Compiled By Catherine Engstrom-Hadley | Staff Writer
Illustrations By Kaitlyn Carr | Contributor
DATE NIGHT
Halloween Celestial Origins
Learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” Attendees will explore the night sky and learn which planets, constellations and stars will be out on Halloween night. Admission is $5 a person, making this a fun and affordable date night for two.
Eastern Michigan University Planetarium | 100 College Place, Ypsilanti
Oct. 29, 8-9 p.m.
Frog Island Park Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
Take a date to see the Halloween film-favorite, “Hocus Pocus.” The movie will be projected on a staged amphitheater. Bring a blanket or chairs to cuddle up on. This event is free.
Frog Island Park | Rice St. and Cross St., Ypsilanti
Oct. 24, 7 p.m.
Halloween Concert
For over forty years, University of Michigan’s symphony and philharmonic orchestra celebrate the Halloween season through music. Graduate conducting students lead more than 125 costumed musicians for this thrilling and spooky concert. Come in costume or as you are to enjoy the sounds of Halloween with these musicians. Reserved seating is $8 to $12.
Hill Auditorium | 915 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor
Oct. 27, 4:30 p.m.
WITH KIDS
Annual Treat Parade
Take the trick or treating downtown! Local merchants welcome young costumed characters to the neighborhood with treats and greets. Participating merchants will have black and orange balloons hanging in the front to make them easy to spot. Families are also invited to stop by the Ann Arbor District Library downtown branch from 10-11:30 a.m. for a Halloween party to kick off the day with stories, puppets and treats.
Downtown Ann Arbor | 303 Detroit Street, Ann Arbor
Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Caramel Apples & Pumpkin Bowling
Costume contests, delicious caramel apples and pumpkin bowling will all be happening at Wurster Park this Halloween. This family-friendly event is free and a great Manchester Tradition.
Wurster Park | 215 W Main St., Manchester
Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m.
Treat Street Block Park
Come celebrate all things Halloween at the Depot Town block party! Carnival games, candy prizes, pumpkin bowling, cake walks and a family-friendly movie will be available for free. Bring a blanket or chairs for the movie, which will be shown outside.
Ypsilanti Freighthouse | 100 Market Place, Ypsilanti
Oct. 26, 4-8:30 p.m.
FUN WITH FRIENDS
Halloween Day of the Dead Party
Get down to three long sets of funky jams for listening and dancing pleasure and compete in costume contests with prizes for first, second and third place. There’s no cover to get in, but donations are accepted at the door.
Ziggy’s | 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Nov. 1, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Boylesque Drag Halloween Party and 8th Year Anniversary
Boylesque is back! Ring in the Halloween weekend with performances from local performers, and special guest Shae Shae Lareese. This event is for ages 18 and up. The cover charge is $7 for patrons 21 and up, and $9 for under 21-year-olds.
The Tap Room | 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Oct. 26, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Circ Fundays: Harry Potter Halloween
Wand-making, pumpkin carving, butterbeer, snacks and more await attendees. Come dressed as your favorite wizard for the costume party. This event is all ages with a $5 admission fee. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
The Circ Bar | 210 S. First St., Ann Arbor
Oct. 27, 12-4 p.m.
Spooky Playlist
Creepy and catchy songs to play in the witching hours
Compiled By Claire Convis | Staff Writer