Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Rosemount 2026

16 unique & unusual Halloween events near Rosemount.

Rosemount’s Halloween calendar features a mix of happenings. For a signature event, consider the Anoka Halloween Parade, a large-scale parade. If you prefer something closer to home, look for family-friendly gatherings within Rosemount and nearby communities.

Beyond these, explore various activities from costume swaps to themed experiences. Some are ticketed, while others are free, and locations span from Minneapolis districts to surrounding towns, catering to different preferences for indoor or outdoor enjoyment.

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Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Minneapolis Halloween Race)

Minneapolis Halloween Race

Minneapolis 18 mi

Costumed run along the Mississippi River benefiting Shriners Children's Hospital.

Illustration of a friendly ghost with a magnifying glass in a cozy puzzle room with a desk, keys, clocks and pumpkins (Nowhere Entertainment Escape Rooms)

Nowhere Entertainment Escape Rooms

Inver Grove Heights 9 mi $$

Four immersive escape rooms created by Nowhere Haunted House designers.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (BareBones 32nd Annual Halloween Extravaganza)

BareBones 32nd Annual Halloween Extravaganza

Minneapolis 15 mi

Community spectacle of giant puppetry, stilting, dance, fire, and live music.

Illustration of a boy holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street lined with lit houses, pumpkins and a full moon (Minneapolis Candlelight Ghost Tour)

Minneapolis Candlelight Ghost Tour

Minneapolis 17 mi

Haunted nighttime trolley ride equipped with ghost glasses and flickering candles.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Union Depot Ghost Tour)

Union Depot Ghost Tour

St Paul 15 mi $$

Behind-the-scenes walking tour exploring ghost stories at Saint Paul's historic railway station.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (GHOSTLAND of Old Saint Paul Bus Tour)

GHOSTLAND of Old Saint Paul Bus Tour

St Paul 16 mi $$$

Deluxe coach tour of city haunts with 2-for-1 post-tour beers.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Wolfpack Pumpkin Bash 2026)

Wolfpack Pumpkin Bash 2026

Cottage Grove 11 mi

Youth hockey tournament featuring Bantam B1 and Peewee B1 teams.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt)

Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt

Minneapolis 17 mi $$$

Hands-on paranormal investigation using ghost hunting gear inside a historic mansion.

Witches Night Out

Minneapolis 24 mi $$

Evening shopping crawl featuring a costume contest, raffles, and exclusive discounts.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Ghosts & Gables After Dark)

Ghosts & Gables After Dark

St Paul 14 mi $$

Lantern-lit ghost walk through the historic Summit Avenue neighborhood.

Illustration of costumed figures beside a table with two gold trophies on a hay covered stage with pumpkins and string lights (Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party)

Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party

Minneapolis 17 mi $$

Celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party

Grande Day Parade

Anoka 34 mi Free

Features a 1.5-mile route through downtown Anoka.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Dia De Muertos Celebration at Midtown Global Market)

Dia De Muertos Celebration at Midtown Global Market

Minneapolis 16 mi Free

A vibrant community celebration of Dia de Muertos traditions.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Waite Park Halloween Costume Swap)

Waite Park Halloween Costume Swap

Minneapolis 20 mi Free

Community costume exchange for Halloween

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Costume and Party Supply Swap)

Costume and Party Supply Swap

Saint Paul 16 mi Free

Free community costume and party supply swap

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Halloween Costume & Prop Swap)

Halloween Costume & Prop Swap

Eagan 6 mi Free

Free community costume and prop swap

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 63 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Apple Valley

Stroll a woodsy trail lined with over 5,000 carved pumpkins.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 7 St. Paul Halloween Bar Crawl St Paul

Multi-venue Halloween bar crawl with exclusive drink specials

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 16 Twin Cities Fear Fest Bloomington

Intense indoor haunted house experience inside the Mall of America.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

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The nation's longest running live performance horror festival.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Halloween-season events in Rosemount continue into early November?

The season doesn't end at midnight on the 31st: Día de los Muertos celebrations run October 31 through November 2, harvest markets and fall festivals continue into mid-November, and some attractions run one final discounted weekend. Costume and decor clearance peaks November 1-2 for next-year planning. If October overflowed, the first November weekend is the graceful catch-up window.

What should we bring to seasonal and harvest markets in Rosemount?

Cash in small bills alongside your card, since some vendors are cash-only while others are card-only, plus a sturdy tote or backpack for purchases and a cooler in the car for anything perishable. Go early for selection or the last hour for deals. Walk the full market once before buying, note the two best stalls, then circle back and commit.

What's the parking strategy for festivals and big community events in Rosemount?

Big festivals fill official lots by late morning, so arrive early, use the event's posted satellite lots and shuttles rather than gambling on street parking, and drop a pin on your car the moment you park. Neighborhood streets near events often carry event-day restrictions that generate real tickets. Leaving 20 minutes before the closing act beats sitting in the exit crawl.

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