Chaos on Colman Street, the block-long Halloween display in Clinton Township that grew into a regional attraction and fundraiser, will not run in 2026, organizers say. Matthew Gregory and Jaclyn Dotson told reporters they were informed the township had received complaints but were not given details, leaving them unsure whether to move forward. The display became known for elaborate props, roaming performers and annual raffles that raised money for local charities.
Dotson told WXYZ the supervisor had said there were multiple complaints and that not knowing the specifics left the organizers in limbo. Gregory told the station the event has raised almost $85,000 for five nonprofits and said plans are already being discussed to bring Chaos on Colman back in 2027.
A longtime neighborhood draw
What started as a few decorated yards has turned into a major stop on Metro Detroit Halloween guides, with local coverage describing a multi-house spectacle that typically runs every night in October and pulls visitors from across the region. FOX 2 Detroit has profiled the display, and Macomb County's attractions page lists "Chaos on Colman Street" among local spooky draws. Organizers have paired the decorations with raffles and fundraisers benefiting groups such as Matthew's MIGHTY Mission.
Township response and unclear complaints
Clinton Township Supervisor Paul Gieleghem told reporters he met with the organizers in October and that the township board "has taken no action against either the event or the homeowners who created it," according to WXYZ. Gieleghem said the meeting focused on ways to help the event continue safely and respectfully, but organizers say a lack of specific complaint details left them unable to address neighbors' concerns and reluctant to proceed this year. Township officials have not published a formal enforcement notice tied to the display.
Neighbors split and what comes next
Residents remain divided. Some praise the block for building community and supporting charities, while others complain that weekend crowds spill beyond Colman Street and create parking and safety headaches. Local coverage has documented both the spectacle and its charitable mission, from fundraising totals to family-friendly daytime events. C&G Newspapers and MacombNow have profiled the display and the neighbors who run it. For now, the organizers say they will weigh options and continue conversations with township officials before deciding whether or how to return.
For this October, the lights on Colman Street will be dark as organizers and township officials try to resolve complaints and logistical concerns. Residents and visitors are being urged to watch official township channels and the event's organizers for updates about whether the display will return next year.
