Here's a list of Oakland County and Metro Detroit, Michigan Halloween events for 2011. We've also compiled a directory of local Haunted Houses and Haunted Hayrides. Don't forget to check out our OCM Cider Mill Directory for delicious places to celebrate Fall in our area!

The OCM Trick or Treat Guide for Halloween events in Oakland County is brought to you by Doc Sweets' Candy Company in Clawson:

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 15th, 7a-3p
Fall Festival in the Woods
The 15th Annual Fall Festival in the Woods takes place at the E. Eale Fisk Hawk Woods Nature Center (3799 Bald Mountain Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326). Click here for a list of events and activities at Fall Festival in the Woods.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 21st - Halloween
Free Halloween Fun at Bass Pro Shops - Great Lakes Crossing
The Bass Pro Shop at Great Lakes Crossing free 2011 Halloween events and activities. Click here for schedule of Halloween fun.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 23rd, 2-4p
Trunk or Treat
Annual Trunk or Treat at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum. Click here for details.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 27th, 6p-7:30p
20th Annual Halloween Trail at Civic Center Park (1827 N. Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills, Michigan, 48326)
Children 12 and under are invited to "trick or treat" down the Halloween Trail in Civic Center Park, visit the "talking pumpkin", and enjoy a special Halloween craft and Spooky Stories inside the Community Center. This event is FREE to all children in costume.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 28th, 6p-8p
Halloween at the North Oakland YMCA. Enjoy the excitement of the evening. Games, arts and crafts, story tellers, trick or treating, and haunted locker rooms all await you a the North Oakland YMCA. FREE Community Event 

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 28th, 6-8:30p
Halloween Party at Hawk Woods. Halloween is a blast at our annual Halloween Party at Hawk Woods. Wear a costume for a chance to win our costume contest. You won't want to miss the ghoulish games and spooky prizes. Bring some orange and black food to share. This is a teen program. For more info, contact the Auburn Hills Public Library.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 29th, noon-2p
6th Annual Downtown Spooktakular
Location:  3395 Auburn Rd, Auburn Hills,  MI  48326

Auburn Hills, Michigan
October 24th, 7p-8:30p
Great Lakes Tales and Lighthouse Ghost Stories at the Auburn Hills Public Library
Lighthouses seem to attract many stories of ghostly activity. Come listen to a few of these stories,view photos of the lighthouses and learn more about the lives of the lighthouse keepers. Must be 10 years of age or older.

Birmingham, Michigan
October 14th, 6:30p-9p
Annual Tween Lock-In Youth Program at the Baldwin Public Library.
What happens after the library is closed? Celebrate the fall with chills and thrills at the library! Special program in the Rotary Room includes games, activities and even a ghost walk. Come if you dare! Registration required.

Birmingham, Michigan
October 23rd, 9a-2p
Birmingham Farmers Market End of the Season Celebration
the Birmingham Farmers Market is going out with an End of Season Celebration on October 23rd 2011 from 9a-2p. Everyone is invited to join in as Birmingham Farmers Market wraps up the season. Dress your children in their Halloween costumes and join us as the BFM wraps up the season. Click here for details.

Birmingham, Michigan
October 23rd, 3-4p
Spooky Halloween Magic Show at the Baldwin Public Library.
Join Gordon Russ the Magician for his special Spooky Magic Halloween Show. (Don't forget, the Pumpkin Patch parade will be held at 4:00!) All ages. Registration required for magic show.

Birmingham, Michigan
October 23rd, 1p-4p
The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, Community House and Junior League of Birmingham is hosting a Pumpkin Patch and children's activities from 1-4p. The event promises to provide nut-free snacks and live entertainment. Parade starts at 4p near Shain park.

Bloomfield Twp, Michigan
October 20th, 5p-7p
Pumpkin Personalities at the Bloomfield Township Public Library.
Drop-in with your own plain pumpkin and leave with a decorated masterpiece. You supply the pumpkin, the Bloomfield Township Public Library supplies the dazzle and bling. Fun for the whole family.

Clarkston, Michigan
October 22nd, 2-3p
Pumpkin Carving at the Independence Public Library
Come join us to carve pumpkins. Pumpkins will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Independence Township Library.

