Metro Detroit Halloween Events 2026: 25 Best Picks

Last updated: October 2026

Crisp air, cider and donuts, glowing pumpkins and just the right amount of spooky: October in metro Detroit brings a stacked calendar of Halloween fun. These are the metro Detroit Halloween events I’d pick for 2026 across Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Livingston counties, sorted for families with little kids, big kids and teens, and grown-ups who want a night out.

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, so most events pack into the weekends of Oct. 17–18 and Oct. 24–25, and the most popular ones sell out. General admission to Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village is already gone for 2026. Dates and times can change, so double-check the organizer’s site before you go. Heading farther out? My statewide Michigan Halloween guide covers the rest of the state.

Biggest Metro Detroit Halloween Events

Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village — Dearborn

Where: Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn
When: Oct. 8–11, 15–18 and 22–25, 6–9:30 p.m.
Why go: Metro Detroit’s signature Halloween walk, now in its 46th season, with lantern-lit streets, jack-o’-lantern paths, more than 50 costumed characters including the Headless Horseman, and a haunted train ride, the Hallowe’en Express.
Good to know: General admission is sold out for 2026. Dining packages, which include admission and the train, were still available on select nights. Parking is $10 for non-members.

Zoo Boo — Royal Oak

Where: Detroit Zoo, 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
When: Oct. 9–11, 16–18 and 23–25, 3–8:30 p.m.
Why go: Trick-or-treat stations, illuminated décor, character meet-and-greets and fall animal enrichments, with the whole zoo open until 6 p.m. for the first time.
Good to know: Tickets are $21–$25 online and $27 at the gate, plus $8 parking. Some treat stations are allergen-friendly, and full-face animal masks aren’t allowed.

Glenlore Trails: CarnEvil 2 — Commerce Twp

Where: 3860 Newton Rd, Commerce Twp
When: Thursday through Sunday evenings through Nov. 1
Why go: A one-mile forest walk turned into a carnival of lights, sound and storytelling, spooky rather than scary and fine for all ages.
Good to know: Plan on about an hour. Tickets are timed and sold online.

Terror on Tillson Street — Romeo

Where: Tillson Street, Downtown Romeo
When: Displays are up through October, with the full show on Oct. 31
Why go: A neighborhood transforms itself into one of Michigan’s most over-the-top Halloween spectacles. Homeowners line the street with elaborate themed displays ranging from playful pumpkins and haunted houses to cinematic horror scenes.
Good to know: Free. There are no public restrooms, so park on nearby streets in the village and walk in. Halloween night is the busiest by far.

Best Metro Detroit Halloween Events for Little Kids

Little Goblins at Ford House — Grosse Pointe Shores

Where: Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Shores
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Why go: Toddler-perfect and no-scare: a trick-or-treat trail, hayrides, a straw maze, lawn games and cider and donuts, all on the Lake St. Clair shore.
Good to know: Buy tickets ahead through Ford House’s events page. Strollers are welcome.

Trick or Treat Along the Trail — Kensington Metropark, Milford

Where: Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Pkwy, Milford
When: Saturday, Oct. 17, noon–3:45 p.m.
Why go: A non-scary pumpkin path with costumed characters and fall photo stops.
Good to know: $5 per person, plus a Metroparks vehicle pass. Pre-registration is required.

Meadow Brook Hall-oween — Rochester

Where: Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, five one-hour sessions starting at 10 a.m.
Why go: Trick-or-treating across the estate grounds, yard games, fall crafts in a heated tent, and cider & donuts.
Good to know: $20 for kids and $10 for adults. Book a session ahead.

West Bloomfield Trick-or-Treat Trail — West Bloomfield

Where: Marshbank Park, 2805 Hiller Rd, West Bloomfield
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 3–5:30 p.m. (four time slots)
Why go: A half-mile, paved, stroller-friendly candy trail with costumed characters and local booths.
Good to know: For ages 3–12. $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. It sells out, so register through West Bloomfield Parks. It runs rain or shine.

Boo Bash — Farmington Hills

Where: Heritage Park, 24725 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (half-hour sessions)
Why go: Candy-free treat stations, hayrides, s’mores and a gentle Halloween trail for preschool through 3rd grade.
Good to know: $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required, and this one sells out.

Family Trick-or-Treat at the Farm — Wolcott Mill Metropark, Ray

Where: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd, Ray
When: Oct. 23–25, 6–8 p.m.
Why go: Trick-or-treat through the animal barns, where the animals dress up too.
Good to know: $5 per person (under 2 free), plus a Metroparks vehicle pass. Pre-registration is required, and adults are encouraged to come in costume.

Halloween Fun for Big Kids, Teens and Families

TreeRunner HallowGlow — Rochester & West Bloomfield

Where: TreeRunner Adventure Parks in Rochester and West Bloomfield
When: Fridays through Sundays through Oct. 31 (Fri–Sat 4–10 p.m., Sun 2–8 p.m.)
Why go: Illuminated treetop courses with Halloween music and candy along the way.
Good to know: For ages 7 and up, with two- and three-hour sessions. Wear closed-toe shoes.

Halloween Stroll — Canterbury Village, Lake Orion

Where: Canterbury Village, 2359 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion
When: Oct. 9–11, 16–18, 23–25 and 30 (half-hour entries, 6–8 p.m.)
Why go: Jack-o’-lantern displays, animatronics, live characters and photo ops along a walkable route. It’s not a scare haunt.
Good to know: Buying online saves money over the $25 gate price, and Friday and Sunday are cheaper than Saturday.

