Detroit Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

Get ready for a spooktacular October at the WindsorEats Halloween Town Pop-Up! This immersive event transforms the WindsorEats Food Hall into a festive hub of ghoulish delights. From themed food and seasonal cocktails to live music, tarot readings, and even...

FrankenFest Detroit transforms the historic Fort Wayne into a hub of abnormal art and monstrous creations. Explore unique artwork from over 100 vendors, witness captivating aerial shows, and delve into the world of haunt aficionados and paranormal experts. This electrifying...

Lace up your running shoes and don your best costume for the WYCked Run/Walk 5K! This spirited event takes place along the picturesque Windsor Riverfront Trail, offering beautiful views. It's a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a fun morning of activity...

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at the Halloween Party at Campbell, hosted by Campbell | Detroit Public Library. This spooktacular evening promises eerie decorations, thrilling games, and a chance to show off your creepiest costumes. Join fellow ghouls and...

Get ready for a spooktacular time at the 6th annual LaSalle Truck or Treat! Families are invited to dress up and explore a fascinating collection of emergency, construction, and farm vehicles. Collect treats from candy tables and enjoy a festive...

Join the Warren Civic Theatre for a spooktacular Halloween Party! This event is perfect for children aged 12 and under, who must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are admitted free with a child. Additional food, activity, and raffle tickets...

Delight in a whimsical Hallowe'en-themed buffet supper perfect for young families. Meet enchanting storybook and spooky characters, then embark on a magical horse-drawn wagon ride to A Taste of History Restaurant. After dinner, enjoy a thrilling ride on the Hallowe'en...

Step into a magical, lantern-lit world at Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village, Michigan's premier October celebration. Encounter over 50 costumed characters, explore historic homes with spellbinding tales, and enjoy village-wide lighting and sound effects. This family-friendly event blends 18th and 19th-century...

Celebrate the autumn season at the Ferndale Fall Festival! This vibrant event transforms Martin Road Park into a festive wonderland filled with games, music, and seasonal treats. Attendees can enjoy hay rides, pony rides, carnival games, crafts, face painting, and...

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Halloween Town! This event features a free Trunk-or-Treat with candy, a fun hayride to a pumpkin patch, and a thrilling haunted house. Children can pick out a free pumpkin, and free parking is...

Zoo Boo transforms the Detroit Zoo into a Halloween wonderland, offering a family-friendly celebration with trick-or-treating, captivating illuminated displays, and live entertainment. Meet beloved characters and enjoy seasonal fun throughout the park.

Get ready for the Royal Oak Spooktacular, a free Halloween celebration perfect for families! Join the fun on Sunday, October 19th, from 1 PM to 5 PM in Downtown Royal Oak and Centennial Commons. Kids can enjoy a spooky trick-or-treat...

Ford House presents Little Goblins, a daytime Halloween celebration perfect for young children. Families can enjoy a Trick-or-Treat Trail, playful lawn games, and a straw maze. The event includes a delightful hayride and a stop at the cider and donuts...

Youngsters aged 2 to 9 are invited to wear their pajamas for a special Halloween-themed story time at the Warren Civic Center Library. This enchanting evening includes captivating stories, sing-along songs, and a creative craft activity, offering a fun and...

Taylor's Hallow-Palooza is an anticipated annual city event that transforms the community into a festive Halloween celebration. While this year's event is already sold out, it promises a day filled with family-friendly activities and community spirit, making it a highlight...

Experience the magic of fall at The Wilson Barn's Pumpkin Fest! This event features a lively atmosphere with a petting zoo, pony rides, and engaging wagon rides. Dare to enter the Haunted Barn during the last three weekends for a...

Experience the magic of autumn at the English Gardens Family Fall Fest! This delightful event offers a $5 Fall Fun Pass for kids, granting access to pumpkin decorating (one pie pumpkin included), face painting, yard games, and a scavenger hunt....

Join the Wayne County Parks for a free Halloween Festival at Nankin Mills Park. This family-friendly event features games, inflatables, putt-putt golf, an obstacle course, and hayrides. Enjoy live entertainment from a magician and a juggler, plus a candy giveaway.

Join Mandee's Funtastic Play Center for a Fangtastic and Spooktacular Trunk or Treat event. Families can enjoy a safe and festive atmosphere as they collect candy from decorated car trunks. The play center's facility will be open for play, with...

