Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and Kenosha is making a whole weekend out of it!
Whether you're looking to show off your costume, enjoy some family-friendly fun, catch a spooky performance, or dance the night away, there's plenty happening around the Kenosha Area on Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31. From haunted tales and midnight movies to Halloween parties, live music, and even a little axe throwing in the dark, we've rounded up some of the ways you can celebrate. So grab your costume, gather your favorite ghouls, and let's see what's happening around Kenosha this Halloween weekend!
A Little Pre-Halloween Fun for the Kids!
Can't wait until Halloween weekend? The Kenosha Public Library has some spook-tacular fun planned for families with children!
On Wednesday, October 28, head to the Northside Neighborhood Library from 6–7 PM for Halloween Spooktacular!, featuring a pumpkin-themed storytime, games, crafts, activities, and a costume parade.
Then, on Thursday, October 29, the Halloween fun continues at the Southwest Neighborhood Library from 5:30–6:30 PM with Monster Mash Halloween Bash, featuring games, a costume parade, and more fun for the little monsters!
Both events encourage families to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes and get into the spooky spirit a little early!
Friday, October 30: The Halloween Fun Begins!
Poe's Nightmares at The White Lilac
If you enjoy a good scary story, especially one that gets inside your head, this might be the perfect way to kick off Halloween weekend.
On Friday, October 30, The White Lilac welcomes Maggie Speer and a guest artist for Poe's Nightmares, an evening of live storytelling featuring three of Edgar Allan Poe's most haunting works: The Tell-Tale Heart, The Raven, and The Black Cat.
These aren't your typical bedtime stories! Expect an intimate evening filled with suspense, mystery, and just the right amount of Halloween chills.
Guests are encouraged to come in costume and will receive a complimentary beverage.
When: Friday, October 30, 8–9:30 PM
Where: The White Lilac, Sixth Avenue, Kenosha
Admission: $24.45
Event Link: Click here
Let's Do the Time Warp Again! The Rocky Horror Picture Show
It's not Halloween weekend without a little Rocky Horror!
The Rhode Center for the Arts is bringing back the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, complete with shadow casting and plenty of audience participation.
If you've never experienced Rocky Horror with a live shadow cast, Halloween weekend might be the perfect time to see what all the excitement is about.
And for longtime fans, you already know what to do!
When: Friday, October 30, at 7 PM and midnight; Saturday, October 31, at 7 PM and midnight
Where: Rhode Center for the Arts, Downtown Kenosha
Event Link: Click here:
Vamos a Bailar Halloween Social at Kenosha Creative Space
Who says Halloween has to be all about scares? Sometimes it's about getting dressed up and hitting the dance floor!
Kenosha Creative Space is hosting its monthly Vamos a Bailar social with a Halloween twist on Friday, October 30.
The evening begins with an 8 PM salsa lesson led by Tor, followed by social dancing until midnight. Enjoy salsa, bachata, cumbia, and more, with music and lighting provided by DJ Sonido Destructor.
There will also be food available for purchase from a local vendor and a Halloween costume contest, with the winner announced at 11 PM.
When: Friday, October 30, 8 PM–midnight
Where: Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street
Admission: $10
Event Link: Click here:
Flash Tattoo Event at Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods
Looking for something a little different to kick off Halloween weekend? How about some fresh ink?
Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods in Downtown Kenosha is hosting a flash tattoo event with artist Hannah Copeskey on Friday, October 30.
Whether you've been thinking about getting a tattoo or just want to add something new to your collection, this could be a fun way to celebrate Halloween weekend
!
Appointments are available in 90-minute time slots, with a $10 fee to reserve your spot. Stop by Olafson & Porter to book your appointment. Cash and cards are accepted.
When: Friday, October 30, 12:30–8:30 PM
Where: Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods, 5000 Seventh Avenue, Downtown Kenosha
Booking Fee: $10
Event Link: Click here
Saturday, October 31: Halloween Day!
Halloween is finally here! And whether you're celebrating with the kids during the day or heading out for a night of costumes and cocktails, there's something for just about everyone.
