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Updated October 25
Looking for trunk-or-treat events near you in the Twin Cities? Find 2026 Halloween events in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Maplewood and surrounding Minnesota suburbs, with dates, times, locations and admission details.
Browse the schedule below for events this weekend and through Halloween. Many are free, and some include games, food and indoor activities.
Note: Event details are checked against organizer websites and public announcements. Check each event link before leaving for weather changes or cancellations.
More Halloween fun:
- Check out the 2026 Minnesota Halloween Displays Guide for decorated houses, spooky yard displays and Halloween lights throughout the state.
- Get a guide of Halloween events in Anoka, Minnesota, the Halloween Capital of the World.
- View this list of 31 recommended events happening in October.
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Tuesday, Oct. 27
Kowalski’s Boo Bash — All Locations
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Location: All Kowalski’s Markets
Bring the kids in costume for trick-or-treating around the store at Kowalski’s annual family-friendly Boo Bash.
YMCA Lakeville Trunk-or-Treat & Open House — Lakeville
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: YMCA Lakeville Early Childhood Learning Center, 16331 Kenrick Ave., Lakeville
Cost: Free; open to everyone
Enjoy trunk-or-treating and fall activities for kids. Families can also tour the early childhood learning center and meet its staff during the accompanying open house.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Academic Arts High School Trunk or Treat — West St. Paul
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Location: Academic Arts High School, 60 Marie Ave. E., Suite 220, West St. Paul
Wear your favorite costume and bring the family for decorated cars, candy, games and Halloween activities with the Academic Arts High School community.
So. 61 Cruzrs Car Show & Trunk or Treat — St. Paul Park
Time: Begins at 5 p.m.
Location: Vet’s Park, downtown St. Paul Park
Good To Know: Held rain or shine; costumes encouraged but not required
Check out the cars and bring the kids for trunk-or-treating at So. 61 Cruzrs’ Halloween car show. Collector cars and everyday vehicles are welcome to participate, with a trophy awarded for the best decorated car.
Shepherd of the Lake Trunk or Treat — Prior Lake
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, 3611 N. Berens Road NW, Prior Lake
Good To Know: Optional pizza dinner served from 5–5:45 p.m.; cash only
Visit decorated vehicles for treats and themed activities at this community event. Pizza dinners cost $20 per family or $7 per person and include two slices, cookies and a drink. Dinner is first come, first served.
Highview Christiania Trunk or Treat & Halloween Party — Farmington
Time: Begins at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Highview Christiania Lutheran Church, 26690 Highview Ave., Farmington
Good To Know: Free pumpkins for the first 50 kids; bring a dish for the community potluck
Dress in costume for trunk-or-treating, a Halloween party and a community potluck at Highview Christiania Lutheran Church.
River Valley Crosstown Trunk or Treat — Minnetonka
Time: Trunk-or-treating from 5:30–6:30 p.m.; calendar lists the event through 7 p.m.
Location: River Valley Church Crosstown campus, 10801 Red Circle Drive, Minnetonka
Good To Know: Non-scary costumes requested
Collect treats and enjoy inflatables, food, s’mores and other fall activities at River Valley’s Crosstown campus. Friends and neighbors are welcome.
Grace Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Andover
Time: 5:30–6:55 p.m.
Location: Grace Lutheran Church, 13655 Round Lake Blvd. NW, Andover
Collect treats from decorated vehicles and enjoy food and games with Grace Lutheran’s congregation and youth. The church’s Wednesday worship service follows at 7 p.m.
Memorial Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Afton
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Memorial Lutheran Church, 15730 Afton Blvd. S., Afton
Bring your ghosts and goblins to Memorial Lutheran Church for its annual trunk-or-treat celebration.
NorthBrook Trunk or Treat — North Branch
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: North Branch Outlets, 38500 Tanger Drive, North Branch
NorthBrook Church hosts its annual trunk-or-treat event at the outlet mall. Visit decorated trunks for candy, with interactive games at some stops and apple cider available.
YMCA University of Minnesota Trunk-or-Treat & Open House — Minneapolis
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center at the University of Minnesota, 326 16th Ave. SE, Minneapolis
Cost: Free; open to everyone
Bring the kids for trunk-or-treating and fall activities near the University of Minnesota campus. An open house gives families a chance to explore the learning center and meet its staff.
Discover Church Trunk-or-Treat — Brooklyn Park
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Discover Church, 1400 81st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Collect candy, play games and join a dance party with My Day DJ. A hot dog stand will raise money for the church’s youth group.
Hope Community Church Trunk or Treat — Cottage Grove
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Hope Community Church south parking lot, 8300 Hyde Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Cost: Free
Registration: Available through the event page
Bring the kids for decorated trunks, candy and games at Hope Community Church. The event is open to families throughout the community.
Minnetonka UMC Trunk or Treat — Minnetonka
Time: Begins at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Minnetonka United Methodist Church, 17611 Lake Street Extension, Minnetonka
Wear your costume and collect treats at Minnetonka UMC’s annual event. Come early for the church’s chili cookoff, which begins at 5:30 p.m.
Showcase Dance Annual Trunk or Treat — Elk River
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Showcase Dance, 19134 Freeport St. NW, Elk River
Cost: Free
Wear your Halloween costume for decorated trunks, a bounce house, a caramel apple bar and giveaways at Showcase Dance’s annual event.
Community United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat — Monticello
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Community United Methodist Church, 9225 Jason Ave. NE, Monticello
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Held rain or shine; bring canned soup to donate to the food shelf
Put on your costume and bring the whole family for an evening of trunk-or-treating at Community United Methodist Church.
Thursday, Oct. 29
YMCA Eagan Trunk-or-Treat & Open House — Eagan
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: YMCA Eagan Early Childhood Learning Center, 550 Opperman Drive, Eagan
Cost: Free; open to everyone
Celebrate fall with an afternoon of trunk-or-treating and activities for kids. Stay to tour the early childhood learning center and meet the staff during its open house.
Truck or Treat & Public Works Open House — Stillwater
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: Stillwater Public Works, 3325 Boutwell Road N., Stillwater
Meet the Stillwater Public Works team and enjoy sweet treats and Halloween activities during the city’s annual Truck or Treat and open house.
