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Halloween

Little Goblins at Ford House

October 25 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Photo Credit: Ford House

Location

Ford House

1100 Lake Shore Road

Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236

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Description

Bring your little goblins to Ford House for this annual day of Halloween entertainment filled with spooky yet kid-friendly fun. There will be trick-or-treating, photo ops and a haunt-free hay ride. Advanced registration required.

Event cost: $5/adult, $15/ages 3-17, free/under 3

Event time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 25, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 313-884-4222

Website: https://fordhouse.org/events/little-goblins/

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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