Unlock the crypts of La Crosse's Halloween with our comprehensive event guide. Navigate the haunted highways and byways of La Crosse with our guide, a GPS for ghost riders and phantom hitchhikers.
Popular Events: Take a spine-chilling journey through the eerie streets with the Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour, where local legends and ghostly tales come to life. Experience a family-friendly outing at the Halloween Trick-or-Treat at the Library, featuring festive crafts and treats suitable for all ages. And the House of Shadows is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a thrilling adventure designed to spook and delight. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around La Crosse
- House of Shadows (Sparta)
- Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour
- 608 Drag Invasion: Ghouls, Ghosts, & Glamour
- Halloween Trick-or-Treat at the Library (Holmen)
- Tales of the Creepy and Scary
- Wicked Wine & Beer Walk West Salem 2024 (West Salem)
- 2024 Oktoberfest Pancake Breakfast
- West Salem LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!! (West Salem)
See these and even more events listed below!
La Crosse Area Haunted Experiences
House of Shadows
What to Expect:
An immersive haunted experience with various themed nights and attractions benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Sparta.
Description:
The House of Shadows is an interactive haunted attraction and fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Sparta. It takes a reportedly haunted former infirmary of the Wisconsin State Child Center and transforms it into a haunted house each year for spooktacular pleasure. The event features a Not So Scary attraction suitable for the young and faint of heart, a Very Scary attraction for the brave, and special event nights like glow night and Boos and Booze nights.
Where: Sparta | More Info: House of Shadows
Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour
What to Expect:
A guided trolley tour exploring La Crosse's dark history with a private performance at the Pump House Regional Arts Center.
Description:
Embark on a spooky journey through La Crosse's macabre past with the Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour. This guided experience takes you down a dark path through the red light district, small-town politics gone wrong, hot tempers, cold-blooded murders, and grisly events. The tour includes a step-off at the Pump House Regional Arts Center for a private performance and refreshments.
Where: La Crosse | More Info: Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour
Tales of the Creepy and Scary
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Tales of the Creepy and Scary is its presentation of haunting stories by the Bluff Country Tale Spinners, adding to the cultural richness of the La Crosse region.
Description:
Tales of the Creepy and Scary is an event presented by the Bluff Country Tale Spinners at the Pump House Regional Arts Center. This event promises to deliver spine-tingling stories and eerie tales that will captivate audiences of all ages. The event is part of the center's diverse arts programming, enriching lives in the La Crosse region and beyond through visual, performing, and literary arts.
Where: La Crosse | More Info: Tales of the Creepy and Scary
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near La Crosse
Halloween Trick-or-Treat at the Library
What to Expect:
A free, family-friendly Halloween celebration with games, treats, and stories.
Description:
Join the Holmen Library for a fun-filled Halloween Trick-or-Treat event. Enjoy games, treats, and stories presented by local organizations and businesses. This family-friendly event encourages costumes and is free for all children and family members. It promises to be a delightful autumn evening filled with friendly ghosts, goblins, and witches.
Where: Holmen | More Info: Halloween Trick-or-Treat at the Library
West Salem LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!!
What to Expect:
An interactive scavenger hunt with love-building challenges and romantic spot discoveries.
Description:
Experience a unique and interactive date night with the West Salem LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples. This self-guided scavenger hunt includes love-building challenges, fun digital activities, and romantic spot discoveries. Enjoy physical touch games, affirming activities, and wellness-focused tasks designed to strengthen your relationship.
Where: West Salem | More Info: West Salem LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!!
2024 Oktoberfest Pancake Breakfast
What to Expect:
A festive breakfast event benefiting a local youth organization.
Description:
Join us for the 2024 Oktoberfest Pancake Breakfast, benefiting the Terry Erickson Boys & Girls Club in La Crosse. This festive breakfast event, hosted by the Oktoberfest Parade Marshals, offers pancakes, sausages, juice, milk, and coffee. Children 6 and under are free, and tickets are also available from past parade marshals with no service fee. Enjoy a delightful morning with family and friends while supporting a great cause.
Where: La Crosse | More Info: 2024 Oktoberfest Pancake Breakfast
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near La Crosse
608 Drag Invasion: Ghouls, Ghosts, & Glamour
What to Expect:
A drag show featuring home-brewed beer and THC drinks in a lively brewery setting.
Description:
Celebrate the art of drag at 608 BREWING COMPANY with "608 Drag Invasion: Ghouls, Ghosts, & Glamour." Enjoy home-brewed beer, THC drinks, and great entertainment as the La Crosse Gurls present this unique drag show. The event features a 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM showtime with doors opening at 6:30 PM.
Where: La Crosse | More Info: 608 Drag Invasion: Ghouls, Ghosts, & Glamour
Wicked Wine & Beer Walk West Salem 2024
What to Expect:
A festive evening of wine and beer tastings in Downtown West Salem, celebrating Halloween with various activities.
Description:
Join the Wicked Wine & Beer Walk West Salem 2024 on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM CDT at American Legion Post 51-West Salem. Embrace the Halloween spirit while sampling up to 20 wine or beer samples at participating businesses in Downtown West Salem. Each participant will also enjoy a small snack with each tasting and have the opportunity to purchase charcuterie cups, participate in raffles, and attend a costume contest.