It’s time to celebrate all things spooky. Whether you’re up for big scares and haunted adventures, or just want to show off your best costume and indulge in some Halloween candy, there are Halloween events happening all month long for everyone in Rochester, Minnesota.
Halloween events for Kids & Teens
Creatures of the Night
October 17-18, 2025 from 4:20 - 8:00 p.m.
Head to Quarry Hill park and cave for a family friendly evening in nature. Encounter costumed creatures - a bat, skunk & a racoon, each with a tale to tell about their night life. They are friendly and funny with just a touch of fright.
History of Halloween Animals
October 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Learn about why certain animals are associated with Halloween and have an opportunity to touch one of these animals!
Boo at the Zoo
October 25, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate HallZOOween early at the zoo! There will be crafts, pumpkins, trick or treating, and other spooktacular fun to join in on.
Free Kids Halloween Event
October 26, 205 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
VFW | The Mess Hall Bar & Grill
Enjoy an afternoon filled with games, crafts, snacks, and lots of fun! Don't forget your Halloween costume for a parade at 2:30 p.m.
Keller Williams Trunk Or Treat
October 27, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
2765 Commerce Drive NW
Join Keller Williams Premier Realty for their annual, safe, and FUN Trunk or Treat event!
Sparktacular
October 30, 2025 from 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Dress up in your spooky best for the costume contest, create a Halloween themed magnet to take home, help paint the big pumpkin, take a family photo in the photo booth, and participate in numerous games and activities as your family explores the museum together.
Trunk or Treat at Peace United
October 31, 2025
Peace United Church of Christ
Trunks will be parked in the Peace United Parking lot and ready with candy and prizes and everyone is welcome to trick or treat without registration!
Trick-or-Treat at Forte Living
October 31, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Forte Living of Rochester (3955 Superior Drive NW)
Residents are eager to pass out candy in the community rooms and throughout the apartment community. There will be photo opportunities for those interested.
Halloween Events for the Whole Family
Various Art Classes at Art Heads Emporium
Dates vary throughout the month of October
Art Heads Emporium has a wide variety of spooky art classes throughout the entire month of October. Paint ghosts, pour spooky candles, make a ceramic Halloween lantern and much more with the guidance of experienced art instructors.
Hauntings with Hawk Ghost Tours
Fridays and Saturdays through November 15, 2025
Tours begin at Rochester Government Center
Dr. Hawk Horvath is South Eastern Minnesota's premier paranormal investigator. Join her on her famous tour around Rochester or Mantorville in Minnesota to learn all about the hauntings she has investigated. Tours are for ages 13+; minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Fright at the Farm and Haunted Hemp Maze
Select dates October 10-November 1, 2025 from 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Willow's Keep Farm (Zumbrota)
An indoor and outdoor haunted experience with a variety of attractions and mazes. Note: This event is recommended for ages 10 and up
Creepy Dolls Exhibition at History Center of Olmsted County
October 11-October 31, 2025
History Center of Olmsted County
An annual exhibit with new creepy dolls every year. Vote for your favorite creepy doll, with winners being revealed at the end of October.
Link Or Treat
October 21, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Second Street SW at 12 Avenue SW
Celebrate the construction of Link Bus Rapid Transit! Light refreshments, activities, and a spooky good time will be provided.
Haunted Basement
October 24, 2025 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Peace United Church (1503 2nd Avenue NE, Rochester, MN 55906)
Try not to scream as you journey through Peace’s Haunted Basement! Follow your ghoulish guide through old, dark hallways where zombies, ghosts, and monsters lurk around every corner.
It’s a frightfully fun night designed for ages 10 and up.
Coffee & Cauldrons - Trunk or Treat
October 25, 2025 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Northgate Center (1208 7th Street NW)
Apoth-A-Teas, The Prow Company, and Wicked Designs are teaming up for a Parking Lot Cauldron Party with games, treats, and coffee cauldrons, plus a Trunk Or Treat at 1pm.
Halloween Drag Queen Bingo
October 25, 2025 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Peace United Church of Christ
Host Anita Tiara and her Rochester drag family Gosh Alice Jones, Jayda Clyne, and Sidonia Dudval, bring their hilarious antics, outstanding talents, and huge hair to the church bingo hall.
Monster Bash Haunted House
October 31& November 1, 2025 from 7:00-10:00 p.m.
150 1st St NW, Harmony, MN 55939
The Monster Bash Haunted House in Harmony is different every year and supports local arts programs such as the Band, Choir, Theater and Fine Arts.
Halloween Events for Adults
Creepy Doll Contest 2025
October 10, 2025 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
History Center of Olmsted County
An adults-only reveal of the History Center of Olmsted County's annual Creepy Doll exhibit.
True Crime: Rochester Trolley Tour with Rochester Trolley & Tour Company
Select dates from October 10-November 1, 2025
Begins at UMR Student Center, 150 South Broadway Avenue
A guided trolley tour that explores infamous crimes that shocked the community, highlighting their historical context and long-lasting impact.
Ghouls' Night: An After-Dark Variety Show
October 11, 2025 from 7:00-10:30 p.m.
Haunt the taproom and experience a night of burlesque, drag, vocalists, and pole art performances; where humor, sensuality, and undeniable talent will give you and your friends reasons to scream.
Horrorthon Movie Marathon
October 17, 2025 from 9:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Pull an all-nighter with a dusk till dawn horror movie marathon at Pop's Art Theater with pulpy, cult, slasher, horror films
Rocky Horror Picture Show with Community Cast
October 24-November 1, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Returning to Pop's Art Theater from Oct 24th - Nov 1st, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975) with a LIVE community shadow cast. Give yourself over to absolute pleasure for an experience unlike any other!
Halloween Dance Band
October 31, 2025 from 7:30-11:00 p.m.
The evening starts with an hour-long dance lesson, followed by dancing to live music by the "Madison Parrish Ensemble", playing Chicago Blues, Jazz, and Pop Music.
Halloween Party at Kinney Creek
October 31, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - midnight
Kinney Creek Brewery is hosting a night of boos & brews in the taproom, with festive seasonal drinks, spooky vibes, and plenty of treats to go around. Costumes encouraged.
Scary Supper & Spirits
October 31, 2025 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
A four-course, exclusive culinary adventure where every bite has a surprise, and every sip is steeped in mystery.
Biggest Halloween Party in Rochester!
October 31, 2025 from 9:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.
Chip Shots is turning the bar/restaurant/pickleball courts/golf simulators all into ONE BIG NIGHTCLUB for one night!
Halloween Entertainment
October 31, 2025 from 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Live music, spooky spirits, and a costume contest you won’t want to miss!
The next big event is always just around the corner! Check out Experience Rochester’s Events Calendar for more things to do.