Halloween in Madison 2017

halloween-costume-conceal-wine-stainsHere’s a list of major Halloween-related events taking place in and around Madison. Keep in mind that many bars will have their own parties and costume contests.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Thursday, Oct. 26

  • Trick or TrEAT Halloween Bash ($15/$20): Come support the River Food Pantry at its party that will feature live music, a raffle and Ale Asylum beer.

Friday, Oct. 27

  • Downtown Trick or Treat (free): If the kiddos didn’t get enough trick-or-treating at State Street businesses on Wednesday, they can head to Middleton and do it all over again from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 34 locations.
  • Halloween Spooktacular (free): Yes, this is an egg hunt in October, and it starts at 5:45 p.m. at Winnequah Dream Park in Monona. Afterward, enjoy an outdoor movie with free popcorn.
  • Fall Fest (free): Stay in Monona and head to the Aldo Leopold Nature Center from 5:30-7:30 p.m.. Take part in family-friendly activities such as a costume parade and “sweet” science experiments.
  • A Freakin’ Halloweekend ($10): The High Noon Saloon hosts this two-day event in which local bands dress up as their favorite “mega-bands.” Examples include the Kissers as the Pogues on Friday and the Shabelles as U2 on Saturday. Shows start at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 28

  • Spook-tacular Halloween Bash (free): Design your own candy bag from 9:30 a.m. – noon at the DreamBank.
  • Freakfest ($10 advance/$15 at the gates): Madison’s official Halloween party takes place from 7 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. on State Street. This year’s headliners include DRAM and George Clinton. If you want to save a few bucks, head to the bars early, before the gates on State Street are erected.
  • 80s vs. 90s Halloween Costume Ball ($10): The almost-monthly 80s vs. 90s party is always popular, but the Halloween version is always really popular. Dress up as a TV/movie character or music icon to participate in the costume contest. Doors open at 8, and I recommend arriving soon after.

Sunday, Oct. 29

  • Halloween at the Zoo (free): Activities include face painting and a pumpkin-decorating contest from 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the zoo.
  • Trick or Treat on Monroe Street (free): You’ll probably need to drive to hit all the shops that will hand out treats from noon-4 p.m. along a lengthy stretch of Monroe Street.

Tuesday, Oct. 31

  • Baby’s First Halloween (free with admission): Take the little ones to this costume contest and dance party from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Madison Children’s Museum.
  • Hilldale-o-Ween (free): Kids in costumes can trick-or-treat at participating retailers from 4-8 p.m.
  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show ($8/$10): Let’s do the time warp again! The cult classic starts at 9 p.m. at the Majestic.

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