Time to get spooky in the Lake Geneva area this Halloween
Party ghouls, candy fiends and all those creatures in between: Here's what's happening this Halloween.
The following list compiles some of the events in the Lake Geneva area celebrating the holiday from this weekend up to Halloween itself — Thursday, Oct. 31.
Note: Information is subject to change. It is recommended to verify event details with online links, where applicable.
Trick or Treat Trains — Friday, Oct. 25, 5 p.m., East Troy Depot, 2002 Church St., East Troy. East Troy Railroad Museum has trains heading from the Depot to Town Hall Park, where children can trick-or-treat, play games and enjoy the playground before the train heads back to East Troy. Total experience lasts about an hour and 20 minutes. Tickets range from $9-26. Note: As of this writing, limited seats were available for the train departing at 5 p.m. The 6 p.m. train was sold out. Go to easttroyrr.org .
Holiday Home Camp Haunted House — Oct. 25, 6:30 p.m., 100 Holiday Home Camp Road, Williams Bay. Eerie sounds, ghostly apparitions and thrills around every corner at this Holiday Home Camp fundraiser. Photo booth, concessions, trick-or-treating and more. Gates, family-friendly haunted house and trick-or-treating open 6:30 p.m., haunted house starts 7:30 p.m. Rates for family-friendly activities $1 for parents, $5 for ages 12 and younger. General admission from 7:30-10 p.m. is $5. For more rates and to purchase tickets, go to www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/7c1d7d75-8f4b-4247-b297-2d14d432e211 .
Beer & Spirits Festival — Saturday, Oct. 26, 1-5 p.m., The Ridge Hotel, W4240 Highway 50, town of Geneva. Craft beers, seltzers and spirits from over 50 renowned Midwest distilleries and breweries, plus music by DJ Felix Entertainment, a photo booth, Halloween costume contest and more. Ages 21 and over only. General admission $60. VIP admission, allowing access to the party an hour early, an event souvenir and the ability to try three exclusive beers, $85. Go to lgbeerfest.com .
Halloween in the town of Lyons — Oct. 26. Trick-or-treat 2-4 p.m. Halloween party 4-6 p.m., with cupcake decorating, costume judging, crafts, candy corn bingo, tattoo bar and free goodie bags for children. Bonfire at dusk in the parking lot of Riverview Park, courtesy of the Lyons Fire and Rescue Department. Go to the Lyons For a Better Neighborhood Facebook page.
Halloween Boat Bash — Oct. 26, 6:30-9 p.m., Lake Lawn Resort, 2400 E. Geneva St., Delavan. Cruse Delavan Lake on the Lake Lawn Queen at this adults-only affair, with a DJ, costume contest, complimentary cocktails and more. For ages 21 and older. Tickets $50, includes the Monster Mash Adult Halloween Party (see below). Go to lakelawnresort.com .
Monster Mash Adult Halloween Party — Oct. 26, 8:15-11:30 p.m., Geneva Ballroom at Lake Lawn Resort. Rock music courtesy of The Hair Band Night, plus a costume contest, treats, craft beverages and more at this 21-and-over party. Cost is $25 per adult for just the party, or $50 for the party and the Halloween Boat Bash. Go to lakelawnresort.com .
Halloween Party — Oct. 26, 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Thumbs Up, 260 Broad St., Lake Geneva. Drink specials, music by DJ Jones.
Family Halloween Party — Sunday, Oct. 27, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Lake Lawn Resort. A Lake Lawn Queen tour of Delavan Lake with entertainment by magician/musician Mr. Pickles, a costume contest, food, beverages and more. Cost $40 adults, $15 ages 4-12, free for ages 3 and younger. Go to lakelawnresort.com .
Trunk or Treat 2024 — Oct. 27, 1-5 p.m., Lake City Social, 111 Center St., Lake Geneva. Candy Craze, face painting, strolling magician, live music, local business booths, an Old Fashioned Cocktail & Beer Bar for adults and more at this free-to-attend event by the Lake Geneva Jaycees.
Trunk or Treat — Oct. 27, 3-5 p.m., First Lutheran Church and School, 1101 Logan St., Lake Geneva.
Halloween Party — Oct. 27, 3-5 p.m., Waters Edge, 1220 South Shore Drive, town of Delavan. All ages, open to town residents and nonresidents alike. Go to townofdelavan.com .
Halloween Party 2024 — Thursday, Oct. 31, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Baker House, 327 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva. Costume contest, signature brews and concoctions and music spun like a spider's web by the Baker House DJ. No cover. Go to bakerhouse1885.com or call 262-248-4700.
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