With so many Halloween events in Metro Detroit, there’s plenty of opportunity to get good use out of those Halloween costumes and start collecting candy for the ‘kids’ at a trick or treat event around town.  

 

ZOO BOO

Multiple weekends: October 5-7 • 12-14 • 19-21

@ Detroit Zoo,  Royal Oak

Exhilarating live entertainment awaits your costume-clad little ones, including dazzling and daring acrobatics, magic acts, jugglers, story tellers, live music and extreme pumpkin carving demonstrations. Be sure to stop by the Haunted Reptile House and visit the ghosts and goblins that have made the Holden Reptile Conservation Center their home for the season. Make friends with other haunted creatures and enjoy the fabulous Halloween displays along the “unlucky” 13-station trick-or-treat trail.

 

HARVEST HAPPENING

Saturday, October 6

@ Detroit Curling Club, Ferndale

Ferndale Fall Fest will feature a variety of activities, including games, prizes, hay rides, pony rides, face & pumpkin painting, carnival games, bounce houses, live music, a trick-or-treat trail and more!

 

HALLOWE’EN IN GREENFIELD VILLAGE

Multiple weekends: October 12-14 • 18-21 • 25-28

@ Greenfield Village, Dearborn

Step inside Hallowe’en’s classic tales as you stroll a reimagined path in Greenfield Village lit by 1,000 jack-o-lanterns. Meet new and favorite characters and strange worlds along the way at various treat stations.

 

HALLOWEEN FOREST FUN HIKE

Saturday, October 13

@ Nankin Mills Recreation Area, Westland

Take a guided night hike to meet our “not-so-scary” and “sort-of-silly” nature characters and receive Halloween prizes and treats! The outdoor hike for ages 4 and older is about 45 minutes, followed by an indoor live animal show to meet creatures from around the world.

 

TRICK OR TREAT ON THE TRAIL

Saturday, October 13

@ Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter

Costume clad little ones will experience fun stops along the trails with a Halloween theme. Upon your return to the Activity Center enjoy cider and donuts. Program is geared toward younger children.

 

KIDS NIGHT OUT HALLOWEEN PARTY

Saturday, October 13

@ Franklin Athletic Club, Southfield

It’s a Halloween Party, you’re in for a scare. Our treats will delight you, be there if you dare! Come dressed in your costume for a night of Halloween games, bounce houses, pizza, trick or treating and more!

 

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

Saturday, October 13

@ River Bends Park, Shelby Township

Ghosts, goblins, princesses, pirates and all other costumed kids are invites to join in the fun! We’ll have games and goodies galore, hayrides around the park, plus a visit from Duck Duck Donkey! Event is RAIN or SHINE. Each family must bring treats to pass out from their vehicle.

 

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 13

@ Nankin Mills Recreation Area, Westland

Games, entertainment, hayrides, candy and fun await the children at this FREE special event hosted by Wayne County Parks & Rec at Nankin Mills.

 

HALLOWEEN HOOT

Friday, October 19 & Saturday, October 20

@ Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, Rochester Hills

Dust off the box of costumes, grab yourself an orange pumpkin to hold some candy, and get ready boys and girls because our favorite fundraiser, The Halloween Hoot, will be creeping onto our trails within the next few full moons. Once complete we venture out into the woods, the evening time slots being illuminated by candles, for several skits, games and interactive stories put on my volunteers, local theater groups, and Dinosaur Hill staff members! Once you emerge from the woods you will find yourself amongst our Halloween Carnival and will be able to win fabulous prizes for competing in games.

 

HALLOWEEN HOOPLA

Friday, October 19

@ Macomb Township Parks & Rec, Macomb

Everyone is invited to dress-up and join the best Halloween Party in Macomb Township! A full evening of activities and attractions are planned for the entire family to experience. Families will have the opportunity to take in a magic show, walk the vendor sponsored Trick or Treat Trail, stroll through the haunted house, dance the night away at Monster Studio 54, get your hair and nails done at the Freaky Hair Salon & Spa or make crafts at our “Boo-tique”.

