While there is tons of free Halloween fun in the Twin Cities, some events are worth paying for and may even be a good excuse for a road trip. Here we have gathered special family Halloween activities organized by regions of the Twin Cities metro area. All of these events require a fee and some require registration.
Countdown to Halloween
MULTIPLE TWIN CITIES LOCATIONS
Some companies with locations around the Twin Cities offer fun Halloween activities for families at more than one location. We’ll list those here.
What We Are Watching
Marcus Theatres (Shakopee, Oakdale & Rosemount) | In the past, Marcus Theatres has offered special Halloween prices for family films.
MINNEAPOLIS & ST PAUL FAMILY-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Family Halloween activities offered at Minneapolis and St. Paul Parks, museums and more.
Any Time: Frankenstein’s Laboratory Exhibit
Bakken Museum, 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Time: Tuesday – Sunday from 10a.m. – 5p.m.
General Admission: $6-11/pp.
Yes, this is a permanent exhibit that you can visit any time, but what better time than during the month of October?
Any Time: See a Real Egyptian Mummy
Science Museum of Minnesota, 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
Time: Sunday-Thursday from 9am–5pm; Fridays & Saturdays 9am-8pm.
General Admission: $19.95-$29.95/pp.
This, again, is a permanent exhibit that you can visit any time, but lends itself well to the Halloween season?
By Appointment: Autumn Crafting
Heartfelt Crafts | 4306 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Time: Daily 10am–4pm
Prices: Vary by craft
Heartfelt’s Autumn Craft selections include Halloween crafts.
TBA: Doll-O-Ween Challenge
Leonardo’s Basement | 150 West 60th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Time: TBA
Prices: 2021 $25/team.
The Doll-O-Ween Challenge lets participants channel their inner Sid Phillips with a fashion doll makeover. Pick up a pack of 10 dolls and re-imagine them for this Halloween challenge.
Oct 15 & 16, 2022: Farmer Ken & Jan’s Pumpkin Patch
Como-Harriet Streetcar Line | 4200 Queen Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Time: 12:30-4pm
Prices: $3/ride pp or $7/all day, under 3 free, pumpkins $6/each.
Note: We are hoping this will happen in 2022, but other kid-friendly events continue to be cancelled, so check the trolley page before heading out and pre-purchase your tickets.
Oct 20, 2022: Paint A Pumpkin (Age 3-6)
Linden Hills Park, 3100 43rd St W., Minneapolis, MN, US 55410
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Activity Fee: $8-$12/depending on residence.
Parent-child program for kids ages 3-6 to paint a real pumpkin for Halloween. Paint and equipment provided.
Oct 20, 2022: Paint A Pumpkin (Age 6-13)
Linden Hills Park, 3100 43rd St W., Minneapolis, MN, US 55410
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Activity Fee: $8-$12/depending on residence.
Program for kids ages 6-3 to paint a real pumpkin for Halloween. Paint and equipment provided. Parent needs to be present.
Oct 20, 2022: Family Pumpkin Carving Night
Bryant Square Park, 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Activity Fee: $20-$30/depending on residence.
Carve pumpkins at the park and leave the mess behind. This is an outdoor event, dress for the weather. Rain date 10/27/22.
Oct 22, 2022: Transylvania Trolley
Como-Harriet Streetcar Line | 4200 Queen Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Time: 12:30-4pm
Prices: $3/ride pp or $7/all day, under 3 free, pumpkins $6/each.
Non-scary Halloween trolley ride. Wear your costume and get a treat! Note: We are hoping this will happen in 2022, but other kid-friendly events continue to be cancelled, so check the trolley page before heading out and pre-purchase your tickets.
TBA: Haunted ROUNDhouse
Jackson Street Roundhouse | 193 Pennsylvania Ave E, St Paul, MN 55130
Time: TBA
Tickets: $7-$15/pp or $45/family.
All the fun of the Jackson Street Roundhouse (train rides, too) with a slightly spooky air. Ross Sutter will perform family music, plus treat bags & a Halloween scavenger hunt with prizes.
