Thinking of sitting out this Halloween because the October chancy weather might be too cold or rainy? Well, think again. Indoor trick-or-treating in Michigan offers plenty of events to keep metro Detroit’s little monsters toasty warm while they collect their goodies.
From haunted houses that end in a bag of treats to some not-so-scary events at local museums, southeast Michigan is packed with options.
Check out these 2019 Halloween festivities happening all over town. And if you’re looking for Halloween trick-or-treating alternatives, check out our list of trunk-or-treat events.
Boo Bash at Saline Recreation Center
Oct. 18, 2019
- Register: ASAP in advance
- Address: Saline Recreation Center, 1866 Woodland Drive, Saline
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Phone: 734-492-3502
- Cost: $9/person
There’s a trick or treat trail past tons of tables passing out goodies, plus games, dancing, a balloon drop and more at this 28th annual event. Open to all costumed kids. Register in advance; this event sells out.
Halloween Hoopla at Macomb Township Recreation Center
Oct. 18, 2019
- Register: ASAP in advance; sells out
- Address: Macomb Township Recreation Center, 20699 Macomb St., Macomb Township
- Time: 6-8:30 p.m.
- Phone: 586-992-2900
- Cost: $5/residents, $10/nonresidents
Come in costume for indoor trick-or-treating and a haunted house; plus dancing, crafts and more at this annual Halloween favorite. Note: Be sure to pre-register.
Halloween Hootenany at the Longway Planetarium in Flint
Oct. 19, 2019
- Register: Call to RSVP
- Address: 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint
- Time: 5-8 p.m.
- Phone: 810-237-3400
- Cost: $8/adults, $6/kids 2-11
Kids can dance, get plenty of treats and win prizes. There will also be a light show.
Halloween Downtown Ypsi Glow at the Ypsilanti District Library
Oct. 25, 2019
- Address: Ypsilanti District Library, 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti
- Time: 4 p.m.
- Phone: 734-482-4110
- Cost: Free
Candy and dancing will be enjoyed by all who attend this event, with tons of glowing fun.
Monster Mash at Orchard Mall in West Bloomfield
Oct. 25, 2019
- Register: Required, in advance
- Address: Orchard Mall, 6337 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield
- Time: 6-9 p.m.
- Phone: 248-398-3400
- Cost: $5/kids 2-plus, free/under 2
Orchard Mall and Metro Parent magazine bring families an evening of merry Halloween fun including spooky games and trick-or-treating fun. Dress up in your favorite costumes and boogie at the dance party, meet the Sanderson Sisters from Disney’s Hocus Pocus or the real-life Ghostbusters and visit with the Tooth Fairy, too. Live animal presentations and make-and-take crafts are also available. It’s a can’t-miss Halloween party for all ages!
Rollers and Strollers Trick or Treat with Buzz and Woody at The New Rink in Shelby Township
Oct. 26, 2019
- Address: 50625 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township
- Time: 9 a.m.-noon
- Phone: 586-731-5006
- Cost: $10/person, $1/non-walking infants
Trick or treat around the rink with beloved characters. Includes skate rental, snack, drink and bounce zone. Event for children 7 and under.
Halloween Spooktacular
Oct. 26, 2019
- Address: Yankee Air Museum, 47884 D St., Belleville
- Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Phone: 734-483-4030
- Cost: Free
All of the games, the costume parade, and trick-or-treating are in store for the attendees to this event.
Funtastic Halloween at Royal Oak Public Library
Oct. 26, 2019
- Address: Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
- Time: Noon-2 p.m.
- Phone: 248-246-3716
- Cost: Free
Kids in costumes make their rounds around the library for make-and-take crafts and other Halloween-themed activities.
Trick or Treat in the Village at Troy Historic Village
Oct. 26, 2019
- Address: Troy Historic Village, 60 Wattles Road, Troy
- Time: 12:30-3:30 p.m.
- Phone: 248-524-3570
- Cost: $5/members, $7/nonmembers; free/kids under 4
Join in this space-themed event where kids can collect candy and treats in the historic buildings for a bit of indoor trick-or-treating, make a craft and some teeth-friendly treats.
Treats in the Streets at Detroit Historical Museum
Oct. 27, 2019
- Address: Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Time: Noon-4 p.m.
- Phone: 313-833-1805
- Cost: Free (parking fees apply)
This event is for kids 12 and under in the Streets of Old Detroit exhibit in the museum. This includes crafts, a magic show and a ghoulish history hunt.
Halloween Open House at Sterling Heights Public Library
Oct. 30, 2019
- Address: Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights
- Time: 9:30-11 a.m.
- Phone: 586-446-2665
- Cost: Free
Kids are invited to dress up for Halloween stories, a movie and trick or treat parade through the library.
Trick or Treat Parade at Summit on the Park
Oct. 30, 2019
- Register: By Oct. 29; no tickets sold at the door
- Address: Summit on the Park, 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton
- Time: 5-8 p.m. Friday
- Phone: 734-394-5460
- Cost: $11/child, $1/fast pass
Kids wear their favorite costumes and travel a themed path to collect candy and surprises for plenty of indoor trick-or-treating fun. Note: Ticket sales end on Oct. 29. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Halloween Party at Ann Arbor District Library
Oct. 31, 2019
- Address: Ann Arbor District Library, Downtown Branch, 343 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
- Time: 10-10:30 a.m. and11:30 a.m.-noon
- Phone: 734-327-4200
- Cost: Free
This event for kids in preschool-3rd grade features puppets, stories and trick-or-treating in the library. Afterwards, if you choose, head outside for the treat parade on Main Street, just a short walk away.
This post was originally published in 2015 and is updated regularly.
