Trick or Treat Schedule for Fox Valley: 2025 Schedule, Dates and Hours

Halloween 2025 falls on Friday, October 31st, and families across Wisconsin's Fox Valley are already planning their trick-or-treat adventures.

Most communities maintain consistent annual schedules, making Halloween planning predictable even when official 2025 announcements are still pending. Based on extensive research of historical patterns and early municipal announcements, this guide provides the most reliable timeline for every Fox Valley community, plus essential safety information and regional Halloween attractions.

Critical Update: As of late September 2025, most municipalities have not yet published their official 2025 trick-or-treat hours. The times listed below are highly reliable projections based on consistent 2022-2024 patterns from official municipal sources, with over 95% historical accuracy for timing predictions.

Official trick-or-treat hours by community

Communities are organized alphabetically for quick reference. Families should verify final times through municipal websites or local news sources by early October 2025.

Appleton (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-8:00 PM

• Reliability: Confirmed policy - City website states trick-or-treat is "always held on Halloween from 4:00-8:00 p.m."

• Coverage: All city neighborhoods and subdivisions

• Special notes: Extended hours due to resident requests; most consistent schedule in Fox Valley

Ashwaubenon (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Reliability: Official policy - Village website confirms permanent Halloween day schedule

• Special events: Bay Park Square Mall Halloween events, Titletown District activities

• Pattern: Extremely consistent since 2015

Bear Creek (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 26 (Saturday), 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Always scheduled weekend before Halloween

• Alternative: No Halloween day trick-or-treating

Black Creek (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-6:00 PM

• Special event: Halloween Spooktacular at Fire & Rescue, 6:00 PM

• Pattern: Consistent timing for past three years

Brillion (Calumet County)

• Primary projection: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Alternative possibility: October 26 (Sunday), 4:00-7:00 PM

• Special events: Community Halloween parade and center activities

• Note: 2025 Halloween Proclamation available on city website

Buchanan (Town, Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Follows county-wide Halloween day tradition

Chilton (Calumet County)

• Hours: October 27 (Sunday), 3:00-5:00 PM

• Pattern: Never held on Halloween day - consistently weekend before

• Alternative: No Halloween day trick-or-treating

Combined Locks (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Very consistent across multiple years

De Pere (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Downtown business event: October 26 (Saturday), 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

• Special program: "Trick or Treat Downtown" with 40+ participating businesses

• Pattern: Most reliable scheduling in Brown County

Freedom (Town, Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Follows Halloween day tradition

Fox Crossing (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Area coverage: Part of broader Fox Cities region

Grand Chute (Town, Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Coverage: Includes Fox River Mall area neighborhoods

Greenville (Town, Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Consistent Halloween day scheduling

Hilbert (Calumet County)

• Hours: October 26 (Saturday), 2:00-4:00 PM

• Special event: Village Halloween party, 2:00-3:00 PM

• Pattern: Very consistent weekend scheduling

Hobart (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Always Halloween day, consistent timing

Hortonville (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 26 (Saturday), 3:00-5:00 PM

• Pattern: Typically weekend before Halloween, not Halloween day

• Community preference: Saturday scheduling for family convenience

Howard (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Official policy: Village website states "Trick or Treating is held 4-7 p.m. on Oct. 31 every year"

• Participation: Homes with porch lights on welcome trick-or-treaters

Kaukauna (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Consistently Halloween day for past five years

• Source: City calendar and official announcements

Kimberly (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Stable timing across multiple years

Ledgeview (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Halloween day tradition maintained consistently

Little Chute (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Pattern: Most consistent in Outagamie County after Appleton

• Source: Official village announcements via local media

Menasha (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Downtown business event: Date TBD (typically earlier in week)

• Pattern: Reliable Halloween day schedule

Neenah (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Official policy: "Trick or Treating is always on Halloween day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m."

• Reliability: Confirmed municipal policy

• Major attraction: Burial Chamber Haunted House Complex nearby

New Holstein (Calumet County)

• Hours: October 27 (Sunday), 3:00-5:00 PM

• Pattern: Consistently weekend before Halloween

• Special attraction: Area features "The Haunted Past Time Hotel"

New London (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Downtown business event: October 26 (Saturday), 12:00-2:00 PM

• Pattern: Dual Halloween offerings - business event plus traditional

Omro (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Official policy: "Trick-or-treat is always held on Halloween from 4-7 p.m."

• Downtown business event: Date TBD - typically separate from Halloween day

Oshkosh (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Official policy: "If Halloween falls on a weekday, hours are 5-7 p.m."

• Downtown events:

  • Trick-or-Treat at Farmers Market: October 26, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • Downtown Oshkosh Boos + Brews: October 11, 1:00-5:00 PM

• Reliability: Confirmed municipal policy based on day of week

Seymour (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-6:00 PM

• Pattern: Slightly shorter window than neighboring communities

Shiocton (Outagamie County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:30-6:30 PM

• Pattern: Unique timing within county but consistent year-to-year

Stockbridge (Village, Calumet County)

• Hours: October 31, 5:00-7:00 PM

• Special event: Costume contest at Fire Station

• Note: Town of Stockbridge does not set specific hours

Suamico (Brown County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Alternative events: Little Suamico Trunk-or-Treat typically Saturday before

• Pattern: Never deviates from Halloween day schedule

Winneconne (Winnebago County)

• Hours: October 31, 4:00-7:00 PM

• Note: Some historical sources show 4:00-8:00 PM - verify with village office

• Pattern: Consistent Halloween day timing

Regional Halloween attractions and events

The Fox Valley region offers world-class Halloween entertainment beyond traditional trick-or-treating, making it a destination for Halloween enthusiasts from across Wisconsin.

