Livonia Thrive: Weekend Watch – Every Event You Need for October 25-26
LIVONIA — 10/24/2025
The final weekend of October, the 25th and 26th, promises a full slate of activities, proving that there is no shortage of community spirit and entertainment in and around Livonia. From local fall traditions to a host of major concerts and sporting events downtown, this weekend is your guide to embracing the autumn season.
Local Livonia Focus: Harvest, History, and Hands-On Fun
Livonia residents have a diverse offering right in their backyard. The perennial favorite Pumpkin Fest & Haunted Barn Stroll returns to the Wilson Barn all weekend. The festival grounds offer free admission, featuring food trucks, hay rides, a petting zoo, and more. The gentle Haunted Barn Stroll runs from noon to 6:00 PM on both days for a small fee.
For a specialized local experience, the Call to Holiness Conference 2025 is being held at Laurel Manor on Saturday. Additionally, food enthusiasts can participate in a Fall Charcuterie Workshop at BYOC on Saturday afternoon, learning to craft a seasonal board complete with a curated wine flight.
Family Fun and Community Gathering
Saturday morning is dedicated to Livonia’s children. The city’s Parks and Recreation department presents the Candy-Go-Round (Trick-or-Treating) in the Kirksey Recreation Center South Parking Lot. This free event for ages 2–12 requires pre-registration and is perfectly paired with the Livonia Public Library's Haunted StoryWalk® at the Bennett Civic Center Library West Lawn, with a shuttle running between the two locations. For those looking for more Halloween fun on Sunday, a community Trunk or Treat is scheduled at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church.
Metro Detroit’s Grand Opening, Sports, and Culture
Detroit takes center stage this weekend with the Grand Opening of the new Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park. This free, two-day event hosts the Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally, featuring four live entertainment zones and a Games Grove.
Sports fans can choose between the rivalry football game of the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing or the Detroit Red Wings vs. St. Louis Blues game at Little Caesars Arena, both on Saturday night.
Culturally, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) hosts multiple performances: the Tiny Tots concert, Pirates! The Quest for Blackbeard's Treasure Family Concert, and the evening's The Three Mexican Tenors concert, which also has a Sunday matinee. You can also catch the 16th Annual Detroit Fall Beer Festival at Eastern Market or the ongoing Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village.
Comprehensive Weekend Event Summary (Oct 25–26, 2025)
| Category | When | What | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Livonia Area Events | Sat & Sun, Oct 25–26 | Pumpkin Fest & Haunted Barn Stroll (Free admission to fest, fee for stroll) | Wilson Barn, Livonia |
| Sat, Oct 25 (10 AM - 3 PM) | Call to Holiness Conference 2025 (Faith/spiritual conference) | Laurel Manor, Livonia | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (1:30 PM) | Fall Charcuterie Workshop (Includes fall wine flight) | BYOC, Livonia | |
| Local Livonia Family/Recreation Events | Sat, Oct 25 (11 AM - 1 PM) | Candy-Go-Round (Trick-or-Treating, pre-registration required) | Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center |
| Sat, Oct 25 (11 AM - 1 PM) | Haunted StoryWalk® | Bennett Civic Center Library West Lawn | |
| Sun, Oct 26 (3:00 PM) | Trunk or Treat | St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church, Livonia | |
| Livonia College Events | Sat, Oct 25 (1:00 PM) | Madonna University Men's Basketball at Wayne State (Away Game) | Wayne State Fieldhouse, Detroit |
| Metro Detroit Concerts | Sat, Oct 25 (8:00 PM) | Concert: David Byrne - "Who Is the Sky? Tour" | Fox Theatre, Detroit |
| Sat, Oct 25 (8:00 PM) & Sun, Oct 26 (3:00 PM) | The Three Mexican Tenors (DSO PNC Pops Series) | Orchestra Hall (DSO), Detroit | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (7:00 PM) | Concert: Don Broco (rock) | Saint Andrew's Hall, Detroit | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (TBD) | Comedy: Anjelah Johnson-Reyes - "The Family Reunion Tour" | Royal Oak Music Theatre, Royal Oak | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (TBD) | Electronic Show: Tape B & Cool Customer | Detroit Masonic Temple, Detroit | |
| Sun, Oct 26 (TBD) | Concert: J.I.D - "God Does Like Paradise Tour" | The Fillmore Detroit, Detroit | |
| Metro Detroit Events | Sat & Sun, Oct 25–26 (11 AM - 8 PM) | Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally/Centennial Park Grand Opening | Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park, Detroit |
| Sat, Oct 25 (12 PM - 6 PM) | 16th Annual Detroit Fall Beer Festival | Eastern Market, Sheds 5 & 6, Detroit | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (7:30 PM kickoff) | College Football: Michigan Wolverines at Michigan State Spartans | Spartan Stadium, East Lansing | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (7:00 PM) | NHL: Detroit Red Wings vs. St. Louis Blues | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit | |
| Ongoing (Through Oct 26) | Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village | Greenfield Village, Dearborn | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (10:00 AM) | Miss Paula and the Candy Bandits (Tiny Tots) | The Peter D. and Julie F. Cummings Cube (DSO) | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (11:00 AM) | Pirates! The Quest for Blackbeard's Treasure (Family Concert) | Orchestra Hall (DSO), Detroit | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) | Fall Festival (Leaf leap, Detroit Puppet Company, etc.) | El Moore Gardens, Midtown Detroit | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM) | Legends of Fall (Musical history and community dances) | Grosse Pointe Historical Society | |
| Sat, Oct 25 (6:00 PM) & Sun, Oct 26 (2:00 PM) | Stage Play: "Catch Me If You Can - A Mystery" | Meadow Brook Theatre, Rochester |