Clarkston, Michigan
October 22nd from 3p-6p
Friendly Forest
Trick or Treat in Friendly Forest at Clintonwood Park. Kids ages 2-9 can Trick or Treat and collect Halloween goodies from their favorite cartoon and fairy tale characters. Cider and donuts are provided at the end of the tour. Tickets can be purchased at itpr.org. Tours are sold in 15 minute increments. Must be purchased in advance. Tickets go on sale beginning September 21st. Cost is $6 for residents and $8 for non residents.

Clarkston, Michigan
October 28th, 7-9p
Teen After-Hours: Halloween Bash! Independence Public Library
Celebrate Halloween with scary movies and creepy snacks at the library. Costume wearers will receive an extra treat! Grades 6 to 12. Registration required.

Clarkston, Michigan
October 29th, 1p-3p
Ghost Hunters of Southern Michigan at the Independence Public Library
Explore the supernatural with the Ghost Hunters of Southern Michigan. The presentation begins at 1:00pm and features a PowerPoint presentation of ghostly pictures and spirit voices from some of their investigations. For adults.

Clarkston, Michigan
October 29th, 10a-noon or 2p-4p
Mad Scientist at the Wint Nature Center (9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, Michigan 48348 - 248-625-6473). Fun for all ages. Become a “Mad Scientist” while doing crazy experiments, eating creepy snacks, and drinking potions. Play some exciting science games and meet some creepy but lovable “monsters.” Pre-payment required. $3/person.

Clawson, Michigan
October 29th, noon-3p
Trick or Treasure
Downtown Clawson becomes a safe zone for all the kids. Kids in costume will travel through the downtown businesses collecting treasures and allergy-free treats…and maybe getting a few tricks along the way.

Commerce, Michigan
October 29th, 2-4p
Halloween event at the Commerce Public Library
Join the Commerce Public Libarary for a Halloween event. Stop by the library between 2 PM and 4 PM to show us your costume! We'll have stories AND trick or treat fun! No registration required.

Commerce, Michigan
October 29th, 5p-6p
Watch for little ghosts and goblins to hit Main Street on Saturday, October 29th visiting local merchants in search of goodies.

Davisburg, Michigan
October 28th and 29th, 5:30p-8:30p
Trick or Treat Trail at the Hart Community Center (495 Broadway).
Trick Or Treat Trail If your children are too small, want more goodies or bad weather has put a damper on your plans, you will enjoy this safe alternative to door-to-door trick or treating. Come, wearing your costumes, and walk through this indoor, happily haunted trail and collect candy and small toys along the way. Juice and snacks will be provided at the end of the trail. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Resident rates apply to those residing in Springfield Township. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but will be accepted at the door. Participants may come anytime between 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. AGES: 12 & under FEE: Residents: $5 per child per night Non-Residents: $7 per child per night. Phone: (248) 846-6530.

Detroit, Michigan
October 28th (6-10p), October 29th (1-5p), October 30th (1-5p)
The Museum Mystery Tour at the Detroit Institute of Arts
Commune with the spirits of long-departed artists in the American, European and Contemporary galleries. This self-guided tour will explore secrets about the artists whose work haunts the DIA (5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48202). You've never seen the galleries like this: eerie lighting and sounds in the dark, but we'll keep it fun and family friendly. Costumes are strongly encouraged! For information and self-guided maps please visit the Mystery Tour desk in Prentis Court. The Museum Mystery Tour is for ages 5 and older (with an adult).

Farmington, Michigan
October 23rd, 2011 2p-5p
Pumpkin Carving Event
Farmington is hosting a pumpkin carving event on October 23rd at the Governor Warner Mansion (33805 Grand River Avenue, Farmington, MI 48335). $5 per person/ $15 per family. Includes a gourd hunt and other fall fun. Rain or shine!

Farmington, Michigan
October 29th, 2-4p
Downtown Trick or Treating
Costumed kids are invited to Trick or Treat in downtown Farmington from 2-4p.