Oct 15, 22 & 29, 2022: Spooky Trains – Night Trains
Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum | 668 Transfer Rd Ste. 8, St Paul, MN 55114
Time: 3pm-7pm
Tickets: $15/pp age 4+.
Night Trains begins with three Saturdays of “spooky trains” complete with treats. Costumes are welcome.
Oct 23, 2022: Trick ‘r Trolley
Como-Harriet Streetcar Line | 4200 Queen Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Time: 1, 2 & 3pm.
Tickets: $5/pp. Sells out fast. Pre-purchase tickets here.
Ride the trolley, hear a story and get a treat. Note: We are hoping this will happen in 2022, but other kid-friendly events continue to be cancelled, so check the trolley page before heading out and pre-purchase your tickets.
Oct 28, 2022: Parent-Child: Keepsake Halloween Craft
Armatage Park, 2500 57th St W., Minneapolis, MN, US 55410
Time: 9:30-10:30am.
Activity Fee: $20-$30, depending on residency.
Parent-child class for ages 7 and under. Create a haunted house picture with spooky handprint ghosts. Costumes welcome.
We will be adding more Minneapolis Parks and Saint Paul Parks events as they are announced, but you will find most park events on our FREE list.
NORTHWEST METRO FAMILY HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
Includes family Halloween activities in Anoka, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Dayton, Elk River, Fridley, Maple Grove, Plymouth & St Anthony.
Oct. 8, 2022: Trick-or-Trot and Transylvania
New Hope Civic Center Park, 4401 Xylon Avenue North, New Hope, MN 55427
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
Prices: $10/pp.
Trick-or-treat on trails lit by colorful lights, pumpkin painting, carnival games, DJ and scavenger hunt. Viewing of Hotel Transylvania 2 at 7pm.
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Oct 17, 2022: Bingo Night
American Legion | Anoka
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Price: 25¢ per card.
Play Bingo for prizes as part of Anoka’s Halloween Capital of the World events. Costumes welcome.
More Anoka events TBA.
Oct 21, 2022: Brooklyn Center Halloween Party
Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm.
Price: $2/child.
Ages 2-12 can trick-or-treat down the trail before doing a little BOOgie at the amphitheater.
Oct 21, 2022: Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt & Dance
Tom Ryan Park | Blaine
Time: TBA.
Price: TBA.
Flashlight pumpkin hunt, outdoor dance, S’mores, Halloween Games. Costume Contest. Fee includes a treat bag, one pumpkin, one craft, and refreshments. Registration required. More 2022 Details TBA.
Oct 22, 2022: Halloween Family Fun Day
Weaver Lake Park | Maple Grove
Time: 12:45-4:15pm.
Price: $6/child.
Activities, crafts and treats aimed at kids ages 2-8. Pre-registration is required.
TBA: Halloween Costume Contest
Urban Air Adventure Park, 3580 Holly Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55447
Time: 2021: 10am-8pm.
Price: 2021: $11.99-$29.99/child. (Parents are an additional $6).
Costume contests (11am 7 and under; 12pm ages 8+) and creepy craft station included with the price of admission on Halloween.
Oct 28, 2022: Ghostly Gala
Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center Grand Rooms, 5600 85th Ave. N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Time: 5:30-8pm
Prices: $10-$15/pp (Save by pre-registering).
Enjoy pizza, games, prizes, music, dancing, and a costume contest! Pre-registration required. Hosted by Reach for Resources. All Ages & Abilities Welcomed.
TBA: Rumriver Art Center Classes & Events
2665 4th Ave #103, Anoka, MN 55303
Time: TBA
Prices: TBA.
Art Center traditionally joins in the Anoka Halloween fun with classes and events.
TBA: Three Rivers Park Events
Three Rivers Parks will likely announce a variety of Halloween-themed events at their parks as the Holiday approaches.
TBA: Boo Bash
Brookview Community Center, 316 Brookview Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN 55426
Time: 2021: 6pm-7pm.
Price: TBA.
Parent/Preschooler program for kids 1 1/2 to five years old. Create a black cat, ghost or jack-o-lantern with paint and clay. Costumes welcome (but plan to get messy).
TBA: Halloween Hike
Quaking Bog – Theodore Wirth Park | Minneapolis
Time: 2021: 9:30am-12pm
Price: 2021: $15/pp.
