Due to the Covid-19 crisis this meeting has been cancelled. Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us your name and intent […]
Due to the shelter in place order by Governor Walz this will be a virtual meeting for chairpersons. Special scheduling date due to Memorial day. Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If […]
Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us your name and intent to: General Mailbox. We will be in contact with you […]
The blood centers are in URGENT need of all blood types.
Special Location TBD Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us your name and intent to: General Mailbox. We will be in […]
Anoka Halloween member meeting, location Peninsula Point Park. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us your name and intent to: General Mailbox. We will be […]
Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us your name and intent to anokahalloweengeneral@gmail.com We will be in contact with you to […]
Event Sold Out Show your skills at either sport or both? Have some Halloween fun outside with your friends, family or archrivals! This event is provided and hosted by the City of Anoka. 2 Locations --- George Enloe Park and Sunny Acres Park
Event Sold Out Hand build your own clay haunted house.
Silent auction items, memorabilia and a walk down memory lane. Help support our historic festival.
Event Sold Out Create your own unique clay "Day of the Dead"Sugar Skull.
Step outside at 7:30 Halloween night to hear Church bells and sirens as they would have done so 100 years ago.
The Anoka Halloween Gift Shop will be selling 2021 button design T-shirts, Long sleeve T's, and pullover hoodies.
Anoka Halloween will be selling 2021 Button Design merchandise along with Food, Family fun, Information tables, Live music, and Classic cars!
Anoka Halloween member meeting. Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. Hear about volunteering opportunities for all of our events. Help out 1 hour to 100 hours...something for everyone. If you would like to make a formal […]
Our Anoka Halloween Candidates are out and about selling our 2021 Anoka Halloween Mug! Watch for them in their Anoka gear and orange sponsor sashes! Help support Anoka Halloween and purchase your mug. All proceeds help support our festival and several scholarships. They will be walking through out our town and selling this year at […]
Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street.
This is and individual or team event. Look for clues throughout Anoka.
Learn how to paint a one of a kind Halloween design.
Learn how to paint a one of a kind Halloween design.
Anoka Woman of Today provide this wonderful carnival. Come join in the fun before the Anoka Halloween Grande Day Parade.
Sponsors, this is your night to shine. Thank you for participating in the growth of our Ambassador and Candidate programs.
Get into the Halloween spirit at this fun art night! Enjoy a night out knowing your child is in a fun and safe environment! They teach the project with a step by step approach allowing the more experience artist to move ahead and making the novice artist feel confident. Drop off from 5:50pm to 6:00pm and […]
Get ready to sample from one of Anoka's finest! Join the Anoka Linos, and sponsor Truffles & Torts, for an amazing evening of food, beverage samples, music, conversation, and a few prizes! Tickets can be purchased at the door but spots are limited. 2022 Anoka Halloween merchandise will be available to purchase at this event. […]
Want to learn more about our organization? This is a good opportunity to hear how our organization prepares for the largest festival in the state. Hear about volunteering opportunities for all of our events. Help out 1 hour to 100 hours...something for everyone! If you would like to make a formal presentation, please email us […]
Watch a movie in the Halloween Capital of the World! Featured movies: Elemental & Teen Wolf Location: George Green Park Items to bring: chair, blanket, snacks. Food and monetary donations accepted for the ACBC Food Shelf Proudly Sponsored by:
Grab a pal and join the City of Anoka for their annual pickleball tournament This tournament will be an all ages, any combination of gender tournament for FUN! This is not a rated tournament. Pool play will begin at 9am, then move into single elimination tournament. Team members must be at least 12 years of […]
Color an exclusive coloring page created just for Anoka Halloween The coloring contest runs from October 2nd through October 23rd. You can pick up your coloring page starting 10/2 at the following places: Rumriver Art Center (2665 4th Ave, Suite 103, Anoka) CLICK HERE to see the open hours. The Anoka Halloween Store (1925-½ 2nd […]
Enjoy this fall event hosted by the Anoka County Fair! All activities listed below are FREE with gate admission: Not-So-Scary Haunted House Walk Through Hay Rides A FREE pumpkin (while supplies last) Live Entertainment Mini Midway (inflatables) Games Kids' Activities Photo Opportunities For more information and how to purchase tickets please visit Anokacountyfair.com A […]
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe 8-) Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of each month. Every Friday/Saturday in October! *Off season months may vary depending on volunteer availability. Check Facebook before your visit to confirm time.
Bring a chair and a blanket to enjoy this movie!
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe 8-) Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of each month. Every Friday/Saturday in October! *Off season months may vary depending on volunteer availability. Check Facebook before your visit to confirm time.
Gently used books and media of all genres and for all ages will be available at great prices! All proceeds from the sale are donated back to Anoka County Library to support collections and programs. Cash or check payment preferred. The Friends of the Anoka County Library raise funds for and increase awareness of Anoka […]
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and trick or treat your way around town Visit all 16 participating retail stores listed below to receive your sweet treat! You'll know if you're a winner when you find a monster. Hand that monster in to receive your prize! (One per person per store, no purchase necessary, must […]
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe 8-) Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of each month. Every Friday/Saturday in October! *Off season months may vary depending on volunteer availability. Check Facebook before your visit to confirm time.
