Top Halloween Activities in Minnesota for 2024
Halloween in Minnesota is more than just trick-or-treating! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for haunted houses or want a fun and spooky experience for the whole family, Minnesota has Halloween activities for everyone. Check out some of the best Halloween activities happening around Minnesota in 2024.
1. ValleySCARE at Valleyfair
Looking for a spine-tingling adventure? Valleyfair turns into ValleySCARE, complete with haunted mazes, scare zones, live shows, and thrilling rides under the moonlight. Perfect for those who love the thrill of a scare!
Where: Shakopee, MN
When: Select nights through Halloween
2. The Dead End Hayride
The Dead End Hayride is one of Minnesota’s scariest attractions, featuring haunted trails, hayrides, and jump scares that will leave you trembling. If you’re up for a night of frights, this is the place to be.
Where: Wyoming, MN
When: Late September through Halloween
3. Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo
For a more family-friendly Halloween experience, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo showcases thousands of intricately carved pumpkins. Each one is uniquely designed, from spooky to whimsical, and lit up for a magical nighttime experience.
Where: Apple Valley, MN
When: October 6 – November 5, 2024
4. Scream Town
If you’re a fan of haunted houses, Scream Town is a must-visit. With multiple haunted attractions and terrifying actors, this experience is sure to leave your heart racing. From eerie forests to creepy clowns, Scream Town takes haunted experiences to a whole new level.
Where: Chaska, MN
When: Weekends through October
5. Anoka Halloween Capital of the World
Anoka, MN, takes Halloween seriously as the official “Halloween Capital of the World.” The city offers family-friendly parades, ghost tours, haunted houses, and pumpkin contests. It’s perfect for those looking for a more community-centered celebration.
Where: Anoka, MN
When: Throughout October
6. Phantom’s Feast at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
Step back in time for a spooky dinner experience at the Phantom’s Feast. This Halloween-themed dinner includes ghost stories, magical performances, and eerie ambiance, making it a unique way to celebrate the season.
Where: Shakopee, MN
When: Select nights in October
7. Halloween Tours at the Glensheen Mansion
Duluth’s historic Glensheen Mansion becomes even more mysterious during Halloween season. Take a night tour and explore the haunted history and ghostly legends of this stunning estate, all while enjoying the spooky ambiance.
Where: Duluth, MN
When: October
8. Trail of Terror
Minnesota’s largest Halloween event, Trail of Terror, offers everything from haunted houses to escape rooms, spooky trails, and even zombie paintball. Whether you want a mild scare or full-blown terror, this event has it all.
Where: Shakopee, MN
When: October weekends through Halloween
9. Terror Trolley Ghost Tour
For a haunting history lesson, hop on the Terror Trolley in Minneapolis. This ghost tour takes you through the city’s haunted landmarks and shares the eerie stories behind them. It’s perfect for those who prefer spooky tales over jump scares.
Where: Minneapolis, MN
When: Select nights in October
10. Wabasha Street Caves: Lost Souls Tour
St. Paul’s Wabasha Street Caves are not only a piece of Minnesota history but also rumored to be haunted. The Lost Souls Tour dives into the ghostly legends and unexplained phenomena that have been reported in these historic caves.
Where: St. Paul, MN
When: October
Minnesota is packed with Halloween events that cater to every scare level, from family-friendly pumpkin displays to haunted hayrides and ghost tours. No matter how you like to celebrate, there’s something spooky waiting for you this Halloween season. If you are looking for more FALL fun, head HERE. 👻
