This weekend in Saginaw County, MI

Harvey Kern Pavilion in Frankenmuth hosts a two day craft show featuring more than 100 tables with trick or treating for kids. Enjoy cider and donuts, grab a bite from a food truck, and take part in Halloween activities. Santa will also make an appearance. Only two vendor spots remain. Interested vendors can text 814-388-9451 or email vfapply@gmail.com.

Perks Club Members can take advantage of a special 5th Saturday Sale featuring 25% off regular-priced merchandise at select Bavarian Inn properties. The offer is available to active Perks Club Members only. Participating locations include Bavarian Inn Castle Shops, the Covered Bridge Shop, Woody's, Emilie B’s, Funky Skunk, Enchanted Forest, Jerky Joint, and Hello Cats and Dogs. The discount does not apply to Lilly Pulitzer purchases at the Bavarian Inn Royal Gift Shop.

Presented by Frankenmuth CU, the third annual Freaky 5’s Run brings a Halloween themed race experience to Hayes Park in Freeland, Michigan. Participants can choose a timed 5K run, a timed 5K run or walk, and an untimed one mile fun run for youth. New this year is a relaxed, untimed 5K option for those less focused on finish times and looking for a lower registration cost. The course highlights the newest stretch of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Trail in its fall setting, and start times have been moved earlier so families have time for trick or treating. Participation is capped at 500.

At MMCM, little ghouls and ghosts can enjoy a family-friendly Halloween celebration filled with spooky crafts and activities. Costumes are encouraged, and the focus is on playful frights and festive fun.

The second annual JEEPers Creepers Trunk or Treat takes place at Wildfire Credit Union’s Saginaw branch with a festive mix of trunk-or-treating, games, and plenty of candy. Costumes are encouraged, and families can expect a spooky, lighthearted atmosphere throughout.

Saginaw Spirit takes on the Guelph Storm at the Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI. The venue operates cash free, so credit and debit cards are accepted at all points of purchase, including parking. Guests who prefer to use cash can buy Dow Bucks at the box office in $5 increments, and they can be spent at any Legends managed concession stand throughout the building. Twenty dollars in cash equals twenty dollars in Dow Bucks, there is no per guest limit, and they are available only in U.S. dollars. Visa gift cards are also offered in $20 increments with a $2 bank processing fee per card, typically limited to two per guest while supplies last, with possible exceptions for higher value purchases, and they are available only in U.S. dollars. A clear bag policy is in place. Small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches or clear bags no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches are allowed. Backpacks, purses, and other bags are not permitted unless required for medical or parenting needs, and those items will go through additional screening.

Heartfest returns as Old Town’s Halloween alternative with a community Trunk or Treat. Families are welcome, and children can fill their candy bags while everyone enjoys a friendly community gathering. The celebration takes place at Old Town Christian Outreach Center in Saginaw and is open to all.

At Bavarian Inn Lodge, enjoy a plentiful brunch buffet set in the indoor courtyard, featuring Bavarian Inn favorites and seasonal specialties alongside pasta, carved meats, and an egg station. Pair your meal with a Bloody Mary or Mimosa, and note that coffee, tea, and juice are included. Pricing is $37.95 plus tax for adults, $16.50 plus tax for children ages 8 to 12, $10.50 plus tax for children ages 3 to 7, and free for ages 2 and under. An 18% gratuity is added for parties of six or more.