Ready for some more spooky fun this weekend?
There are so many Halloween events happening in and around Detroit that it’s hard to choose just one. I want to go to them all, especially now that I have my Halloween costume ready!
If you’re looking for fall-themed events where you can show off your cool Halloween costume, then check out my event picks for this weekend. I discovered three family-friendly fall events and two Halloween events for the grownups that I think you will love.
Hope you have the best time! xoxo
1. Oktoberfest Gala Weekend | Ticket prices vary.
Date: October 20 – 22 (Friday – Sunday)
Time: Friday, 10/20 (6 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
Saturday, 10/21 (12 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
Sunday, 10/21 (12 p.m. – 6 p.m.)
Place: 2201 East Grand River Avenue Detroit, MI 48226
Event Link: https://dnwcd-octoberfest.org/
Event Summary: The Disability Network Wayne County Detroit is hosting a fall festival extravaganza all weekend long!
FRIDAY
Friday kicks off with DNWCD’s Oktoberfest Gala. The evening will include a live performance by Detroit-based musicians JRGotTheHiTS, food catered by Experience Relish, wine tasting, live painting by Detroit artist Phillip Simpson, and a silent auction.
Gala ticket prices range between $65 to $75. Click here to purchase your tickets.
SATURDAY
Saturday’s festivities will include live music, a silent disco (featuring DJ Sydney Jordan, DJ Seals, and DJ Urihouse), games, treats from Detroit vendors, face painting, and more!
Cost of admission for Saturday is only $10, and kids under age 12 get in free. Purchase your tickets online here.
SUNDAY
Sunday’s festivities will have a different vibe from Saturday’s event day. The theme for Sunday is “Tailgaiting in the Garden.”
Enjoy live music, food trucks, lawn games, Bubble Therapy Experience, and The Coloring Museum poppin’ up!
Sunday is FREE for everyone! You can RSVP here.
2. Cider in the City | Free to attend. Prices vary for activities and food.
Date: October 21 – 22
Time: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (both dates)
Place: Beacon Park | 1903 Grand River Ave, Detroit, 48226
Event Link: https://www.ciderinthecity.com/
Event Summary: Cider in the City returns this weekend at Beacon Park! Enjoy fresh donuts, cider, and apples from Blake’s Farm.
Activities include pumpkin picking, horse-drawn hayrides, face painting (Sunday only), crafts, lawn games, and more.
3. HallowGlow Nights at TreeRunner Adventure Park | Prices start at $38.
Date: October 20 – 22 (Friday – Saturday)
Time: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Friday – Saturday) and 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Sunday)
Place: Two locations available (West Bloomfield and Rochester). See website for details.
Event Link: https://treerunnerparks.com/
Event Summary: TreeRunner Adventure Park is hosting their popular Halloween event HallowGlow Nights. Enjoy an evening of spooky fun as you walk through the woods with Halloween glow lights.
Other activities include glow ziplining (a low-to-the-ground zipline is available, too), gem mining, mini golf, and bounce houses at the junior park for kids! Each guest will also receive candy.
4. Found in the Underground V: Halloween at Tangent Gallery | $15
Date: Sunday, October 22
Time: 6 p.m. – midnight
Place: Tangent Gallery & Hastings Street Ballroom | East Milwaukee Ave., Detroit
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/fitufest
Event Summary: My friend Ami (who also photographs my amazing professional portraits!) is hosting a mega Halloween event! Found in the Underground V is for ages 21 and up and will be held at the Tangent Gallery in Detroit.
The event will feature over 30 artists and vendors, three stages of music (rock, rap, electronic), and delicious food available for purchase from Pink Flamingo Detroit.
Costumes are encouraged, and there will be a costume content with a $75 gift card prize. Purchase tickets here.
5. Puff N Paint Pumpkin Edition | $35 – $55
Date: Sunday, October 22
Time: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Place: The Squeeze Station | 6716 Michigan Ave., Detroit, 48210
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/725463816070284
Event Summary: Art by Asiana is hosting a Halloween-themed, cannabis-friendly painting afternoon at The Squeeze Station in Southwest Detroit.
Enjoy an elevated afternoon expressing your artistic side. I’ve been to a High Tea Puff N Paint event at The Squeeze Station and it was great time filled with a lot of laughter and fun talks.
Food and drinks will also be available for purchase by The Squeeze Station. Take a peek at their menu here.
ABOUT TOP FIVE EVENT PICKS
“Top Five Event Picks” is a weekly blog series where Jennifer shares her top five events that she thinks you’d love to check out!
Jennifer’s favorite types of events to attend are community happenings and local festivals. She also loves to explore Detroit’s hidden gems because she believes community events and local treasures show the heart and soul of the city.
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