Kids 7-12 years old hike through Quaking Bog with spooky games, a scavenger hunt and treats. Sponsored by Crystal Parks.
2022 TBA: Pumpkin Night in the Park
Springbrook Nature Center | Fridley
Time: 5pm-9pm.
Price: $10/pp.
Enchanted trails, costumed characters, kids dance, glowing pumpkins, and food. This year, there will be no gate admission. $10/pp. Learn more and register here.
NORTHEAST METRO FAMILY HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
Includes family Halloween activities in Lake Elmo, Lino Lakes, Maplewood, Roseville, Shoreview, Stillwater, White Bear Lake & Wyoming.
TBA: Kids Halloween Party
Pinehaven Farm | Wyoming
Time: 2021: 10am-3pm.
Admission: $15-$17/pp
Children ages 3 to 12 may search the grounds for all the Trick OR Treat spots where they will find treats and trinkets. If children under the age of 3 want to participate, you may buy a Trick or Treating bag for $3 at admissions. Wearing of costumes is highly encouraged. 10am to 3pm.
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TBA: Little Goblins Costume Party
Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St, Lino Lakes, MN 55038
Time: 2021: 6pm-8pm
Admission: $10/pp
For kids 8 and under, carnival games, crafts, refreshments, photo opportunities and a guided flashlight hike. Costumes encouraged.
TBA: Halloween Spooktacular
Harriet Alexander Nature Center, 2520 Dale St N, Roseville, MN 55113
Time: TBA.
Admission: 2021: $7.50-$8.50/child, registration required.
Live owls w/Wildlife Science Center, Outdoor story trail & carnival games, Barrel train rides by Kaptain Kirby, Indoor Halloween craft, Fireside music by Bill Cagley, Trunk & Treat organized by Calvary Church youth, Free refreshments.
Oct 29, 2022: Tamarack Trick or Treat
Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd. White Bear Township, MN 55110
Time: Staggered start times: 3:00, 3:20, 3:40 or 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $7.50/child, $3.25/adult. Registration is required.
A low-key, non-scary event for kids pre-k through elementary with a parent. Play in Discovery Hollow, see live animals, participate in games and activities and get treats. Activities take approximately 75 minutes to complete.
TBA: VFC Trunk of Treat Parking Lot Dance with DJ
Valley Friendship Club-Hub, 5620 Memorial Ave, Stillwater
Time: 2021: 2pm-4pm.
Admission: 2021: $5; RSVP Requested.
Bring candy to pass out from your truck, and a bag to collect Halloween candy. There will be a costume parade and a DJ. Decorating and Dressing up Encouraged.
SOUTHEAST METRO FAMILY HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
Includes family Halloween activities in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Mendota, Savage, Shafer, West St Paul and Woodbury.
TBA: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Minnesota Zoo | 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Start Time: 2021: 7pm
Tickets: 2021: $20/pp; Advanced purchase required.
A trail through an enchanted forest features over 5,000 illuminated and creatively carved pumpkins while a variety of musical vignettes and fog create a seasonal back drop for this family friendly fall outing.
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TBA: Halloween Hoopla
Dodge Nature Center | 365 Marie Ave W., West St. Paul, MN 55118
Time: 2pm-5pm
Tickets: $8/pp advance, $12/pp day of
Party with face painting, slithery friends, dancing, marshmallows over a bonfire, games and treats.
TBA: Ghostly Gathering
Veterans Memorial Community Center | 8150 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
Start Time: 2021: 6pm-8pm
Tickets: 2021: $8/child
Family-friendly, non-scary event for kids ages 2-12, with trick-or-treating, activities, photo booth and a DJ. Preregistration is required.
TBA: Halloween Hoopla
Ojibway Park | 2695 Ojibway Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125
Start Time: 2021: 3pm-5pm
Tickets: 2021:$10/pp
Search for a mini pumpkin to decorate, tick-or-treat, play Halloween games, a photo booth and costume prizes! Ages 2-12.
TBA: Scary Skate
Veterans Memorial Community Center | 8150 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
Start Time: 2021: 6:30-8pm
Tickets: 2021: $4/pp
Open Skate with costumes.
