LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Fall isn’t officially here for another few weeks, but that’s not stopping locals from looking forward to cooler weather and fall fun.
Now that the weather is getting milder, pumpkin spice coffee creamer, apple candles and Halloween decorations are already available in abundance in the stores.
How do you celebrate fall? We recommend starting with some of these local events:
City of Howell
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Legend of Sleepy Howell — 3:00-5:00 PM Saturday, October 19
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The popular Legend of Sleepy Howell is a free annual trick-or-treat event hosted by the Parks and Recreation Authority. This year’s theme is monsters. The event will feature trick-or-treating on Clinton Street, Court Street and Church Street, and will include crafts, games, bounce houses and food stands throughout the area.
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Headless Horseman 5K and Monster Mile — 6-8pm Saturday, October 19
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Following the day’s events, the Parks and Recreation Authority will host its annual costumed 5K. Runners can start anytime between 6:00 and 6:10 p.m. on State and Clinton Streets. The route winds through historic neighborhoods and Scofield City Park. For more information, visit howellrecreation.org/events.
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Howell Nature Center Howloween — Saturday-Sunday, October 26 & 27
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Howell Nature Center invites locals to celebrate Halloween with wildlife. The paid event runs from 3 to 5 p.m. and includes a hayride, trick-or-treat stations, fresh cider and donuts, and wildlife presentations.
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City of Brighton
Heartland
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hARTland Art Walk — Saturday-Saturday, Sept. 21-Oct. 5
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Hartland’s annual celebration of artists will include a walking tour of art installations, exhibits and activities, as well as a competition to support local work. Visitors can choose to view the art or participate in fun activities.
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Michigan Makers Fall Craft Show — 10am-3pm Saturday, September 28
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Turkey Trot Heartland Area Project 5K Fundraiser — Sunday, November 3
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This 5K at Waldenwoods supports the Hartland Consolidated Schools Foundation and the Heartland Foundation, which benefits local seniors. The race includes a $1,700 social membership fee for the top male and female runners.
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Don’t see your event listed here? Post details to our community calendar for free at livingstondaily.com/things-to-do/events.
— Contact reporter Tess Ware at tware@livingstondaily.com.
This article originally appeared on Livingston Daily: Check out these fall and Halloween events in Livingston County