T&J Construction Trunk or Treat — Albertville
Time: 4:30–6 p.m.
Location: T&J Construction parking lot, 6737 Labeaux Ave. NE, Unit 3, Albertville
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Outdoor event
More than 50 St. Michael and Albertville businesses come together for a family-friendly trunk-or-treat celebration. A DJ provides music while families visit the participating trunks.
Corcoran Trunk or Treat — Corcoran
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park, 20200 County Road 50, Corcoran
Corcoran hosts its first city trunk-or-treat event at Heritage Park. Local businesses, organizations and community groups will decorate vehicles and hand out candy, small toys and other treats.
Cornerstone Early Learning Trunk or Treat — Hugo
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Cornerstone Early Learning Center, 4790 Rosemary Way N., Hugo
Wear your costume and bring a treat bag for an evening of trunk-or-treating at Cornerstone Early Learning Center.
Silverstar Coon Creek Trunk-or-Treat — Coon Rapids
Time: Begins at 6 p.m.
Location: Silverstar Car Wash, 2085 Northdale Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids
Cost: Free
Silverstar’s Coon Creek location welcomes families for an evening of trunk-or-treating. Ghosts, goblins, superheroes and princesses are all invited.
Mounds View Fall Festival — Mounds View
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Mounds View Community Center, 5394 Edgewood Drive, Mounds View
Cost: Free
Dress in costume for trunk-or-treating, a trick-or-treat street, games, crafts, a dance party and a bounce house at this community fall festival.
Dayton’s Halloween Spooktacular — Dayton
Time: Begins at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Cloquet Overlook Park, 13900 Dayton River Road, and the connecting trail to Elsie Stephens Park, Dayton
Walk the glowing Jack-O’-Lantern Pumpkin Trail, collect treats and warm up around bonfires. Families of all abilities are welcome, and a costume contest offers a chance to win prizes.
Friday, Oct. 30
Trunk or Treat on Eagle Creek Boulevard — Shakopee
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: 3150 Eagle Creek Blvd., Shakopee
Add an afternoon candy stop to your Halloween plans with this trunk-or-treat event on Eagle Creek Boulevard.
Salem Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Woodbury
Time: 4:30–6 p.m.
Location: Salem Lutheran of Woodbury, 7825 Bailey Road, Woodbury
Wear your costume and bring your treat bag for an evening of trunk-or-treating at Salem Lutheran of Woodbury.
Kiddie Academy Trunk-or-Treat — Edina
Time: 4:45–6:30 p.m.
Location: Kiddie Academy of Edina, 7711 Computer Ave., Edina
Cost: Free
Wear your costume for trunk-or-treating, face painting, activities and snacks. Community partners will hand out goodies for kids, and a police car will be on-site.
Primrose School of Andover at Crosstown Trunk or Treat — Andover
Time: Begins at 5 p.m.
Location: Primrose School of Andover at Crosstown, 15216 Bluebird St. NW, Andover
Cost: Free
Primrose welcomes the community for its annual trunk-or-treat event. Bring the kids in costume for an evening of Halloween fun.
Guardian Angels By The Lake Trick-or-Treating — Elk River
Time: 5–6:30 p.m.
Location: Guardian Angels By The Lake, 13439 185th Lane NW, Elk River
Bring your little ghosts, goblins, princesses and superheroes to collect treats and share smiles with residents at Guardian Angels By The Lake. Families from the community are invited to this annual Halloween celebration.
Trunk or Treat on Rice Street — Little Canada
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Location: Parking lot at 2600 Rice St., Little Canada
Bring the kids in costume for an evening of trunk-or-treating, candy and games at this family Halloween event.
New Brighton Pumpkin Walk — New Brighton
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Location: Veterans Park, 803 Old Highway 8, New Brighton
Cost: Free admission
Walk among glowing jack-o’-lanterns, collect candy at trunk-or-treat stations and dance with the Kidsdance DJ. The event also features a traveling petting zoo, live pumpkin carving and food trucks.
Mercy Hill Church Trunk or Treat — Minnetonka
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Mercy Hill Church, 15414 Minnetonka Industrial Road, Minnetonka
Bring the family for decorated trunks, candy, pizza and fall fun for kids of all ages. Costumes are welcome, and the church encourages families to invite friends and neighbors.
Trinity Trunk or Treat — Waconia
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church & School, 601 E. Second St., Waconia
Good To Know: Intended for preschool through fourth grade; non-scary costumes requested
Visit decorated trunks for candy and enjoy games on Trinity’s campus. Dinner will be available for purchase as a fundraiser for students’ Washington, D.C., trip.
East Bethel Lions and Seniors Trunk or Treat — East Bethel
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: 2241 221st Ave. NE, East Bethel
The Lions and East Bethel Senior Group host an evening of decorated cars, treats and Halloween fun for families. Costumes are encouraged.
St. Paul’s Trunk or Treat — Prior Lake
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School, 5634 Luther Road SE, Prior Lake
Cost: Free admission
Collect treats from decorated trunks at St. Paul’s annual community celebration. Food trucks will be on-site, and children can also play on the playground.
Elliot Park Halloween Block Party — Minneapolis
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Elliot Park, 1000 E. 14th St., Minneapolis
Celebrate Halloween with the Elliot Park neighborhood. Enjoy trunk-or-treating, carnival games, a photo booth, chili and apple cider.
Silverstar Green Haven Trunk-or-Treat — Anoka
Time: Begins at 6 p.m.
Location: Silverstar Car Wash, 630 Green Haven Parkway, Anoka
Cost: Free
Bring your trick-or-treaters to Silverstar’s Green Haven location for a family-friendly Halloween celebration.
Bark or Treat — Apple Valley
Time: Begins at 6 p.m.
Location: Johnny Cake Activity Center, 14255 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required
Good To Know: Halloween event for dogs and their humans
Dress your dog in a Halloween costume to receive a free treat and be entered to win a prize. Apple Valley Parks & Recreation hosts activities for dogs and people, along with promotional giveaways from pet vendors.
