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Halloween Events in Southeast Michigan

From slightly frightening to family friendly, celebrate all October 2012 long with these activities in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties

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Howl-O-Ween Dog Park Party at Hines Park

Oct. 20, 2012

  • Address: 33175 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland
  • Phone: 734-261-1990
  • Schedule: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday
  • Cost: free

Your four-legged friends shouldn't miss out on the Halloween fun! Dress them up for this event, which features costume contests, games, prizes and more.

Trick or Treat Among the Trees at the Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center

Oct. 20, 2012

  • Address: 6685 Coolidge Highway, Troy
  • Phone: 248-524-3567
  • Schedule: 6-8 p.m. Saturday
  • Cost: free

Got a little tyke who's afraid of All Hallows Eve? Take him or her to this family-fun event, which includes a walk through the woods, treats and costumed characters. Great for kids ages 3-9.

Haunted Halloween at the Arab American National Museum

Oct. 20, 2012

  • Address: 13624 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
  • Phone: 313-582-2266
  • Schedule: 4-7 p.m. Saturday
  • Cost: free/adults, $7/advance for kids, $8/at door for kids

Kids can trick-or-treat through the galleries of the Arab American National Museum, then enjoy craft time, games and stories. There will be kid karaoke, too!

Trick-or-Treat at Mill Race Village

Oct. 21, 2012

  • Address: 215 Griswold St., Northville
  • Phone: 248-349-0203
  • Schedule: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sunday
  • Cost: $8/kids, free/parents

Kids can trick-or-treat around this historic village – and visit some not-so-spooky houses. Don't forget to wear a costume and bring a bag for goodies. Register by Oct. 19.

Halloween Fun at Hudson Mills Metropark

Oct. 21, 2012

  • Address: 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter
  • Phone: 734-426-8211
  • Schedule: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sunday
  • Cost: $6/kids, free/under 1 (includes activities and hayride), $3/adults

Make cider and doughnuts – and create a spooky craft – at this event. Kids will also get to meet some creatures from the Great Lake Zoological Society. Purchase your tickets in advance, only.

Trunk or Treat at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum

Oct. 21, 2012

  • Address: 1 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills
  • Phone: 888-456-1924
  • Schedule: 2-4 p.m. Sunday
  • Cost: $8/adults, $4/ages 6-12, free/ages 5 and under

Nothing beats getting to have some Halloween treats before the big day! Wear your finest Halloween attire and head to Auburn Hills for trick-or-treating. Plus, do a scavenger hunt and crafts. Register.

Halloween Story Time at the Sterling Heights Public Library

Oct. 22, 2012

  • Address: 40255 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights
  • Phone: 586-446-2665
  • Schedule: 7 p.m. Monday
  • Cost: free

Preschool and elementary-aged kids can enjoy some pre-Halloween fun with stories and a parade at the library. Don't forget to wear your costume!

Evening Story Time at the Milford Public Library

Oct. 24, 2012

  • Address: 330 Family Drive, Milford
  • Phone: 248-684-0845
  • Schedule: 7-7:45 p.m. Wednesday
  • Cost: free

Wear pajamas – or your Halloween costume – to the library and listen to some silly and scary stories. Great for ages 2-5. Register.

Teen Halloween Happening at the Royal Oak Public Library

Oct. 25, 2012

  • Address: 222 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
  • Phone: 248-246-3725
  • Schedule: 6:30 p.m. Thursday
  • Cost: free

Vampire cupcakes and zombie marshmallow treats are on the menu at this event, which also includes crafts, games and dancing.

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