Farmington Hills, Michigan
October 4th, 5-8p
Hay Day at Heritage Park
The Annual Farmington Hills Hay Day will happen on October 4th at Heritage Park from 5p - 8p. Click here for details.

Farmington Hills, Michigan
October 15th, noon-2:30p or 3-5:30p
Boo Bash
Heritage Park in Farmington Hills is home to Halloween fun on October 15th, 2011 for the Farmington Hills Boo Bash Celebration. Boo Bash features hayrides, s'mores, candy-free trick or treat stations and pizza. Click here for registration and cost info.

Farmington Hills, Michigan 
Hayride Central at Heritage Park
Farmington Hills offers frightless hayrides every Friday evening from September 16th through November 4th. $5 for Farmington Hills residents and $8 for non residents. Hayrides depart every half-hour at Heritage Park and come complete with roasted marshmallows, hot cider and a roaring campfire. Click here for more info including cost and schedule.

Ferndale, Michigan
Saturday, October 30th from 4p-6p
Downtown Trick or Treating
Costumed kids are invited to Trick or Treat in downtown Ferndale from 4-6p.

Grosse Pointe Shores
Sunday, October 23rd from 2p-4:30p
Goblins in the Garden
A ghoulishly great time awaits at Edsel & Eleanor Ford House (Ford House) with an enhanced Halloween celebration featuring new themes, activities, entertainment and, of course, treats. Click here for ticket info and more details.

Highland, Michigan
October 8th, 10:30a
Halloween Madness at the Highland Township Public Library.
You're invited to a special Halloween storytime plus crafts! Costumes are welcome. Registration required.

Holly, Michigan
October 12th
Full Moon Art Tour
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) and the historic Village of Holly are teaming up to present the Full Moon Art Tour on October 12th, 2011 at 7p in downtown Holly. Click here for details.

Holly, Michigan
October 29th
Holly-ween
Children's Parade and Downtown Trick-or-Treating. The parade begins at 3p in the Curves Parking lot (124 N Saginaw Street) and ends in Crapo Park where children will be treated to cider and donuts, balloon art and magic show. Trick or treating in downtown Holly until 6p!

Holly, Michigan
October 31st, 6p-7:30p
Community Fun Night (First Baptist Church of Holly, 15030 N. Holly Rd.)
Wear your costume. All ages welcome. Hay ride, candy, bounce house, refreshments, face painting, games, puppets, dunk tank. Free Event.

Lake Orion/Orion Township, Michigan
October 14th, 6:30p-8:30p
Boo Bash in Orion Township/Lake Orion is on October 14th from 6:30p-8:30p at Friendship Park. Halloween fun for all ages! Boo Bash promises an evening of hayrides, cider and donuts, trick-or-treat street, face painting, pumpkin decorating, carnival games and a bounce house. Registration required. Click here for more info/registration info.

Lake Orion, Michigan
October 15th, 11a
Lake Orion Pumpkin Launch
The 2011 Lake Orion Pumpkin Launch will be held on Saturday, October 15th at Orion Oaks County Park at 11a.

Lake Orion, Michigan
October 22nd, 2p-5p
Halloween Parade at the Ehman Center. 55 Elizabeth Street Lake Orion MI 48362.

Lake Orion, Michigan
Friday, October 28th, 10a
Halloween Stories and Parade at the Orion Township Public Library
Wear your costume and join the ORPL for stories at 10:00 am or 10:40 am. Everyone will parade through the library at 10:20 am.

Leonard, Michigan
October 21st noon - October 23rd noon
Boo Bash II
This popular event repeats with campground fright night, the Haunted Horror House, trick or treating, mini pumpkin craft, puppet show, face painting, inflatable bouncers, hayrides, costume DJ dance and scary stories. Specific schedule of activities is posted at the park. Or, call the park directly at 248-693-2432.

Lyon Twp, Michigan
October 22nd, noon
Lyon Oaks Dog Park Howl-O-Ween
Share Halloween fun with fellow dog lovers! Bring your dog, in costume or not, and have a howlin’ good time with contests for best doggie costume, activities for dogs, pet demonstrations, adoptions and vendors and special keepsake photos. Annual Vehicle Permit or daily park pass is required for entry.