Rosebuds Trunks & Treats — Cottage Grove
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: Rosebuds Early Learning Center, 6875 Jamaica Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Cost: Free admission
Collect treats from trunks decorated by Rosebuds’ teachers and enjoy hot chocolate. Food trucks will offer dinner options, and costumes are encouraged.
Unity Minneapolis Indoor Trunk-or-Treat — Golden Valley
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Unity Minneapolis, 4000 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required to attend
Stay warm indoors while the kids parade from table to table collecting treats. The evening also includes music, games and photo stations. Costumes are encouraged.
Community of Nations Church Trunk or Treat — Roseville
Time: Begins at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Community of Nations Church, 2025 Skillman Ave. W., Roseville
Bring the family for candy, costumes, games and marshmallow roasting at Community of Nations Church’s trunk-or-treat event. Everyone is welcome.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Mauer Main Trunk or Treat — Anoka
Time: 9 a.m.–noon
Location: Mauer Main Chevrolet, 435 W. Main St., Anoka
Mauer Main hosts its first dealership trunk-or-treat event. Kids can collect candy from Chevrolet vehicles dressed up for Halloween, with costumes encouraged.
Centerville Trunk-or-Treat & Touch-a-Truck — Centerville
Time: 9:30–11 a.m.
Location: Centerville Elementary School parking lot, 1721 Westview St., Centerville
Cost: Free; the accompanying Halloween Hustle has separate fees.
Combine Halloween treats with a chance to explore vehicles from police, fire, public works and other community partners. Kids and parents can look inside and sit in participating vehicles.
Woodbury Baptist Church Trunk or Treat — Woodbury
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Woodbury Baptist Church, 6695 Upper Afton Road, Woodbury
Start Halloween morning with trunk-or-treating at Woodbury Baptist Church.
Dayton Elementary Fall Festival — Dayton
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Dayton Elementary School, 12000 S. Diamond Lake Road, Dayton
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Hosted for the Dayton Elementary community; school-appropriate costumes encouraged
Dayton Elementary PTO’s fall festival features trunk-or-treating, games, activities and Halloween treats for school families.
Apple Valley Trunk or Treat — Apple Valley
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Splash Valley parking lot, 14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley
Cost: Free.
Dress up and collect candy while moving from vehicle to vehicle. City vehicles and staff from multiple Apple Valley departments will be there for this daytime Halloween event.
Golden Valley Trunk or Treat — Golden Valley
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley
Start Halloween with a daytime trunk-or-treat stop at Golden Valley City Hall before heading out for evening festivities.
Willow Tree Winery Trunk or Treat — Ham Lake
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: Willow Tree Winery, 828 Constance Blvd. NE, Ham Lake
Cost: Free
Bring the family for candy, hayrides, fire trucks and Halloween fun at Willow Tree Winery. The event is open to the public.
Presbyterian Church of the Way Trunk or Treat — Shoreview
Time: 1–3 p.m.; sensory access begins at 12:30 p.m.
Location: Presbyterian Church of the Way, 3382 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview
Good To Know: Early access reserved for people with sensory needs
Visit decorated trunks for candy, treats and prizes, then vote for your favorite display. Costumes are encouraged.
Abiding Savior Trunk or Treat — Elk River
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Abiding Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, 12942 193rd Ave. NW, Elk River
Good To Know: Follow posted access signs around construction on County Road 44/Meadowvale Road
Dress in costume and visit treat stations in the church parking lot. After collecting your goodies, enjoy complimentary popcorn and lemonade.
Real Life Church Trunk or Treat — Roseville
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Real Life Church, 2353 Chatsworth St. N., Roseville
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Parking is limited; plan to park on the street
Wear your costume and bring a bag for candy at Real Life Church’s community trunk-or-treat event. Activities take place in the main parking lot off Grandview Avenue.
Wagner’s Halloween Spooktacular Trunk or Treat — Brooklyn Park
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Wagner’s Drive-In, 7000 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Celebrate Halloween with the Twin Cities Car Cruising Group at Wagner’s Drive-In. Bring the kids for treats and check out the participating vehicles. Drivers are encouraged to bring candy to share.
North Point Church Trunk or Treat — Coon Rapids
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: North Point Church, 10732 Hanson Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids
Cost: Free
Collect candy from decorated trunks and enjoy food, music and a photo booth at North Point Church’s community Halloween event.
Revolution Gymnastics Trunk-or-Treat — Rogers
Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
Location: Revolution Gymnastics, 14680 James Road, Rogers
Collect treats from decorated trunks at Revolution Gymnastics. Prosperity Grill will have food and drinks available, and participating trunk hosts can compete for Revolution gift cards.
Not-So-Scary Halloween Event — Bloomington
Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
Location: Embassy Suites Minneapolis Airport, 7901 34th Ave. S., Bloomington
Cost: Suggested donation of $5 per child at the door
Registration: Preregistration required for children; adults do not need to register
Good To Know: Designed for children with sensory sensitivities
Wear your costume and trick-or-treat on a designated hotel floor with rooms decorated by volunteers. Crafts, refreshments and a movie will also be available in the main-level ballroom.
Lutheran Church of Peace Trunk or Treat — Maplewood
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Lutheran Church of Peace parking lot, 47 Century Ave. S., Maplewood
Bring the kids in costume for Halloween afternoon trunk-or-treating in Lutheran Church of Peace’s parking lot.
Community Trunk or Treat at Sabathani — Minneapolis
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Sabathani Community Center parking lot, 310 E. 38th St., Minneapolis
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required
MNPOC Pride and Rainbow Roots host a community Halloween celebration with candy, music, photo opportunities, a costume contest and food trucks. Wear your costume and bring the kids for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating. Those handing out candy can bring a decorated vehicle and treats; setup begins at 1 p.m., and vehicles must be parked by 1:30 p.m.
Cross of Glory Trunk or Treat — Hopkins
Time: 3–4:30 p.m.
Location: Cross of Glory Church, 4600 Shady Oak Road, Hopkins
Bring the family to Cross of Glory’s parking lot for a community trunk-or-treat celebration on Halloween afternoon.