Lace up for the 9th Annual Frightful 5K and Pumpkin 1K in Troy, Michigan! This Halloween-themed event offers a USATF-certified 5K course and a fun 1K run/walk for all ages. Participants are encouraged to wear their most creative costumes for...

Embark on an 'Out of this World' adventure at Troy Historic Village! Families can explore the charming grounds, play space-themed games, and collect candy and trinkets at various treat stops. This friendly, not-scary event offers a delightful Halloween experience with...

Sterling Frights offers a dual Halloween celebration. The daytime event features music, hay rides, a straw maze, crafts, trick-or-treating, inflatables, and more, free for Sterling Heights residents. In the evening, 'Boos & Brews' invites adults 21+ for a night of...

Join Zap Zone for their free annual Trunk or Treat event. This family-friendly gathering invites the community to enjoy a festive atmosphere with decorated vendor stations offering treats. Organizations can participate as complimentary vendors, providing a fun way to connect...

Clinton Township invites families to a delightful Trick or Treat Trail. Children will be enchanted by a nature trail featuring friendly characters who hand out toys and candy. The experience culminates with each child selecting their own pie pumpkin. It's...

The 27th annual Romulus Pumpkin Festival is a beloved three-day harvest celebration. It begins with the enchanting Parade of Lights, followed by a vibrant street festival offering music, delicious food, unique crafts, and games for everyone. Attendees can also enjoy...

Get ready for the 6th Annual Fall Fest & Trunk-or-Treat! This community event invites everyone to showcase their creativity by decorating a trunk. It's a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy a festive fall day filled with fun activities and...

Discover a world of spooky science at this family-friendly Halloween event! Witness a pumpkin launch from a trebuchet, brave the bug-eating challenge, and enjoy ice cream made on the spot. Explore haunted hallways filled with experiments, crafts, and the new...

Families and children of all ages are invited to don their favorite costumes for a delightful Halloween parade at the Farmington Community Library. The event includes engaging stories and songs, culminating in a fun parade around the library. Candy will...

Celebrate Michigan's autumn splendor at the Bowers School Farm Fall Festival. This beloved event offers a delightful array of classic farm activities, including a brand-new corn maze, pumpkin picking, and scenic wagon rides. Families can enjoy visiting the farm animals,...

Get ready for Halloween with a delightful trick-or-treating adventure through the historic Heritage Village. Families can enjoy festive crafts, engaging games, and various activities. Don't forget to wear your costume and bring a bag for collecting tasty treats!

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Wag-O-Ween! This event invites dog owners to dress up their furry companions for a fun-filled Halloween costume contest. With separate categories for different dog sizes, there's a chance for every pup to...

Join the Halloween fun at Lake St. Clair Metropark for Treats at the Beach! This event offers a unique twist on trunk-or-treating, where children can gather candy from festive displays along the beach plaza. Families can enjoy bounce houses, face...

Get ready for the 14th Annual Pumpkin Palooza in Downtown Plymouth! This family-friendly Halloween event transforms Kellogg Park and surrounding streets into a festive celebration. Enjoy a trick-or-treat stroll, discover over 100 scarecrows in the park, and show off your...

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at the annual Spooktacular event in Downtown Auburn Hills! This family-friendly celebration offers an afternoon filled with Halloween cheer. Children aged 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat at participating merchants, collecting sweet treats...

Bring the whole family to Deneweth's Garden Center for their Fall Fun Fest! This event offers a delightful mix of outdoor adventures like a corn maze and straw mound, alongside indoor fun including pumpkin decorating, a mini straw maze, and...

Join WB Parks for a delightful Trick-or-Treat Trail at the new location, Drake Sports Park. Children can collect goodies from costumed characters and local organizations while wearing their favorite costumes. Registration includes a treat bag and a voucher for cider...

Embark on a fall-filled reading adventure at the Spooky Animal Storytime! Each week, young readers aged 3 and up will dive into a magical, Halloween-themed story featuring a different animal. Following the tale, children can meet a live animal that...

Join the Northville Chamber of Commerce for Streets of Treats, a beloved family-friendly Halloween event. Children can enjoy trick-or-treating, face painting, and live entertainment in a festive downtown setting. Local businesses and organizations create decorated treat stations, offering a fun...