Milford, Michigan
October weekends from noon-4p
Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides
Kensington Metropark Farm Center (2240 W. Buno Road, Milford, MI 48380). Take a hayride to and from the farm's pumpkin patch where you can pick your perfect Jack-O-Lantern pumpkin. Hayride fees are: adults $5, children and seniors $3, children 2 years and younger free. Pumpkins are priced according to size. For more information, please call 248-684-8632 or 1-800-477-3178. 

Milford, Michigan
October 8th and 9th from noon-4p each day.
Fall Festival
Fall Festival at Kensington Metropark. Event will be held at the Kensington Metropark Farm Center.

Milford, Michigan
October 19th, 3:30p-5p
Edible Haunted Houses at the Milford Public Library.
Graham Crackers, icing, candy and more. Come create edible haunted houses you can take home.

Milford, Michigan
October 20th at 10a
Fun on the Farm Halloween Party
Fun on the Farm Halloween Party at Kensington Metropark. Event will be held at the Kensington Metropark Farm Center. Contact: 248-684-8632 or 800-477-3178 for more info.

Milford, Michigan
October 24th at 4p
Milford Community Fall Picnic & Movie
Held at Central Park in Milford.

Milford, Michigan
October 25th, 10:30a-11:15a
Not-so-scary Monster Mash at the Milford Public Library.
Join the Milford Public Library for stories, songs, and other Halloween-related activities. The Milford Public Library will have a costume parade throughout the library starting at 11:05. Pre-registration required. Registration begins 2 weeks before the program.

Milford, Michigan
October 26th, 7p-7:45p
Spooky Stories at the Milford Public Library.
Enjoy Halloween spooky stories, poems, activities, and a special craft. Donuts and cider will be served after the stories and activities. Costumes are encouraged but not required! Pre-registration required. Registration begins 2 weeks before the program.

Milford, Michigan
October 29th from 5-6p
Boo Bash
Halloween fun for Trick or Treaters in downtown Milford. Click here for details.

Northville, Michigan
September 30th 6-9p and October 1st from 10a-2p
Ghoultide Gathering
Top Halloween artists from across the country will exhibit and sell their original work at Mill Race Village (215 Griswold St, Northville, Michigan).

Northville, Michigan
October 11th-October 26th, 4:15p-5p at Northville District Library
Halloween Hullabaloo at High Jinks Hall
Once Upon a Puppet presents a lively puppet show with Witch Woo-Hoo, Captain Cavity, and his crew of crazy candy pirates! All ages. Due to space limitations, library activities cannot accommodate daycare, preschool, or after school care groups. 100 free tickets available at the Information Desk 5 minutes prior to the program. Tickets not available in advance.

Northville, Michigan
October 9th, 7-9:30p
Greetings From the Grave Seance
An Evening of Ghastly Ghost Stories and a Haunting Séance $35 each ticket ~ $40 at door
Mill Race Historical Village - 215 Griswold Street - Northville, MI. Click here for ticket info.

Northville, Michigan
October 21st, 7-10p
Northville Scavenger Haunt
A Scavenger Haunt that gives you clues which may lead you to some tricks or maybe some treats.  Not a race, but a historical and haunting trivia type of hunt through the town of Northville.  This is a spooktacular fun event for families and friends. $40 per person. Cady Inn  - Mill Race Historical Village 215 Griswold Street - Northville, MI. Click here for ticket info.

Northville, Michigan
October 25th, 4p - 5p Northville District Library
Halloween Crafts for Kids: Monster Masks
Children of all ages are invited to make a silly Monster Mask. No registration required, just drop in! Due to space limitations, library activities cannot accommodate daycare, preschool, or after school care groups.

Northville, Michigan
October 21st - October 28th
Halloween Pumpkin Contest at Northville District Library
Children of all ages are invited to guess the number of goodies in a jar for a chance to win Miss Mary's spectacular painted pumpkins just in time for Halloween! Winners chosen and contacted Saturday, October 29.