Mighty Fortress Church Drive-Through Trunk and Treat — Brooklyn Park
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Excell Academy front parking lot, 5800 65th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Cost: Free
Mighty Fortress Church hosts a drive-through trunk-and-treat event as part of its annual Save a Life Celebration. Head to the front parking lot at Excell Academy for this community Halloween event.
Maple Plain Community Trunk or Treat — Maple Plain
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 5190 Independence St., Maple Plain
Christ Lutheran Church of Maple Plain and Maple Plain Community Church team up for an afternoon of Halloween treats and community fun. Wear your costume and bring a candy bag.
Hope Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Minneapolis
Time: 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Hope Lutheran Church, 5200 Emerson Ave. N., Minneapolis
Cost: Free
Celebrate Halloween with candy, food and trunk-or-treating at Hope Lutheran Church in north Minneapolis.
Glendale UMC Trunk or Treat — Savage
Time: 5–6:30 p.m.
Location: Glendale United Methodist Church, 13550 Glendale Road, Savage
Stop by Glendale UMC’s parking lot for its annual Halloween trunk-or-treat event.
New Prague Lions Drive-Through Trunk or Treat — New Prague
Time: 5:30–7 p.m., or until candy runs out
Location: Raven Stream Elementary School parking lot, 300 11th Ave. NW, New Prague
Good To Know: Drive-through event
The New Prague Area Lions Club and local businesses host their seventh annual drive-through trunk-or-treat celebration on Halloween night.
Primrose School of The Lakes Trunk or Treat — Blaine
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Primrose School of The Lakes at Blaine, 2303 124th Court NE, Blaine
Get another evening out of those Halloween costumes with trunk-or-treating at Primrose School of The Lakes at Blaine.
City Hill Trunk ’n Treat — Eden Prairie
Time: 5:30–8 p.m.
Location: City Hill Church, 12901 Roberts Drive, Eden Prairie
Bring the kids in costume for City Hill Church’s Halloween evening Trunk ’n Treat celebration.
Rogers Halloween — Rogers
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Rogers Event Center, 12716 Main St., Rogers
Cost: Free
Parking: Gravel lot next to Dimaggio’s or community lot east of the fire station
Freedom Church hosts an evening of trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, giveaways, yard games, a bounce house and an indoor movie.
Saturday, Oct. 24
FYCC Halloween Trunk or Treat — St. Michael
Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Town Center Park parking lot in front of the playground and splash pad, 4320 Landmark Drive NE, St. Michael
Cost: Free
Wear your costume and collect treats from decorated trunks at this community event hosted by Family Youth Community Connections and local businesses.
Fourth Annual Halloween Bus Bash — Maple Grove
Time: Begins at 10 a.m.
Location: 11800 95th Ave. N., Maple Grove
Northstar Bus Lines and American Student Transportation host their fourth annual Halloween Bus Bash, bringing families together for a Halloween trunk-or-treat celebration.
Abiding Savior Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat — Mounds View
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 8211 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View
Celebrate fall with decorated trunks, treats, games and music. Families are welcome to dress in costume and enjoy a morning of Halloween fun.
Columbus Elementary Trunk or Treat — Forest Lake
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Columbus Elementary School, 17345 Notre Dame St. NE, Forest Lake
Good To Know: New hygiene-item donations support the local Community Closet
Wear your costume and collect treats from decorated trunks in the school parking lot at this event hosted by Columbus Elementary PTO.
First Covenant Church Trunk or Treat — St. Paul
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: First Covenant Church, 1280 Arcade St., St. Paul
Dress in costume and trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk at First Covenant Church on St. Paul’s East Side. Games and crafts round out the morning.
North Lakes Academy Trunk or Treat — Forest Lake
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: North Lakes Academy, 4576 232nd St. N., Forest Lake
North Lakes Academy welcomes families and community members for decorated trunks, trick-or-treating, games, food and treats. Costumes are encouraged.
VFW Post 8731 Trunk or Treat — Monticello
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: VFW Post 8731, 713 S. Cedar St., Monticello
Dress in costume for Halloween treats and activities at the Monticello VFW. Families can come for breakfast and stay for the trunk-or-treat event.
Hy-Vee Kids Club Trick or Treat — Brooklyn Park
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Hy-Vee, 9409 Zane Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Cost: Free
Wear your costume and collect treats throughout the store at Hy-Vee’s indoor Kids Club Halloween event. Check with your local Hy-Vee for specific hours.
Cub Kids Spooktacular — All Locations
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: All Cub grocery stores
Cost: Free
Wear your costume and head to your local Cub for trick-or-treating, cookie and pumpkin decorating, and other Halloween activities.
Holy Nativity Trunk or Treat — New Hope
Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon
Location: Holy Nativity Lutheran Church, 3900 Winnetka Ave. N., New Hope
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required
Collect treats in the church parking lot, jump in a bounce house and enjoy a free hot dog lunch. Grown-ups can stop at the iced coffee station, and children receive a goody bag while supplies last.
First Free Church Truck or Treat — Maplewood
Time: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: First Evangelical Free Church, 2696 Hazelwood St., Maplewood
Explore vehicles throughout the church parking lot while collecting candy. Kids can get a closer look at vehicles of different kinds, with opportunities to touch and climb aboard participating displays.
Medina Police Trunk or Treat — Medina
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Medina Police Department, 600 Clydesdale Trail, Medina
Visit decorated trunks hosted by local businesses and enjoy a costume contest and games. A pizza truck and coffee will also be available.
Halloween Trail Walk — Eagan
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Viking Lakes, 2685 Vikings Circle, Eagan
Cost: $6 per child; adults free with a food donation to The Open Door
Registration: Tickets available through the event page; on-site ticket sales from 12:30–1:30 p.m. only
Good To Know: Outdoor event held rain or shine
Wear a not-so-spooky costume and visit trick-or-treat stations, dance to the Monster Mash and play Halloween-themed games at Viking Lakes.
Woof & Witches Trunk or Treat — Big Lake
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Groom My Friend, 321 County Road 43 NW, Big Lake
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Pet-friendly event
Collect treats from more than 20 decorated trunks and enjoy face painting, bounce houses, games and photo opportunities. Costume contests include categories for people and pets, and food trucks will be on-site.
