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Out from the muck and slime, skeletons have come alive for Halloween fun. Families can pick up a map at the Environmental Discovery Center, then explore the trails to spot hidden skeletons and win a prize. No registration is needed.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Oct. 31
Kick off the Tiny Tunes concert series with a Halloween-themed musical adventure. Families can enjoy a morning of live symphonic music led by the Michigan Philharmonic, designed to engage young listeners and inspire a love for music.
Event cost: Visit michiganphil.org for ticket information
Event times: 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25,...
Celebrate Halloween at Heritage Park with hayrides, s’mores, crafts, bouncers, a trick-or-treat trail, and a creepy crawly creature display. Kids and adults can join in the fun, with hayrides scheduled every 15 minutes.
Event cost: $15 resident / $20 nonresident (with hayride); $12 resident / $17 nonresident (without hayride); s’mores...
Step into the wild side of Halloween at Greenmead Historical Park. Kids will explore nature after dark with wildlife-themed activities, an evening walk, and even the chance to dissect owl pellets.
Event cost: $18 resident / $22 non-resident
Event times: 4–5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Celebrate Halloween at the Trick or Treat Halloween Stroll, a fun community event for families and kids. Enjoy a festive walk from the Village Arts Factory down Cherry Hill, with candy stations, decorations, and community fun for all ages. Volunteers and donations help make this event a success.
Event cost:...
Animal Haunts at Leslie Science & Nature Center is a family-friendly Halloween celebration with costumes, crafts and live animal encounters. Enjoy a candy-free event where kids can hike, meet costumed characters and join hands-on science activities.
Event cost: Pre-registration required, see website for ticket details
Event times: 4-6 p.m. or 6-8:30...
Join MilkShake Factory for a family-friendly Halloween event with costumes, spooky music, pumpkin painting contest, coloring, and gourmet treats. Winners receive a free milkshake! Enjoy delicious milkshakes and chocolates while participating in free festive activities.
Event cost: Free activities, treats and purchases available
Event times: 12–4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25
Kids ages 7-15 can spend a fun Saturday morning making Halloween treats like monster punch, ghostly cookies, and more with Chef Ryan. Take home recipes and a special fall treat. All supplies included and costumes are encouraged.
Event cost: $75
Event times: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25
Enjoy hands-on Halloween science fun, arts and crafts, live shows, and meet a pumpkin-throwing trebuchet at Cranbrook Institute. Costumes are encouraged, and families can experience everything from a ride in the planetarium to a bug-eating challenge. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ups are welcome for an extra fee.
Event cost: $23...