 

TRICK OR TREAT DOWNTOWN AND HALLOWEEN MOVIES

Saturday, October 20

@ Downtown Rochester

Join us for a fun filled day in Downtown Rochester with Trick-or-Treat, a Costume Parade, Firehouse Fun and a Halloween edition of Movies in the Moonlight! Ghostbusters will begin at dusk.

 

SOUTHFIELD BOO BASH

Saturday, October 20

@ Southfield Pavilion

Kids ages 2-12 years old are invited to come in costume and ready to have some Halloween fun!! Enjoy creepy crafts, ghoulish games and trick or treating fun throughout the Southfield Pavilion. Don’t forget to take the hayride out to the pumpkin patch to pick the perfect pumpkin. Hayrides will depart from the Parks & Recreation Building until 4 p.m. This year the “Mad Science Show” will entertain guests with Halloween Fire and Ice.

 

HOWL-O-WEEN

Saturday, October 20

@ Howell Nature Center

Dress up your little critter and join us for a HOWLing good time! This merry-not-so-scary event features trick-or-treating through the Wild Wonders Wildlife Park, children’s crafts, hayrides, cider and donuts, and more. Pre-event registration is required. In our efforts to be eco-friendly, this event is bring-your-own-bag.

 

TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

Saturday, October 20

@ Recreation Center at Hillside 

Get ready for a spooky, frightful, family friendly, delightful event! Enjoy a trick or treat trail, crafts, entertainment, and a Haunted Hallway! Candy, games, balloons, music…..who could ask for more?Advance ticket sales are sold by specific event time. Please arrive at the event entrance a few minutes before you scheduled time to check in. NO on-site registration will be available. Costumes and trick-or-treat bags are highly recommended!

 

TRICK OR TREAT ALONG THE TRAIL

Saturday, October 20

@ Kensington Nature Center, Milford

During this evening program, costume clad little ones will experience entertaining and informative stops along the Nature Trails with a Halloween theme. Upon your return to the Nature Center enjoy cider and donuts and fall activities. Program is geared toward younger children. Tours leave at scheduled times. Advance registration is required.

 

PUMPKIN PALOOZA

Sunday, October 21

@ Downtown Plymouth

Come and enjoy a safe and haunted Halloween experience. Pumpkin Palooza is a family fun Halloween extravaganza with games, costume contests, dancing, entertainment, petting zoo, and candy.

 

MS. LORI’S NOT SO SPOOKY PLAYDATE

Monday, October 22

@ Franklin Athletic Club, Southfield

Join us for this special Halloween Playdate. Children and parents can come in their costumes to play on the inflatables and play on the inflatables and play in the gym. We will also do a little trick or treating in the club so make sure you bring a trick or treat bag!

 

TRICK OR TREAT IN THE GARDENS

Monday, October 22

@ Fair Lane, Dearborn

The historic estate’s gardens will be decorated for not-too-spooky Halloween fun. Your little ghosts and goblins will follow a path through the gardens and collect goodies at trick-or-treat stops along the way.

 

BROWNSTOWN TRUNK OR TREAT

Wednesday, October 24

@ Brownstown Event Center

All are welcome to this FREE event! Come dressed in your Halloween Costume and enjoy free candy and treats from our local businesses. New addition this year will be the Duck Duck Donkey petting zoo!

 

TRICK OR TREAT AT THE FARM

Wednesday, October 24

@ Wolcott Mill Farm Center, Ray

Go Trick-or-Treating in each barn. Enjoy the slightly haunted “Boo Barn”. Watch a movie while enjoying cider and a donut. Join Roscoe the Clown at the Candy Scramble and make a Halloween craft. Don’t forget to visit with the animals. The draft horses have been working hard on their costumes!

 

FUN ON THE FARM: HALLOWEEN

Thursday, October 25

@ Kensington Farm Center, Milford

This program is especially for the little ones. It’s time for toddlers to “trick or treat” all around the farm. Play Halloween games and visit a “haunted” barn. Our special spooky party includes an animal parade and you can join in! Costumes are encouraged and appreciated! Ages 2 to 6.

