Where to find Halloween treats and scares in Metro Detroit during 2026
Whether you prefer scary boos or kid-friendly candy collections, there are plenty of Halloween-themed events to choose from this fall in Metro Detroit.
If you are interested in a ticketed event, you should make reservations early. Some of the popular dates were sold out in early September, according to local venues hosting the seasonal fun.
Here are some festivities to choose from, listed by event date or by season start. A trunk-or-treat event features candy stations in a park or parking lot, with decorated vehicles. CBS News Detroit will update this list throughout the Halloween season.
Neighborhood trick-or-treat times, in communities where they are declared, will be in a separate list.
Motor City Ghosts
Sept. 14-Nov. 30
Motor City Ghosts is a walking guided tour series that begins at 100 Temple Street in Detroit, with the stories to include "historic fires, mobsters, and unsolved mysteries that leave an enduring mark on Detroit." The tours are selected dates from Sept.14 through Nov. 30.
This is a ticketed event.
Halloween Costume Swap
Sept. 14-30
The Monroe Family YMCA on West Elm Avenue in Monroe and Monroe Family YMCA on Waterstradt-Commerce Drive in Dundee are each hosting a Halloween costume swap. Donations are welcome at both sites through Sept. 30.
Erebus Haunted Attraction
Sept. 18-Nov. 7
The Erebus Haunted Attraction on Perry Street in Pontiac will be open on selected dates from Sept. 18 through Nov. 7. This is a walk-through haunted venue with a 25-year history. "The show changes every year, although we do keep some of the more popular scenes," the venue says.
This is a ticketed venue.
CarnEvil 2 at Glenlore Trails
Sept. 18 - Nov. 1 (selected dates)
Glenlore Trails on Newton Road in Commerce Township will continue a mysterious carnival theme for its fall lighted, evening trail walk along a forested path.
This is a ticketed event.
Eloise Asylum
Sept. 25-Nov. 1.
The Eloise Asylum haunted attraction, located at a former psychiatric hospital on Michigan Avenue in Westland, features special effects and escape rooms.
This is a ticketed venue.
Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village
Oct. 1-4, Oct. 8-11, Oct. 15-18, Oct. 22-25
Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village runs from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on selected dates at The Henry Ford Greenfield Village in Dearborn. More than 50 costumed characters and live performances will be found along jack-o'-lantern paths. Visitors are invited to wear costumes, "however, swords, sharp instruments and other weapons, real or imagined, are not allowed," The Henry Ford said.
This is often a sold-out event. Ticket prices and add-ons vary.
Ypsiween Street Festival
Oct. 2
This event has already taken place in Ypsilanti.
Scarefest Scream Park
Oct. 2-Nov. 1
Scarefest Scream Park, at the corner of Gratiot Avenue and 28 Mile Road, Lenox Township, will be open to the public during the evenings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 2 through Nov. 1. The venue also has some special events starting on Sept. 18. The scream park invites visitors to experience a wooded trail, a maze, a haunted castle or a haunted hayride.
Ticket prices vary, and advance ticket purchase is recommended for busy nights.
Octobernight 2026
Oct. 2-3
This event has already taken place in Monroe.
Historically Haunted Detroit
Oct. 3-30 (selected dates)
Detroit History Tours will host its Historically Haunted Detroit tours on selected dates from Oct. 3-30. This is a 21-and-over event with tales to feature legends and lore from Detroit's history.
This is a ticketed event.
Carleton Movie Club - Spooky Season
Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
The Carleton Branch Library in Carleton, Michigan, will host family-friendly "fright flicks" at 1 p.m. on Saturdays in October.
Kids Costume Swap
Oct. 3
This event has already taken place in Mornoe.
Dundee's Pumpkin Palooza
Oct. 3
This event has already taken place in Dundee.
Bram Stoker's Dracula and Vampire Ball
Oct. 3
This event has already taken place in Detroit.
Zoo Boo
Oct. 3-4, Oct. 9-11, Oct. 16-18, Oct. 23-25
Zoo Boo runs from 3 to 8:30 p.m. on selected dates during October at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak. This event includes a character meet and greet, live entertainment, giveaways and trick-or-treat stations. Costumes are encouraged, but the zoo has posed rules such as no full-face animal masks and no costumes "depicting hate, violence or political messaging." All visitors age 2 and older need a ticket. Parking is $8 per vehicle. Ticket prices and add-ons vary.
Halloween Market in Dundee
Oct. 4
This event has already taken place in Dundee.
Trunk or Treat at Friends of Companion Animals
Oct. 4
This event has already taken place in Frenchtown Township.
Campus Kids Day
Oct. 4
This event has already taken place in Detroit.
Trunk or Treat in China Township
Oct. 9
This event has already taken place in Yax Park.
