The skies are heavy with ominous clouds...biting cold air envelops our bodies...and the trees are ablaze with color. It's late October-time for pumpkins, ghouls, and witches to come out and scare innocent souls, in search for a treat.

Of course, we're talking about Halloween, that most frightening time of year. West Michigan is not only beautiful in October, but there are plenty of annual events to satisfy the timid...and those that dare to be scared!

West Michigan Communities That Host Trick-or-Treating:

• Downtown Ludington Merchants- October 26, 2-4pm
• City of Ludington- October 31, 6-8pm.
• Custer
• Scottville- October 31, 6-8pm.
• Downtown Pentwater Merchants- October 26, 12-2pm
• Village of Pentwater- October 31, 6-8pm
• Hart
• Shelby
• New Era
• Rothbury
• Manistee
• Baldwin

In addition to Trick-or-Treating, check out the other fun fall events scheduled around the area.

Annual Trick-or-Treat Events and Halloween Parties Currently Scheduled in Mason County

Sunday, October 6th, 2-4:30pm

Fall Festival at the Ludington United Methodist Church Pavilion - 5810 Bryant Rd. Hot dog supper, Bounce House, Hay Rides, Face Painting, Cookie Decorating, Donut Dangle, Pumpkin Painting, Lawn Games, Pumpkin Bowling, Music, Bonfire, and Make your own S’mores.

Saturday, October 19th, 3-6pm

Haunted Village Trick or Treat at the Historic White Pine Village- 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington. Cost is $6.00 per person; 2 & Under are free.

Saturday, October 26th

12:30-2:30pm - Games and activities on the lawn of the Mason County Courthouse- 304 E. Ludington Ave. in Ludington, followed by Halloween Costume Parade. Both sponsored by Safe Harbor Credit Union.

2-4pm - Downtown Ludington Trick or Treating to local merchants.

4-5pm - Downtown Trick or Treat After Party at the Ludington Library- 217 E. Ludington Ave. Event includes crafts and games. Free and open to the public. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Other Annual Trick-or-Treat Events and Halloween Parties Traditionally Held in Mason County

Trick or Treating at Medilodge

1000 E. Tinkham Ave. in Ludington. Free and open to the public.

Trunk or Treat

in the Branch/Walhalla Antique Mall Parking Lot- US 10 in Walhalla. Sponsored by the Tallman Senior Center. For more info, call Melissa or Sandy at (231)757-3306.

Pumpkins in the Parking Lot

at St. John's Lutheran Church- 209 N. Rowe St. in Ludington. Trick or treating at the church. Safe fun environment with music, treats, and candy.

Trick or Treating at Oakview Medical Care Facility

1001 Diana St. in Ludington. Free and open to the public.

Annual Trick-or-Treat Events and Halloween Parties Currently Scheduled in Oceana County

Friday, October 25th-Saturday, October 26th

Halloween at the Ranch at Double JJ Resort- 5900 Water Rd. in Rothbury. Tons of kids activities, Karaoke Saturday from 5-7pm, DJ Glow Party Saturday from 7-11pm, and more. Visit doublejj.com for more information.

Saturday, October 26th, 12-2pm

Halloween on the Green in Downtown Pentwater. 12-1pm- Costume contest, face painting, pumpkin painting, sack race, great pumpkin roll, and candy bags. 12-2pm- Trick-or-Treating to downtown merchants. 6pm- Pub Crawl.

Wednesday, October 31st

5-7pm - Trunk-or-Treat at Faith Covenant Church- 475 8th St. in Manistee. Decorated Trunks, candy, hay rides, games, snacks, face painting, and free fun inside and out.

5-7:30pm - at Bear Lake Lions Den- 7748 Lake St. in Bear Lake.

5:45-11:15pm - Trunk or Treat at First Baptist Church- 3258 N. 72nd Ave. in Hart.

Annual Trick-or-Treat Events and Halloween Parties Traditionally Held in Manistee County

Trunk-or-Treat

at the Norman Township Community Center- 1273 Seaman Rd. in Wellston.

Stay tuned for detailed information on 2019 Halloween Trick-or-Treating & Halloween Festivities!

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For more activities & attractions, check out these additional links for Things to Do in West Michigan:

Ludington Activities & Things to Do -- Play on a beautiful beach, take a tour at Historic White Pine Village, or explore the barn quilt trail, murals or sculptures in the county--Ludington offers many fun things to do for the entire family!
Have Fun in Manistee, Michigan -- Explore Manistee's historic downtown district and riverwalk, hike the Manistee National Forest, canoe on the Manistee River, and more.
Hamlin Lake -- Just 4 miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and climbing dunes! The Hamlin Lake shoreline is also part of the Ludington State Park.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes -- Visiting the Silver Lake Sand Dunes makes for a terrific vacation because you can take your off-road vehicle for a spin on the scenic sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan and Silver Lake.
Things to Do in Pentwater, Michigan -- Nothing is quite like the quaint, artsy, harbortown village of Pentwater. Don't miss the popular Charles Mears State Park beach on Pentwater's Lake Michigan shoreline.
Lots of Activities in Scottville, Michigan -- Explore the Riverside Park along the National Scenic Pere Marquette River.
Canoeing or Fishing on the Pere Marquette River -- Many boat liveries offer canoe rentals.
Also, check out West Michigan Guides and our locally produced WestMichigan.MichBiz.com directory for our largest lists of Things to Do in West Michigan.