Waukesha Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Waukesha and nearby
Waukesha lights up Halloween 2026 around the cultural district with spooky outdoor installations and costumed evening walks by the riverfront.
Explore eerie entertainment, costume parties and seasonal markets that pair Midwestern harvest charm with spirited scares and family fun.
Editor's Picks
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Lapham Peak Fright Hike
A mile-long dark forest walk featuring scary skits and scenes.
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Autumn Epoxy Afternoon
Craft resin suncatchers, leaf coasters, or a wooden river tray.
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Mariner Manor Haunted House
· Muskego
Award-winning Muskego home haunt supporting the local police K-9 unit.
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Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee
· Milwaukee
Dazzling Halloween Village with magical seasonal displays
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Boo at the Zoo
· Milwaukee
Daytime and evening Halloween fun featuring animal pumpkin enrichment and trick-or-treating.
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38th Annual Halloween Haunts
· Franklin
Enchanted Forest with costumed characters and hundreds of Jack-o'-lanterns
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Downtown trick-or-treating and a grand illuminated pumpkin display.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
German celebration featuring live music, stein-holding contests, and traditional fare.
Haunted Experiences
A mile-long dark forest walk featuring scary skits and scenes.
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Craft resin suncatchers, leaf coasters, or a wooden river tray.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Waukesha
- Milwaukee Halloween Guide Features Family Fun Published: Fri, Oct 9, 2026
- Spirit Halloween Events for Hospital Patients Published: Thu, Oct 8, 2026
Waukesha Halloween Events Map
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