 

BOO BASH

Thursday, October 25

@ Ford Community and Performing Arts Center

Dearborn Parks & Recreation present our annual Boo Bash event for a special Halloween celebration for school age children. Put on your Halloween costume and join us for a evening of fun, festivities and food

 

LCSO’S PUBLIC SAFETY TRUNK OR TREAT

Friday, October 26

@Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, Howell

The Livngston County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting its second Public Safety Trunk or Treat. Join us for a night of Free and Safe Halloween Fun.

 

ACTING * IMPROV WORKSHOP/HALLOWEEN PARTY

Friday, October 26

@ Hunter Community House, Clawson

Kids are welcome to join us for an acting & improv workshop/Halloween party that will include a variety of acting, improv and Halloween games and activities. Kids are welcome to wear a Halloween costume, but it is not required.

 

TRUNK OR TREAT

Friday, October 26

@ Waterford Recreation Center

Happy Halloween!!  Families and local businesses will be passing out candy in our parking lot to trick-or-treaters!  Please let us know if you plan on attending and/or willing to pass out candy.  This will help us have a count for candy.

 

DEARBORN HISTORICAL MUSEUM HALLOWEEN PARTY

Friday, October 26

@ Dearborn Historical Museum

Join us in your favorite costume at the DHM to play games, win prizes, enter in a best costume contest, and participate in trick-or-treating!

 

TRICK OR TREAT PARADE

Friday, October 26

@ Summit Canton

Show off your Halloween costume while you travel along our path collecting goodies and surprises! There is a haunted house at the end, for those who dare! Parents are responsible for the supervision of their children during this special event. Each child must have a ticket to participate. A limited amount of tickets for designated timeslots will be available for purchase beginning Oct 1 at the Summit front Desk. Proof of residency will be required to purchase tickets.

 

SHADOWS FROM THE PAST HALLOWEEN WALK

Friday, October 26

@ Greenmead Historic Village, Livonia

Have frightfully good time at the Shadows From the Past Halloween Walk at Greenmead. Join us Friday, Oct. 26, and trick or treat at the village houses during this family-friendly event. Goodies and treats will be available for everyone. Costumes and flashlights are encouraged. Enjoy refreshments at the end of the tour at the Friends Meeting House.

 

HARVESTFEST

Saturday, October 27

@ Dequindre Cut, Detroit

HarvestFest Detroit will feature lots of family-friendly activities including hayrides, kiddie “tattoo” 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. Enjoy classic Halloween movies and cartoons outdoors on the big screen. There will be food for purchase, great photo opportunities and a visit by Tigers mascot Paws.

 

HALLOWEEN FUN 

Saturday, October 27 

@ Downtown Farmington

Join us in Downtown Farmington Saturday October 27 for free HALLOWEEN FUN, beginning at 9AM with the Haunted Farmers’ Market, 11AM Story Time at the Farmington Public Library, FREE MOVIE at the Farmington Civic Theater, and costumed TRICK-OR-TREAT from 2PM-4PM at participating downtown businesses.

 

DOWNTOWN DEARBORN TRICK-OR-TREAT

Saturday, October 27

@ Downtown Dearborn

Bring all your little trick-or-treaters along with your pets to businesses in both the East and West downtowns. Listed businesses will be treating kids to some spooktacular fun this year! Businesses treating our furry friends will be identified with a special icon.

 

RIVER RAISIN HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 27

@ Downtown Monroe

Join us for Trick or treating from 12noon – 2:00 p.m. Live Music, Costume Contest, Headless Horseman Carriage Rides and much more!

 

13TH ANNUAL SPOOKTACULAR

Saturday, October 27

@ Downtown Auburn Hills

Downtown merchants will be handing out candy and goodies! Bring the kids in costume for a frightfully good time! ALL children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is FREE and will be held rain or shine.

 

HALLOWEEN BASH

Saturday, October 27

@ Ann Arbor Farmers Market

Fun for the whole family. Kids can trick or treat at our candy stations around the market, or practice their art skills with pumpkin painting. All visitors young and old are encouraged to wear costumes!

