Ford House will once again welcome families for its annual Little Goblins event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The popular daytime Halloween experience is designed especially for young children, offering activities across the estate’s grounds — without the scares.
Perfect for toddlers, and preschoolers, Little Goblins provides a safe, stress-free way for families to celebrate Halloween. The event takes place during daylight hours, with activities tailored to small children—making it an ideal introduction to the season filled with joy, exploration, and autumn fun.
Guests can look forward to a full lineup of hands-on activities, treats, and fun including:
- Trick-or-Treat Trail: Follow a decorated path to collect candy and small prizes from friendly stations throughout the grounds.
- Photo Opportunities: Capture moments near the 15-foot Pumpkin King and at other Instagram worthy spots around the estate.
- Lawn Games & Straw Maze: Enjoy classic lawn games and explore a kid-friendly straw maze, perfect for friendly competition among families and guests.
- Hayride: Climb into the family-friendly, haunt-free hayride from the Main Residence to the cider and donuts tent.
- Cider & Donut Treats: Each ticket includes a complimentary cider and donut to enjoy on the grounds.
“This event is not only a fun way to celebrate Halloween, but also a chance to take in the beauty and history of the Ford House grounds,” said Andrea Ozanich, Ford House Public Events Specialist. “Little Goblins is thoughtfully designed for our youngest guests — safe, friendly, and full of hands-on fun — giving families peace of mind while creating lasting fall memories.”
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase, including seasonal beverages for adults. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.fordhouse.org/events.
About Ford House
Ford House is located at 1100 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores. The historic lakeside estate was the family home of Edsel Ford — Henry and Clara Ford’s only son — where he lived with his wife, Eleanor, and their children beginning in 1928. Since 1978, Ford House has welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors to share in Eleanor Ford’s vision of preserving the estate for future generations through interpretive tours, family activities, lectures, exhibits, gardens, and seasonal events.
Ford House was named a National Historic Landmark in 2016. For more information, visit fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222, and follow Ford House on social media.