Fenton & Linden Community Update: October 21-31, 2026

After 20+ years in Fenton, Halloween week here still never disappoints. Here's what's happening in Fenton and Linden.

Events

An Event So Good... It's Scary!, Friday, Oct. 30, 1 to 5 p.m. The Fenton & Linden Regional Chamber's free community trick-or-treat. Kids can visit "Boo Booths" at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center (150 S. Leroy St.) and participating businesses in downtown Fenton, along Owen Road, Silver Lake Road, North Leroy, and Torrey Road, and in downtown Linden. Some businesses may close at their regular hours, so go early.

This weekend, Oct. 23-25, there are two great shows:

The War of the Worlds at Fenton High School's Ruby F. Zima Auditorium. The Fenton Community Orchestra and Wishing Well Theatre present an original take on the classic.
Popcorn Falls at the Fenton Village Playhouse (14197 Torrey Rd.). Fenton Village Players stage this over-the-top comedy in which two actors play more than 20 roles. Tickets are $10 at FentonTheatre.org.

Zombies, Scarecrows and Monsters, Oct. 23-24, Eagle's Wooden Park in downtown Linden. A Trick-or-Treat Trail for the little ones, plus a Scare Trail that's not recommended for kids under 10.

The Howling Haunted Trail, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24, 7 to 11 p.m., 13575 N. Fenton Rd. A mile-long woods trail benefiting Adopt-A-Pet. Not recommended for children or anyone who scares easily!

Southern Lakes Parks & Rec at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center:

Ghosts in Action: STEAM Halloween Kids Night Out, Saturday, Oct. 24, 6 to 8 p.m., grades K-5. Haunted house design, pumpkin catapults, and glow slime. $40 for residents, $50 for non-residents.
Halloween Dance Party & Thriller Line Dance, Thursday, Oct. 29, 6 to 8 p.m., ages 18+. $14 for residents, $24 for non-residents. No partner needed!

News

Millpond Park update: Major work on the Millpond Park Improvement Project is expected to finish this winter. On Oct. 12, City Council approved a change order to remove an old vault found partly under the Millpond Gazebo.

Protecting our furry family members: Invisible Fence of Michigan donated a pet oxygen mask kit to the Fenton Fire Department, so firefighters can now give oxygen to pets at fires.

North Leroy area residents: After an overnight water main repair on Oct. 19, the City issued a precautionary boil water advisory for parts of North Leroy St. and nearby streets. Check cityoffenton.org for updates.

Market snapshot: According to Realcomp, Genesee County's median single-family sale price was $237,500 in September, a great value in Southeast Michigan.

Election reminders: Early voting starts Oct. 24. Linden voters will also see the Linden Community Schools sinking fund replacement on the Nov. 3 ballot.

Road & Construction Updates

Lahring Road, Linden Road to Ripley Road (Fenton Township): The Genesee County Road Commission expects to wrap up by the end of October.
US-23 Fenton Rest Area (northbound): Still closed through late November for water main work.

School Happenings

Lake Fenton Community Schools: K-12 half day on Thursday, Oct. 22, with afternoon and evening conferences, and no school for students on Friday, Oct. 23 and Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Linden Community Schools: No school for students on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Fenton Area Public Schools: Remember, Wednesdays are early release days.

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Fenton & Linden Community Update: Oct 21-31, 2026