Ada’s Pumpkin Prowl Promises Lots of Candy & Fun on Friday, Oct 28

The Pumpkin Prowl is a New Event for Ada

Local Halloween events are in full swing this week, and that includes downtown Ada’s all-new Pumpkin Prowl.

This Friday, October 28th, little ghouls and goblins can visit Ada for their first annual Pumpkin Prowl. The event runs from 5 – 8 pm.

Hosted by the Ada Business Association and Discover Ada, the Pumpkin Prowl is an updated version of the village’s former Trunk-or-Treat event merged with Halloween trick-or-treating in Ada Village.

Event Highlights Include a Spooky Tunnel

There will be over 60 businesses handing out candy at storefronts and along River St.

The event will feature pumpkin treats, photo ops, a family-friendly movie at the Legacy Park Pavilion, the local fire and sheriff departments, music, and more-

They will even be closing down River Street and creating a spooky tunnel!
HMD will host dance performances by the spooky tunnel (located near Lake Michigan Credit Union, Gina’s and ITS starting at 5:30pm.)

The Whitecaps mascot, Crash, will be at LMCU from 5-6pm.

Laurel & Jack will have a storewide sale, make-your-own s’mores, Henna tattoos, spiked cider for adults, apple cider, donuts, and a special treat for kids! 

Katie L., the KDL mascot, will be at their space on River St.

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Enjoy Ada’s Social District Open During Event

Ada’s Social District is open during the Pumpkin Prowl, too.

Pumpkin Prowl visitors – Stop by Gravel Bottom not only for candy – but, a Social District beverage for the parents and walkable food options.

Enjoy the Social District every Thursday – Saturday at all 7 of Ada Village’s favorite restaurants.

Regular Social District Hours:
Thursday – Friday: 4pm-9:30pm
Saturday: 12pm-9:30pm

Pumpkin Prowl Map, Parking & Restrooms

Most of the pumpkin prowl participants are located in the newer section of Ada located along River Street and Ada Drive.

Free parking is available – look for the black circles on the map below to see locations or set your GPS for the library or Community Church. It’s a short walk from these lots to the main event.

*Note that the bank parking lot is available after 5:30 pm

Public restrooms are available at Legacy Park (there’s also a playground and picnic tables here as well.)

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Legacy Park Playground & Restrooms


Public restrooms are available at Legacy Park (there are a playground and picnic tables here as well.)

Also, find the family-friendly movie playing at the Legacy Park Amphitheater.

Pumpkin Prowl in Ada

Fri Oct 28th
5 – 8 pm

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