Halloween isn't just for kids; it's for the kid in all of us. Bars, theaters and restaurants throughout the Metro-Detroit area have something special planned for the holiday, whether it be a special dinner, show, display, seance or party. In addition to haunted houses, adults can attend one of the many 2012 Halloween Parties and Events in Detroit:
Ann Arbor: Brandywine Cemetery
When: October 30th and 31st
Where: 2727 Brandywine Street, Ann Arbor
What: Brandywine Cemetery is a simulated graveyard that includes a collection of art work, sculptures and animatronics, including gargoyles and Hollywood props.
Canton: Dr. Scream's Spookshow Revival
When: October 26th through 27thWhere: The Village Theater at Cherry Hill, Canton
What: The "Spook Show" includes macabre comedy, magic, hijinks, live ghosts and the classic 1932 movie Freaks.
Detroit: Erotica ball
POSTPONED Detroit's Erotica Ball has been postponed to either New Year's Eve or the Spring of 2013.
Detroit: Evil Dead The Musical
When: October 4th through 27thWhere: City Theatre
What: If you liked the 1980's cult classic Evil Dead directed by Sam Raimi and starring Bruce Campbell, you'll love this musical version.
Detroit: Harpos Halloween Party
When: October 26thWhere: Harpos, Detroit
What: Harpos hosts an annual Halloween party. In 2012, the party stars Mushroomhead and J. Mann.
Detroit: Haunted in the House
When: October 26th
Where: Detroit Opera House
What: Haunted in the House is a costume party with a cash bar. Proceeds from the party will benefit the Detroit Opera House. Tickets are $35 per person in advance or $40 at the door.
Ferndale: Halloween Spooktacular
When: Friday, October 26th
Where: Magic Bag, Ferndale
What:Check out the Mega 80's dance party held in celebration of Halloween
Holly: Ghost Hunt
When: October 24th
Where: Historic Holly Hotel
What: A seasoned paranormal investigator will lead participants on a ghost hunt with scientific equipment and recording devices. Cost is $27 per person.
Holly: A Victorian Seance
When: October 25th through 31st
Where: Historic Holly Hotel
What: One of Michigan’s most renowned haunted locations will host a seance every night of the week leading up to Halloween. To help celebrate the season, the restaurant (and former Inn) will have a special haunted dinner menu.
Novi: Haunted Kingdom
When: October 27th
Where: The Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi
What: The Suburban Collection hosts the biggest Halloween party ever to grace the Metro Detroit area and maybe the world -- at least according to the party's organizers. Whether or not the party sets a Guinness World Record in 2012, it promises a good time with dancing, entertainment, and fortune tellers.
