Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near White Bear Lake 2026

17 unique & unusual Halloween events near White Bear Lake

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

Sat, Oct 31

Minneapolis 13 mi

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

Grande Day Parade

Sat, Oct 24

Anoka 21 mi Free

Features a 1.5-mile route through downtown Anoka.

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 13 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

Oct 29 – Nov 1

Minneapolis 14 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 14 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

Fri, Sep 18

St Paul 8 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 7 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 (Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt)

Pillsbury Club Ghost Hunt

Minneapolis 14 mi $$$

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

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

Wolfpack Pumpkin Bash 2026

Oct 30 – Nov 1

Cottage Grove 15 mi

Youth hockey tournament featuring Bantam B1 and Peewee B1 teams.

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

Fri, Oct 23

St Paul 9 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

Wed, Oct 7

Minneapolis 13 mi $$

Celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly's Haunted Tea Party

Witches Night Out

Thu, Oct 22

Minneapolis 29 mi $$

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

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 13 mi Free

Community costume exchange for Halloween

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 14 mi Free

A vibrant community celebration of Dia de Muertos traditions.

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 7 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 18 mi Free

Free community costume and prop swap

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins, a scarecrow, a red wheelbarrow, hay and a wooden farm stand (Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins & Orchard)

Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins & Orchard

Rockford 32 mi Free

Pick-your-own produce and over 100 varieties of pumpkins.

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct Ghosts & Gables After DarkSt Paul

Sat24Oct Grande Day ParadeAnoka

Other Halloween categories near White Bear Lake

Illustration of two small costumed children and a witch among pumpkins, hay bales and autumn trees on a sunny lawn

White Bear LakeFamily-Friendly Fall Activities67 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

White Bear LakeHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties8 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

White Bear LakeHaunted Experiences13 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

White Bear LakeHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment4 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near White Bear Lake

White Bear Lake is surrounded by Halloween happenings, from farms and orchards to theaters and museums. Consider the grand Anoka parade as a headline attraction, or explore other local events like the family-friendly Pumpkin Bash in Regina.

You'll find ticketed attractions and free community gatherings alike, with events spread across Minneapolis and neighboring towns, including indoor and outdoor experiences.

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