Emerge from the shadows in Brooklyn Park with our illuminating Halloween guide. Uncover Brooklyn Park's Halloween mysteries with our guide, a treasure trove for both native nightmares and visiting dreamcatchers.
Popular Events: Experience the thrill of Scream Town, where chilling scare zones and haunted attractions await those brave enough to enter. With swirling fog and spine-tingling surprises, The Abandoned Hayride offers a haunting tour through the eerie backwoods, perfect for guests seeking a unique fright. And the 2024 Spooktacular is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring family-friendly festivities and a parade of costumes. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Brooklyn Park
- Scream Town (Chaska)
- 2024 Spooktacular
- The Abandoned Hayride (Chaska)
- Halloween Party Trick-or-Treat Trail (Brooklyn Center)
- Central Gym Park Trick-or-Treat & Bonfire (Minneapolis)
- Pumpkin Night in the Park (Fridley)
- Halloween Family Fun Day (Maple Grove)
- Trick-or-Treating in Downtown Shakopee (Shakopee)
- Halloween Trunk or Treat at Maple Grove Community Center (Maple Grove)
- Oak Blood Forest (Chaska)
See these and even more events listed below!
Brooklyn Park Area Haunted Experiences
Scream Town
What to Expect:
Scream Town offers an immersive and terrifying experience with eight massive haunted attractions and a haunted corn maze.
Description:
Scream Town is Minnesota's #1 Haunted Attraction, featuring eight massive haunted attractions and over 400,000 square feet of terrifying experiences. Located in Chaska, it offers an exceptional value with its unique scares, elaborate costumes, and passionate scarer-actors. The event includes a haunted corn maze, various haunted houses, and a unique haunted hayride experience.
Where: Chaska | More Info: Scream Town
The Abandoned Hayride
What to Expect:
An immersive haunted hayride experience with new scares and effects for 2024.
Description:
Experience the most terrifying hayride in Minnesota at The Abandoned Hayride. This immersive attraction combines a haunted hayride with spine-chilling scenes, making you feel like an unwilling participant in a nightmare. With new scares and effects for 2024, every twist and turn will leave you on the edge of your seat. Buckle up and prepare to be horrified!
Where: Chaska | More Info: The Abandoned Hayride
Oak Blood Forest
What to Expect:
An unguided trail through a real haunted forest with over 20 themed horrifying experiences.
Description:
Embark on a terrifying journey through Oak Blood Forest, Minnesota's newest and most affordable haunted attraction. This unguided trail features over 20 themed horrifying experiences with live actors, animations, and special effects. Real woods and animals add to the eerie atmosphere, making it a must-visit for those seeking real fear.
Where: Chaska | More Info: Oak Blood Forest
Duluth Haunted Ship
What to Expect:
Explore a haunted historic freighter with immersive and interactive horror scenes.
Description:
The Duluth Haunted Ship is a 29-year-old tradition where the historic William A. Irvin freighter is transformed into a haunted vessel. Visitors can explore 600 feet of the ship, encountering various terrifying scenes and interactive roles. This year, new spaces include a sinking German U-boat and a Victorian parlor with a storm raging. The event also features food, drink, bonfires, and bistro lights on Harbor Drive.
Where: Duluth | More Info: Duluth Haunted Ship
Monster Bash
What to Expect:
The event's unique feature is its annually changing theme, which ensures a fresh and exciting experience each year.
Description:
Monster Bash Haunted House in Harmony, MN, is a unique and creative haunted house experience that changes its theme every year. Operated by a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, it supports local arts and music programs. The event features expertly decorated sets, suspenseful environments, and talented actors, making it a must-visit for Halloween enthusiasts of all ages.
Where: Harmony | More Info: Monster Bash
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Brooklyn Park
2024 Spooktacular
What to Expect:
A festive Halloween celebration with sweet treats and activities for kids and families.
Description:
The 2024 Spooktacular is a free family-friendly event happening on Saturday, October 26, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Zanewood Recreation Center. It features sweet treats, smiles, laughter, and more. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costumes as they take a stroll around the recreation center grounds.
Where: Brooklyn Park | More Info: 2024 Spooktacular
Halloween Party Trick-or-Treat Trail
What to Expect:
Trick-or-treating along a festive trail followed by a fun dance session at the amphitheater.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Party Trick-or-Treat Trail in Brooklyn Center Trick-or-treat along the trail before doing a little BOOgie at the amphitheater. This family-friendly event is perfect for ages 2-12, offering a fun and festive atmosphere with special treats at the end of the night.
Where: Brooklyn Center | More Info: Halloween Party Trick-or-Treat Trail
Central Gym Park Trick-or-Treat & Bonfire
What to Expect:
A trick-or-treat event accompanied by a warm bonfire and treats for all families.
Description:
Central Gym Park Trick-or-Treat & Bonfire is a family-friendly event where children can trick-or-treat while enjoying a warm bonfire, candy, and treats. This event is open to all families and promises a fun-filled evening.
