News Summary
Communities in the Milwaukee area are starting their annual trick-or-treat events this weekend, providing families with various options for Halloween festivities. While traditional trick-or-treating is scheduled for October 31, several municipalities are hosting events earlier on October 25 and 26. Residents should check with local organizations for specific schedules, which may vary. Safety precautions for children while trick-or-treating are emphasized as families prepare for a fun Halloween weekend.
Milwaukee – This weekend, most communities in the Milwaukee area are kicking off their annual trick-or-treat events, offering families plenty of opportunities to partake in Halloween festivities. While some municipalities are choosing traditional trick-or-treating on Halloween night, October 31, others prefer to host events earlier this weekend. Residents are encouraged to check with their neighborhood associations for specific trick-or-treating times, as they may differ from the municipal schedules.
Weekend Trick-or-Treat Schedule
The schedule for trick-or-treating varies across multiple counties in the Milwaukee area. Below are the designated times for trick-or-treating events in several communities:
Milwaukee County
- Bayside: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- Brown Deer: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- Fox Point: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- Franklin: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Glendale: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- Greendale: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Greenfield: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Hales Corners: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Oak Creek: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
- River Hills: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- Shorewood: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- South Milwaukee: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-7 p.m.
- Wauwatosa: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
- West Allis: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- West Milwaukee: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Whitefish Bay: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m.
Ozaukee County
- Cedarburg (city and town): Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.
- Fredonia: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Grafton (village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Port Washington: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Saukville (village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
Washington County
- Thiensville: Sunday, Oct. 26, 3-6 p.m.
- Addison (town): Sunday, Oct. 26, 3-6 p.m.
- Hartford: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
- Jackson (village): Sunday, Oct. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Kewaskum (village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-7 p.m.
- Newburg: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m.
- Richfield: Saturday, Oct. 25, 3-6 p.m.
- Slinger: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-7 p.m.
- West Bend (city): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m.
Waukesha County
- Delafield (city): Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.
- Dousman: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Eagle (town and village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m.
- Elm Grove (village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
- Genesee: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Lac La Belle: Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
- Lisbon: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.
- Merton (village and town): Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.
- Mukwonago (village): Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
- Nashotah: Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.
- New Berlin (city): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- North Prairie: Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Oconomowoc (city): Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
- Pewaukee (village and city): Saturday, Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m.
- Summit: Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
- Sussex (village): Saturday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.
- Vernon: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1-3 p.m.
- Wales: Sunday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
Official Trick-or-Treat Hours for the City of Milwaukee
The City of Milwaukee has designated Halloween night, October 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for trick-or-treating. This timing allows families to enjoy a full night of Halloween activities.
Community Reactions
A division exists among Milwaukee residents regarding the trick-or-treat schedule changes. While some families are pleased to see a return to traditional Halloween night events, others have expressed disappointment over the shift in established routines.
As communities prepare for this festive weekend, parents are reminded to ensure their children’s safety while out trick-or-treating, including following health guidelines and being mindful of traffic. With many options available, families are encouraged to engage in the spirit of Halloween by enjoying their local trick-or-treat events.
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HERE Resources
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Additional Resources
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Trick-or-Treat Schedule
- Wikipedia: Halloween
- FOX6 Now: Trick-or-Treat Hours Debate
- Google Search: Milwaukee Halloween events
- TMJ4: Trick-or-Treaters Divided
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
- Milwaukee Record: Trick-or-Treat Dates
- Google News: Halloween Milwaukee 2025
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