Adults can have their own fun and check out the hottest parties and celebrations going on all night on October 31 and leading up to Halloween. Halloween season is here! It’s more than just one day of ghoulish antics. Trunk-or-treating and trick-or-treating are classic traditions to take part in as well as the lists of other local activities “boo!” along to.
Detroit youth have an overflow of city-centered fall activities to celebrate Halloween in Detroit. Not to mention, heaps of candy waiting for them! Community organizations and other key areas of Detroit are working to put on another year of thrill for young minds. There are tons of sights to see, especially fall colors in Detroit.
Spooky and spectacular events are happening all across Metro Detroit. Gather your little monster friends and see what activities and crafts the Detroit and Metro Detroit communities are conjuring up.
Detroitisit rounded up a quick list to celebrate Halloween in Detroit this year, geared towards youth and younger children in the city of Detroit. There are more events in the area, so check out what else is going on this month for everyone.
JOIN THE LOCAL “THRILLER” FLASH MOB
Date: Saturday, October 25 from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
It wouldn’t be Halloween in Detroit without a dramatic surprise community dance! Halloween time can bring out some crazy moves in people, so show the town what you got and show up for this unforgettable performance. Click HERE to view the website for more details and to register.
Location: Scarfest Palmer Park
910 Merrill Plaisance St, Detroit
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ZOO BOO
Date: October 7-8, 14-15 and 20-22 from 2 to 6 PM.
It wouldn’t be Halloween in Detroit with the family without the annual Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo. Experiencing the zoo during seasonal months and holidays is truly a treat. Be one with the animals and eat as many sweet treats as you please. Walk through the zoo for educational tidbits and trick-or-treat stations. What theme sounds the most exciting? Is it the Monster Mash? Look at the schedule for each weekend’s theme. Keep an eye out for the adults-only happenings as well. Click HERE to view the Detroit Zoo website for more information and to purchase tickets.
Location: 8450 W. 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak
DISNEY JUNIOR LIVE ON TOUR: COSTUME PALOOZA
Date: Friday, October 20th, 2023 6 PM
To see costumes in an even more performative light, get tickets for the little ones to see “Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza”. It’s always a good time when favorite Disney characters come to life. Wear your costumes to match this magical night and prepare to be amazed. “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” and other hit Disney Junior series including: Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Doc McStuffins, the Puppy Dog Pals, and Bo from “Firebuds.” This year’s live show is adding more entertainment with the adorable superhero kittens from the new action-packed hit series, “SuperKitties.” Click HERE to view the 313 Presents website for more details and to purchase tickets. Click HERE to view the Fox Theatre website to learn more.
Location: Fox Theatre-2211 Woodward Ave, Detroit
HALLOWEEN AT THE Y
Saturday, October 25 at The Boll Y, Detroit
This October is brewing with indoor and outdoor adventures. Immerse yourselves in the magical transformation of Halloween in Detroit with Halloween at The Y! Get your body moving in a spooktacular way. Take the kids to spend a day of play that includes healthy treats, eerie games, the best Halloween music, activities, and much more family fun. Whether you all wear your costumes or not, the party will be on. Open to the public, click HERE to view the YMCA Metropolitan Detroit website for more information.
Location: 1401 Broadway, Detroit
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HALLOWEEN FUN NIGHT AT THE DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY
Friday, October 31 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Celebrate Halloween in Detroit with “Halloween Fun Night” with the family. Go all out with costumes, games and more. Do you and your kids have the best scream? It will be a wild night to remember, especially with Imagine Photo Booth to take pictures. Expect lots of trick or treating and candy as well. Children of all ages are welcome. Click HERE to view the Detroit Public Library website for more news on how each local branch celebrates Halloween at the library. Events are for kids of all ages. Click HERE to view the event page for more information.
Location: Main | Detroit Public Library-5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit
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