Halloween in the D celebration continues with family-friendly activities across the city

2024
  • Family-friendly activities offered at Detroit parks and recreation centers across the city
  • Trunk-or-treat activities at Police precincts and Fire stations on Halloween night
  • City seeks block clubs and community groups to volunteer by supporting trunk-or-treating at police precincts and fire stations
  • Recreation plans a night of spooky fun Oct. 26 and fall activities Nov. 2

 

The City of Detroit continues its tradition of Halloween in the D with a host of fun, family-friendly and, sometimes, spooky activities during the week surrounding Halloween - Oct. 26, Oct. 31 and Nov. 2.  Led by the Department of Neighborhoods, the City is still soliciting sponsors, candy donations and volunteers for a series of special events, Halloween parties, and trunk-or-treat locations at police stations and fire stations.

Most of the Halloween in the D events will take place Oct. 31.  Additional Halloween-themed events include ScareFest on Oct. 26 at Palmer Park and Fall Fest on Nov. 2 at Farwell Recreation Center.

“Halloween in the D has become one of the most beloved traditions in the city and it just gets better every year,” said Mayor Mike Duggan. “Tens of thousands of children across the city, will make memories at our parks, recreation centers, police stations and fire houses that will last them a lifetime. We are so grateful to all the sponsor and volunteers who make Halloween in the D possible each year.”

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Halloween in the D continues to grow in popularity since it was first introduced in 2018. During Halloween in the D in 2023:

  • Total Pieces of Candy Distributed / 1 million+
  • Total Amount of Money Donated / $94,950
  • Total Number of Volunteers / Nearly 600
  • Attendance at the Two Park Events /20,000
  • Attendance at Recreation Centers Events / 20,000

Residents’ Assistance Still Needed
While the City is taking care of most of the planning and logistics, there are still some things residents can do to support the Halloween in the D celebration.  Residents are encouraged to volunteer to decorate a car for trunk-or-treat at police precincts and fire stations.

How to Get Involved 
For more information on activities or to volunteer, visit www.halloweeninthed.org or call (313) 224-4415.  

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Corporate Sponsors Still Needed for Halloween Effort
The City is still soliciting businesses to sign up as sponsors, donate candy and support Halloween events. Mayor Duggan also thanked this year’s sponsors, who have provided $40,000 in cash and in-kind donations so far. Major Contracting is the lead sponsor with a donation of $7500. "At Major Contracting, we are proud to support the Detroit community we’ve been part of for many years. By donating to Halloween in the D, we aim to bring joy to families across the city and celebrate the vibrant spirit of Detroit,” said Daniel Scappaticci, Major Contracting Vice President. “Giving back to our community is a core value, and we’re excited to be a part of this amazing event making this Halloween fun and memorable for Detroit’s children.”

Title Sponsor

  • Major Contracting                                                        

Other Sponsors

  • DeAngelis Diamond
  • Rocket Companies
  • Skillman Foundation
  • Michigan Recreational Construction Inc. (MRC)
  • Giorgi Concrete,
  • WSP
  • DTE Energy
  • GAA
  • Detroit Thermal
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • SER Metro Detroit
  • CNS Healthcare
  • Congregation Detroit

Companies and organizations that want to sign up as Halloween in the D sponsors or volunteers should send an email to [email protected] or call (313) 236-8521.
 

HALLOWEEN IN THE D EVENT DETAILS

CANDY, CANDY AND MORE CANDY! – October 31

Trunk-or-Treat events at Detroit Police precincts and other activities are set for on Oct. 31.  The 2nd and 4th Precincts will hold their events at a recreation center.

  • 2nd Precinct from 5-7 p.m. at Adams Butzel Complex, 10500 Lyndon
  • 3rd Precinct from 4-7 p.m., 2875 W. Grand Blvd. (parking lot in rear of building)
  • 4th Precinct from 4 – 7 p.m. at Patton Recreation Center, 2301 Woodmere
  • 5th Precinct from 4- 8 p.m., 3500 Conner St.
  • 6th Precinct from 5-7 p.m., 11450 Warwick
  • 7th Precinct from 5–7 p.m., 3501 Chene (Scott bet. Chene & Dubois adjacent to precinct)
  • 8th Precinct from 5- 7 p.m., 21555 W. McNichols Road
  • 9th Precinct from 5- 7 p.m., 11187 Gratiot
  • 10th Precinct from 5-7 p.m., 12000 Livernois
  • 11th Precinct from 5-7 p.m., 5100 Nevada
  • 12th Precinct from 4- 8 p.m., 1441 W. Seven Mile Road

Detroit Fire Department Trunk-or-Treat Locations October 31 from 5 – 7 p.m.
NOTE: Several fire engines will be located at recreation centers on Halloween.

  • Fire Engine House 30, 16543 Meyers Road
  • Fire Engine House 33, 1041 Lawndale St
  • Engine House 39 at Walker Williams Recreation Center, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd.
  • Fire Engine House 41, 5000 Rohns
  • Fire Engine House 54 at Crowell Recreation Center, 16630 Lahser
  • Fire Engine House 55, 18140 Joy Road
  • Fire Engine House 56 at Farwell Recreation Center, 2711 E. Outer Dr.
  • Fire Engine House 58, 10801 Whittier

RECREATION CENTERS TO HOST ACTIVITIES – Oct. 31 at various times

The Parks & Recreation Division is planning a variety of activities for children and teens at 12 recreation centers on Oct. 31. Activities include haunted houses, carnival games, trunk-or-treat, picture station, arts-n-crafts, face painting, DJs and more.  Contact the recreation center for exact times.

  • AB Ford Recreation Center, 100 Lenox (313) 628-1197
  • Adams/Butzel, 10500 Lyndon (313) 628-0990
  • Butzel Family, 7737 Kercheval (313) 628-2100
  • Clemente, 2631 Bagley (313) 224-0228
  • Crowell, 16630 Lahser (313) 628-2047
  • Farwell, 2781 E. Outer Drive (313) 628-2028
  • Heilmann,19601 Crusade (313) 224-9334
  • Joseph Walker Williams Center, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd. (313) 628-2039
  • Kemeny, 2260 S. Fort St. (313) 628-2819
  • Lasky, 13200 Fenelon (313) 628-2030
  • Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers (313) 578-7500
  • Patton, 2301 Woodmere (313) 628-2000

HALLOWEEN PARK EVENTS
Along with the Halloween parties and trunk-or-treat events on Halloween, the City is sponsoring events on Oct. 26 and Nov. 2.

ScareFest | Oct. 26 from 6 - 10 p.m. | Palmer Park, 910 Merrill Pl.
Palmer Park will transform into a place of fun and fright for children and adults with the Zombie Trail of Terror, thrill rides, Fear Factor/Mystery Eats, haunted dinosaurs, dragon face painting, inflatables, entertainment, food trucks, vendors and more.

Detroit residents can also take advantage of early voting at a vote center at Palmer Park.

Fall Fest | Nov. 2 from 1 - 5 p.m. | Farwell Recreation Center, 2711 E. Outer Drive
Fall Fest features carnival rides/games, hay and pony rides, petting zoo, paintball, rock climbing, zip lining, mobile entertainment, a coat giveaway and food trucks and vendors.

Detroit residents can also take advantage of early voting at a vote center at Farwell Recreation Center.

Go to halloweeninthed.org for details on all of these events.

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For photos from Halloween in the D 2023 events, go to: https://www.flickr.com/photos/detroitcitygov/albums/72177720312366311/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/detroitcitygov/albums/72177720312360170/