Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Bloomington 2026

18 unique & unusual Halloween events near Bloomington

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Minneapolis Halloween Race)

Minneapolis Halloween Race

Sat, Oct 31

Minneapolis 10 mi

Costumed run along the Mississippi River benefiting Shriners Children's Hospital.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (BareBones 32nd Annual Halloween Extravaganza)

BareBones 32nd Annual Halloween Extravaganza

Oct 29 – Nov 1

Minneapolis 7 mi

Community spectacle of giant puppetry, stilting, dance, fire, and live music.

Illustration of a friendly ghost with a magnifying glass in a cozy puzzle room with a desk, keys, clocks and pumpkins (Nowhere Entertainment Escape Rooms)

Nowhere Entertainment Escape Rooms

Inver Grove Heights 11 mi $$

Four immersive escape rooms created by Nowhere Haunted House designers.

Illustration of a boy holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street lined with lit houses, pumpkins and a full moon (Minneapolis Candlelight Ghost Tour)

Minneapolis Candlelight Ghost Tour

Minneapolis 8 mi

Haunted nighttime trolley ride equipped with ghost glasses and flickering candles.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Union Depot Ghost Tour)

Union Depot Ghost Tour

Fri, Sep 18

St Paul 13 mi $$

Behind-the-scenes walking tour exploring ghost stories at Saint Paul's historic railway station.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (GHOSTLAND of Old Saint Paul Bus Tour)

GHOSTLAND of Old Saint Paul Bus Tour

St Paul 14 mi $$$

Deluxe coach tour of city haunts with 2-for-1 post-tour beers.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt)

Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt

Minneapolis 8 mi $$$

Hands-on paranormal investigation using ghost hunting gear inside a historic mansion.

Witches Night Out

Thu, Oct 22

Minneapolis 14 mi $$

Evening shopping crawl featuring a costume contest, raffles, and exclusive discounts.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Wolfpack Pumpkin Bash 2026)

Wolfpack Pumpkin Bash 2026

Oct 30 – Nov 1

Cottage Grove 18 mi

Youth hockey tournament featuring Bantam B1 and Peewee B1 teams.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Ghosts & Gables After Dark)

Ghosts & Gables After Dark

Fri, Oct 23

St Paul 11 mi $$

Lantern-lit ghost walk through the historic Summit Avenue neighborhood.

Grape Harvest 2026

Minnetrista 21 mi

Harvest estate-grown Marquette grapes alongside the farm's winemaking team.

Illustration of costumed figures beside a table with two gold trophies on a hay covered stage with pumpkins and string lights (Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party)

Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party

Wed, Oct 7

Minneapolis 9 mi $$

Celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party

Grande Day Parade

Sat, Oct 24

Anoka 25 mi Free

Features a 1.5-mile route through downtown Anoka.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Dia De Muertos Celebration at Midtown Global Market)

Dia De Muertos Celebration at Midtown Global Market

Minneapolis 8 mi Free

A vibrant community celebration of Dia de Muertos traditions.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Waite Park Halloween Costume Swap)

Waite Park Halloween Costume Swap

Minneapolis 11 mi Free

Community costume exchange for Halloween

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Costume and Party Supply Swap)

Costume and Party Supply Swap

Saint Paul 13 mi Free

Free community costume and party supply swap

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Halloween Costume & Prop Swap)

Halloween Costume & Prop Swap

Eagan 7 mi Free

Free community costume and prop swap

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins, a scarecrow, a red wheelbarrow, hay and a wooden farm stand (Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins & Orchard)

Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins & Orchard

Rockford 24 mi Free

Pick-your-own produce and over 100 varieties of pumpkins.

Other Halloween categories near Bloomington

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees

BloomingtonFamily-Friendly Fall Activities68 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

BloomingtonHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties8 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

BloomingtonHaunted Experiences14 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

BloomingtonHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment4 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Bloomington

Bloomington residents have 13 Halloween celebrations to choose from. For a grand spectacle, consider the Anoka Halloween Parade, or if you're seeking family-friendly activities, the BareBones' Annual Halloween Extravaganza in Minneapolis offers non-haunted entertainment. Beyond these highlights, other local towns present unique autumnal experiences, from costume swaps to themed adventures. Explore the various locations and event types to find your perfect October outing.

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