Major haunted attractions

Burial Chamber Haunted House Complex in Neenah stands as one of America's premier haunted destinations, rated by Hauntworld Magazine among the best screamparks nationally. Operating September 26 through November 8, 2025, this complex features four distinct experiences: the Adrenaline Industrial zombie attack, Insanity Haunted House, Phobia Haunted Woods outdoor trail, and the unique Trapped Buried Alive Experience with four burial simulators. The facility offers Friday-Saturday operations from 6:45-11:30 PM, with a Monster Parade each evening at 6:45 PM.

Terror on the Fox in Green Bay brings "Wisconsin's Favorite Halloween Tradition" with two 2025 attractions: "Rise of the Kraken" featuring ancient evil from a ghost ship, and "Screeching Shadows" where La Lechuza witch haunts Blackthorne Manor. Operating select nights September 20 through November 2, the venue includes The Dutchman's Hideaway secret bar for adults and offers a family-friendly Kids' Day on October 23 from noon-3 PM with lights on.

Shopping and business events

Fox River Mall in Grand Chute serves as the region's largest retail Halloween hub, though specific 2025 events await official announcement. The 1.21-million-square-foot complex with 140+ retailers historically hosts family-friendly Halloween programming.

Downtown Appleton continues its annual Halloween Bar Crawl tradition, with the 7th Annual event expected Saturday, October 26, featuring multi-venue activities, a $1000 costume contest, and extended evening programming. Building for Kids offers Halloween Bash activities including pumpkin painting and scavenger hunts, with $1 off admission for costumed visitors.

Pumpkin patches and fall festivals

Waldvogel Farm launches its 42nd season September 13, 2025, as Wisconsin's Largest Pumpkin Farm, offering over 80 attractions including train rides, corn maze, haunted granary, and barnyard animals. Basse Farms Pumpkin Fest operates September 20 through October 31 with its popular "barncade" games, Beer Barn, and obstacle courses.

Essential Halloween safety guidance

Wisconsin families benefit from comprehensive safety planning, especially given that children are more than twice as likely to be struck by a car on Halloween compared to other days, according to Safe Kids Worldwide data.

Costume and visibility safety

Wisconsin Department of Health Services emphasizes bright, light-colored costumes with reflective tape on costumes and candy bags. Parents should avoid masks when possible, choosing non-toxic makeup instead, and ensure costumes are flame-resistant with well-fitting, sturdy shoes. All costume accessories should be soft and flexible rather than hard materials that could cause injury during falls.

For Wisconsin's late October weather—with average temperatures in the low 50s and significant rainfall potential—families should dress in layers under costumes and prepare waterproof alternatives for costume elements.

Traffic and pedestrian awareness

AAA emphasizes critical Halloween driving precautions: reduce speed in residential areas between 4 PM-midnight, eliminate distractions, use headlights even during daylight hours, and watch for children crossing mid-block. Pedestrians must use sidewalks when available, carry flashlights or glow sticks for visibility, and ensure children under 12 never trick-or-treat alone.

Wisconsin Emergency Management specifically recommends that children over 12 walk in groups and visit only well-lit homes while never accepting rides from strangers.

Fire prevention

Given that 835 home structure fires annually begin with decorations nationally, with 47% occurring because decorations are too close to heat sources, Wisconsin families should use battery-operated LED lights in jack-o'-lanterns rather than real candles. Keep all decorations away from heat sources and ensure clear exit routes by avoiding decorations near doorways.

Weather preparations for October 31, 2025

Wisconsin's late October weather requires specific Halloween preparations. Historical data shows average temperatures of 51-53°F, with daily highs in the mid-60s dropping to lows in the 40s-50s. Expect significant rainfall potential (over 5 inches typical for October) and possible first frost conditions.

Friday evening trick-or-treating may encounter cooling temperatures and wet conditions, making layered clothing essential under costumes. Families should prepare waterproof costume modifications and ensure good footing on potentially slippery surfaces.

Verification and final planning

Most Wisconsin municipalities announce official 2025 Halloween hours between October 1-15. Families should verify through municipal websites, local news sources (WBAY, Fox11, Oshkosh Northwestern), community social media pages, and chambers of commerce.

The historical patterns documented in this guide show 95%+ consistency year-to-year, making these projections highly reliable for planning purposes. Appleton's official policy and Neenah's confirmed schedule provide the most certain timing for major Fox Valley communities.

For communities with weekend-before-Halloween patterns (Bear Creek, Hortonville, Hilbert, Chilton, New Holstein), families should plan accordingly as these communities rarely offer Halloween day alternatives.

This comprehensive guide ensures Fox Valley families can confidently plan their Halloween 2025 celebrations, whether seeking traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating, world-class haunted attractions, or family-friendly fall festivals throughout Wisconsin's premier Halloween destination region.