Family-Friendly Halloween Fun
BookoWeen at Studio Moonfall
Calling all book lovers, little monsters, and Halloween enthusiasts!
Studio Moonfall in Downtown Kenosha is bringing back BookoWeen, its spookiest book festival of the year, on Saturday, October 31.
Visitors can meet guest authors, explore the graveyard of books, play games, and shop for books by local writers.
And don't forget your costume! Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite book characters for a costume contest.
The first 100 attendees will receive goodie bags filled with tricks and treats, and there will be special trick-or-treat bags for kids heading out for their Halloween candy adventures downtown.
There's also Princess Story Time with Belle, stories from Grandpa about the wilderness, and even a visit from the Dancing Witches, who apparently have a few tricks up their sleeves!
When: Saturday, October 31, 11 AM–7 PM
Where: Studio Moonfall, 5031 Seventh Avenue
Admission: FREE
Event Link: Click here
Halloween Day Freak Show at The Final Girl
Step right up, if you dare!
The Final Girl is transforming its parking lot into an all-ages Halloween freak show, complete with creepy carnival fun and some unusual entertainment.
Families can enjoy a free afternoon featuring a bed-of-nails act, juggling, Lyra hoops, a mystic, spooky characters, and plenty of Halloween surprises.
Costumes are encouraged, so bring the whole family and get ready for something a little out of the ordinary!
And once the sun goes down, The Final Girl has more entertainment planned for older audiences. We'll get to those shows in a bit!
When: Saturday, October 31, 2–5 PM
Where: The Final Girl, 7546 Sheridan Road
Admission: FREE for the all-ages afternoon carnival
Event Link: Click here
A Bear-y Cute Pumpkin Painting at Pinot's Palette
Not every Halloween activity needs to be scary!
Pinot's Palette in Pleasant Prairie is hosting Little Brushes: A Bear-y Cute Pumpkin Painting, a family-friendly painting class featuring an adorable teddy bear ready for fall.
It's a fun opportunity to spend time together, get creative, and bring home your own seasonal artwork.
When: Saturday, October 31, 11 AM–1 PM
Where: Pinot's Palette, 9020 76th Street, Suite E2, Pleasant Prairie
Admission: $27
Event Link: Click Here
One Last Weekend at Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm
If you're not quite ready to say goodbye to pumpkin season, you've still got time!
Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm is wrapping up its fall season on November 1, making Halloween weekend one of your last chances to enjoy the farm's autumn attractions.
Families can explore the painted pumpkin displays, take seasonal photos, visit the petting zoo, and enjoy activities such as hayrides, a corn maze, bounce pads, pedal carts, and more.
And of course, don't forget about those famous pumpkin farm cookies and apple cider donuts!
The painted pumpkin displays are free to enjoy, while other activities may require admission or additional fees.
When: Friday, October 30, 4–9 PM; Saturday, October 31, 10 AM–9 PM
Where: Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm, 7150 18th Street
Admission: Prices vary by activity
Event Link: Click here
Halloween Night: Costumes, Cocktails & Live Entertainment
Once the sun goes down, Kenosha's Halloween celebrations take on a whole new life!
Ghost-O-Rama Halloween Party at Union Park Tavern
Things are getting spooky in Kenosha's Arts District!
Union Park Tavern is hosting its Ghost-O-Rama Halloween Party beginning at 5 PM on Halloween night.
The festivities include tarot card readings, Witches in Motion, a costume contest, spooky cocktails and treats, and live music from Ash Can School beginning at 8 PM.
And since it's Union Park Tavern, you can also enjoy something delicious from the tavern's award-winning scratch kitchen before the evening entertainment gets underway.
When: Saturday, October 31, starting at 5 PM; live music at 8 PM
Where: Union Park Tavern, 4520 Eighth Avenue
Event Link: Click here
Glow Throw Halloween Party at Hold My Beer
Ready to take your Halloween celebration to another level?
Hold My Beer in Downtown Kenosha is turning down the lights and turning up the fun with its Halloween Glow Throw!
Guests can experience blacklight axe-throwing lanes, glowing axes, and optional glow-in-the-dark balloons that explode with confetti.
