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Halloween on the Hill

Visitors stroll through the historic neighborhood to experience elaborately decorated homes, animatronic displays, and vintage hearses. Live street entertainment features Thriller dancers, youth breakdancers, bellydancers, and costumed characters such as Ghostbusters, pirates, and medieval knights. Guests can also stop by nonprofit pop-ups and local vendor stands offering savory dishes, hand pies, and hot drinks.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

shermanhilldsm.org

When

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Sherman Hill

Food & Drink

Vendors serve options such as pizza, hand pies, Indonesian satay, global eats, craft beer, hot chocolate, and cider.

Parking

The page advises carpooling and parking in UnityPoint’s lots or garage. This information appears in the 2025 event details.

Going?

Location

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Hoyt Sherman Place · 1501 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families and community members of all ages

Vibe

Spooky, festive, and theatrical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Park in UnityPoint's lots or parking garage, which are located within a block of the closed streets.
  • Come dressed in costume to take part in the neighborhood-wide festivities.
  • Be ready to support the local food pantry through non-perishable food items or QR code donations.

Links & Contact

Run by Sherman Hill Association, Inc.

Website / Tickets Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes does the event support?

Donations primarily benefit the DMARC Food Pantry Network, with additional support going to local organizations like Beacon of Life, Des Moines Refugee Services, and DSM Breakerz.

What kinds of live performances and displays are there?

Entertainment includes Michael Jackson Thriller dance routines, sword and fire bellydancing, youth breakdancing, vintage hearses, and interactive character displays like Ghostbusters and Harry Potter Quidditch.

What food and drinks will be available?

Local vendors provide options such as pizza, hand pies, Indonesian satay, global eats, craft beer, hot chocolate, and warm cider.

Can visitors wear costumes?

Yes, attendees of all ages are encouraged to come dressed in costume.

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