Southwest Michigan is pure magic in the fall. Crisp air, golden leaves, and pumpkin patches set the stage for a Halloween season packed with family-friendly events, haunted attractions, and charming small-town traditions. Whether you're exploring with kids or sipping wine under twinkling lights, there's a Halloween happening for you.
Dates: Weekends in October
Dates: Weekends in October
Head to Round Barn Estate for a variety of adult-friendly Halloween events, including:
Halloween Party – Dancing, food, wine, and live music - Saturday, November 1 • Starting at 7 pm EST
HalloWine Weekend – Costume contests, seasonal drinks, and themed fun - Saturday, November 1 & Sunday, November 2
Halloween Bingo & More – Festive games and spooky prizes - Thursday, October 30 • Starting at 6 pm EST
See downtown St. Joe light up with artistic, family-friendly pumpkin displays created by local businesses. A fun walking tour perfect for all ages. You can even vote for your favorite ones, with the winners being announced on October 31st!
Dates: Mon. October 20, 2025 - Fri. October 31, 2025
Voting Open: 10 am October 20 to 11:59 pm October 30
One of the largest and most terrifying haunted attractions in the Midwest. With multiple haunted houses, dark mazes, and scare zones, it's a must for thrill-seekers. They even have an adults-only night (18+) and a dark-out night where you only have a glow stick.
Dates: September through November 8th
Kids in costume can safely trick-or-treat at participating local shops downtown. Expect treats, music, and smiling storefronts decked out for Halloween.
Date: October 31, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Where: St. Joseph & Benton Harbor Arts District
Witch’s Cherry Cider Donut Holes
Celebrate the flavors of Southwest Michigan with these festive donut holes made using local cherry juice and apple cider. They’re fun, fruity, and perfect for your Halloween party spread.
Yields: 24–30 donut holes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: ~35 minutes
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
⅓ cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 tbsp melted butter
½ cup cherry juice or cherry cider
½ cup apple cider
Optional: ½ cup chopped Michigan cherries (dried or fresh)
Cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or black sanding sugar for coating
Oil for frying (or use donut hole pan to bake)
Instructions:
1. Heat oil to 350°F (or preheat oven if baking).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix milk, eggs, butter, cherry juice, and apple cider.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in cherries if using.
5. Drop small spoonfuls into hot oil and fry until golden brown (~2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
6. Roll warm donuts in your coating of choice.
Serve on a tray with spooky décor, or skewer a few onto cinnamon sticks for a Halloween-ready display!
Whether you're weaving through a haunted maze, dancing with a glass of HalloWine, or taking your kids trick-or-treating downtown, fall in Southwest Michigan is unforgettable. PLUS we've got a deal for you!
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