Walser Trunk or Treat — Burnsville
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Walser Subaru, Honda and Nissan dealerships, 14750–14900 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville
Cost: Free
Bring your little monsters to Walser’s dealerships along Buck Hill Road for Halloween treats. The community event spans the Subaru, Honda and Nissan locations.
Coborn’s Trick or Treat — Ramsey
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Coborn’s, 7900 Sunwood Drive NW, Ramsey
Good To Know: Indoor event. Other Coborn’s locations are hosting events. Check each location as hours vary.
Wear your costume and visit each department for a treat. Kids can also guess how many “pumpkins” are in the jar for a chance to win a prize.
Saron Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Big Lake
Time: Noon–2 p.m.
Location: Saron Lutheran Church, 311 Lake St. S., Big Lake
Bring the family for decorated trunks, Halloween treats, snacks and games at Saron Lutheran Church.
Essentials of Life Chiropractic Trunk or Treat — Andover
Time: Noon–2 p.m.
Location: Essentials of Life Chiropractic, 1777 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW, Andover
Bring the family for Halloween trunk-or-treating at Essentials of Life Chiropractic. The Andover Fire Department will make a special appearance.
Volkswagen of Inver Grove Trunk or Treat — Inver Grove Heights
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: Volkswagen of Inver Grove, 1325 50th St. E., Inver Grove Heights
Wear your favorite costume and collect Halloween treats at Volkswagen of Inver Grove’s afternoon trunk-or-treat event.
White Bear Mitsubishi Trunk or Treat — White Bear Lake
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: White Bear Mitsubishi, 3400 Highway 61 N., White Bear Lake
Collect treats and enjoy balloon animals from Untamed Magic, character cotton candy from Oppa Sweets and face painting by Sheree. Costumes are encouraged.
Rehbein Transit School Bus Trunk-or-Treat — Lino Lakes
Time: Noon–4 p.m.
Location: Rehbein Transit, 6298 Hodgson Road, Lino Lakes
Cost: Free admission; voluntary donations support local schools.
Parking: Park in the lot or along Hodgson Road and follow parking attendants’ directions.
Rehbein Transit’s fourth annual event features decorated vehicles, candy, big trucks, a bounce house and food trucks. Walk-through haunted buses return this year.
Stilo Cuts North Eagan Trunk or Treat — Eagan
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Stilo Cuts Barber Shop North Eagan, 1442 Yankee Doodle Road, Eagan
Stilo Cuts Barber Shop North Eagan teams up with the Minnesota State Chapter of the National Latino Peace Officers Association for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating.
Mount Hope Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Bloomington
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Mount Hope Lutheran Church, 3601 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington
Bring the kids in costume for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating at Mount Hope Lutheran Church in Bloomington.
Maple Grove Trunk or Treat Halloween Party — Maple Grove
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Maple Grove Community Center parking lot, 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove
Cost: Free.
Put on your favorite costume for decorated trunks, treats, costume contests and Halloween activities. This community event is open to all ages.
Columbia Heights Truck or Treat — Columbia Heights
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Huset Park East, 3965 Jefferson St. NE, Columbia Heights
Put on your costume and explore trucks and other vehicles at Columbia Heights’ annual Truck or Treat. Families can collect Halloween treats while visiting the vehicle displays.
Coon Rapids Square Trunk or Treat — Coon Rapids
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Coon Rapids Square, 3033 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids
Cost: Free
Collect candy from decorated trunks and enjoy free kids crafts, games and music. Wyldwolf Games & Cafe will offer lunch specials, and hot drinks will be available.
Free Grace United Trunk or Treat — Elk River
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Free Grace United, 829 School St. NW, Elk River
Cost: Free entry and activities
Collect treats from dozens of trunks, take a hayride through Lions Park and make fall crafts. Every child receives a free tote bag, and hot concessions will be available.
Halloween Spooktacular — Roseville
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Harriet Alexander Nature Center, 2520 Dale St. N., Roseville
Cost: $8 per youth participant; adults and children under 1 free
Registration: Preregistration required
Wear your costume for an afternoon of spooky games, crafts and trick-or-treating at Harriet Alexander Nature Center.
Church of Saint Paul Trunk or Treat — Ham Lake
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Church of Saint Paul, 1740 Bunker Lake Blvd. NE, Ham Lake
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Bring a nonperishable food donation for the North Anoka County Emergency Food Shelf
Enjoy candy, games, music, free hot dogs and fire truck tours. Costumes are encouraged, and everyone is welcome.
Community Trunk-or-Treat — Little Canada
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Pioneer Park, 2950 Centerville Road, Little Canada
Come in costume and trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk for prizes and treats. Hosted by the Little Canada Recreation Association, the city and local businesses, the event also features games and a bounce house.
All Saints Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Minnetonka
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: All Saints Lutheran Church west parking lot, 15915 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka
Try out your Halloween costume and collect treats from decorated trunks in All Saints’ west parking lot. Families from the community are welcome.
St. Paul Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Stillwater
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 609 S. Fifth St., Stillwater
Bring the kids in costume for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating, candy, food and community fun at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Good Shepherd Trunk or Treat — Burnsville
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 151 E. County Road 42, Burnsville
Registration: Preregistration is available through the event page to help you skip the lines.
Good Shepherd’s annual community event features candy and decorated trunks. Families can attend or sign up to host a trunk; the church supplies candy for participating hosts.
St. John’s Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Chaska
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 300 E. Fourth St., Chaska
Collect treats from decorated trunks and stay for games, prizes, snacks and a bounce house at St. John’s annual fall event.
Pine Grove Bible Church Fall Festival — Brooklyn Park
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Pine Grove Bible Church, 4000 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Enjoy trunk-or-treating, a comedic illusionist, a cake walk, pumpkin bowling and free hot dogs, nachos and cotton candy. Bring items to donate to CEAP to receive raffle tickets for prizes, including gift cards from local businesses.
Brooklyn Park Spooktacular — Brooklyn Park
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Zanewood Recreation Center, 7150 Zane Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required
Good To Know: No pets allowed
Dress in costume and collect treats along an outdoor trick-or-treat trail. Families can also enjoy inflatables, and the Eggroll Queen food truck will have food available for purchase.
