Anoka Halloween
Fall festival · Anoka · Minnesota
Anoka bills itself as the Halloween Capital of the World, home to a 106-year-old civic celebration that fills historic downtown through October. The Grande Day Parade of more than 100 units marches down Main Street, joined after dark by the illuminated Light Up the Night Parade.
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Plan your visit
Light Up the Night Parade Oct 17; Grande Day Parade Oct 24
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 5–October 9
Color builds from September 20 · mostly bare by October 28
Sampled at Anoka Halloween’s own coordinates and elevation (253 m) rather than a regional average.
48 weather points cover Minnesota, and the model shifts their answer 9 days earlier, which is what it takes to match 2 published peak dates from smokymountains.com. Minnesota is running 1 day later than its own average this year. How the forecast works
When to go to Anoka Halloween
Good color holds through about October 16, giving you roughly 26 days from the first turn to past peak. Against Minnesota overall, that is 3 days later.
This one is within Minneapolis itself, which makes it an easy half day.
Anoka Halloween on the map
Drag the date slider to see when color reaches this corner of Minnesota, or tap a pin for that stop’s own peak window.
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Frequently asked
- When is Anoka Halloween open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 11 – Oct 24. Light Up the Night Parade Oct 17; Grande Day Parade Oct 24. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Anoka Halloween peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 5–October 9 (best estimate October 7). Color starts around September 20 and is mostly bare by October 28.
- How do I get to Anoka Halloween?
- Anoka Halloween is in Anoka. The closest city is Minneapolis, about 16 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Minnesota's fall lineup.
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