Join the Rumriver Art Center for a special kids art fun night! Enjoy a night out knowing your child is in a fun and safe environment! They will teach the project with a step by step approach allowing the more experience artist to move ahead and making the novice artist feel confident. Drop off from […]
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe 8-) Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of each month. Every Friday/Saturday in October!
The tunnel mural update is complete! Join the muralists, staff, and the community to celebrate the hard work and dedication that went into creating this beautiful mural. The official ribbon cutting ceremony will take place along the Rum River behind Anoka City Hall at 4pm. There will also be groovy tunes, snacks, and art! […]
This is a wonderful opportunity to share Anoka Halloween royalty stories and learn more about our rich history and relationship with Anoka and Anoka Halloween.
Bring a chair and a blanket to enjoy this movie!
This is hosted by our Anti-Crime commission.
What's better than an evening sampling wine, beer and seltzers? Join Better Values Liquor and the Anoka Lions for this 21+ event in The Halloween Capital of the World™. Savory snacks will be provided and food trucks on site. Doors open at 5:30pm for advance sales ticket holders, 6pm for door sales. Register now and […]
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe 8-) Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of each month. Every Friday/Saturday in October!
It's time to update your Halloween wardrobe ???? Look for the orange sign and skeleton on Main Street! Open the second Friday/Saturday of the month. Every Friday/Saturday in October!
Delicious homemade pancakes served at our final Halloween event for the season. Bring your family and friends to eat a wonderful breakfast.
Wear your costume and join the Rum River Library for a not-so-scary story Afterwards you will parade around the library in costume! This event is hosted by the Rum River Library
Don't Trash it, Smash it! The City of Anoka’s Waste Reduction & Recycling Board is hosting a pumpkin smash to help divert pumpkins from the landfill! Bring your Halloween pumpkins and toss them into the composting bin. Remove all decorations, candles, etc. beforehand. Don’t miss out on this environmentally-friendly opportunity. The MN Donut Shop food […]
Find our orange tent near Serum's and stock up on all the new 2024 apparel and accessories!
Wait to buy your groceries at Cub on Labor Day! Come at anytime between 10am-6pm and our 2025 Anoka Halloween Royal Ambassador candidates will help pack your groceries for you. All proceeds support Anoka Halloween, a non-profit organization that supports local schools with scholarships and unique family-friendly Halloween celebrations. We are a 100% volunteer-supported organization!
Come show your support for Anoka Halloween and ACBC.
Grab your 2024 Anoka Halloween button and get ready to SAVE!!! Use your button at the following businesses and save big! Discounts run from October 1st through October 31st, 2024. Jenson’s/ I. Appeal - 10% Off Regular Price Purchase Anoka Clothing Company - 20% Off Regular Price Purchase (Excludes Rivertown Products) MN Girl - 10% Off […]
Anoka Halloween Inc. and Discover Anoka are hosting a scavenger hunt in Downtown Anoka stores. Participants must find hidden Halloween symbols in participating businesses and submit a completed form to enter a raffle. Three winners will receive the following: VIP seating, judging privileges, and parking for either the Light Up the Night Parade on October […]
Pick up your original design coloring sheet at Rumriver Art Center ,Anoka Halloween gift shop and Anoka Chamber during business hours. Winners will receive a one of a kind Anoka Halloween Ribbon and special prize.
Celebrate 20 years of tours with us this Halloween season Reserve your space on a Ghosts of Anoka Walking Tour. Enjoy this eerie experience guided by an Anoka County Historical Society staff member throughout the downtown of Anoka. This event will occur rain or shine so dress accordingly. Last tour October 31st. Click HERE for more […]
Pickleball: Ratings and Skills Clinics brought to you by North Star Pickleball Association Start time: TBD Where: George Enloe Park This event is hosted by the City of Anoka
Vintage Market, Classic Cars, Live Music & Food Trucks The sun will be shining on Downtown Anoka Saturday October 5th when Anoka Vintage Fest takes over Anoka's entertainment district. Over 100 vintage and antique vendors will fill the streets of downtown Anoka with the coolest vintage treasures. For more information or questions please visit Anokavintagefest.com
Get your costume on and enjoy yummy tasty food that only the Mad Hatter can make, along with Wacky Witch fun! This is a jam packed event including: story time, a skeleton scavenger hunt, coloring contest, and of course - the monster mash. This event is sure to put you in the Halloween mood! Get […]
The walking dead are coming... Anoka's Walking Dead Pub Crawl 12th Anniversary! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!!! This is a FREE event. Pick up a toe tag at any of the participating Anoka venues. You must go to each venue and get your toe tag stamped. Each bar will have a designated spot to get your toe […]
Anoka Tornadoes vs. Wayzata Trojans Our historical Football game is scheduled. Come cheer on our Anoka Tornadoes as they take on the Wayzata Trojans in the 74th annual Pumpkin Bowl. Before the game, purchase Anoka Halloween merchandise from the 2025 Anoka Halloween Royal Ambassador Candidates and watch the presentation of the Anoka Halloween Youth Citizen […]
FREE Halloween family art day! Join us for a special Free Family Art Day in the Anoka Lions Tent at 2nd and Jackson as part of the Halloween holiday celebration! Thank you to the Anoka Lions for sponsoring this event for the community! For more information and how to register click HERE