Annunciation Trunk or Treat — Minneapolis
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Annunciation Catholic School, 525 W. 54th St., Minneapolis
Cost: Free; open to the community.
Head to south Minneapolis for decorated trunks, treats, pumpkins, a photo booth, first responder vehicles, food and activities. Neighbors and families from across the community are welcome.
Redemption Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Bloomington
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Redemption Lutheran Church, 927 E. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington
Good To Know: Allergy-friendly and non-candy treats available
Dress in costume and collect treats from decorated trunks at Redemption Lutheran Church. Families, friends and neighbors are welcome.
Living Hope Trunk or Treat — Shakopee
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Living Hope Lutheran Church & School, 8600 Horizon Drive, Shakopee
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Non-scary costumes requested; bring a bag for candy
Collect candy from decorated trunks, then head inside for games, a snack and a craft. This community event is open to all families.
Word of Peace Trunk or Treat — Rogers
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Word of Peace Lutheran Church, 21705 129th Ave. N., Rogers
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Activities move indoors if it rains; new or gently used coat donations welcome
Word of Peace’s 11th annual event features trick-or-treating, inflatables, crafts and activities. Coat donations collected with the Rogers Police Department support the Salvation Army Harbor Light Center.
Trunk or Treat With the City — St. Anthony
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Central Park parking lot between the fire station and Community Services/City Hall, St. Anthony
Meet staff from St. Anthony’s Police, Fire, Public Works and other city departments for an afternoon of Halloween treats and community fun. Costumes are encouraged.
NRH Plumbing Community Trunk or Treat — Elk River
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: NRH Plumbing, 10725 165th Ave. NW, Elk River
Cost: Free
NRH Plumbing brings local businesses and community members together for a family-friendly afternoon of trunk-or-treating.
Trunk or Treat at Salem — West St. Paul
Time: 3:30–5 p.m.
Location: Salem Lutheran Church, 21 W. Bernard St., West St. Paul
Cost: Free
Wear your costume and collect candy and treats from cars decorated for Halloween. Friends and family are welcome.
Transfiguration Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Bloomington
Time: 4–5:30 p.m.
Location: Transfiguration Lutheran Church west parking lot, 11000 France Ave. S., Bloomington
Bring the family for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating in Transfiguration Lutheran Church’s west parking lot.
Centennial UMC Trunk-or-Treat — St. Paul
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Location: Centennial United Methodist Church, St. Anthony Park campus parking lot, 2200 W. Hillside Ave., St. Paul
Cost: Free
Dress in costume and enjoy decorated trunks, candy, games, a petting zoo and bonfire pits. Families and friends are welcome.
East Union Trunk or Treat — Carver
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Location: East Union Lutheran Church, 15180 County Road 40, Carver
Put on your favorite costume and bring the family to East Union Lutheran Church for its annual trunk-or-treat celebration.
Meetinghouse Church Trunk or Treat — Edina
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Location: Meetinghouse Church, 6200 Colonial Way, Edina
Cost: Free admission; concessions and pumpkins available for purchase
Explore decorated trunks, play games, jump on inflatables and enjoy face painting. Families can also roast marshmallows around fire pits and visit a pumpkin patch benefiting Every Meal.
Trunk or Treat & Haunted Car Cruise — Oakdale
Time: Trunk-or-treating from 4–6 p.m.; dinner and awards from 6–7 p.m.; haunted car cruise from 7–8:30 p.m.
Location: The Burrow, 7053 10th St. N., Oakdale
Good To Know: Held rain or shine; costumes encouraged for kids and adults
The Haunted Oaks, Woodbury Wheels MN and The Burrow team up for an evening of candy, costumes and decorated cars. Vote for your favorite trunks, with $500 in Burrow gift cards awarded. Stay for dinner and awards, then join an optional haunted car cruise and scavenger hunt to The Haunted Oaks.
Trunk or Treat & Haunted Car Cruise — Oakdale
Time: Trunk-or-treating from 4–6 p.m.; haunted car cruise from 7–8:30 p.m.
Location: The Burrow, 7053 10th St. N., Oakdale
Good To Know: Held rain or shine
The Haunted Oaks, Woodbury Wheels MN and The Burrow team up for costumes, candy and decorated vehicles. Vote for your favorite trunks, then stay for dinner and awards before an optional car cruise and scavenger hunt.
Fleet Maintenance Truck or Treat — Eden Prairie
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Location: Fleet Maintenance south parking lot, 7140 Washington Ave. S., Eden Prairie
Cost: Free
Registration: RSVP through the event page
Good To Know: Food and toiletry donations support PROP’s Scare Away Hunger campaign
Check out big trucks, collect candy along Candy Lane and warm up with hot chocolate. The event also features door prizes and a costume contest, with judging at 5:30 p.m. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome, and there’s an award for best pet costume.
Nativity of Mary School Trunk or Treat — Bloomington
Time: 5–6:30 p.m.
Location: Nativity of Mary School south parking lot, 9901 E. Bloomington Freeway, Bloomington
Enjoy costumes, treats and food at Nativity of Mary School’s evening trunk-or-treat event. Festivities begin immediately after the church’s 4 p.m. Mass.
Third Rail Trunk or Treat — Big Lake
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Third Rail Bar & Grill back parking lot, 47 Lake St. S., Big Lake
Third Rail teams up with local businesses for an evening of trunk-or-treating in its back parking lot. Bring the kids in costume and a bag for their treats.
Running Aces Trunk or Treat — Columbus
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Running Aces parking lot, 15201 Zurich St. NE, Columbus
Cost: Free
Bring the family in costume for a parking lot filled with decorated vehicles, candy, games and crafts at Running Aces.
Sunday, Oct. 25
Forgotten Star Trunk or Treat & Classic Car Show — Fridley
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Forgotten Star Brewing, 38 Northern Stacks Drive, Fridley
Cost: Free
Check out classic cars and decorated trunks while the kids collect Halloween treats. Head into the taproom for story time and crafts from 10:30–11:30 a.m. All ages are welcome.
