ANOKA – Out of interest for public health and safety in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Anoka Halloween 100th Anniversary Festival will occur – with safety precautions.
Events scheduled include:
October 31, 11 am-3 pm, Grand Day Parade – Drive-By
This drive-by parade will be located throughout the City of Anoka. Watch our website for a map with locations, food vendors, floats, bands, and Anoka Halloween merchandise. Live coverage by QCTV streaming at qctv.org.
October 30, 1:15 pm, Big Parade of Little People Parade – Virtual
This virtual parade is in the works. More details announced in September.
October 30-31, House Decoration Contest – Public Viewing
Drive by local homes to view whimsical and haunted Halloween themes. Watch our website on October 29 for addresses. Please view from the safety of your car.
October 24, 1:15 pm, Children’s Pumpkin Carving – Pre-registration required
Visit the website for registration link. Limit 100 child pumpkin carvers. Masks required.
October 24, 10:00 am, Preschool Costume Contest – Pre-registration required
Visit the website for registration link. Masks required.
October 22, 6 pm, Canvas Paint Night – Virtual and at Rumriver Art – Pre-registration required
Registration cost includes art supplies, special Halloween swag bag, and numbered canvas print.
October 21, 1 pm, Medallion Hunt – Virtual Clues
The clues will be distributed via the Anoka Halloween Facebook page starting October 21. Prize amount is $500.
October 19, 6:30 pm, Bingo – Drive-In
Drive-in Bingo at St. Stephens Catholic Community. Bingo sheets sold at entry. Prizes include cash and gift cards. Limit 125 cars.
October 18, 1:00 pm, Scavenger Hunt – Pre-registration required
Assemble your team for a scavenger hunt around Anoka. Visit our website for registration link.
October 17, 7:00 pm, Anoka Halloween Orange Tie Gala– Virtual
Join the fun with a watch party in your home, bid online for unique action items. This virtual Gala and auction will be feature Halloween interviews. Viewing details announced in September.
October 14, Dusk, Outdoor Movie Night – George Green Park
Bring your chair or blanket, socially distance on the lawn to view Gremlins.
October 12, 3:00-8:00 pm, Bloodmobile – Pre-registration required
Visit the website for registration link. Masks required.
October 2, Dusk, Outdoor Movie Night – Anoka Riverfront Memorial Park
Bring your chair or blanket, socially distance on the lawn to view Coco.
October 1-24, Kid Coloring Contest
Pick up your 100th Anniversary Anoka Halloween coloring sheet at Rumriver Art or the Anoka Halloween Gift Shop. Return your completed entry for judging by October 24. Winners awarded special edition Anoka Halloween 100 Year ribbon.
September 7, 10 am – 5 pm, Food Drive/Merchandise Sales
Bring your non-perishable food drive items for the ACBC Food Shelf and shop the latest Anoka Halloween merchandise. CUB Foods-Riverdale Commons location.
Other events may be added. Watch the website at anokahalloween.com for the most up to date information on the festival.
“We are excited to announce the 100th Anoka Halloween Festival will happen,” said Liz McFarland, Anoka Halloween President. Adding, “Of course, our bigger events will look very different.”
