Halloween season is officially here, and there’s no shortage of ways to get into the spooky spirit around Detroit!
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing, a genuinely frightening night out, or simply a festive way to enjoy the fall season, the area is packed with Halloween-themed events and experiences.
From haunted venues and costume-filled celebrations to seasonal activities that are perfect for getting into the spirit of October, here are 6 great ways to celebrate Halloween around Detroit this year.
Take in a classical rendition of your favorite Halloween classic
Attending one of the Candlelight Concerts that takes the most iconic sounds and songs of ‘spooky season’ and turns them into classical music is one of the most unique and fun ways to celebrate Halloween in the D!
You are not going to want to miss out, so here are three shows that are slated to happen around Halloween later this October.
- Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics – October 29th
- Candlelight: Halloween Classics – October 23rd, 24th
If you’re a picky eater, this might sound like the scariest thing you can do this Halloween, but in reality, this three-course blindfolded dining experience will be tailored to your preferences when you reserve your spot!
You can expect some incredible food and drinks in this surprise menu, but the best part of this unique dining experience is certainly how much fun you’ll have throughout the night!
Take a trip to Blake’s Big Apple to experience its ‘Haunted Attractions’
Complete with some insane attractions like a haunted hayride, ‘Spookyland'(family-friendly), a 3-story haunted barn, and even a ‘zombie paintball safari’!
This place is truly the place to get into the spirit of spooky season in the Detroit area this year, so it’s worth going if you haven’t already been.
Taking place on multiple dates throughout October, Zoo Boo is one of the best family-friendly ways you can celebrate Halloween with your little ones this year!
October dates include: 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, & 23-25.
Zoo Boo will run from 3 to 8:30 pm each date and feature full Zoo access.
The Brick or Treat: Monster Party at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan will be taking place daily from October 1st to the 31st to celebrate Halloween.
The fun festivities will include themed Lego building sessions, festive decor, an exclusive screening of the 4D Lego Movie, “The Great Monster Chase“, and so much more!
Tickets for admission start at around $22 per person, but might jump in cost depending on availability.