Messiah Trunk or Treat & Oscar Mayer Wienermobile — Plymouth
Time: 10:45 a.m.–noon
Location: Messiah Church, 17805 County Road 6, Plymouth
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Activities move indoors if weather requires
Collect candy from decorated trunks, play Halloween games and take photos with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Free grilled hot dogs will be available while supplies last.
Fridley American Legion Halloween Trunk-or-Treat — Fridley
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Fridley American Legion Post 303, 7365 Central Ave. NE, Fridley
Bring the kids in costume for the Fridley American Legion’s annual Halloween trunk-or-treat party.
Grace UMC & Spirit of Truth Fall Festival — Burnsville
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.; trunk-or-treating begins at 11 a.m., food served starting at noon
Location: Grace United Methodist Church, 15309 Maple Island Road, Burnsville
Grace United Methodist Church and Spirit of Truth Church host a fall festival with trunk-or-treating, food and indoor games. Adults and children are encouraged to wear costumes for this family Halloween celebration.
Twin Cities Pride Trunk or Treat — Minneapolis
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Loring Park, 1382 Willow St., Minneapolis
Twin Cities Pride brings decorated vehicles, candy and family activities to Loring Park for a community Halloween celebration. The organizer promises more cars, candy and activities for this year’s event.
Trick or Treat on Mainstreet — Stillwater
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Participating businesses in downtown Stillwater
Bring your little ghosts and goblins downtown to collect treats from participating businesses along Main Street and nearby side streets. Costumes are encouraged.
Resurrection Trunk or Treat — Woodbury
Time: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Resurrection Lutheran Church, 9925 Bailey Road, Woodbury
Head to Resurrection for a family-friendly trunk-or-treat event following the church’s 10:30 a.m. worship service.
Transfiguration Trunk or Treat — Oakdale
Time: 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church, 6133 15th St. N., Oakdale
Good To Know: Children must be accompanied by an adult. A grilled lunch will be available for purchase.
Saint costumes and other kid-friendly costumes are encouraged for this parking lot trunk-or-treat event. Come ready to collect treats and stay for lunch.
Free Grace United Trunk or Treat — St. Michael
Time: 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Location: Free Grace United, historic St. Michael church, 19 Main St. N., St. Michael
Collect candy and enjoy a community Halloween celebration following the church’s 10 a.m. service. A taco truck will be on-site, and every child receives a free tote bag.
West Side Trunk or Treat — St. Paul
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: Humboldt High School, 30 Baker St. E., St. Paul
Bring the kids in costume for the West Side’s community trunk-or-treat celebration in the Humboldt High School parking lot.
National Sports Village Trunk or Treat — Blaine
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: The PARC at National Sports Village, 2180 105th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Blaine
Cost: Free
The second annual Spooktacular Trunk or Treat features decorated trunks, candy, contests, giveaways and visits from police and fire personnel. Parents can also tour The PARC.
Lupulin Brewing Trunk-or-Treat — Big Lake
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: Lupulin Brewing, 570 Humboldt Drive, Suite 107, Big Lake
Bring the kids to collect candy from decorated vehicles at Lupulin’s annual trunk-or-treat event. Families can also decorate a vehicle and hand out treats, with prizes awarded to the top two trunks.
National Sports Village Spooktacular Trunk or Treat — Blaine
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: The PARC at National Sports Village, 2180 105th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Blaine
Bring the family for the second annual Spooktacular Trunk or Treat, featuring decorated trunks, trick-or-treating, family activities and giveaways. Parents can also tour The PARC, and participating businesses will offer event specials.
Broken Clock Brewing Trunk or Treat — Minneapolis
Time: Noon–4 p.m.
Location: Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative, 1712 Marshall St. NE, Suite 100, Minneapolis
Add an afternoon candy stop to your Halloween weekend with trunk-or-treating at Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative in northeast Minneapolis.
Free Grace United Trunk or Treat — Zimmerman
Time: 12:30–2 p.m.
Location: Free Grace United, 12864 Fremont Ave., Zimmerman
Cost: Free entry and activities
Enjoy trunk-or-treating, a bonfire, s’mores, chili, hot cocoa and hot apple cider. Every child receives a free tote bag for collecting candy.
Friendship Church Trunk or Treat — Shakopee
Time: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Location: Friendship Church Shakopee campus, 12800 Marystown Road, Shakopee
Explore decorated trunks and collect candy at Friendship Church. The event also includes games, a photo booth and lunch. All ages are welcome, with or without costumes.
Awaken Community Trunk or Treat — St. Paul
Time: Begins at 1 p.m.
Location: Awaken Community, 285 Dale St. N., St. Paul
Wear your costume and bring a candy bag for Awaken Community’s annual trunk-or-treat celebration.
United Methodist Church of Anoka Trunk or Treat — Anoka
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: United Methodist Church of Anoka, 850 South St., Anoka
Cost: Free
Explore dozens of decorated cars, trucks and family-friendly trunks while collecting treats at the United Methodist Church of Anoka.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Trunk-or-Treat — Osseo
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 710 E. Broadway St., Osseo
Cost: Free
Bring the family for a scare-free afternoon of trunk-or-treating, games, candy and prizes. Activities are open to all ages.
Cottage Grove United Church of Christ Trunk or Treat — Cottage Grove
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Cottage Grove United Church of Christ, 7008 Lamar Ave. S., Cottage Grove
Bring the kids in costume for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating at Cottage Grove United Church of Christ.
Jam Hops Trunk or Treat — Ramsey
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Jam Hops, 14200 Limonite St., Ramsey
Cost: Free
Local businesses and vendors fill the parking lot with decorated trunks, handing out candy, prizes and other goodies. Kids are encouraged to wear costumes for this community event.
Trinity Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Watertown
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 513 Madison St. SE, Watertown
Cost: Free
Visit decorated vehicles for treats, enjoy apple cider and let the kids play on bounce houses. Costumes and friends are welcome at this community event.
Maplewood Public Safety Trunk or Treat — Maplewood
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Maplewood City Hall parking lot, 1830 County Road B E., Maplewood
Cost: Free.
Join the Maplewood Police and Fire Departments for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating outside City Hall.
