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How-To Halloween

Free outdoor festival with ghost hunting adventure

About

Get ready for a spooktacular time at the 11th annual How-To Halloween festival! This free outdoor event features a thrilling ghost hunting adventure, interactive attractions, trick-or-treating, and live entertainment. Meet local Ghostbuster fan groups and Michigan Beetlejuice as you explore a haunted cemetery trail. Inside the Impression 5 Science Center, paranormal experts will share chilling stories and showcase their detection gear. Don't miss the Zombie Walk and costume contests!

Our Take

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families and halloween enthusiasts

Vibe

Spooky and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate (outdoor event)

Special Events & Promotions

  • Ghost Hunting Adventure
  • Trick-or-Treating
  • Creative Vendors
  • Make-n-Takes
  • Live Entertainment
  • Character Appearances
  • Zombie Walk
  • Costume Contests
  • Paranormal Investigation Demos

Tags

halloween festivalfamily friendlytrick or treatghost tourparanormal investigationcostume contestcommunity eventhaunted cemeterylive entertainment

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Location

200 Museum Drive
Lansing, MI
48933

Event Details

Pricing

FREE

Duration

6 hours

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Featured Performers

  • Ghostbuster fan groups
  • Michigan Beetlejuice
  • Southern Michigan Paranormals

Organizer

How-To Halloween

Practical Information

Pet Policy

No pets allowed

Food & Drink

Creative Vendors

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early to maximize your experience, as the event runs from 11 AM to 5 PM and features many interactive attractions.
  • Check the event's Facebook page for any last-minute updates or special guest announcements.
  • Bring cash for any creative vendors you might want to purchase from.
  • Consider visiting the Impression 5 Science Center for the paranormal presentations, but be aware of the separate admission fee.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be exploring a spooky trail and potentially walking around the science center.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main focus of How-To Halloween?

The event is a free outdoor festival featuring interactive attractions, ghost hunting, trick-or-treating, vendors, live entertainment, and character appearances.

Is there an admission fee for the outdoor festival?

No, the outdoor happenings of How-To Halloween are free to attend.

What activities are available inside the Impression 5 Science Center?

Inside the science center, there are special programs including presentations by paranormal investigators from Southern Michigan Paranormals.

Do I need to pay to enter the Impression 5 Science Center?

Yes, a regular admission fee is required to enter the Impression 5 Science Center for its special programming.

Who will be appearing at the event?

Attendees can expect to meet members of local Ghostbuster fan groups, Michigan Beetlejuice, and paranormal experts from Southern Michigan Paranormals.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 11, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team

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