Where: Minneapolis | More Info: Central Gym Park Trick-or-Treat & Bonfire
Trick-or-Treating in Downtown Shakopee
What to Expect:
A festive atmosphere with multiple businesses participating to provide a variety of treats and activities.
Description:
Trick-or-treating in Downtown Shakopee offers a fun-filled afternoon where families can enjoy candy, games, and other activities at various participating businesses. The event is a beloved annual tradition that brings the community together for a spooky yet family-friendly celebration.
Where: Shakopee | More Info: Trick-or-Treating in Downtown Shakopee
Halloween Family Fun Day
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Halloween Family Fun Day is its combination of creative craft tables, a scream-off contest, and a Halloween-themed fashion show, all set in a festive autumn setting.
Description:
Halloween Family Fun Day is a festive event designed for children aged 2-8 and their families. Held at Weaver Lake Park on October 19, 2024, the event features goodie bags filled with candy and trinkets, creative craft tables, and a scream-off contest. The event also includes a Halloween-themed fashion show and encourages costumes. This family-friendly celebration offers a fun and spooky atmosphere with various games and activities.
Where: Maple Grove | More Info: Halloween Family Fun Day
Pumpkin Night in the Park
What to Expect:
A magical evening of glowing pumpkins and family-friendly activities.
Description:
Pumpkin Night in the Park is a family-friendly event at Springbrook Nature Center in Fridley, MN. The evening features over 1,000 carved and lit pumpkins along enchanted trails, exciting entertainment at the amphitheater stage, a DJ-led parking lot dance, and delicious food from various food trucks. Meet costumed characters and enjoy campfires along the trail.
Where: Fridley | More Info: Pumpkin Night in the Park
Halloween Trunk or Treat at Maple Grove Community Center
What to Expect:
The event features a costume contest and free treats in a festive community setting.
Description:
Join in the festive fun at Maple Grove's Halloween Trunk or Treat event. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy a free community event filled with a costume contest, free treats, and exciting activities. This event has moved to the vacant grass lot on Weaver Lake Road & Main Street, offering a delightful experience for all ages.
Where: Maple Grove | More Info: Halloween Trunk or Treat at Maple Grove Community Center
Halloween Cookie Decorating Class
What to Expect:
Learn to decorate your own Halloween-themed cookies using royal icing in a beginner-friendly class.
Description:
Join Sweet Q's Cookie Co. for a fun and interactive Halloween Cookie Decorating Class. Learn the tips and tricks of decorating your own spooky cookies using royal icing. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for all ages, and you'll receive royal icing and sugar cookie recipes to recreate at home. Enjoy decorating your very own Halloween-themed cookies in a step-by-step guided process with plenty of encouragement.
Where: Minneapolis | More Info: Halloween Cookie Decorating Class
Fall Harvest Orchard
What to Expect:
Offers over 40 attractions and activities, including apple picking and pumpkin patches, making it a premier fall festival destination in Minnesota.
Description:
Fall Harvest Orchard is a vibrant fall festival located in Montrose, Minnesota, offering over 40 activities including apple picking, pumpkin patches, live music, and various kid-friendly attractions. The event is open from late August to October 27th, providing a fun-filled experience for families and groups.
Where: Montrose | More Info: Fall Harvest Orchard
Community Trunk or Treat
What to Expect:
A community-driven Halloween event where families can collect candy and support local businesses.
Description:
Join us for a fun, family-friendly Community Trunk or Treat event at Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel on October 12, 2024. Enjoy this FREE event while supporting local businesses. Bring a bag, bucket, or pillowcase to collect candy, wear a costume, and help us fill the hearse with donations for VEAP. Decorate your trunk with a family-friendly design and distribute flyers, brochures, and coupons. Give away candy, treats, toys, and trinkets. There is no cost to participate, and trunks should be set up by 2:30 PM to accommodate the high volume of attendees.
Where: Richfield | More Info: Community Trunk or Treat
Halloween Tricky Treat Making Workshop
What to Expect:
A 6-hour workshop where participants can create their own Halloween-themed treats with guidance from experienced instructors.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Tricky Treat Making Workshop at Icy Accessories MN. This 6-hour event is perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers. Learn how to make a variety of Halloween treats, from creepy cupcakes to spooky cookies. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, sharing tips and tricks along the way. Whether you're looking to impress your friends and family or just have fun in the Halloween spirit, this workshop is ideal for anyone.
Where: Minneapolis | More Info: Halloween Tricky Treat Making Workshop
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Brooklyn Park
Halloween Cocktail Class with Katie
What to Expect:
Hands-on instruction in creating two festive Halloween cocktails.
Description:
Join Katie for a spooktacular Halloween Cocktail Class, where you'll learn to craft two deliciously creepy cocktails featuring eerie ingredients and ghoulish garnishes. This two-hour class is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts and those looking to add some spooky flair to their gatherings. You'll also get to sample unique spirits and mixers, and gain insights into essential mixology tools and techniques.