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Halloween in the D

Head downtown for some Halloween fun! From kid-friendly concerts at the DSO to treats in the streets of old Detroit at the Historical Museum and Zombieland at Chandler Park, there is something for everyone. If you’re in the city Halloween night, stop by a recreation center for spooktacular fun and games.
Friday, October 25
@ Detroit Police Station 4th Precinct
Participants dress up their trunks and themselves to provide goods and fun for kids. 4700 W. Fort St, Detroit, MI 48209 – call 313.962.5255 x 1136 for more information.
Friday, October 25
@ Boll Family YMCA
Join us for a spooktacular night of fortune telling, not-so-scary stories, healthy treats, obstacle courses, haunted locker rooms, games, crafts and so much more.
Saturday, October 26
@ Robert C. Valade Park, Detroit
HarvestFest Detroit will feature lots of family-friendly activities including hayrides, kiddie âtattooâ artists, bounce houses, a princess castle, live music, pumpkin patch, games, giveaways and much more. Bring the kids and pets in costume to trick-or-treat along the Dequindre Cut.
Saturday, October 26
@ Beacon Park, Detroit
Beacon Park is hosting Family Fun Day: Halloween Edition on Saturday, October 26 from 1 to 5 p.m. Bring your little monsters in costume for a frightfully good time. Stop by for Halloween themed make and take activities, free hayrides, and back by popular demand the 2nd Annual Costume Parade!
Saturday, October 26
@ Vault of Midnight, Detroit
Itâs Free Comic Book Day, but with an eerie, downright spooky, twist! Gather around Saturday, October 26th for free, chilling comics, and complimentary treats (or tricks).
Saturday, October 26
@ Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit
This annual event invites children to wear costumes and bring treat bags â Halloween goodies are provided to all who attend. Guests are asked to join the Detroit Zoological Society on its green journey by bringing their own treat bags; bags are not handed out at the event.
Sunday, October 27
@ Detroit Historical Museum
Go on the candy hunt, be a history adventurer, enjoy cider and doughnuts with family, and make new friends while playing fun games. Come wearing your favorite costume for a day of spooktastic delight with lots of sweets treats, prizes, entertainment and not a trick in sight.
Sunday, October 27
@ The Corner Ballpark
On Sunday, October 27th, we are inviting the entire PAL community to join us for an afternoon of Halloween and fall festivities. Bring the whole family and join us for PAL-oween! Enjoy kidsâ fall festival activities including: trick-or treating, bounce houses, craft tables, tug-of-war, sack races, corn hole, face painting, a photo booth, and more!
Thursday, October 31
@ Adams Butzel Recreation Center, DetroitÂ
Join us at the Adams Butzel Complexâs FREE Halloween party. There will be games, prizes and face painting. Ages 3-12
Thursday, October 31
@ Farwell Recreation Center, DetroitÂ
Put on your Halloween costume and get ready to Trunk or Treat at Farwell.
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL AND THEATER BASH
Thursday, October 31
@ Lasky Recreation Center, DetroitÂ
FREE Halloween party at Lasky Recreation Center. Come for games, a costume contest, spooky movies and prizes! Ages 12 and under
PATTONâS PUMPKIN PATCH PARTY
Thursday, October 31
@ Patton Memorial Recreation Center, DetroitÂ
Youth 12 and under can join us for this FREE event!! Games, Haunted Hallway, Fear Factor and much more!!
Thursday, October 31
@ Crowell Recreation Center, DetroitÂ
Spend Halloween at Crowell for a FREE party with carnival games, candy, prizes inflatables and a haunted house.
Thursday, October 31
@ Rouge Park, DetroitÂ
Activities for kids 10 and under include pumpkin bowling, hockey and skee ball, witch ring toss, hayrides, inflatable bounce houses and arts and crafts. Kids 10 and older can enjoy haunted activations, a scavenger hunt and a haunted hayride.
Thursday, October 31
@ Chandler Park, DetroitÂ
Activities for kids 10 and under include a pumpkin relay, pumpkin bowling, skee ball, witch ring toss, hayrides, inflatable bounce houses and arts/crafts and more! Kids 10 and older can enjoy haunted activations and a scavenger hunt.
Thursday, October 31
@ Clark Park, DetroitÂ
Activities for kids 10 and under include pumpkin bowling, hockey and skee ball, witch ring toss, hayrides, inflatable bounce houses and arts/crafts and more! Kids 10 and older can enjoy haunted activations and a scavenger hunt.
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 3rd Precinct – 2875 W. Grand Blvd
Participants dress up their trunks and themselves to provide goods and fun for kids. Call 313.643-0865 for more information.
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 2nd Precinct – 13530 Lesure
Participants dress up their trunks and themselves to provide goods and fun for kids. Call 313.319.7244 for more information.
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 7th Precinct – 3501 Chene
Participants dress up their trunks and themselves to provide goods and fun for kids.
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 8th Precinct –Â 21555 W. McNichols
Fun, food, activities, a haunted bus and a raffle!
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 9th Precinct – 11187 Gratiot
Come to the 9th for food, candy, a haunted cellblock, DJ, bounce houses, face painting and of course candy! Call 313.596.5900 for more information.
Thursday, October 31
@ Detroit Police Station 11th Precinct –Â 5100 W. Nevada
Join the 11th for a Spooky ride through the “abandoned precinct…but watch out for the lost prisoners!” Ride costs $3 a person.
Saturday, November 2
@ Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Celebrate the Centennial of Orchestra Hall through the tale of its friendly resident ghost. Weâll take a journey back to 1919 to learn the history of this legendary venue in a kid-friendly program including highlights from Dukasâ The Sorcererâs Apprentice, Bernsteinâs West Side Story, Star Wars, and other favorites.
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About Carrie Budzinski
Carrie Budzinski is the Vice President of LittleGuide Detroit. She grew up in Livonia and Detroit and continues to live life in both cities. Carrie loves exploring the city and finding hidden gems in the suburbs..
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