Milwaukee County Parks Presents Two Thrilling Halloween Events for Families!

MILWAUKEE, WI — This October, Milwaukee County Parks is excited to host two spectacular Halloween-themed events that are perfect for families looking to enjoy the spooky season in safe and enchanting settings. Mark your calendars to make sure and catch these can’t-miss autumn festivities!

1. Halloween Haunts at Wehr Nature Center

• Dates: October 17-19, 2024
• Time: Entry start times range from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W College Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
• Phone: (414) 425-8550
• Admission: $14 per person; $12 for Friends of Wehr members. A parking fee of $5 is also payable online during registration (non-members).
• Purchase Tickets: You must reserve your spot and purchase tickets ahead of time on our website HERE.
• Details: Celebrate the 36th edition of Halloween Haunts with your family! For three special nights, the Wehr Nature Center transforms into an Enchanted Forest where children are guided by costumed characters like owls, frogs, and skunks through a path lit by over three hundred Jack-o-lanterns. This event is tailor-made for children aged 4 to 10 and is filled with fun, not fright, making it just spooky enough to keep the laughs coming without the nightmares.
• Note: Strollers are not permitted. Babies in carriers/backpacks enter free. A maximum of 16 tickets may be purchased per household.

Don’t delay, tickets must be purchased in advance and sell out fast! Visit our website to secure your spot and experience the magic of Halloween in nature.

2. Resource Fair & Trick-or-Treating at Kosciuszko Community Center

• Date: October 31, 2024
• Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• Location: Kosciuszko Community Center, in the Gym, 2201 S. Seventh St., Milwaukee, WI 53215
• Phone: (414) 645-4624
• Admission: FREE
• Details: Organized by Milwaukee County Parks and the Kosciuszko Advisory Board, this event invites all local “ghouls and boos” for an evening of festive fun. Families can enjoy a costume contest, safe trick-or-treating, spooky activities, and the opportunity to gather valuable information from community resource vendors.

Celebrate Halloween with us and create memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t miss this opportunity to support the community, engage with local families, and enjoy a festive evening of Halloween fun!

For additional details for the Resource Fair & Trick-or-Treating at Kosciuszko Community Center, please contact Damon Landrum at damon.landrum@milwaukeecountywi.gov or  (414) 645-4624.

For more information and to purchase tickets for Halloween Haunts, please visit our website. Remember, all tickets must be purchased in advance, so act quickly to join in the Halloween fun!

About Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.