Legend of Sleepy Howell 2026
-Presented by Howell Recreation
Saturday, October 17th - 3pm-5pm
Downtown Howell, MI - Clinton St by the Fire & Ice Pavilion
We’re excited to bring Legend of Sleepy Howell, Livingston County’s largest outdoor trick-or-treating event back to Downtown Howell this October! This year’s Legend will have FREE trick-or-treating on Clinton St. by the Fire and Ice Pavilion. There will also be Halloween and fall-themed activities.
This longstanding community event offers a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience and helps especially those kids living in rural areas. Thank you for your support!
No sign up is required, just show up the day of.
Cost: FREE
Volunteer With Us
We are looking for race course volunteers to help us on October 17th for the Headless Horseman 5K!
Candy Vendors Needed!
Saturday, October 17th - 3pm-5pm
Join us for Howell's favorite downtown Halloween tradition – the Legend of Sleepy Howell! As a sponsor, you'll receive a designated Candy Distribution Site (please note: candy is not provided) and the exciting opportunity to hand out your own marketing materials during the event.
We recommend bringing 4,000+ pieces of candy – we're expecting an even bigger crowd this year!
2026 Theme: Superheroes
Please decorate your booth space to fit the theme. Think Superman, Captain America, Firefighter, Police, etc.
Event Details:
Trick-or-Treating: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Setup Begins: 2:00 PM
For questions or more information, contact jbaca@howellrecreation.org
Let’s make this a SUPER day full of smiles and sweet treats!
Cost: $120/booth
Site: Downtown Howell, Clinton St. by the Fire & Ice Pavilion
Headless Horseman 5K
Saturday, October 17th
Monster Mile - 5:30pm
5K - 6pm
Corner of State St. & Clinton St.
The Headless Horseman 5K is BACK and SPOOKIER than ever! This dusk event will be in-person and kick-off at State and Clinton Streets in beautiful Downtown Howell. Costumed participants will wind their way through the historic neighborhoods and through Scofield City Park. Participants will receive a long-sleeved 50/50 blend shirt if registered by the end of the day on September 27th.
Early Packet Pick up will take place Oct. 14th -16th at the Oceola Community Center 1661 N. Latson Rd. Howell MI 48843 during normal business hours.
Walkers, strollers, assistive devices, and dogs on 6ft leashes are welcome.
Please note that funds from this program help to cover not only costs incurred from the program itself but also help to make the Legend of Sleepy Howell possible. This longstanding community event offers a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience and helps especially those kids living in rural areas. Thank you for your support!
