Halloween festivities planned throughout the Northwoods

Communities throughout the Northwoods will celebrate Halloween with a variety of activities for children and adults, including costume contests, trunk-or-treat events, haunted attractions, games and parties.

Events are scheduled Wednesday, Oct. 28, through Saturday, Oct. 31, with many festivities taking place on Halloween.

Eagle River

The Northwoods Children’s Museum will host a Pumpkin Party on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 346 W. Division St. Activities will include Halloween-themed crafts, pumpkin games, popcorn and playtime. Costumes are encouraged, and regular museum admission applies. For more information, call 715-479-4623.

The Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce will host Hallowfest on Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 11 a.m. The free event will feature trick-or-treating at 31 downtown businesses from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A costume contest will begin at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Chain O’ Dance Studio performance at 1 p.m. Free movie screenings at Vilas Cinema will begin at 1:30 p.m., featuring “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” (G) and “Monster House” (PG). For more information, call 715-479-6400 or email info@eagleriver.org.

Lake Nokomis Cranberries, located at 6041 Highway D, will host a trunk-or-treat event from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 31. The celebration will feature candy, face painting and decorated vehicles. Those interested in participating with a decorated trunk may call 715-479-6546 or email lncgiftshop@gmail.com.

First Congregational United Church of Christ will hold its third annual Boo-Fest beginning at 4 p.m. Oct. 31 at the corner of First and Division streets. Costumed church members will welcome families during trick-or-treat hours with free hot dogs, candy, treats, games and surprises. For more information, call 715-802-8501 or visit ucceagleriver.org.

The Eagle River Fire Department also will host a trunk-or-treat event from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31 in the rear parking lot of the fire station. Children will have an opportunity to collect treats and sit in and explore fire trucks. For more information, call 715-479-8835.

Three Lakes

The Three Lakes Lions Club will host its annual Halloween Party on Oct. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Three Lakes High School gymnasium, 6930 W. School St. The event will feature candy, games and activities for children and families. Residents and businesses are invited to distribute treats, with setup scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. The party is open to everyone.

Conover

The Conover Lions Club will hold its annual Kids Halloween Party on Oct. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Conover Recreation Center, 4697 Park Circle, off Highway K East. The party, designed for children ages 12 and younger, will feature pumpkin decorating, games, prizes, a costume parade and treats. Food and beverages also will be available. For more information, call 715-477-0575.

Land O’ Lakes

The Land O’ Lakes Public Library will host its annual Boo Bash on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The outdoor celebration will feature a campfire with s’mores, hot dogs, beverages, games and a free book for each child. A Scary Circus Haunted Hallway also is planned. All ages are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to dress for the weather. In case of extreme weather, the event will move indoors. Updates will be posted on the library’s social media pages.

Halloween festivities will continue Saturday, Oct. 31, with the Zombie Crawl and Witches Ball in Land O’ Lakes and Watersmeet, Mich. The Zombie Crawl will begin at 3 p.m., with free zombie makeup offered at Land O’ Lakes VFW Post 8400 until 7 p.m. The event also will feature a pre-party, drink specials and free limousine bus transportation between participating establishments.

The Witches Ball will take place from 8 p.m. to midnight at Northern Waters Casino Resort, featuring a DJ, dancing and a costume contest with $2,500 in cash prizes. For more information, call 715-547-3432 or visit landolakeswi.com/zombiecrawl.

Phelps

The Phelps Youth Recreation Association will host its annual Phelps Fall Bash on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Phelps School commons. Trick-or-treating at participating homes and businesses throughout the community will take place earlier in the day, from 1 to 4 p.m. Maps identifying participating locations will be available throughout town on the day of the event.

St. Germain

Northlife Church in St. Germain will host its annual Trunk-or-Treat event Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Sayner

The Plum Lake Public Library will host its annual Trunk-N-Treat on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the library parking lot. The event will offer trick-or-treating for all ages, with the Plum Lake Lions Club providing free food and a book for each child. For more information, call 715-542-2020.

Rhinelander

Sprecksel Slaughterhouse will return for its 13th season Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30–31, from 6 to 10 p.m. both nights at 422 Abner St. in Rhinelander. The haunted attraction will feature a 1980s-inspired theme, with family-friendly hours offered Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. Admission is $7 per person, with an upgraded experience available for $13. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local veterans through VFW Post 3143. For more information, visit spreckselslaughterhouse.com or find Sprecksel Slaughterhouse on Facebook.

Event details are subject to change. Check with organizers for the most up-to-date information.