Evening Lantern Tours — Oakwoods Metropark, New Boston

Where: Oakwoods Metropark, 32911 Willow Rd, New Boston
When: Oct. 22–24, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Why go: Lantern-carrying guides lead you through pumpkin-lit woods to meet characters from Michigan legends and local history. It’s eerie, not a haunted attraction.
Good to know: Ages 8 and up. $12 per person plus a Metroparks pass. Register ahead.

Treats at the Beach — Lake St. Clair Metropark, Harrison Twp

Where: Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metro Pkwy, Harrison Township
When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2–4:30 p.m.
Why go: Trunk-or-treat with a lake view, with festive displays along the beach plaza plus hayrides and face painting.
Good to know: Free with a Metroparks vehicle pass.

Cider in the City — Beacon Park, Detroit

Where: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit
When: Oct. 10–11 and 17–18, 1–5 p.m.
Why go: Fresh cider and donuts, horse-drawn hayrides around the park, seasonal crafts and food trucks, right downtown.
Good to know: Free.

LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat Monster Party — Auburn Hills

Where: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Auburn Hills
When: Daily through Oct. 31, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Why go: Halloween builds, glow-in-the-dark brick projects and the Great Monster Chase 4D movie.
Good to know: It’s indoors, so it’s the best rainy-day pick on this list. Book online.

Haunted Hazel Park Halloween Art Fair — Hazel Park

Where: Greens Park, 620 W Woodward Heights Blvd, Hazel Park
When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Why go: An outdoor market where every artist sells something Halloween, fall or horror-themed, plus kids’ crafts.
Good to know: Free admission, and a great place to grab last-minute décor.

English Gardens Family Fall Fest — Multiple Locations

Where: All six metro Detroit English Gardens: Royal Oak, Plymouth, Clinton Twp, West Bloomfield, Dearborn Heights and Eastpointe
When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Why go: A kid-centric fall day with pumpkin decorating, yard games, a scavenger hunt and costume contests for kids and pets.
Good to know: Free.

Downtown Trick-or-Treating and Halloween Festivals

Northville Fall Lantern Festival and Streets of Treats — Northville

Where: Mill Race Village and Downtown Northville
When: Lantern Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17 (from 10 a.m.); Streets of Treats on Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m.–noon
Why go: The Lantern Festival has pumpkin carving and Victorian-era crafts by day, then hundreds of glowing carved pumpkins and ghost stories after dark. A week later, downtown trick-or-treating fills Main Street.
Good to know: The Lantern Festival is $15 and includes a pumpkin. Streets of Treats is free.

Downtown Royal Oak Spooktacular — Royal Oak

Where: Downtown Royal Oak
When: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2–5 p.m.
Why go: A downtown trick-or-treat trail with a magic show, live entertainment and face painting.
Good to know: Free. Pick up a trail map when you arrive.

Detroit PAL-o-ween — The Corner Ballpark, Detroit

Where: The Corner Ballpark, 1680 Michigan Ave, Detroit
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2–5 p.m.
Why go: A community afternoon with trick-or-treating, bounce houses, crafts and games at the old Tiger Stadium site.
Good to know: Register in advance.

Deranged Kids Trick or Treat Night — Romulus

Where: Deranged Haunt, 35560 Goddard Rd, Romulus
When: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6:30–8 p.m.
Why go: One of the scarier haunted woods around turns scare-free for a night, a fun way to introduce kids to haunted attractions without the nightmares. The full-scare version is in my metro Detroit haunted houses list.

Grown-Up Halloween Nights Out

Spookeasy Bar (21+) — Royal Park Hotel, Rochester

Where: Park 600 at Royal Park Hotel, 600 E University Dr, Rochester
When: Thursday through Saturday nights in October (Thu 5–11 p.m., Fri–Sat 5 p.m.–midnight)
Why go: The hotel bar goes fully haunted, with spooky cocktails and devilish bites.
Good to know: 21+.

Hall-oween Bewitching Hour (21+) — Meadow Brook Hall, Rochester

Where: Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Why go: A strolling costume party at the Great Estate, with grown-up trick-or-treat stations, live music, signature cocktails and a self-guided tour of the mansion.
Good to know: $50, and it includes one drink. Adults only.

Witches Night Out — Lake Orion and Oxford

Where: Downtown Lake Orion and Downtown Oxford
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 5–10 p.m.
Why go: A costumed ladies’ night with shopping specials, dining and a trolley running between the two downtowns.

Metro Detroit Halloween FAQ

When is trick-or-treating in metro Detroit?

Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct. 31, in 2026, and each city sets its own trick-or-treat hours, so check your city’s website or social pages the week before. Many downtowns also hold their own trick-or-treat events on the weekends before Halloween.

Are costumes required for these events?

Not required, but encouraged at nearly every event. A few have rules: Zoo Boo doesn’t allow full-face animal masks, and Greenfield Village doesn’t allow costume weapons.

Where can I find “spooky, not scary” Halloween fun?

Glenlore Trails’ CarnEvil 2, Zoo Boo, Canterbury Village’s Halloween Stroll, Kensington’s Trick or Treat Along the Trail and Little Goblins at Ford House are all festive rather than frightening.

If your crew is ready for real scares, my Michigan haunted houses guide has the big ones, from Erebus to Eloise Asylum. Which metro Detroit Halloween tradition does your family never skip? Tell me in the comments.