Wyandotte Police Trunk or Treat
Oct. 9
This event has already taken place at Wyandotte City Hall.
Halloween in Frenchtown Township
Oct. 9-10
This event has already taken place at Frenchtown Township Community and Event Center.
Trunk or Treat in Farmington Hills
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place at Costick Center.
Trunk or Treat in Brighton
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place at the Brighton post, Michigan State Police, on Buno Road, Brighton.
Howl-O-Ween Bark in the Park
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place at the Riverfront Park Parking Lot Gazebo in Monroe.
Halloween Festival at Nankin Mills
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place in Westland.
Center Line Halloween Town
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place at Center Line Parks and Recreation.
Indoor Trick-or-Treat Trail in Port Huron
Oct. 10
This event has already taken place at Cross Current Church.
Sanilac Museum's Haunted Village
Oct. 10, 17
Sanilac Museum's Haunted Village on South Ridge Street in Port Sanilac will be open from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 10 and 17. The grounds and historic buildings will provide "creepy sights, eerie sounds, and just enough thrills for every age." Activities include spooky trails, bonfires and food concessions.
Admission costs $5, payable at the gate.
Trunk or Treat at Huron High School
Oct. 11
This event has already taken place at Huron High School.
Trick or Treat on the Huron River
Oct. 11
This event has already taken place at the Gallup Canoe Livery in Ann Arbor.
Spooky Swim
Oct. 13
The Livonia Parks and Recreation will host a Spooky Swim party from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 11 at Kirksey Recreation Center Leisure Pool.
This is a ticketed event and reservations are required.
Ford House After Dark
Oct. 15, Nov. 19
Ford House After Dark is an evening event for those age 21 and older at the main residents of The Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. There will be storytelling and soft lighting during the tours on Oct. 15 and Nov. 19.
This is a ticketed event.
Witch's Night in Dundee
Oct. 15
Witch's Night takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 15 in downtown Dundee. The free event features food trucks, local vendors, and live performances. Costumes encouraged.
Ghosts, Goblins and Grief Trunk or Treat
Oct. 16
Gabby's Grief Center of Monroe will host a Ghosts, Goblins and Grief Trunk or Treat from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Mall of Monroe on Monroe Street in Monroe. Attendees should enter by the former Target store / mall main entrance.
Sterling Frights
Oct. 17
The Sterling Frights event, hosted by Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation, will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17 at Dodge Park. There will be hay rides, a straw maze, inflatables and trick or treat.
Hallowcrawl: Nightmare on Main Street
Oct. 17
Hallowcrawl: Nightmare on Main Street is an event for those age 21 and older from 2 to 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in downtown Royal Oak. Costumes are encouraged in the event billed as "Michigan's largest haunted bar crawl."
This is a ticketed event.
Not-So-Haunted Trail in Monroe
Oct. 17
A Not-So-Haunted Trail will be open for visitors from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at Knabusch Math and Science Center on Waters Edge Drive in Monroe.
This is promoted as a fun, "not scary," family-friendly walk along the trails.
Oak Park Trunk or Treat
Oct. 17
The City of Oak Park Recreation Department will host a trunk or treat party from 1 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 17 at the Water Tower Social District on Kingston Street, Oak Park.
Trick or Treat at Great Lakes Crossing
Oct. 17
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets will host a trick-or-treat event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the mall on Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills.
Costumed children are invited to collect treats at participating retailers. The first 500 kids and families to visit the Welcome Table in District 7 will receive a free treat bag.
Trails of Treats 2026
Oct. 17
The Trails of Treats 2026 event is from noon to 3 p.m. at Thelma Spencer Park on John R Road in Rochester Hills. Area businesses, nonprofit organizations and clubs will host the treat stations. About 1,500 children are expected to attend.
This is a free community trick-or-treat event in the park. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Hallohaven in Woodhaven
Oct. 17
A Hallohaven party will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Woodhaven Community Center on Hall Road in Woodhaven. There will be pony rides, a magic show and trunk or treat.
Trunk or Treat in Casco Township
Oct. 17
A trunk or treat party will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at Casco Township Hall on Meldrum Road in Casco Township.
Trucks and Treats in Port Huron
Oct. 17
The Trucks and Treats event, sponsored by Port Huron Downtown Development Authority and St. Clair County Library, will take place from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 in downtown Port Huron. Police cars, fire trucks, public transportation and construction vehicles will be on display as children collect treats.
The Legend of Sleepy Howell
Oct. 17
The Legend of Sleepy Howell event will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 17 at and around the Fire and Ice Pavilion in downtown Howell. There will be Halloween- and fall-themed activities, including trick-or-treating.
This free festival is billed as Livingston County's largest outdoor trick-or-treating event.
Spooktacular Village Open House
Oct. 17
Westland Village Historic Park will feature a Spooktacular Village Open House from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at the park on WayneRoad in Westland.