Oct 22, 2022: Haunted Forest
Steve Michaud Park | 17100 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Start Time: 5:30-8pm
Event Registration: $10/vehicle
Trick-or-treat through a maze made for little kids. Bigger kids can explore a Haunted Forest Trail, watch a Haunted Bonfire Puppet Show, go on a Haunted Hayride and grab a free pumpkin, Concessions available. Pay at the Entrance or Register for Event #232101.
TBA: Franconia Family Events
Franconia Sculpture Park | 29836 Saint Croix Trail, Shafer, MN 55074
Start Time: TBA
Admission: Usually Free, but may have a $5/vehicle fee to park.
TBA: Halloween Fest On The Go
Lac Lavon Park | 15501 Lac Lavon Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337
Start Time: 2021: 5:30-8:30pm
Tickets: 2021: $10/vehicle
Family-friendly event includes a drive-thru illuminated trick-or-treat trail. Space is limited – Register early.
Oct 29, 2022: Eagan Halloween Trail Walk
Viking Lakes, 2685 Vikings Cir, Eagan, MN 55121
Start Time: 11am-2pm
Tickets: $6 (advanced Registration Required)
Dress up and trick or treat through Legends Crossing at Viking Lakes. Other stations will include music and Halloween-themed games. Dress for an all-weather, outdoor event.
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Returning in 2023: Autumn Harvest
Dakota City Heritage Village, 4008 220th St W, Farmington, MN 55024
Dakota City is taking a year’s hiatus from the Autumn Harvest festival, but look for it again in 2023.
SOUTHWEST METRO FAMILY HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
Includes family Halloween activities and attractions in Bloomington, Chanhassen, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Hopkins, Minnetrista, Prior Lake, Richfield, Shakopee, St Louis Park & Victoria.
Sep 17-Oct 31, 2022: Severs Fall Festival
3121 150th Street West, Shakopee
Time: TBA
Tickets: $17/pp
Fall Festival and pumpkin patch. Reserve tickets online.
Sep 25-Oct 31, 2022: Screamin’ Green Haunt Town
Crayola Experience | Mall of America, 300 South Avenue, Bloomington, MN 55425
Hours: Daily 10am-6pm
Tickets: $25.99-$27.99
Halloween themed activities, including on-site trick-or-treating and more.
TBA: Scarecrows in the Garden
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Chaska
Hours: Open daily 9am-6pm
Tickets: $15/Ages 16+; Free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online.
Tour the scarecrows created by Bachman’s scarecrow experts. 
Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum. Photo by Liz Potasek
September 30-October 30, 2022: Tricks & Treats
Valleyfair, 1 Valley Fair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379
Hours: Friday 5pm-9pm; Saturdays Noon-9pm; Sundays, Noon to 8pm
Admission: Included with daily admission or season pass. Learn more and find tickets here.
New in 2022, Tricks And Treats, replaces The Great Pumpkin Festival and Valleyscare Halloween Haunt. This will be an all-ages festival and Halloween party.
TBA: Three Rivers Events
Three Rivers Park District will offer a variety of seasonally appropriate activities at its various parks.
Oct 21-22, 2022: Westwood Annual Halloween Party
Westwood Hills Nature Center | 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426
2021 Hours: Friday or Saturday 6:30-9:00pm
2021 Admission: $9-$12/pp, pre-registration required.
Come in costumes and enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.
TBA: Half-Haunted Halloween
Wood Lake Nature Center | 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield 55423
2021 Hours: Purchase tickets for specific entry time, beginning 2pm-6pm
Cost: $5/pp.
Stations include the trick or treat trail, a magician, games and a barn dance.
TBA: Shakopee Spooky Family Fun Night
Shakopee Lions Park, 1103 Adams St. Shakopee, MN 55379
2021 Hours: Two Sessions: 3:00-4:30 p.m. & 4:45-6:00pm
Cost: $5/kid.
Outdoor event will include spooky games, prizes and activities. Pre-registration required.
Oct. 22, 2022: Pumpkins
Staring Lake Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie, MN 55347.
Cost: $12/child.
