Tickets On Sale TODAY @ 10:00 am- Michigan’s Largest Immersive and Illuminated Forest Experience – Glenlore Trails

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Michigan’s Largest Immersive and Illuminated One-Mile Forest Walk Returns with a Carnival of Lights, Games, and Family-Friendly Halloween Fun.

Tickets on Sale Tuesday, August 4 at 10:00am.

Commerce Township, MI-  Tickets are on sale Tuesday, August 4, 2026, for Glenlore Trails’ Fall experience, CarnEvil 2. Returning this fall, for its second act, with a reimagined carnival meets Halloween adventure, Glenlore Trails continues to be Michigan’s largest immersive and illuminated walk-thru forest experience, transforming a one-mile forest trail in Commerce Township into a glowing world of playful frights, interactive games, larger than life displays, and unexpected surprises.

Running September 18 through November 1, 2026,

Glenlore Trails invites guests of all ages to step inside a family-friendly Halloween carnival where the forest becomes the midway. Guests will journey beneath the stars through a fully transformed woodland filled with glowing installations, carnival inspired games, interactive moments, swinging skeletons, and unexpected surprises waiting around every turn.

“CarnEvil was one of our most beloved themes, and bringing it back gave our creative team the opportunity to ask, ‘How do we make an experience guests already love feel completely new?’,” stated Scott Schoeneberger, Co-Owner of Glenlore Trails, and Managing Partner at Bluewater Technologies. “CarnEvil 2 isn’t a repeat, it’s a continuation of the story with new interactive elements, new games, and new moments that encourage guests to explore, play, and become a part of the experience.”

CarnEvil 2 combines the nostalgic excitement of a carnival with the imagination of Halloween,

creating an atmosphere where guests can enjoy the thrill of the season without the intensity of traditional haunted attractions. From glowing installations to interactive challenges throughout the trail, every visitor becomes part of the show.

“Glenlore Trails has always been about creating moments that bring people together,” stated Chanel Schoeneberger, Co-Owner of Glenlore Trails, and Executive Officer at Bluewater Technologies. “We love that families can come together, friends can make memories, and guests of every age can experience the magic of walking through a forest that has been completely transformed. CarnEvil 2 allows us to blend technology, storytelling, and seasonal fun into something truly unique.”

The CarnEvil 2 Experience Includes:

*Select Nights Only

• One-Mile complete forest transformation featuring immersive lighting, sound, and visual storytelling
• CarnEvil themed interactive experiences throughout the trail
• Carnival inspired games and activities designed for guests of all ages
• Light and Sound Displays featuring projection mapping, glowing art installations, LED displays, and interactive displays
• Family-Friendly Halloween Fun with whimsical spooky moments and seasonal surprises
• Magical Interactive Wands allowing guests to unlock additional surprises on the trail
• Food Trucks featuring a rotating lineup of dinner and desserts including the return of The Little Donut Factory
• Seasonal Drinks including warm beverage options and adult beverage selections

Special activations take place on select nights throughout the fall season.

A full list of upcoming activations can be found at www.GlenloreTrails.com.

• Friday, September 18 “Opening Night” – Live Music from Full Tilt Boogie
• Saturday, September 19 – Face Painting and Balloon Twisting  – 7:30pm-9:30pm
• Friday, October 16 – Adult Night – 21+ Only / Live Music from DeVar & The Detroiters – 7:00pm-10:30pm
• Sunday, October 25 – Trick or Treat – 6:45pm-7:30pm / Face Painting and Balloon Twisting – 6:30pm-8:30pm
• Saturday, October 31 – Halloween Night

The creative forces behind Glenlore Trails are Michigan based and woman owned, Bluewater Technologies, one of the nation’s leading event staging and audiovisual integrators. For the past seven years, Bluewater’s award-winning team has transformed the natural forest landscape into an immersive destination by combining advanced technology creative storytelling, and seasonal design. Through innovative lighting, projection, interactive elements, and synchronized audio, the team creates an environment where the forest becomes part of the story, surrounding guests with sights, sounds, and moments of discovery throughout the trail.

Glenlore’s commitment to creating a unique immersive experience has earned national recognition, including an Eventex Bronze Award in the Seasonal Experience category for the 2025 Witching Hour theme, an Eventex Bronze Award in the Interactive Outdoor Experience category for Glenlore Trails: Interactive Night Walk, and a shortlist recognition for WXO’s Experience of the Year Award in the Brand & Experiences category. These honors reflect Glenlore Trail’ continued ability to combine technology, storytelling, and live experiences to create memorable seasonal destinations for guests of all ages.

Glenlore Trails’ one-mile forest trail takes approximately one hour to complete and is located along a wooded, manicured (not paved) pathway.

The experience can accommodate strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs with larger wheels, though visitors should we aware that the surface may be more challenging for smaller wheels.

The event runs every Thursday to Sunday at dusk beginning on September 18, and will take place rain, shine, or snow offering a unique experience no matter the weather. Glenlore Trails CarnEvil 2 makes for an unforgettable experience for anyone looking to celebrate the Halloween season in a one-of-a-kind environment. It’s perfect for family outings,  fun-filled hangouts with friends, or entertaining date nights.

Glenlore’s gathering areas offer merchandise, group seating, food trucks, and seasonal treats to be enjoyed before or after your walk experience.  New this year, guests can also enjoy select Detroit sports games on the big screen in the gathering area before or after their trail experience, adding another way for families and friends to relax, gather, and enjoy the evening together.

TICKETS:

Tickets are on sale Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 10:00am

Tickets are available online at www.GlenloreTrails.com.

Pricing starting at:

3 years and under: Free

4-12 years: $15

13-64 years: $25

65+: $20

Group Rates (20+ people): Starting at $18 each

*Ticket pricing may vary for specialized themed event nights.

WHEN:

Friday, September 18, 2026 – Sunday, November 1, 2026

Opening Thursday through Sunday Evenings

Tours start around dusk. Start times vary by day but typically begin around 5:30pm with the final entry around 9:00pm.

WHERE:

GLENLORE TRAILS – CARNEVIL 2

3860 Newton Road

Commerce Township, MI 48382

ABOUT BLUEWATER TECHNOLOGIES

Founded in 1985, Bluewater Technologies Group, Inc. is a leader in experiential marketing and event technology solutions. With over 200 employees and a national reach, Bluewater specializes in creating immersive and interactive brand experiences for events, and permanent installations. Through our integrated services—ranging from strategic ideation, custom activations, and scenic design to production, installation, and digital content creation—we help brands connect with audiences in meaningful ways.

Our expertise spans a variety of sectors, including automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and technology, where we have delivered award-winning activations at events such as CES, NCAA Final Four, and Essence Festival. As a vertically integrated firm, Bluewater offers a seamless experience from concept to execution, supported by cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches. We continuously strive to challenge the status quo and bring positive, impactful stories to life.

Bluewater is a certified WBE by the Women’s Business Enterprise (WBENC).

For more information, visit www.bluewatertech.com.

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