Northville, Michigan
October 29th, 1p-4p
Downtown Northville Trick or Treating.
Downtown will be decorated and our NEW Northville skeletons will be posed and ready for pictures. Join us for a chance to wear your costume, collect some treats and plenty of photo ops with our new fall displays

Novi, Michigan
October 21st 6p-11p
Haunted House Tour
Join Novi Parks staff as we embark on a spooky tour of three area haunted houses! We will board a bus at the Novi Civic Center and prepare to scream the night away! Don’t miss out on this night of horrors!  Recommended for ages 13-17. Cost is $50 for residents and $60 for non residents. (248) 347-1010.

Novi, Michigan
October 30th, 3p-4:50p
Spooky Skate at the Novi Ice Arena. 42400 Arena Drive, Novi, MI 48375, (248) 347-1010. $4 for residents/$5 for non-residents. Prizes for best costumes. Costumed skaters receive discount.

Novi, Michigan
October 30th, 4p-8p
Sweet and Sassy Halloween Bash
Sweet and Sassy in Novi is having its annual Halloween Bash for boys and girls on October 30th from 4-8p. Free Sweet Treats and Candy, Goodie Bags, Dance Party, Costume Contest On the Runway and more. Click here for details and ticket info.

Oxford, Michigan
October 17th, 7:00-8:30p
Great Lakes Tales & Lighthouse Ghost Stories at the Oxford Library
Our shores and lakes attract stories of old Indian legends, tales of wandering ghosts from lost ships, sightings of ghost ships and accounts of sea monsters. Lighthouses seem to attract many a story of paranormal activity. Come listen to a few of these stories and learn more about the lives of lighthouse keepers.

Oxford, Michigan
October 27th, 6p-8:30p
Dewey's Halloween Coffee House at the Oxford Library
Come have some Halloween fun! Join DJ Bill Pearson and do the Monster Mash. Win door prizes and enjoy Halloween refreshments. Costumes are optional and you will want to bring your camera. This event a good way to meet your neighbors.

Oxford, Michigan
Halloween, 6p-8p
Christ the King Church (1550 W Drahnger Rd) is hosting a Candyfest Party that includes candy, dj entertainment, hayrides, laser tag and a life-sized Candyland game. Kids are encouraged to dress up in non-scary attire.

Rochester, Michigan
October 8th, Time 10a-4p and lighting from 7p-9p
Van Hoosen Farm Pumpkin Festival
Van Hoosen Farm's Pumpkin Festival returns on October 8th to the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farms (1005 Van Hoosen Road Rochester Hills, Michigan 48306). The event during the day is packed with activities for the kids, including pumpkin bowling and their own pumpkin that could be carved while at the festival or taken home. Click here for details, photo gallery, video and review.

Rochester, Michigan
October 14th, 7p-10p
Mystery Dinner at Meadow Brook Hall
An engaging evening of murder, mystery and mayhem at Meadow Brook. This fun event includes a three-course meal, cocktails and a chance to solve the mystery. Tickets are $75 per person. Reservations are required. Please call (248) 364-6263 for more information.

Rochester, Michigan
October 21st, 22nd and 23rd
2011 Halloween Hoot
The 2011 Halloween Hoot will be at Dinosaur Nature Preserve (333 North Hill Circle,
Rochester, Michigan 48307). Click here for more info and schedule.

Rochester, Michigan
October 22nd, 4p-5:30p/5:30-7p for hayrides
Trick or Treat in Downtown Rochester
The streets of Rochester will come to life with little ghouls and goblins. Children will enjoy trick-or-treating at downtown merchants and will then meet at the corner of Water Street and E. University for a costume parade. New to the event this year are hayrides. Jump on the wagon departing from the Fire Department between 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.  Rides are free and kids should be accompanied by a parent.

Rochester, Michigan
October 27th, 7-8:30p
Great Lakes Tales & Lighthouse Ghost Stories at the Rochester Public Library
Our shores and lakes attract stories of old Indian legends, tales of wandering ghosts from lost ships, sightings of ghost ships and accounts of sea monsters. Lighthouses seem to attract many a story of paranormal activity. Come listen to a few of these stories and learn more about the lives of the lighthouse keepers. Library registration required.