Crow River BMX Track or Treat — St. Michael
Time: Activities begin at 1 p.m.; trunk-or-treating runs 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Location: Crow River BMX, 3150 Lander Ave. NE, St. Michael
Cost: Free community event
Good To Know: No BMX membership required to attend
Collect treats from local businesses, BMX teams and community groups set up around the track. The afternoon also features BMX activities, a pumpkin roll and a scavenger hunt. Costumes are encouraged.
Trunk or Treat at The Well — Rosemount
Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
Location: The Well, 14770 Canada Ave. W., Rosemount
Cost: Free
Wear your favorite costume for The Well’s seventh annual trunk-or-treat event, a family-friendly Halloween afternoon in Rosemount.
Salem Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Stillwater
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Salem Lutheran Church and School, 14940 62nd St. N., Stillwater
Cost: Free; open to the public.
Registration: No registration required.
Collect candy from decorated trunks, play games and enjoy music and prizes. Salem also offers free cider, booyah and chips while supplies last. Costumes are encouraged.
Lord of Life Trunk or Treat — Ramsey
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd. NW, Ramsey
Bring your little ghosts, superheroes and princesses for an afternoon of candy, costumes and decorated trunks. Everyone is welcome.
Bloomington Halloween Trick or Treat Trail — Bloomington
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Normandale Lake Park, west-side boat launch near 84th Street and Chalet Road, Bloomington
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required
Good To Know: Designed for preschoolers through fifth graders; park in the Chalet Road lots. Food or monetary donations for VEAP are welcome
Collect candy and surprises from community organizations and city departments along an outdoor trick-or-treat trail. Enjoy entertainment, including Jack Norton’s kids’ show at the bandshell, with food available for purchase. Preschoolers through second graders are encouraged to attend from 2–3:30 p.m.; third through fifth graders from 3:30–5 p.m.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — St. Paul
Time: 2:30–4 p.m.
Location: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking lot, 700 Snelling Ave. S., St. Paul
Cost: Free
Good To Know: Activities move into the gym if the weather is bad
Local businesses and community members decorate vehicles and hand out candy, books, stuffed animals, stickers and other treats. Families may also spot a fire truck.
St. John’s Trunk & Treat — Lakeville
Time: Begins at 3 p.m.
Location: St. John’s, 20165 Heath Ave., Lakeville
Bring the kids for an afternoon of trunk-or-treating at St. John’s in Lakeville.
Roseville VFW Trunk-or-Treat — Roseville
Time: 3–4 p.m.
Location: Roseville VFW Post 7555, 1145 Woodhill Drive, Roseville
Cost: Free trunk-or-treating; spaghetti dinner costs extra
Good To Know: Candy available while supplies last
Bring the kids in costume to collect candy from decorated trunks. Stay for a spaghetti dinner fundraiser supporting the U.S. Veterans Riding Club from 4–7 p.m.
St. Michael’s Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Roseville
Time: 3–4 p.m.
Location: St. Michael’s Lutheran Church rear parking lot, 1660 County Road B W., Roseville
Good To Know: Allergy-safe treats available upon request; enter the parking lot from Eldridge Avenue W. or use street parking
Collect treats from decorated trunks and enjoy popcorn and water at St. Michael’s community Halloween event. All participating cars will offer allergy-safe options upon request.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Eden Prairie
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: St. Andrew Lutheran Church lower parking lot, 13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie
Wear your costume and collect candy from decorated trunks at St. Andrew’s annual community event. Families can also enjoy a bounce house, entertainment and food trucks. Friends and neighbors are welcome.
St. John Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — Woodbury
Time: 3:30–5 p.m.
Location: St. John Lutheran Church, 1975 St. John’s Drive, Woodbury
Collect treats and enjoy a bounce house at St. John Lutheran Church’s trunk-or-treat event. Food trucks will also be on-site.
Coop’s Troop Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat — Woodbury
Time: 3:30–5 p.m.
Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 2101 Wooddale Drive, Suite E, Woodbury
Good To Know: Sensory-friendly event welcoming all ages and abilities
Finding Cooper’s Voice hosts an afternoon of trick-or-treating from decorated trunks, designed to welcome children and families with different sensory needs.
Our Lady of Peace Trunk-or-Treat — Minneapolis
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Location: Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and School, 5426 12th Ave. S., Minneapolis
Cost: Free admission; pumpkins cost extra.
Collect candy and treats from decorated vehicles in the church parking lot. Come in costume and make time to browse the church’s pumpkin patch while you’re there.
Destiny Christian Church Trunk or Treat — Apple Valley
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Location: Destiny Christian Church, 7741 147th St. W., Apple Valley
Registration: No registration required to attend
Bring the family in costume for an afternoon of candy and Halloween fun at Destiny Christian Church’s Apple Valley campus.
Faith Lutheran Trunk or Treat — Waconia
Time: 4–5:30 p.m.
Location: Faith Lutheran Church, 800 Waconia Parkway N., Waconia
Hop from trunk to trunk in Faith Lutheran’s parking lot for Halloween treats and prizes. All are welcome.
First United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat — Stillwater
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Location: First United Methodist Church, 813 W. Myrtle St., Stillwater
Good To Know: Park on Myrtle or Greeley streets and walk into the event
Collect treats from decorated cars, roast a marshmallow and make apple cider at First United Methodist Church’s trunk-or-treat celebration.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat — North St. Paul
Time: 4–6:30 p.m.
Location: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church west parking lot, near 13th Avenue and First Street N., North St. Paul
Cost: Free
Visit decorated cars for candy, play games and enjoy hot dogs at this family event. Use the church’s west parking lot, across from North High School.
Our Savior Trunk or Treat — Excelsior
Time: 4:30–6 p.m.
Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church, 23290 Highway 7, Excelsior
Cost: Free; supper available for a freewill donation
Visit decorated trunks for sweet treats at this community event. Supper will be served from 5–6 p.m.
Bloomington Optimists Halloween Event — Bloomington
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Hyland Hills Ski Area, 8800 Chalet Road, Bloomington
Good To Know: Bring a food or cash donation for VEAP
Wear your costume and explore Trick or Treat Alley at the Bloomington Optimists’ Halloween celebration. Families can also enjoy carnival games, prizes, face painting and a photo opportunity.
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