Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026 in downtown Lancaster, PA

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2026 Cryptid Crawl FAQs

When is the Cryptid Crawl?

The 2026 Cryptid Crawl happens Friday, October 16, through Sunday, October 18, 2026 in downtown Lancaster, PA. Collectible patches for completing the crawl are available while supplies last (guests will fill out an address form and the patch will be mailed when they arrive!)

How do I participate in the Cryptid Crawl?

Pick up your FREE Cryptid Crawl Passport at Decades during their open hours. Then, visit the other 9 Cryptid Crawl spots in any order! Get photos and stamps at each spot, then finish back at Decades to fill out an address form so a collectible 2026 Cryptid Crawl Patch can be mailed when ready!

What hours can I do the Cryptid Crawl?

The hours of each location vary, so you will want to look up hours of each business to ensure you go at a time they are open!

What locations are participating in the Cryptid Crawl?

Participating locations are Decades, Building Character, Madcap & Co., Lancaster Troll Market, Mayhem’s Cafe, Gallery Grow, Pocket Books, Zoetropolis, Sweetish, and Snake & Skein.

What do I do at each location?

Check in with the business (during their open hours - explore by clicking each spot above), receive a stamp on your Cryptid Crawl Passport, grab a photo with their feature cryptid poster, and continue exploring! You do not need to purchase anything to participate (though we encourage supporting the small businesses on this route!).

Does it cost anything?

No! The Cryptid Crawl is free to participate (while supplies last). Though we do encourage you to support the small businesses on the route if you can!

Is it open to all ages?

Yes! There is no age requirement to participate.