Rochester, Michigan
October 22nd, 8a-1p
Trick or Treat at the Rochester Farmers Market

Rochester Area Jaycees present Friendly Monster at Rochester Park
October 8th, 2011 from noon-4p
Rochester Municipal Park
400 Sixth St.
Rochester, Michigan 48307
Kids get to tour the Rochester Jaycees' Tunnel of Terror in the daylight without the frights for $2 or 2 non-perishable goods for donation. My kids have done this every year since they were 2 years old and it is a great introduction Halloween fun!

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 1st, 4p-6p
Trick or Treat Trail at Bloomer Park
Kids can enjoy a hayride, cider & donuts, meeting their favorite make-believe characters and more at Trick or Treat Trail. Tickets are $8 per person at the offices of RARA (248-656-8308) or $15 the day of the event.

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 15th, 2-4p
Hayrides with Cider Donuts at the Village of Rochester Hills (104 N. Adams Rd)
Donations from this event go to Rainbow Connection

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 22nd, 2-4p
Pumpkin Patch and Carving/Decoration Station at the Village of Rochester Hills (104 N. Adams Rd)
Donations from this event benefit the YMCA.

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 27th, 6-9p
Halloween Family Fun Party
Chili's in Rochester Hills is celebrating Halloween with a Halloween Family Fun Party on October 27th from 6-9p. Kids can dress up in their Halloween costumes and eat for free (with the purchase of an adult entree). Click here for more info on the event!

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 29th, 6:30p-8p 
Michigan Ballet Theatre Harvest Masquerade Costume Party at the Rochester School of Dance
Michigan Ballet Theatre's Harvest Masquerade Costume Party includes a full evening of fun with food, crafts, music and dancing. Be sure to wear your favorite costume. Ticket prices: $10 adults, $6 children (age 10 and under), $30 family. Advance ticket purchases only - available at both studio offices.

Rochester Hills, Michigan
October 29th, 2-4p
Halloween Spooktacular at the Village of Rochester Hills (104 N. Adams Rd) 
Family Parade & Halloween Scavenger Hunt. At Whole Foods your family can enjoy a complimentary apple provided by Whole Foods and pick up their Village Scavenger Hunt form.  When your family has completed their scavenger hunt, turn the completed form into The Children's Place and be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Village gift card.

Royal Oak, Michigan
October 1st and 2nd 10a-? 
Fall Festival at the Detroit Zoo
The Detroit Zoo celebrates the change of seasons with the annual Fall Festival Saturday and Sunday, October 1 and 2. The two-day festival features live entertainment, children’s activities, hayrides and seasonal food. All activities take place in the Main Picnic Grove from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine.  Entrance to the Fall Festival is free with regular Zoo admission. There are additional fees for the children’s activity areas and hayride. Contact www.detroitzoo.org for more info.

Royal Oak, Michigan
6p-8p evenings of October 14-16, October 21-23 and October 28-30
Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo
The Detroit Zoo’s annual “merry-not-scary” Zoo Boo celebration features a festively decorated half-mile trick-or-treat trail through the front of the park. Contact www.detroitzoo.org for more info.

Royal Oak, Michigan
October 30th, 2-4p
Spooktacular
Downtown Royal Oak presents the 28th Annual Spooktacular event for the whole family! Parents are encouraged to bring their children in their Halloween costumes for trick-or-treating at downtown businesses. Enjoy trick-or-treating, face and nail painting, pumpkin bowling and more.

Shelby Township, Michigan
October 7th-9th
Halloween Theme Camping at Stony Creek Metropark
Stony Creek Metro Park is taking reservations for a special Halloween-themed camping weekend from October 7th to October 9th. Families can enjoy camping, trick or treating, fall colors a nightly bonfire and more. Click here for details!

Shelby Township, Michigan
October 22nd, noon-2p
Naturally It's Howl 'O' Ween at the Stony Creek Nature Center
Join us for an afternoon of games and crafts. Break open a piñata, pet a slithery snake and meet some other "creepy" critters! Don’t forget to wear your costume. Preregistration required. Event Fee: $5 per child/$3 per adult. Contact: 586-781-9113.

