• Happy Times Pumpkin Fest

    Didier Farms 16678 Aptakisic Rd, Lincolnshire, United States

    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
  • Windy Acres Fall Fest

    Windy Acres Farm 37w446 Fabyan Pkwy, Geneva, IL, United States

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

    $22
  • Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up

    Goose Island 1265 W Le Moyne St, Chicago, United States

    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
  • Scarecrow Trail

    Morton Arboretum 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL, United States

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

    Included in admission
  • Peppa’s Spooktacular Halloween Storytime Event

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

    "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

    Cosley Zoo 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL, United States

    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
  • Scarecrow Festival

    St. Charles 8 North Ave., St. Charles, IL, United States

    Roaming magicians, live music, a family-fun zone, a professional pumpkin carver, and fall food and treats!

    Free
  • Fab Lab Circuit Bending Saturday Camp

    Fab Lab Circuit Bending Saturday Camp
    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    "Circuit Bending is the electronics craft of repurposing pre-made electronic circuits to create something new, usually an audio synthesizer. Each camper will be instructed by members of the Wanger Family...

    $290
  • Science Works

    "Learn about cool jobs and hot careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) straight from the professionals at our Museum-wide career celebration. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, Science...

  • Boo! at the Zoo

    Boo! at the Zoo
    Brookfield Zoo 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL, United States

    Head to the zoo in your favorite costume and check out creepy crawlers, and more Halloween-themed surprises. All kids will leave with a sweet treat!

    Included with zoo admission
  • Fall Fest at Athletic Field Park

    Athletic Field Park 3546 W Addison St, Chicago, United States

    Family fun, pony rides, a petting zoo, train rides, food, music, games and so much more!

    Free
  • Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

    Fall Fest
    Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a...

    Free
  • Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Join a family-favorite musician, Dawn Marie,  in singing kids songs! This class is geared towards kids 6 & under.

    Free
  • Gingarte Capoeira Chicago

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Join Gingarte Capoeira Chicago as they share how this unique martial art combines elements of fight, dance, acrobatics, rhythm, music and philosophy, to form a cultural expression.

    Included in admission
  • Island Party Hut Fall Festival

    Island Party Hut Fall Festival
    Island Party Hut 355 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, United States

    This weekly festival is a great way to soak up some fall fun! At Island Party Hut on the Chicago Riverwalk: Live Music from 1-4pm & 5-8pm Hayrides on the...

    $5
  • Boo! at the Zoo

    Boo! at the Zoo
    Brookfield Zoo 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL, United States

    Head to the zoo in your favorite costume and check out creepy crawlers, and more Halloween-themed surprises. All kids will leave with a sweet treat!

    Included with zoo admission
  • Fall on the Farm

    Fall on the Farm
    Lockwood Park 5201 SAFFORD ROAD, Rockford, United States

    This family-friendly farm will have a petting zoo, wagon rides, pony rides, pumpkin painting. and more!   Visiting the farm is free, but participating in the activities is an added...

    Free
  • Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

    Fall Fest
    Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a...

    Free
  • Haunted Dolls 2: Riddles of the Wayward Spirit

    Chicago History Museum 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    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
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family...

    Free