“Fall” in love with Marshall!

Welcome to Fall in Marshall, Michigan! Home to haunted carriage rides, spook-tacular events for adults and kids alike, and bone-chilling cemetery walks, there’s always something happening here. September 28, experience the Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween artisan craft show at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds. For years, this group of hand-picked artists has gathered in the spirit of Halloween. On this day of magic, the veil is lifted, and you are invited to an enchanted world of seasonal artwork. Later in the day, head to Skeletonfest—a family-friendly party from 2-5 pm with live music, balloon animals, face painting, games and food vendors featuring favorite seasonal snacks. Be sure to walk through town for selfies with over 30 life-sized skeletons whimsically dressed and posed and remaining to greet visitors through the month of October. Nighttime brings the adult Pub ‘n Grub Crawl, where restaurants and pubs feature special deals on boo-tiful dishes and wicked potions.

Cornwell’s Turkeyville hosts a Haunted Adventure each weekend in October. Featuring hayrides, a haunted train, a corn maze, and cider and donuts, the month-long celebration also lets you pick from the pumpkin patch. Another great place for seasonal family fun is Bosserd’s Family Farm, where you’ll be greeted by giant haystacks, a corn maze, a pumpkin patch and other games.

Looking for some adult entertainment? Tickle your funny bone with comedian Haywood Banks, October 5 at the Franke Center for the Arts.

Always a popular evening, Girls’ Night Out – Along Came A Spider is set for October 10. Grab your friends and head downtown to snack, sip, and shop yourself silly.

October 12, take a step back in time at “If These Stones Could Talk,” a living history portrayal of Marshall residents of the past. The event is held at the famous and beautiful Oaklawn Cemetery.

Take your chances at the live-action, Nevermore: The Last Haunted Trail where a wild collection of ghosts, ghouls, and monsters gather to celebrate Halloween until some pesky humans show up. Will they make it out alive?

Stroll Marshall’s Kalamazoo Riverwalk to enjoy the beauty and colors of the season. You might spot some wildlife along the way!

At the end of the month, bring the whole family to the Firefighters’ Halloween Parade, October 26. With a firetruck leading the way, kids can trick or treat at downtown businesses. And be sure to Trick-or-Treat the streets of Marshall October 31. Hours recommended are 5:00-7:30 pm. Truly a sight to see, hundreds of little ghosts and goblins Choose Marshall!

Find information about these events and more at choosemarshall.com.