 

HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN DAY

Saturday, October 27

@ Beacon Park, Detroit

Bring the little ones in costume to Beacon Park’s free Halloween Family Fun Day for a howling good time complete with trick and treating, face painting, inflatables, make and take activities, cider and donuts, music and more.

 

HALLOWEEN FUN FEST

Saturday, October 27

@ St. Clair Shores Veteran’s Memorial Park

Kids of all ages are welcome to trick-or-treat at Veterans Memorial Park! Kids, don’t forget to bring your treat bags! Kids ages 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. All sorts of fun activities will be available including hay rides, kiddie rides, a petting zoo, face painting and MORE! There will also be a non-perishable food drive for the St. Margaret’s food pantry.

 

TRICK-OR-TREAT AT THE FARM

Saturday, October 27

@ Wolcott Farm Center, Ray 

Go Trick-or-Treating in each barn. Enjoy the slightly haunted “Boo Barn”. Watch a movie while enjoying cider and a donut. Join Roscoe the Clown at the Candy Scramble and make a Halloween craft. Don’t forget to visit with the animals. The draft horses have been working hard on their costumes!

 

DOWNTOWN MOUNT CLEMENS HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

Saturday, October 27 

@ Downtown Mount Clemens

Free Halloween Family Fun at the Fountain Stage on Macomb Place, Cherry Street Mall  & Downtown Businesses. There will be trick or treating, trunk or treat, kid-friendly haunted hallway, meet and greet with Hazel the Wacky Witch, Rosco the Clown Show and Halloween Putt Putt Golf.

 

FUNTASTIC HALLOWEEN–ROPL STYLE!

Saturday, October 27

@ Royal Oak Public Library

Bring the whole family for a merry, not scary, time of Halloween games, crafts, parades, dancing, stories, and trick-or-treating around the library. Wear your Halloween costume (or come as you are)! There are two floors of fun, so drop in any time, but make sure to allow enough time to circulate to all of the activities.

 

KIDS, CANDY & CHARACTERS

Saturday, October 27 

@ Oakwoods Metropark, New Boston

Enjoy an indoor program on Halloween history, followed by a hike through the woods to meet some interesting characters and get a head start on your Halloween candy collection. Kids (and adults) are encouraged to wear their costumes.

 

LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOWELL

Saturday, October 27

@ Downtown Howell

This giant outdoor Trick-or-Treating event is also host to the Annual Headless Horseman 5K & Monster Mile as well as hayrides and many more fall activities!

 

THREE-RING HALLOWEEN

Saturday, October 27

@ Troy Historic Village

Come one, come all! Wear your Halloween costume and join us on the Village Green, rain or shine, for our annual family-friendly Trick-or-Treat event. This year’s theme is Three-Ring Circus! Step right up and travel from building to historic building, collecting candy and treats. Enjoy refreshments under the Big Top, play carnival games, and make a circus-themed craft to take home.

 

BOO AT THE NATURE CENTER

Saturday, October 27

@ Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit

This annual event invites children to wear costumes and bring treat bags – 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.

 

HALLOWEEN AT THE LIVONIA YMCA

Saturday, October 27

@ Livonia YMCA

Join the Livonia Y for a spooktacular time! This event is free and open to everyone. We have arts n crafts, scary storytime, fun activities, a costume contest and a Haunted Locker room! This year’s theme is Monster Mash.

 

SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

Saturday, October 27

@ Veteran’s Memorial Park, Roseville

We will be hosting Trick or Treat Trail at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Roseville on Saturday, October 27th for children ages 18 months – 12 years old.  This event will feature DJ music, hot chocolate, petting farm, inflatables, many service clubs, businesses, city departments and individuals handing out candy in a safe and secure setting.   Participant wristbands will be required for entrance into this event.

 

TREATS IN THE STREETS

Sunday, October 28

@ Detroit Historical Museum

Don’t miss one of our favorite days of the year! On Sunday, October 28, children aged 12 and younger can follow clues to explore the museum while searching out treats and games throughout the museum, enjoy free refreshments and make a Halloween craft to take home. We encourage everyone to come in costume! Also bring your own bag, pail or pillow case to collect your goodies.