Monroe County Teen Ambassadors Trunk or Treat
Oct. 18
The Monroe County Teen Ambassadors will host a trunk or treat event from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds on M-50.
This event will be held rain or shine.
Boo Bash in Ann Arbor
Oct. 18
Boo Bash will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at Burh Park in Ann Arbor. The event includes pumpkin carving demonstrations, games and activities.
Monroe County Young Marines Trunk or Treat
Oct. 20
The Monroe County Young Marines will host a trunk or treat event from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Monroe Post 1138, Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, Jones Avenue, Monroe.
Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree
Oct. 21
A Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at Seymour Lake Township Park on Seymour Lake Road, Oxford. This event is for ages 12 and younger.
This is a ticketed event.
Troy Police Halloween Safety Bash
Oct. 22
The Troy Police Halloween Safety Bash will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Troy Police Department on Big Beaver Road in Troy.
Families are asked to register the number of children who are trick-or-treating and their preferred time slot at the event notice.
Boo Fest at Green Oak Village Place
Oct. 23
Green Oak Village Place is working with the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce to host Boo Fest from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 23 at the shopping center on Village Place Boulevard.
More than 50 businesses from the Brighton area are participating. There will be candy, games and giveaways.
Livingston County First Responder Trunk or Treat
Oct. 23
The Livingston County First Responder Trunk or Treat party will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23 at 150 S. Highlander Way in Howell.
Trunk or Treat in Allen Park
Oct. 23
A trunk or treat party hosted by Allen Park Presbyterian Church and Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23 along Park Avenue in Allen Park.
Top Lights Trunk or Treat
Oct. 23
The Lapeer County Sheriff's Office with Michigan State Police and other agencies will host the Top Lights Trunk or Treat from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23 in the parking lot of Lapeeer High School on Saginaw Street in Lapeer.
Taylor Hallow-Palooza
Oct. 23
The City of Taylor will host a Hallow-Palooza party, including a trunk-or-treat, on Oct. 23 at the Sheridan Open Air Pavilion in Heritage Park. Those hosting treat stations are asked to plan for 2,500 children to attend. This event will be held rain or shine.
Streets of Treats in Northville
Oct. 24
The Streets of Treets will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 24 in downtown Northville. Businesses and organizations will set up their treat stations along Main Street and Center Street w.
Auburn Hills Spook-tacular
Oct. 24
The Auburn Hills Spook-tacular will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 in downtown Auburn Hills. This event features trick-or-treat at the downtown businesses.
Little Goblins at the Ford House
Oct. 24
Little Goblins are invited to The Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 24, with a sensory-friendly early hour from 10 to 11 a.m. This event will be held rain or shine. There are trick-or-treat stations around the estate grounds, along with children's games and activities.
This is a ticketed event; prices vary.
Trunk or Treat in Ecorse
Oct 24
The Ecorse Parks and Recreation Department and Ecorse Fire Department will host a trunk or treat from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 at Pepper Park in Ecorse.
Trunk or Treat at Crayton Event Center
Oct. 24
Crayton Event Center on East McNichols Road in Detroit will host a trunk or treat party from 5 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 24. Organizers request that costumes, props and behavior "remain appropriate for a family-friendly event."
This is a free outdoor event, candy donations are welcome.
Downtown Monroe Trick or Treat
Oct. 24
The Downtown Monroe Trick or Treat is from noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at participating businesses in the area of Monroe, First, Washington, and Front Streets in downtown Monroe.
The Riverfront Parking Lot, which is the free city parking along the River Raisin, is accessible from Front Street near Cass Avenue.
Trunk or Treat at Christ Lutheran Church
Oct. 24
Christ Lutheran Church on Canal Road in Sterling Heights will host a trunk-or-treat event from 3 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 24.
Downtown Dearborn Trick or Treat
Oct. 24
Downtown Dearborn Trick-or-Treating is from 1 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24, with businesses in both the East and West downtown districts participating.
Trunk or Treat in Raisin Township
Oct. 24
Raisin Township Fire Department will host a trunk or treat from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 24 on South Occidental Road, Tecumseh.
Washtenaw County Halloween Bash
Oct. 24
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office will host a Halloween Bash from 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 24 at 2057 Tyler Road, Ypsilanti. There will be treat stations and a haunted house.
Hallowpalooza
Oct. 24
The Hallowpalooza event will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 at Tucker Park in Harrison Township. This party includes a kids' costume parade and contest, petting zoo and trunk-or-treat.
Birmingham Pumpkin Patch
Oct. 24
The Birmingham Pumpkin Patch event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 at Shain Park on Merrill Street in downtown Birmingham. This event includes food trucks, story time, music and kids' activities.
