Precocious teen Harper finds a mysterious creature in the woods and sneaks it into their room, where cynical Viv is crashing for the summer. But when Harper and Viv's moms start being even weirder than usual, the kids must uncover the truth and save themselves before it's too late. Written...
Come join Helping Paws for our second annual FREE Trunk-or-Treat! Enter your family-friendly decorated trunk or costume (both people and dogs) for your chance at fabulous prizes, all while supporting assistance dogs in your community. Open to the public, and well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome.
TRUNK OR TREAT 2026Join us for a FREE evening of safe, family fun! Wear your favorite costume and come on out for an afternoon of fall fun and lots of candy. We can't wait to see your costumes and to welcome so many cool visitors! Saturday, October 17, 2 pm...
With a full line-up of colorfully lit floats, this parade is always a crowd favorite. The parade starts at 7 PM at the corner of 1st Ave and Main Street. Afterwards walk over to City Hall for our annual bonfire with food trucks and the Anoka Halloween Merchandise Tent! Spaces...
A true treasure of an event that will be returning this fall – more details to come!
Get ready for a frightfully fun fall tradition at Tricks and Treats, where Halloween magic comes to life with kid-friendly activities, live entertainment, seasonal treats, character encounters, and festive decorations throughout the park. It's the perfect way for families to celebrate the season together.
Precocious teen Harper finds a mysterious creature in the woods and sneaks it into their room, where cynical Viv is crashing for the summer. But when Harper and Viv's moms start being even weirder than usual, the kids must uncover the truth and save themselves before it's too late. Written...
Public viewing will be October 23th & October 24th and again October 30th & 31st from 6:30pm-9:30pm Anoka Halloween Inc would like to thank ALL this years participants and appreciate all the time and effort put into creating these incredible displays. *The contest was open to addresses within a 5-mile...
Stop by the Anoka Halloween gift shop for official Halloween Capital of the World mugs, apparel and spooky souvenirs. The shop also features a small museum sharing how Anoka earned its famous title.
Local school children march through our historic Main Street Join us in celebrating our elementary students participation in Anoka Halloween’s oldest tradition. Marching bands and costumes for all to enjoy. Click HERE to view the 2026 parade map.
A downtown tradition returns this October! Downtown Trick or Treat is on Friday, October 23, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Bring your little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses (age 12 and under) to Downtown Elk River for an afternoon of safe, family-friendly fun. Local businesses and organizations welcome trick-or-treaters while...
We invite your family to join us at our annual Trunk or Treat! Come enjoy candy, cider, popcorn, games and more! Cars will be decorated with various themes and/or festive decor and handing out candy and other treats. Open to the community! Dress up and bring your own bag or...
Put on your best costume and join us for a night of kid-friendly Halloween fun including trick-or-treating, a dance party with live DJ, costume parade, activities, crafts, games and more! Plus, the entire museum will be open for play during the event. Price includes museum admission, a trick-or-treat bag and a night...
The great pumpkin gutting is a whole lot more fun when done with power tools! There's only so much you can do with a kitchen knife - but options are endless with MTL's tools at hand! Bring your friends/family to Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative for a few hours of gourd fun...