With the Halloween spirit at our doorstep, like many trick or treaters are soon to be, Menomonie has plenty to offer if you’re looking to embrace the spooky season or simply enjoy some family fun. The following is a list of some major events and attractions – from costume contests to concerts and candy corn galore – Menomonie has to offer this October.
Brewery Nonic’s Halloween Spooktacular Weekend
(621 4th St W, Menomonie)
-Taproom Movie Night w/ Snacks: Friday, October 20 @ 7 p.m.
-Brewery Nonic Little Monsters Mash: Saturday, October 31 from 1-3 p.m.
-Brewery Nonic Halloween Costume Party: Saturday, October 31 @ 6 p.m.
Further info can be found on the Brewery Nonic Facebook page
The Mabel Tainter
(205 Main St E, Menomonie)
–Cedar Valley Brass Halloween Special: Thurs, October 29, 7-8:30 p.m.
–Uncommon Denominator Halloween Extravaganza (live music, games, and a costume contest): Friday, October 30 from 7:30-9 p.m.
Tickets to these events can be purchased on the Mabel Tainter website.
The Haunted Hillside
(N5041 610th St, Menomonie)
-Fridays and Saturdays in October: 5-6 p.m. (animatrontics only)
7-9 p.m. (actors and animatrontics)
The Haunted Hillside takes donations ($5 is recommended) with all its proceeds going to the Dunn County Humane Society. Kids under 16 must be accompanied by adults. Find out more about this attraction on their Facebook page.
Free Halloween Community Boo Fest
Rassbach Museum (1820 John Russell Rd, Menomonie)
-Thursday, October 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
This event is free and open to all families in the Chippewa Valley. Click here to register for the event. Further information on this event can be found in this article.
River of Life Church Candypalooza
(390 Red Cedar St, Suite D, Menomonie)
-Wednesday, October 28 @6:30 p.m.
The event is free, family friendly, and costumes are encouraged. More info can be found on River of Life Church Facebook page.
Downtown Trick or Treat
(Downtown Menomonie or 503 Broadway St S, Menomonie)
-Friday, October 30 from 3-6 p.m.
Trick or Treat at participating businesses and enter the costume contest at the Downtown Menomonie booth located in Clock Tower Plaza. More on the event, including the list of participating businesses can be found at Downtown Menomonie Facebook page.
Amanda Lamm, MNN contributor, is a UWEC graduate and a fan of Halloween. She lives in Colfax.
