We’re on the search for all things spooky in Michigan’s Great Southwest! It’s been a fun-packed fall with even more to come. With everything from trick-or-treating and spooky-themed classes, Halloween parties, activities for the whole family and more! Keep reading for festive events leading up to Halloween.
TRICK-OR-TREATING
OCTOBER 23
Peace Lutheran hosts a Trunk-or-Treat 3:00p-5:00p.
OCTOBER 24
Trinity Lutheran hosts a Trunk-or-Treat 5:00p-7:00p.
OCTOBER 29
Downtown St. Joseph and the Benton Harbor Arts District host Halloween Trick-Or-Treat, sponsored by Holt Bosse, from 4:30p-6:00p on Friday, October 29.
Road to Life Church hosts a Trick-or-Treat Drive-Thru from 4:30p-6:30p on Friday, October 29.
OCTOBER 30
Berrien County Animal Control invites the community to their annual Trunk or Treat from 9:30a-12:00p on October 30!
The City of St. Joseph hosts Truck or Treat from 4:00p-6:00p on Saturday, October 30 at the John & Dede Howard Ice Arena.
OCTOBER 31
St. Joseph City-wide trick-or-treating is scheduled from 6:00p-7:30p on Saturday, October 31.
FRIGHTFUL FAMILY FUN
SWMI businesses and restaurants will display their decorated pumpkins during Pumpkins on Parade, October 22-31! Visit participating locations to view their decorated pumpkins and vote online for your favorite. Voting will be available at stjoetoday.com/vote from 10:00a October 22 to 11:59p October 31.
Eden Springs Park hosts Halloween miniature train rides on select dates in October! Catch these spooky train rides on October 16, 17, 23, 24, 29 and 30 from 5:00p-9:00p. Cash only.
Flick-or-Treat with the Krasl Art Center and the Coastline Children’s Film Festival on October 29 from 8:00p-9:30p! Celebrate Halloween with a pumpkin walk and a few scary silent films, shown with live accompaniment.
Something wicked is coming at Sarett Nature Center! On October 29, families can walk the lighted trail, discovering wild creatures, spooky crafts and games. If you’re looking for something a little more haunting, visit the scary barn! Sarett’s Spooky Halloween runs from 6:30-9:00p. Attendees will receive activity bags to take home and enjoy. It's $5/person, bring a flashlight!
The Silver Beach Carousel is decorated for Halloween! For the entire month of October, enjoy discounted admission. Reservations required, visit CarouselRSVP.com to book your tickets!
WIZARDING WORKSHOPS
Lazy Ballerina Winery hosts a Halloween Wine Glass Painting Class on October 26 at 6:00p. Reservations required - includes two wine glasses and one glass of wine (beer mugs also available).
Urban Garage Market hosts a Chunky Knit Pumpkins Workshop on October 23 from 12:00p-2:00p. Attendees will make their own set of chunky knit pumpkins using various yarn and ribbons!
ENCHANTING EVENTS
Catch the latest Twin City Players production, Haunting of Hill House! Performances run October 22 through November 7.
Peat’s Cider Social hosts a Halloween Market on October 23 from 1:00p-9:00p! Enjoy a variety of makers/artisans, food vendors and live music.
Silver Harbor Brewing hosts a Halloween/Horror Movie Themed Trivia Night from 7:00p-9:00p on October 28. Win free stuff; free to play!
INSIDER TIP: Don't miss a spooktacular photo op with the new mural at Silver Harbor Brewing!
Dance the night away during Journeyman Distillery’s Halloween Dance Party on October 29 at 8:00p! Tickets are $10/person and includes a welcome drink. Attendees are sure to enjoy Halloween-inspired cocktails, DJ entertainment, fire pits and glow-in-the-dark putting. Costumes are optional but strongly encouraged!
Watermark Brewing hosts a Halloween Party at the Solarium on October 30 at 6:00p! $15/person admission (must be 21+) includes a glow-in-the-dark pint glass. This event features DJ entertainment, spooky cocktails, beer, wine and cider!
Round Barn Estate invites you to eat, drink and be scary! Join Round Barn as they celebrate their LAST Jammin’ in the Vineyard weekend with their annual Hallowine party on October 30 from 11:00a-7:00p. Attendees will enjoy live music, a special Halloween cocktail, costume contest, wine + candy pairing flights, delicious drinks and tasty food.
The Morton House Museum hosts two events on October 30! Mini Monsters at the Morton’s invites friends ages 3 to 9 to put on a costume and join them for a Halloween party from 11:30a-1:00p. Followed by Mysticism at Morton House featuring a paranormal activity talk! Attendees will enjoy a “scare”-cuterie box and a mocktail as you listen to spooky tales from 7:00p-9:30p.
Get ready for a spooktacular night at Tabor Hill! Join them for their first-ever Terror at Tabor event on October 30 from 7:00p-11:00p. This event is $10/person and includes one free drink! Attendees will also enjoy a costume contest, raffle, food, DJ entertainment and more.
