As Halloween approaches, families in the Milwaukee area are getting ready for trick-or-treating fun! Whether you’re looking for the perfect neighborhood to visit or planning your trick-or-treat route, this guide covers all the best Milwaukee-area trick-or-treat times and dates for 2024.
From bustling city streets to cozy suburbs, we’ve got the scoop on when and where you can expect kids to be out collecting candy this Halloween.
Trick-or-Treat Times in Milwaukee County (2024)
Milwaukee and its surrounding communities offer plenty of trick-or-treating options, with most events taking place on the weekend before Halloween. Here’s the breakdown for Milwaukee County:
- Bayside: Sunday, Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m.
- Brown Deer: Sunday, Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m.
- Cudahy: Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-8 p.m.
- Fox Point: Sunday, Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m.
- Franklin: Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Milwaukee: Sunday, Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m.
- Bay View (Milwaukee Night Time Trick-or-Treat): Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-8 p.m. – If you’re participating, be sure to turn your porch light on to welcome trick-or-treaters!
- Shorewood: Sunday, Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m.
- West Allis: Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
Trick-or-Treating in Ozaukee County
If you’re located in Ozaukee County, or planning to visit friends and family there, here’s when trick-or-treaters will be making the rounds:
- Cedarburg: Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-8 p.m.
- Grafton (village): Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.
- Mequon: Sunday, Oct. 27, 4-7 p.m.
- Thiensville: Sunday, Oct. 27, 3-6 p.m.
Whether you’re staying local or heading to a nearby town, make sure to mark these times down for a fun, safe Halloween night!
Washington County Trick-or-Treat Times
Looking for Halloween fun in Washington County? Here are the scheduled trick-or-treat times for local communities:
- Germantown: Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Hartford: Sunday, Oct. 27, 4-6 p.m.
- Slinger: Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m.
- West Bend: Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
If you’re in Washington County, keep in mind that some communities, like Germantown, hold their trick-or-treating on Halloween Day, while others opt for the weekend before.
Waukesha County Trick-or-Treat Events
Waukesha County has a wide range of trick-or-treat times, with some communities celebrating on Halloween night, and others the weekend prior. Here are some of the highlights:
- Brookfield: Thursday, Oct. 31, 5-7:30 p.m.
- Hartland: Thursday, Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
- Oconomowoc: Saturday, Oct. 26, 6-8 p.m.
- Waukesha (city): Thursday, Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m.
Be sure to double-check dates and times for your specific neighborhood to ensure you’re prepared!
More Halloween Events
Now that you know where to go trick-or-treating in Milwaukee and surrounding communities in 2024, you can plan the perfect Halloween outing for your family!
From city events to neighborhood celebrations, there are plenty of opportunities for kids to enjoy trick-or-treating safely and have a spooky good time.
If you’re looking for more festive activities, check out our ultimate guide to the Best Halloween Events for Kids in Milwaukee for a fun-filled season.
For even more Halloween fun, check out our guide to the Best Kid-Friendly Haunted Houses in Milwaukee and our list of the Top Halloween Displays in Milwaukee to keep the excitement going all season long.
Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating in Milwaukee
Before heading out, keep these Halloween Safety Tips in mind to make sure your Halloween is safe and fun:
Cross Streets Safely: Always cross the street at designated corners or crosswalks. Avoid darting between parked cars, and remember to use pedestrian signals where available.
Stay Alert and Aware: Before stepping off the curb, look left, then right, and then left again. Teach your children to remain vigilant and avoid distractions like mobile devices.
Make Eye Contact with Drivers: Encourage your kids to make eye contact with drivers before crossing the road. This simple gesture can help ensure that the driver sees them and intends to stop.
Stick to Sidewalks: Use sidewalks whenever possible to keep a safe distance from the road. If sidewalks are unavailable, walk facing oncoming traffic and stay as far to the left as you can.
Brighten Up: Add reflective tape to your child’s costume or trick-or-treat bag. Consider giving them a flashlight or glow stick to increase visibility.
Costume Safety: Make sure your child’s costume fits properly to prevent tripping or falling. Avoid masks that obstruct vision, and opt for face paint instead.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
Discover more about Calie’s journey and editorial approach on her About Page and Editorial Policy Page.