 

TOWN CENTER TRICK OR TREAT

Saturday, October 27

@ Novi Town Center

Not only are the businesses giving away Halloween goodies but also enjoy complimentary Face painting, Balloon twisting and Photo Booth!

 

ROYAL OAK SPOOKTACULAR

Sunday, October 28

@ Downtown Royal Oak

Have a “Spooktacular time with a trick or treat bag, cider, donuts, a professional photo, access to the bounce houses and pie pumpkin decorating. After everyone is done Trick or Treating, guests will be invited to Washington Street for a Monster Mash Dance Party with a Live DJ. A roaming live magician will stroll the street to amaze little ones and their parents with his sleight of hand. There will also be fun games set up for the kids to play like pumpkin bowling, ring toss, checkers, oversized Connect Four, jumbo Jenga and more.

 

TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

Sunday, October 28

@ Clawson City Park

Children in costume, accompanied by an adult, are invited to trick or treat on the wood chip trail in the park. Trick or treat stations are provided by local businesses and groups. Bring a flashlight and bag for candy! Donuts and cider provided in the pavilion, following the trail.

 

TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL

Sunday, October 28

@ Marshbank Park, West Bloomfield

Get more treats than tricks this fall by walking along the safe and friendly ½ mile paved trail at Marshbank Park during our Trick-or-Treat Trail. Put on your costume and head out to collect goodies from costumed characters, local businesses and organizations.

 

HOOTS AND HAUNTS HALLOWEEN

Sunday, October 28

@ Indian Springs Metropark, White Lake

It’s that time of year when trees creak, doors squeak and we put on a Halloween party for little ghosts and goblins. Wear your favorite Halloween costume and come out for spooky fun. Fun and creepy characters will be your hosts for a not-too-scary afternoon of activities and treats.

 

BIRMINGHAM PUMPKIN PATCH & HALLOWEEN PARADE

Sunday, October 28

@ Shain Park, Birmingham

Dress your children in their Halloween costumes and let the fun begin! The Pumpkin Patch event is hosted by the Junior League of Birmingham. Stick around to march in the annual Birmingham Halloween Parade hosted by the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber at 4 p.m. at the corner of Bates and Martin near Shain Park. Cider and seasonal treats will be served after the parade.

 

FARMINGTON HILLS BOO BASH

Sunday, October 28

@ Heritage Park, Farmington

Come on out to Heritage Park for some Halloween fun! Enjoy s’mores, hayrides, crafts, an animal show, and a “candy free” trick or treat route. Pizza will be provided. Don’t forget to wear your costume!

 

BEVERLY HILLS HALLOWEEN HOOT

Sunday, October 28

@ Beverly Park, Beverly Hills

The first 200 children carve pumpkins that will line the Hoot Trail. (Pumpkins can be picked up after 8:00 p.m. that night or before noon the next day to take home). Children in costume Trick or Treat along the Hoot Trail through the woods, but must be accompanied by an adult. Storytellers, cider and cookies are available in the pavilion.

 

TRICK OR TREAT

Sunday, October 28

@ Outdoor Adventure Center, Detroit 

There are three magical words we all love to hear this time of year – Trick or Treat! Join our staff and some costumed characters as you trick or treat around the OAC. We hope that you will join in the festivities and come in costume!

 

FISH OR TREAT WEEKENDS – HALLOWEEN AT THE AQUARIUM

October 20-21 & October 27-28

@ Sea Life Aquarium

Search for ghoulish goodies in our Interactive Touchpool and seek out spooky creatures throughout the aquarium! Plus, join us for our educational talks & feeding demonstrations & enjoy some sweet treats!

 

TRICK OR TREAT IN THE VILLAGE

Wednesday, October 31

@ Downtown Grosse Pointe

Village merchants pass out treats to costumed friends. This trick-or-treating event will be hosted by the City’s DDA and Parks and Recreation Department. The free family event is for trick or treating and is not a parade.

 

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