Experience a delightful Halloween Hike at Friendship Church, offering a fresh take on their popular Trunk-or-Treat event. This family-friendly adventure guides attendees through a short, scenic hike in the woods, featuring engaging costumed characters and numerous candy stations. It's a...

Step back in time at Yates Cider Mill, Michigan's oldest working water-powered mill. Indulge in freshly pressed apple cider and warm, homemade donuts, a tradition for over 160 years. Explore scenic trails, enjoy family activities like pony rides and a...

Get ready for a hauntingly good time at the Shelby Township Halloween Spooktacular! This frightfully delightful evening features trick-or-treating with local businesses and families, seasonal treats like cider and donuts, and creative spooky crafts. Explore the kid-friendly haunted gardens and...

Get ready for the Chief Financial Credit Union Boo Bash, a community Halloween event hosted by RARA. This festive gathering promises a fun-filled experience for families looking to celebrate the season. Join them for a spooktacular time!

Join the annual Genisys Credit Union Pumpkin Roll at Bloomer Park's sledding hill for a free, community-focused event. Participants can roll their pumpkins down the hill, aiming for targets at the bottom for a chance to win prizes. It's a...

Discover the Great Pumpkin Patch Party, a vibrant celebration of fall artistry. Attendees can shop for stunning, hand-blown glass pumpkins, each a unique work of art. For a truly memorable experience, participate in a hands-on glassblowing workshop to craft your...

Downtown Rochester transforms into a Halloween wonderland for children to trick-or-treat at local businesses. Following the candy collection, a festive Halloween Fest awaits with themed activities, photo opportunities, and giveaways. The first 100 trick-or-treaters can even snag a free pumpkin.

Meadow Brook Hall-oween invites families to a festive fall celebration. Little ones can trick-or-treat in their costumes throughout the estate, while all ages can enjoy games and crafts in a heated tent. Discover local Halloween history and explore the beautiful...

TreeRunner Rochester transforms into a glowing wonderland for HallowGlow, a family-friendly Halloween adventure. Explore illuminated aerial forest courses and ziplines, perfect for creating lasting memories. Children are encouraged to wear costumes and can enjoy trick-or-treat candy distributed during the event.

Families can embark on an expanded Kids' Halloween Stroll through Cherry Hill Village, starting at the Village Arts Factory or Saj Bakery/Greenland Market. Enjoy trick-or-treating and themed activities along Cherry Hill Road, with unique stops inside the Arts Warehouse. Don't...

Join the Halloween Hoopla for a kooky, spooky, and delightful family-friendly costume carnival. This event promises a full evening of activities and attractions at the Macomb Township Recreation Center, perfect for all ages to enjoy a frightful amount of fun.

Kingsville's annual Pumpkin Parade invites residents to contribute their carved jack-o'-lanterns for a spectacular evening display. After donating your creation, wander through Lakeside Park to admire the illuminated pumpkin trail, a testament to the community's artistic spirit. It's a charming...

SEA LIFE Michigan transforms into a Halloween wonderland for their 'Tricks & Treats' event. Families can enjoy a festive atmosphere with spooky decor, dress up in costumes for unique photo opportunities with marine life, and engage with interactive exhibits. Discover...

Join Peppa Pig and her friends for a spooktacular Halloween adventure! This indoor play attraction brings the beloved world of Peppa Pig to life with themed play areas, character meet-and-greets, and interactive fun perfect for young children.

Three Cedars Farm offers a delightful escape with classic fall activities. Visitors can enjoy a hayride to the corn maze, explore a petting zoo, and delight in fresh cider and donuts. The farm also features a country store and transitions...

Experience the magic of Halloween at Canterbury Village's annual Stroll. Wander through a village transformed into Halloweentown, complete with dazzling displays, spooky lights, animatronics, and friendly characters. This immersive event is perfect for families and Halloween enthusiasts, offering endless photo...

The Enchanted Halloween Festival at Acorn KinderHouse offers a delightful and safe "scare-free" celebration for children aged 6 and under. Families can enjoy a "trunk-or-treat" experience, creative crafts, sing-alongs with Old McDonald, and enchanting games in the woods with Mother...