Halloween

Happy Times Pumpkin Fest

September 16, 2023 - October 29, 2023

Didier Farms 16678 Aptakisic Rd, Lincolnshire

Didier Farms is running a great family-friendly pumpkin festival this year! They'll have rides, animal land, a corn maze, pony rides, a silly string asylum, and more! Going to the...

Free

Scarecrow Trail

October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023

Morton Arboretum 4100 IL-53, Lisle

Peruse the beautiful changing colors of Morton Arboretum and spot 50 different scarecrows made by local scout troops!

Included in admission

Haunted Dolls 2: Riddles of the Wayward Spirit

October 9, 2023 - November 5, 2023

Chicago History Museum 1601 N Clark St, Chicago

There's nothing creepier than a creepy doll. The Chicago History Museum is hosting their spooky scavenger hunt of creepy dolls. Use riddles from Chicago history to help find the dolls.

Included in admission

Windy Acres Fall Fest

September 16, 2023 @ 10:00 am - October 31, 2023 @ 6:00 pm

Windy Acres Farm 37w446 Fabyan Pkwy, Geneva

U-Pick apples, moon bounces, mini golf, kiddie trains, corn mazes, and more!

$22

Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up

September 21, 2023 @ 8:00 am - November 5, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Goose Island 1265 W Le Moyne St, Chicago

Jack's Pumpkin Pop-Up is returning and there are LOTS of different packages that are perfect for Halloween-themed family fun. There's a corn maze, carnival games, a pumpkin patch, lots of...

$22

Peppa’s Spooktacular Halloween Storytime Event

October 1, 2023 @ 8:00 am - October 31, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Peppa Pig's World of Play 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg

"From October 1st - 31st, meet Peppa all dressed up and ready for Halloween! We have lots of special activities in store for you - don't miss out! Join us...

$27

Pumpkin Fest

October 1, 2023 @ 9:00 am - October 31, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton

Wheaton's adorable zoo, Cosley Zoo, is hosting its 39th pumpkin festival for the whole month of October. There will be pumpkins, fall treats, and carnival rides for small kids!

Included with zoo admission

Night of 1,000 Jack-O-Lanterns

October 11, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - October 15, 2023 @ 10:30 pm

Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe

Marvel at artist-carved jack-o-lanterns that line the beautiful pathways of the Chicago Botanic Garden. You'll find costumed entertainers, live carving demos, and seasonal food and drink items.

$19

Glass Pumpkin Patch

October 13, 2023 @ 10:00 am - October 15, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Morton Arboretum 4100 IL-53, Lisle

Learn about glass blowing and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Morton Arboretum. Glass Pumpkin Patch Pre-Sale Event: from 10:00 a.m. to 12:59 p.m. on Friday, October 13 before the shopping...

Included in admission

Boo! with Sue

October 13, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago

"Trick-or-treat yourself to a night at the Field Museum! This not-so-scary after hours event will spark curiosity for the entire family. Families with kids ages 2 to 12 will get...

$27 – $55