Downtown Milwaukee is brewing a cauldron of spooktacular fun for ghouls and goblins of all ages! From festive seasonal lights and interactive displays to haunted mini golf and costume parties, there are plenty of ways to soak up the spooky season and enjoy all its tricks and treats.
(Family Friendly)
Haunted Mini Golf
Featuring a 9-hole haunted mini golf experience with live DJs, food, drinks, and spooky surprises.
Where: Henry Maier Festival Park | 200 N. Harbor Drive
When: October 29-31
Highlights: Halloween attraction | Food & Drinks | Ticket purchase required
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/barsrecreationinc/2430129
“Halloween Harmonies’’ Pajama Jamboree
Join Festival City Symphony for Halloween Harmonies, a free, family-friendly concert featuring spooky favorites and beloved movie music! Wear your costume or coziest pajamas for a fun-filled evening of orchestral music on Wednesday, October 28 at 7pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center.
Where: Marcus Performing Arts Center – Bradley Pavilion | 929 N. Water Street
When: Wednesday, October 28th | 7pm – 8pm
Highlights: Free admission | Family-friendly | Live music
Sugar Skull
A bilingual/bicultural musical for young audiences and families that uses traditional regional music and dance to explain Día de Muertos.
Where: Marcus Performing Arts Center – Uihlein Hall | 929 N. Water Street
When: Friday, October 30 | 7pm
Highlights: Family-friendly
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/070064CF9FE27507
Halloween Village presented by Baird
Visit Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons for a free, festive fall experience featuring giant Halloween displays, interactive lights, and seasonal photo ops.
Where: Baird Center | 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue
When: Through November 1
Highlights: Lighting display | Photo ops | Free
Halloween in the Streets
Enjoy old time frights and festive fall sights in the Streets of Old Milwaukee, where replica turn-of-the-century Halloween decorations, vintage Museum collections items, and seasonal props have been added to several of the businesses and homes.
Where: Milwaukee Public Museum | 800 W. Wells Street
When: Now through November 1
Highlights: Family-friendly | Photo ops
Tickets: https://www.mpm.edu/plan-visit/ticket-prices
(Restaurant Events)
Halloween Tea at The Pfister
Enjoy a wickedly elegant Halloween Afternoon Tea at The Pfister Hotel on Saturday, October 31! Sip custom-blended teas, savor seasonal sweets and spooky treats, and take in stunning Milwaukee and Lake Michigan views from Blu on the 23rd floor.
Where: The Pfister Hotel | 424 E. Wisconsin Avenue
When: Saturday, October 31 | 11am to 2pm
Highlights: Elegant tea experience | Halloween-inspired menu | Ticket purchase required
Tickets: https://www.exploretock.com/the-pfister-hotel/event/602536/halloween-tea-at-the-pfister?aff=oddtdtcreator
(Bar Events)
Milwaukee Zombie Crawl – Halloween Bar Crawl
Celebrate Halloween starting with all-access entry to 10+ bars, nightclubs, and lounges.
Where (check-in): Uncle Buck’s | 1125 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
When: October 30-31 | 7pm to 2am
Highlights: Dinner | Drink Specials | Ticket purchase required
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/milwaukee-zombie-crawl-halloween-bar-crawl-8-bars-oct-30th-31st-tickets-1996112764011
Spirits Above the River: Halloween Party
Enjoy your Halloween night out above the Milwaukee River with live entertainment and haunting cocktails.
Where: Upper Bar | 111 E. Kilbourn Avenue, Suite 210
When: Saturday, October 31 | 4pm to Close
Highlights: Rooftop bar | Live music | Halloween cocktails
Halloween Happy Hour
The Explorium Brewpub is hosting a Halloween-themed Happy Hour with a live performance by Tommy O’detto! Enjoy live music, drinks, and great vibes.
Where: The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward | 143 W. St. Paul Avenue
When: Saturday, October 31 | 5pm to 7:30pm
Highlights: Live music | Halloween raffles | Spirit Tasting | Happy Hour
(Entertainment)
CosDoom Party
Celebrate Halloween with CosDOOM, a night of costume-inspired comedy featuring hilarious improv games and stand-up sets! Come dressed up or just enjoy the spooky chaos and laughs.
Where: Interchange Theater | 628 North 10th Street
When: Friday, October 30 | 7:30pm
Highlights: Games | Improv | Stand-up comedy | Ticket purchase required
Tickets: https://events.mketix.com/events/cosdoom-party-10-30-2026
Scare in the Square Family Scavenger Hunt
Cathedral Square Park is undergoing a spooky makeover as East Town Association presents its inaugural Scare in the Square scavenger hunt. Follow the clues to discover hidden gems and visit participating businesses for your chance to win amazing prizes.
Where: East Town
When: Through November 9
Highlights: Games | Family-friendly | Free to play
To Play: easttown.com/scare-in-the-square-2026-official-family-scavenger-hunt
