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Trick or Treat at Ramona Park with Monster Mash
One of our favorite Halloween events returns on October 18, 2025: Monster Mash.
This must-see event from the City of Portage is sought out annually by local families who can trick or treat and enjoy Halloween-themed activities for FREE at Ramona Park.
Expect costumes, oodles of candy, family-friendly fun, and a movie to cap off the evening’s adventures.
Read on for what’s planned for 2025’s event:
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Monster Mash Highlights
Monster Mash is an annual trick-or-treat tradition in Portage.
Find local businesses ready to distribute goodies to costumed kids, food, and seasonal activities—rain or shine!
Monster Mash is a free activity and does not require registration to attend.
Monster Mash Dates & Times
October 18, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location
Ramona Park – 8600 S Sprinkle Rd, Portage MI 49002
Halloween Themed Activities
The kids won’t be bored at Ramona Park. Here’s what’s scheduled for 2025:
- Spooky trail hayride
- Games
- Magic show
- Pumpkin carving demonstrations
- A live DJ
- Balloon Twister
Ghostbuster On The Big Screen
At dusk, bring some snacks and hop in your vehicles for a drive-in movie showing of Ghostbuster (1989 version).
Parking begins at 5:30 PM, with the movie starting at 7:00 PM.
NEW for 2025: Monster Mash Graveyard
Get in the spirit by creating your gravestone for Monster Mash!
Design a spooky, family-friendly gravestone made of wood or plywood (at least ½ inch thick) with a protective outdoor topcoat.
Gravestones should measure between 2’ x 2’ and 4’ x 8’, cut into a fun shape (no plain squares), and feature fictional characters only. All designs must be weather-proof and appropriate for outdoor display.
Cost: FREE – No registration required!
| Gravestone Drop-Off |
| September 15 – October 3 |
| 📍 Department of Public Works (7719 South Westnedge Avenue) |
| Gravestone Pick-Up |
| October 20, 9 AM – 2 PM or October 21, 4 – 8 PM |
| 📍 Ramona Park (8600 South Sprinkle Road), Monster Mash Cemetery |
| Gravestones not picked up will be disposed of by the city. |
PS: There’s also a Portage Parks’ event to craft gravestones! Cost: $5 (registration required).
Promote Your Business at Monster Mash
Interested in helping out and advertising your company? The Portage Parks & Recreation invites businesses and organizations to hand out candy each year.
The city asks that you bring enough candy for at least 3,000 children and encourages everyone to wear costumes.
Spots fill up fast. Learn more and apply here.
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