Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon (Halloween Glen)

Halloween Glen

Visitors embark on a humorous outdoor adventure along nature trails featuring interactive and educational skits performed by actors at decorated stations. After completing the hike, families can make arts and crafts, play games, and watch cartoons. Food and refreshments are also available from on-site concessions.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

$6 per person; Tyke Hike is $3 per person; children ages 2 and under may attend free. Parent/guardian must register and pay, and attend with the child; the number of children ages 2 and under must be indicated. Fee is per person.

Hours

Tyke Hike: 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Ages

3-12 years old

Food & Drink

Cash-only concessions are available.

Parking

There is no parking at Hawthorn Glen. All registered attendees must check in at MPS Central Services, 5225 W. Vliet St., before their scheduled hike, then take a shuttle to Hawthorn Glen; shuttles run continuously throughout the night. The Hawthorn Glen parking lot is to close Thursday evening and reopen Sunday morning.

Going?

Location

Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center · 1130 N. 60th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children ages 3–12

Vibe

Humorous and educational

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring cash if you plan to purchase items at the concessions stand.
  • Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to check in at MPS Central Services (5225 W. Vliet St.), as all visitors must arrive via shuttle bus.
  • Register well in advance, as capacity is limited and walk-up registrations will not be accepted if the event sells out.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year's theme is tricksters, highlighting nature's disguises, stunts, and transformations.
  • The Saturday 4:30 p.m. Tyke Hike is a shorter route for young children and their families, visiting four of the eight stations and including a treat and take-home craft kit.

Links & Contact

Run by Milwaukee Recreation

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

Can guests park or check in directly at Hawthorn Glen?

No. There is no parking, walk-up registration, or check-in at Hawthorn Glen; all guests must check in at MPS Central Services and ride the shuttle bus to the event.

How long does the trail hike take?

It takes each tour group roughly 45 to 60 minutes to walk the trails and see all eight skits.

What is the Tyke Hike?

The Tyke Hike is a shorter Saturday hike designed for young children that visits four of the eight skit stations and includes a treat and a take-home craft kit.

What happens if there is severe weather?

Severe weather can impact this outdoor event; participants can call (414) 475-8192 if the weather is questionable.

What is this year's theme?

This year's theme is tricksters, focusing on nature's disguises, stunts, and transformations.

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