Mark your calendars for these Halloween events in Madison ... if you dare

We’ve rounded up some Madison-area Halloween events where you can celebrate with your friends, kids, or pets.

Bierock "Lord of the Rings" Halloween event Madison

In 2022, Bierock transformed into The Prancing Pony from “Lord of the Rings.” | Photo by Bierock

Need Halloween plans? We’ve got you covered — whether you plan to celebrate with your pets, kids, or friends.

Adults

Adult Swim: Halloweird | Friday, Oct. 13 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Madison Children’s Museum, 100 N. Hamilton St. | $20-$25 | Vintage horror films, costume parade, mutant plushie crafts, and more.

Freakshow Halloween Dance Fitness Party | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 1-3 p.m. | High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Ave. | $20 | Get your steps in during this two-hour dance party where costumes are encouraged.

Halloween Bar Crawl | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 4-10 p.m. | The Side Door, 240 W. Gilman St. | Cost of purchase | Dress to impress — participate in the costume contest for a chance to win $2,000.

“Bob’s Burgers” at Bierock | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 2 p.m.-12 a.m. | Bierock, 2911 N. Sherman Ave. | Cost of purchase | Bierock will transport you to the Wonder Wharf from “Bob’s Burgers,” complete with themed food, drinks, and atmosphere.

Pets

Howl-ween | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | 4-8 p.m. | Doggieland Playpark, 4233 W. Beltline Hwy. | $35-$45 | Tricks for treats contest, pet parade, photo ops, and prizes for cutest, scariest, and best duo/group costumes.

Dog Halloween | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Stateline Distillery, 1413 Northern Ct. | Free | A costume contest, pup-friendly treats, and human-friendly cocktails are all on the agenda.

Doggie Costume Contest | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 12-4 p.m. | The Boneyard, 1018 Walsh Rd. | Free | Lake Louie tap takeover, Mounds giveaways, and food trucks.

Boneyard dog costume halloween

Last year, Millie stole the show in her crawfish costume. | Photo by Millie Eberhardt

Kids

Disney Junior Costume Palooza | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 3-6 p.m. | Orpheum, 216 State St. | $25-$185 | Your kid’s favorite Disney Junior and Marvel characters will put on a concert-style show with singing, dancing, and acrobatics.

Family Halloween | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 3-6 p.m. | State Street | Free | Families with kids under 12 are invited to trick or treat around the Square and State Street, and watch a screening of “Coco” at the Forum.

Trunk-or-Treat | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 12-4 p.m. | Sun Prairie Aquatic Center, 920 Linnerud Dr., Sun Prairie | Free | Live music, free games, and candy courtesy of local businesses.