There will also be Halloween-themed cocktails, costumes, and a costume contest with a $50 gift card grand prize.
And here's another reason to dress up: guests who arrive in costume can receive a free drink with a qualifying purchase of $10 or more per person, per drink.
Reservations are encouraged to secure your spot.
When: Saturday, October 31, starting at 7 PM
Where: Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street
Event Link: Click here
Halloween Party at Station on 6th
Looking for a Halloween party with live music, drink specials, and plenty of costumes?
Station on 6th is getting into the spirit with a Halloween celebration featuring live music by Boys and Toys, a costume contest, and drink specials.
Grab your friends, put together your best costume, and get ready for a night of Halloween fun in Downtown Kenosha.
Best of all, there's no cover charge!
When: Saturday, October 31, starting at 7 PM
Where: Station on 6th, 5703 Sixth Avenue
Admission: FREE
Event Link: Click here
Halloween VIP Party at The Apis
Looking to dress up and enjoy a Halloween night out in Downtown Kenosha?
The Apis is hosting a Halloween VIP Party on Saturday, October 31, with great drinks, a costume contest, and plenty of Halloween fun!
Grab your friends, put on your best costume, and enjoy a night out at one of Downtown Kenosha's unique dining and entertainment destinations.
VIP tickets are $15 plus tax and gratuity, and your first drink is included with admission. Limited hotel packages are also available for those looking to make a full Halloween night of it!
When: Saturday, October 31, doors open at 9 PM
Where: The Apis Restaurant, 614 56th Street, Downtown Kenosha
Admission: $15 plus tax and gratuity (approximately $18 listed)
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The Brat Stop Halloween Costume Contest
Think your Halloween costume has what it takes to win some serious cash?
The Brat Stop is bringing back its Halloween Costume Contest, and there's $3,500 in cash prizes up for grabs!
The top three prizes are:
First Place: $2,000
Second Place: $1,000
Third Place: $500
There will also be recognition for categories including Best Group, Best Couple, Scariest, Funniest, and Sexiest.
Add in live music, drinks, and plenty of creative costumes, and you've got a Halloween party with some serious competition!
When: Saturday, October 31; doors open at 7 PM
Where: The Brat Stop, 12304 75th Street
Admission: $20; ages 21 and older
Event Link: Click here
A Night at the Circus: Halloween at The Final Girl
The Final Girl isn't stopping with its free afternoon carnival!
Halloween night brings two ticketed cabaret experiences for older audiences, both inspired by the strange and unusual world of the circus.
Welcome to the Circus — A Creepy Cabaret (Ages 16+)
The first show features singing, lip-sync performances, and drag entertainment hosted by Hugo Balls, Emo Knievel, Veronica Vaughn, and Serena Nyx.
Doors open at 6 PM, with the show beginning at 7 PM.
Tickets are listed at $20, with limited seating available.
Event Link: Click here
Cirque du Freak Show (Ages 21+)
Later in the evening, the circus takes a more adult turn with a drag and burlesque extravaganza featuring the same hosts and an evening of eerie entertainment.
Doors open at 9:30 PM, and the performance begins at 10 PM.
General admission is $25 in advance or $30 at the door. VIP options are also available, with limited seating.
Event Link: Click here
Both shows take place at The Final Girl, 7546 Sheridan Road.
Make a Weekend of It in Kenosha!
One of the best things about Halloween falling on a Saturday is that you don't have to squeeze all the fun into one night.
You can spend Friday enjoying live storytelling, dancing, or a midnight movie, then head out Saturday for a day of family activities, Downtown shopping, and Halloween celebrations.
And if you're visiting the Kenosha Area for the weekend, why not make a little extra time to explore? Grab a bite at a local restaurant, visit some Downtown shops, and enjoy everything the community has to offer during one of the most festive weekends of the year.
Whatever your Halloween plans may be, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate in Kenosha!
For more upcoming events, visit the Visit Kenosha Events Calendar.
Event details, admission prices, and schedules are subject to change. Check with individual organizers for the latest information and ticket availability.
