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. Neighborhood trick-or-treat times will be announced later.

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

First Fridays Ypsilanti will host the Ypsiween Street Festival from 5 to 10 p.m. Oct. 2 with street festivals along Washington Street and Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti. This event features art, music, food and entertainment.

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

The Monroe County Museum will host Octobernight 2026 evening tours starting at 6 p.m. Oct. 2 and 3 at River Raisin Territorial Park, corner of Raisinville Road and North Custer Road in Monroe. This event at an 1817 farmstead explores the tale and legends "that have lurked around Michigan's dark corners for centuries."

This is a ticketed event and often sells out in advance.

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

The Frenchtown-Dixie Branch Library on Nadeau Road, Monroe, will host a Kids Costume Swap from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 3. Those who have costumes to donate should do so by Oct. 2.

This is a free, drop-in event, with selections on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dundee's Pumpkin Palooza

Oct. 3

Dundee's Pumpkin Palooza festival, hosted by Dundee Area Business Association, takes place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Wolverine Park in downtown Dundee.

Bram Stoker's Dracula and Vampire Ball

Oct. 3

A film screening of Bram Stoker's Dracula, accompanied by a Vampire Ball, will take place on Oct. 3 at the Redford Theatre on Lahser Road in Detroit.

This is a ticketed event. 

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

The Dundee Farmers and Artisans Market will feature a Halloween Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 4 at the corner of Van Nest and Ypsilanti Streets, Dundee. Kids are welcome to wear costumes and enjoy holiday activities during the market's regular hours.

Trunk or Treat at Friends of Companion Animals

Oct. 4

Friends of Companion Animals, a cat rescue and adoption center, will host a trunk or treat from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 4 in its animal shelter parking lot on North Dixie Highway, Frenchtown Township.

This is a free event.

Campus Kids Day

Oct. 4

The Campus Kids Day Lil' Boo Bash and Downtown Detroit Treat n' Peek will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. throughout Campus Martius Park, Cadillac Square and along Woodward Avenue in Detroit. This event is organized by the Downtown Detroit Partnership and is free to participants. Costumes are encouraged, there will be giveaways and treat stations.

Registration is not required, but is requested so that sponsors can plan for the number of children attending.

Wyandotte Police Trunk or Treat

Oct. 9

The Wyandotte Police Trunk or Treat will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. in the parking lot of City Hall, along Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte.

Halloween in Frenchtown Township

Oct. 9-10

The Frenchtown Township Community and Event Center on North Dixie Highway in Monroe will host its first Spooky's Fright Night Haunted House on Oct. 9 and 10. This is a free event. The 7 to 11 p.m. Friday show is "the scarier version of our haunted house," the 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday hours are "a more family-friendly experience."

A trunk or treat party is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 10 in conjunction with the haunted house program.

Trunk or Treat in Farmington Hills

Oct. 10

A trunk or treat party will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 10 at the Costick Center on 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills.

This is a free event.

Howl-O-Ween Bark in the Park

Oct. 10

The Howl-O-Ween Bark in the Park event, hosted by Monroe Parks and Recreation, will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Riverfront Park Parking Lot Gazebo in downtown Monroe.

The parking lot entrance is on Front Street near Cass Avenue. 

Halloween Festival at Nankin Mills

Oct. 10

A Halloween Festival featuring children's games, candy and a costume parade will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 10 at Nankin MIlls on Hines Drive, Westland. This event is hosted by Wayne County Parks.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. More than 30,000 people attend these annual events across the city.

A list of locations and times is on the city's website.

This list will be updated as additional announcements are available.