Southfield, Michigan
October 12th, 7p
Haunted Michigan – The Spirit Hunter and the Skeptic at the Southfield Public Library.
Ghosts, spirits, paranormal events — are they real or do they have another explanation? Investigate this further in a dual-speaker presentation about hauntings and investigating the paranormal. Contact the Library for more info.

Southfield, Michigan
October 27th, 28th and 29th from 6:30p-8:30p
Boo at the Burgh
Boo at the Burgh returns to Burgh Historical Park. Burgh Historical Park located on the northeast corner of Civic Center and Berg Road. Click here for more details and a preview of Boo at the Burgh.

Southfield, Michigan
October 27th, 6:30p-8:30p
Halloween Happiness
Oakland County Parks and Recreation is hosting a fun Halloween social for adults with developmental disabilities at Southfield Civic Center. Dinner, music and dancing for $9 per person. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Southfield, Michigan
October 29th, 2-3p
Halloween Hullabaloo at the Southfield Public Library. Come in your costume to celebrate Halloween with a funtastic story time and make a Halloween craft to take home. Ages: Preschoolers - 2nd graders. Location: in Southfield Library Meeting Room.

South Lyon, Michigan
October 27th 6p-8p
Downtown Trick or Treating

South Lyon, Michigan
October 29th, 1-2p
Halloween Hoopla at the South Lyon Public Library

Mr. Bee's Big 3-D Adventure Barn - Erwin Orchards & Cider Mill
61475 Silver Lake Road,
South Lyon, Michigan
248-437-0150
website
Mr. Bee's Big 3-D Adventure Barn is a visually striking kids Halloween attraction that is a must-see for young children. Prices: $4 per person or $5.50 for glasses, cider and a donut. It officially opens on August 26th and prices are Buy 1 Get 1 free for everybody for the first three days only (August 26-28). Click here for a full review and photo gallery of Mr. Bee's Big 3-D Adventure Barn. Click here for a review of Erwin Orchards & Cider Mill.

Erwin Orchards & Cider Mill
Children's Spooky Barn
61475 Silver Lake Road,
South Lyon, Michigan
248-437-0150
website
Erwin's has a "Children's Spooky Barn" that runs Labor Day Weekend through Halloween and  features light-hearted scares for the pre-2nd grade crowd for $2 (accompanying adults are free). This barn is geared for the young child and the young at heart! Walk through and view animated rooms. Wheelchair accessible.
Click here for a review of Erwin Orchards & Cider Mill.

Troy, Michigan
October 29th, 1-3p
Trick or Treat: Legends, Tall Tales & Heroes, Historic Village. (Zion Church, 3668 Livernois)
The legends and heroes of history are coming to the village this year for a very friendly (not scary) Halloween event. Children trick-or-treat from building to building and listen to tales told by Paul Bunyan. $5, FREE for costumed trick-or-treaters 12 and under when accompanied by an adult.

Waterford, Michigan
October 15th, 10:30a-11:30a
Students will be painting and decorating small pumpkins for the fall holidays at the Waterford Township Public Library. Registration begins Saturday, October 8.

Waterford, Michigan
October 30th, 1-4p
Halloween Race  
Halloween Race at Waterford Oaks BMX Track. Registration 1-2:30 p.m.; Race by 3 p.m.

White Lake, Michigan
October 15th,
The Great Pumpkin Hunt at Indian Springs Metropark. Contact Contact: 248-625-6640 or 800-477-3192 for more info. Event will be held at the Environmental Discovery Center.

Wixom, Michigan
October 22nd, noon-4p
Howl-o-ween
Dogs are encouraged to dress in costume and have a howlin’ good time at Oakland County Parks and Recreation’s Howl-o-ween Bash at Lyon Oaks Dog Park in Wixom. Click here for event details.

Wixom, Michigan
October 29th, 10a
Halloween Happening at the Wixom Public Library.
trick or treating throughout the Library, face painting, cider and donuts, a fun craft and special guest The Balloon Meister. Geared towards families with children ages 2-10.


The 2011 OCM Trick or Treat Guide to Halloween in Oakland County is brought to you by Doc Sweets' Candy Company in Clawson.

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