Meadow Brook Hall-oween
Oct. 25
Meadow Brook Hall-oween takes place at Meadow Brook Hall on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester. Trick or treat stations will be placed both outside along the estate's walking paths and on the first floor of the mansion. There will also be games and crafts.
This is a ticketed event; prices vary.
Trunk or Treat in South Rockwood
Oct. 25
A trunk-or-treat event will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 25 at South Rockwood United Methodist Church, South Huron River Drive, South Rockwood.
Southfield Police Department Trunk or Treat
Oct. 25
The Southfield Police Department will host a trunk or treat event from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Southfield Pavilion on Evergreen Road in Southfield.
This is a free event and will take place rain or shine.
Trunk or Treat in Taylor
Oct. 25
Beacon Baptist Church on Northline Road in Taylor will host a trunk-or-treat from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 25. There will be donuts, cider, a petting farm and treats.
Admission is free. This is a weather permitting event.
Trunk or Treat Family Fun Night
Oct. 28
A Trunk or Treat Family Fun Night will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Opportunity Center at ALCC on Eastchester Street in Monroe.
This event includes activities in the community center gym, food and resources in the social area, and a trunk-or-treat in the alley near the building.
Neighborhood Trunk or Treat
Oct. 28
MiSide Community Impact Network will host a Neighborhood Trunk or Treat from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at MiSide, 5716 Michigan Ave., Detroit.
This is a free event with costumes and candy.
Trunk or Treat in Monroe
Oct. 29
A trunk or treat event will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29 in the parking lot of ProMedica Physicians Obstetrics | Gynecology - Monroe on East Elm Avenue. There will be food trucks, entertainment games and candy.
Halloween Monster Bash
Oct. 29
A Halloween Monster Bash will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29 at Jefferson Recreation Center on Williams Road in Newport. This includes music, games and trunk-or-treat.
Admission is $3 per child.
Hall-Oween: Bewitching Hour
Oct. 29
Meadow Brook Hall will host Hall-Oween: Bewitching Hour, an adults' Halloween party, on Oct. 29. There will be "grown-up trick-or-treating," special cocktails, snacks and a lighted woodland path to explore.
This is a ticketed event; prices vary.
Detroit Fright Crawl
Oct. 29-31
Detroit Fright Crawl events for those age 21 and older are scheduled from Oct. 29 through 31. Check-in is at The Social Brews, with participants checking out the scene from Greektown to Corktown.
This is a ticketed event and wristbands will be checked.
Harvest Fest at Franklin Wright Settlements
Oct. 30
A harvest fest will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at Franklin Wright Settlements on Charlevoix Street, Detroit. The party includes a DJ, costume contest, dance contest and treats.
Halloween Concert Over the Cove
Oct. 30
A Halloween Concert Over the Cove with the Kalkaska quartet will begin at 6 p.m. Oct. 30 at The Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores.
This is a ticketed event.
Downtown Milan Trick or Treat
Oct. 30
The Downtown Milan Trick or Treat will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 with treat stations set up in and around Tolan Square in downtown Milan.
Hallowed Eve
Oct. 31
DABO Detroit will host its Hallowed Eve Halloween alternative party from 1 to 4 p.m Oct. 31. There will be music, games and candy at the event aimed at ages 12 and younger with their families.
Registration is required to attend.
Hallowicked 2026
Oct. 31
AEG presents Insane Clown Posse for Hallowicked 2026 on Oct. 31 at the Masonic Temple Theater in Detroit.
This is a ticketed event.
Halloween Safety Night in Sumpter Township
Oct 31
The Sumpter Township fire and police departments will host a free candy safety check and kids' winter attire giveaway from 6 to 8 p.m. at the fire station on Sumpter Road in Belleville.
Spooky Spectacular Halloween at Orchestra Hall
Oct. 31
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra will host a Spooky Spectacular! Halloween performance with spooky sounds and music to match the occasion at 11 a.m. Oct. 31 as part of its Young People's Concert series at Orchestra Hall.
This is a ticketed event.
Downtown Dundee Halloween Bash
Oct. 31
The Downtown Dundee Halloween Bash, hosted by the Dundee Downtown Development Authority, will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the municipal parking lot in downtown Dundee. There will be cider, prizes, hot dogs and donuts.
Downtown Monroe Halloween Pub Crawl
Oct. 31
A Downtown Halloween Pub Crawl will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. at participating venues in downtown Monroe. The craw begins at 7 p.m. at The Dive Bar and The Wine and Beer Portal.
Halloween in the D
Oct. 31
More than 20 locations across Detroit, including Detroit police precincts, fire stations and other city locations will host trunk or treat events on Oct. 31 as part of the Halloween in the D celebrations. More than 30,000 people attend these events across the city.
A list of locations and times is on the city's website.
The above video originally aired on Oct. 13, 2026.
