Legend of Sleepy Howell 2025
-Presented by Howell Recreation
Saturday, October 18th - 3pm-5pm
Downtown Howell, MI
We’re excited to bring Legend of Sleepy Howell, Livingston County’s largest outdoor trick-or-treating event back to Downtown Howell!
This year’s Legend will have FREE trick-or-treating on Clinton, Court, and Church St. There will also be Halloween and fall-themed activities including a touch a truck event!
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 18th for the Headless Horseman 5K!
Events and Activities
Check out a list of events and activities at this year’s Legend of Sleepy Howell.
Trick-or-Treating
Clinton St. & Court St. Parking Lot
Go trick-or-treating in Downtown Howell on our candy trail!
Monster Motorway
State St.
Come check out this spooky Halloween display!
Honk and Haunt Highway (Touch a Truck)
Annex Lot (next to Courthouse Amphitheatre)
Come check out the awesome emergency vehicles you see around town up close!
Costume Contest
State St. next to the Howell Courthouse
Categories:
Best Costume (Youth 12 & Under)
Best Costume (Youth 12-17)
Best Costume (Adult) (18+)
Best Duo Costume
Best Group Costumes (3+ People)
Best Canine Costume
Rules:
Photos must be taken at the Legend of Sleepy Howell event to be eligible.
Photos must be submitted through our costume submission form by the end of the day on Sunday, October 19th to be eligible.
Voting and Winners:
Photos will be posted to the Howell Recreation Facebook page the week following the event for the public to vote on. Winners will be announced and contacted with information on how to pick up their prizes on Friday, October 24th.
Game Zone - Rec on the Go Yard Games
Corner of State St. & Clinton St.
The Rec on the Go van contains tons of games for you to play at this year’s Legend of Sleepy Howell including giant connect 4, stacking cups, and more!
Be a part of The Legend - Become a Candy Vendor
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!
Cost: $120/booth
2025 Theme: Ghosts & Ghouls – the Cute & Friendly Kind!
Think Casper the Friendly Ghost, Ghostbusters, Beetlejuice, and other fun—not frightening—ghouls! Please decorate your space with spooky-silly, friendly ghost vibes that kids and families will love.
Event Details:
Trick-or-Treating: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Setup Begins: 2:00 PM
Let’s make this a spook-tacular day full of smiles and sweet treats!
For any questions please contact jhilbrecht@howellrecreation.org
2025 Sponsors
Headless Horseman 5K
Saturday, October 18th
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 the corner of State and Clinton Street 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 28th.
This year's race will have a rolling start with runners starting at 6 pm, you can start the race anytime between 6 pm and 6:10 pm. This will allow for participants to be spaced out at the start of the race, along the course, and at the finish line. 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!