UW-Madison Implements $100 Fee for Overnight Guests During Halloween

Madison, WI, October 10, 2026 — The University of Wisconsin-Madison has introduced a new fee for students residing in campus dormitories who host overnight guests during the Halloween period. Effective for the upcoming Halloween celebration, students will be charged $100 for each guest staying in their residence hall rooms.

The policy aims to manage the increased number of visitors typically associated with the popular Halloween festivities in Madison. University officials stated the fee is intended to cover additional costs related to security, sanitation, and staffing that arise from the surge in campus activity during this time.

Details regarding the exact operational period for this guest fee were not immediately available. The university has not provided specific information on whether this fee applies to all guest stays within a certain timeframe leading up to and following Halloween, or if it is a flat rate per guest for any duration of stay during the period.

The introduction of the $100 fee marks a significant change for students accustomed to hosting friends or family members during campus events. Information concerning the specific rationale or any prior student consultations before the implementation of this policy was not disclosed in the initial announcement.

Students are advised to consult official university housing guidelines for precise details on the fee’s applicability, payment procedures, and any potential exemptions. The university has indicated that further information will be communicated through official campus channels.

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