Halloween in Oshkosh

Besides the changing weather, Halloween is one of our favorite parts of October. Oshkosh knows how to celebrate Halloween, with plenty of creepy, kooky, mysterious, spooky, and all together spooky events for all ages. Here’s a list of things to look forward to this Halloween in Oshkosh! P.s. Oshkosh's trick-or-treating takes place on Halloween, Friday, October 31st, from 5:00-7:00pm!

Zooloween Boo at Menominee Park Zoo

Take part in trick-or-treating, children’s games, family entertainment, costume contests, and so much more at the Zooloween Boo event happening Saturday, October 18th at 11am-3pm. This event will be at Menominee Park Zoo. Enjoy food trucks, games and more!

Downtown Trick-or-Treat at the Market

Calling all ghosts, goblins & ghouls! Dress up in costumes and head to the Oshkosh Farmers Market on Saturday October 25th for tons of treats and fun! Vendors and participating downtown businesses will be handing out candy and treats during the market from 10am-12pm.

Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Celebrate and explore Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with your Oshkosh Public Museum! Learn about this celebration through traditional music, participate in our community ofrenda (altar) by bringing family photos and making handmade marigolds, and more on October 11 from 10am-4:30pm. This event is free and open to the community!

Sweet & Spooky Local Fall Treats

Oshkosh is the perfect place to satisfy your sweet tooth. Our local shops have plenty of treats, not tricks, in store for Halloween. Check out our guide about local Halloween goodies from Oshkosh favorites like Tamara’s, Caramel Crisp, Oshpop, and more to get an idea of what’s in store this Halloween.

Brews In The Zoo

A night out for the adults on Friday, October 17th from 5pm-9pm at the Menominee Park Zoo - it's Brews in the Zoo! Dress up in your best costume and enjoy live music and local craft beer from Fox River Brewing Company, Fifth Ward, Bare Bones and Lee Beverage. If you get hungry don't worry food truck will be there as well. Costume contests categories include: Best Budget Costume, Laziest Costume, Most Creative Costume, Best Makeup Award, Best Couple Costumes, and Best Group!

Southside Halloween Bash!

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 24th! Kids of all ages are welcome at the 2nd annual Southside Halloween Bash at St. Jude the Apostle Church. Enjoy walking the trunk or treat to collect candy. Go inside for hotdogs, nachos, and other treats while playing games and participating in a variety of contests.

Glow in The Park Not So Spooky Halloween Edition

Beginning October 16th through November 2nd experience Glow In The Park in a whole new moon light. Gather your ghoulish friends and come experience our Not So Spooky Halloween Edition. With a special playlist of fun and festive music, play your way through our Halloween decorated course that is sure to have your inner monster come out. (This event was not created to be scary, however it may not be suitable for young children. Parental discretion advised.)

Harrison Street Zombie Crawl!

Join Karmali's Bar & Grill, Retros, Ginger Snap, Cheatin Heart and Deb's Spare Time for the Harrison Street Zombie Crawl on Saturday, October 25th beginning at 2pm!

The Macabre Market

Check out The Macabre Market at Venue 404 on October 24th from 6-9pm! Indulge your dark side for an evening of all things odd, goth, and Halloween with 20+ local artists, makers, and businesses.

- Booths filled with art, gothic decor, medieval metal work, steampunk inventions, diy projects, and more!
- Tarot card readings.
- Spooky treat by Sweet Jules Bakes.
- Curated music and vinyl from Eroding Winds Record Shop.
- Gothic-themed selfie display by To Die for DIY.
- Signature cocktails & mocktails from Venue 404.

Halloween Extravaganza at Ardy & Ed's Drive In

Get your best 1950s costume out for Ardy & Ed's very first Halloween Extravaganza!! Enjoy games, contests and more starting at 5pm-7pm on Wednesday, October 29th. Bring your cars - or your classic rides - decorate your trunk, hand out candy, and enter for a chance to win prizes! Wear your best 1950's costume get up to be entered to win free root beer for a year!

Halloween Cookies & Cocktails

You'll have a chance to cover decorating basics, and you'll create 6 edible masterpieces to fit a Halloween theme at Sturgeon Spirits on October 30th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm! (Every work of art is a masterpiece, especially those you can eat!) You'll also learn how to make an incredible cocktail (or mocktail)!

Fox Cities Roller Derby Monsters Brawl at Oshkosh Arena

Get ready for a spine-chilling showdown at the Oshkosh Arena as the Midwest’s fiercest roller derby skaters bring holy terror to the track! On November 1 at 5:00PM wear your costumes and screams are guaranteed at this Halloween-themed skate!

Did we miss any spooky events? Let us know in the comments! If you’re interested in the supernatural year-round, consider visiting one of these haunted locations in Oshkosh. As always, share your fun with Discover Oshkosh on Facebook and Instagram for a chance to be featured!

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