Welcome to the Nightmare Off 8th Street

Nightmare Off 8th Street is Manitowoc’s new Halloween street festival—an evening of live music, food trucks, seasonal vendors, and fall fun in the heart of downtown.

For one night only, wander down to Buffalo Street and enjoy an open-air block party; shop seasonal goods, grab something delicious to eat, and enjoy a killer line-up of entertainment.

Saturday, October 4

3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

BUFFALO STREET, BETWEEN 7TH & 8TH

MANITOWOC, WISCONSIN

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  • A brand new one-night Halloween street festival in downtown Manitowoc with live music, food trucks, seasonal vendors, family activities, and more

  • Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 3–10 PM on Buffalo Street (between 7th & 8th) in downtown Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

  • No—entry is free! Food, drinks, and vendor items are available for purchase.

  • Yes! A variety of food trucks and an outdoor bar serving beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.

  • Absolutely. We have a packed line-up of seasonal vendors, local makers, and artists!

  • Yes! Activities include face painting, balloon twisting, a dual lane slide bounce house, live pumpkin carving, photo ops, and free trick-or-treat bags for kids (while supplies last).

  • Broken Arrow at 5:00 PM, Mischief & Magic Show at 7:00 PM, and Smoke Road at 8:00 PM.

  • Nearby public lots and free street parking will be available. Note: Buffalo Street between 7th & 8th will be closed starting Friday evening.

  • Yes, the festival takes place on a closed city street with level access for wheelchairs, strollers, etc.

  • Yes, the outdoor bar will be cash only. An ATM will be available on-site.

  • You’ll need to show your ID and get a wristband at the bar area. Please note that the bar at Nightmare Off 8th Street is cash only. We will have an ATM on-site.

  • While we don't allow pets, service animals are always welcome.

  • The event will go on rain or shine!

THANK YOu TO OUR SPONSORS

Fox communities credit union
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Cool City Sound Logo
Waves Yoga Studio Logo
Powerhouse Productions Logo
'Black Heart Books' logo
Wilfert Farms Logo
BOLD BLAZER GROUP Logo
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BankFirst Logo
Schmitz amusements logo
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