Learn about the history of pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns before carving your own in this parent/child class. Registration required.
Oct. 22, 2022: Fantastically Spooky Ghost Trolley
Excelsior Streetcar Line, Water Street and George Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
Hours: 6-9pm
Cost: $4/pp.
This trolley ride is suitable for all family members.
Oct. 22, 23, 29 & 30, 2022: Orchard Trick-or-Treating
Minnetonka Orchard, 6480 County Rd 26, Minnetrista, MN 55364
Hours: Regular Orchard Hours
Cost: $8-$10/pp.
Kids are encouraged to come in costume to trick-or-treat around the orchard, pick your pumpkin (to purchase) and paint it while visiting (painting supplies included with pumpkin purchase).
Oct. 23, 2022: Trolleyween
Excelsior Streetcar Line, Water Street and George Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
Hours: 1:30 & 2:30pm
Tickets: Sells out fast. Pre-purchase tickets here. $5/pp.
Trolley ride, story time and Halloween treat.
Oct. 29, 2022: Not-So-Scary Nature Trail
Staring Lake Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie, MN 55347.
Hours: 6-8pm (Register for a time slot)
Cost: $11/pp.
Learn about all the not-so-scary things associated with Halloween. Walk the lantern-lit trail and learn about bats, owls, snakes, eagles and so much more while collecting a snack or Halloween candy at each station.
Oct. 29, 2022: Halloween in Excelsior
Downtown Excelsior, MN 55331
Hours: 2021: 10am-11pm
Tickets: $2 Trolley rides available
Trick r’ treating, spooky scenes, dance parties, costume contests, etc. More 2022 Details TBA.
Oct. 29, 2022: Halloween Party
Chanhassen Recreation Center, 2310 Coulter Blvd, Chanhassen, MN 55317
Trick-or-treating, carnival games, hayrides, magic show, face painting and refreshments. Pre-register for this event. 1-3 pm. $6/child.
TBA: Trunk or Treat
Wayzata Community Church, 125 Wayzata Blvd E, Wayzata, MN 55391
Wear a costume and bring your plastic pumpkin (or a bag) to trick or treat at decorated cars along the blocked-off parking lot. 2-5 pm. $5/child or $20/family.
TBA: Old-Fashioned Halloween Party
Wood Lake Nature Center | Richfield
Part of the Sunday Specials program, play old-fashioned games, find owls, bats, and spiders on a scavenger hunt and try old-fashioned refreshments! Costumes encouraged. Limited spaces; pre-registration encouraged. 1pm-3pm, $5/pp.
Oct 27, 2022: HalloBoo Trick-or-Treat Trail
Edinborough Park, 7700 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435.
Trick-or-treating, games and family fun throughout Adventure Peak and the Great Hall. 4-5:30pm or 6-7:30pm, $10/child. Registration Required.
What We Are Watching
Trail of Fun Halloween Walk | Chaska Community Park
Take an outdoor spooky trail walk surrounded by jack-o-lanterns, games, trick-or-treating and more. 4pm-7pm, $5/pp
Broomstick Bash | FlyOver America, MOA
Join Broomelda the witch on a spellbinding journey at FlyOver America! Aspiring witches and wizards will take part in the Broomelda’s Witch Academy where graduating is easy… just survive! $14.95-$18.95/pp.
ROAD TRIP HALLOWEEN EVENTS
TBA: Harvest Howl
Wildlife Science Center | Stacy
Live animal demos, American Indian demonstrations, pumpkin painting contests, kids games and more. 11am-4pm. $15/adults, $10/kids.
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TBA: Owl Prowl
International Owl Center | Houston
Owl Prowls are after dark guided searches for owls. Expect the event to last 3 hours. Participants drive their own vehicles to different locations. Note: Children are welcome, but must be able to stand quietly for at least 10 minutes at a time. 5:30pm, $15/person.
Oct. 21-23, 2022: Pumpkin Express Train Rides
Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway | Osceola, WI
Last train leaves Dresser, to return to Osceola, at 4pm. Free pumpkins for kids, games and rides, music and performances included w/ tickets. 9:30am -1:30pm on the hour. Tickets: $25-$30, Age 2 and under: FREE.
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