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Celebrate Halloween with the Best Places for Trunk or Treats
Do you have your costumes and treat bags ready? Trunk or Treat time is almost here in Kalamazoo!
Trunk or Treats are one of our favorite Halloween activities and provide a fun alternative to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating.
Many organizers offer more than just candy: you’ll often find additional themed activities to explore!
These events kick off in mid-October and run through the official holiday on October 31.
Read on for our roundup of Halloween fun in Southwest Michigan:

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Jungle Joe’s Family Fun Center
featured partner
Celebrate with our 5th annual Trunk or Treat in the Jungle Joe’s parking lot. We’re handing out candy, snacks & toys!
Oct 15: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Kalamazoo Trunk or Treating Events
We’ve put together an event listing for events hosted by area businesses, churches, and other organizations in the Kalamazoo community.
Check back often- we will continue to update our list throughout October.
NOTE: Most area Trunk or Treat events are open to the public. Local schools’ Trunk or Treats are generally limited to enrolled students’ families.
To expand your candy geography, try these events in Grand Rapids.
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Fun Trunk or Treats to Try

Academy of Dance Arts
Fall Carnival + Trunk or Treat
Portage
Oct 10, 2 – 4 PM

Jungle Joe’s
Portage
Oct 15, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Drive & Shine
Kalamazoo
Oct 29, 6 – 8 PM

Gilmore Car Museum
Hickory Corners
Oct 21, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
BIG List of Trunk or Treats
Southwest Michigan celebrates all month long with Trunk or Treats throughout October.
Most organizations schedule them for the second half of the month.
Trunk or Treats on Halloween
Looking for an alternative to trick-or-treating?
These events are scheduled for October 31 in the Kalamazoo area:
Trunk Decorating Ideas
Find some very creative ideas for decorating your trunk for Halloween.
Whether you use traditional seasonal decor or celebrate a favorite show or character, the possibilities are nearly endless!
Are you a Trunk or Treat family?
Share your favorite Halloween events in the comments!












