousands of visitors each October. The event features downtown trick-or-treating and the popular Thriller dance flash mob is now performed by over 300 volunteer zombie dancers each year.
In 2024, a WCTV video of the event went viral, topping 1 million views worldwide. Attendance has steadily grown with visitors coming from across Ohio.
The event creates powerful community connections, engaging multiple generations and driving business downtown.
Scare on the Square has become a showcase of Wadsworth’s spirit, creativity, and thriving Main Street.