7 events found.
All Day
Ongoing
Peppa’s Spooktacular Halloween Storytime Event
Peppa Pig's World of Play 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg
$27
Week of Events
Happy Times Pumpkin Fest
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 farm is FREE but some of the activities cost money.
Free
Windy Acres Fall Fest
U-Pick apples, moon bounces, mini golf, kiddie trains, corn mazes, and more!
$22
Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up
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 photo opportunities, and more! Kids 4 and under are FREE!
$22
Scarecrow Trail
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
"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 for a fun and spooktacular story session, just for the little ones. Meet Peppa in her Halloween outfit, for a special family photo. Play the...
$27
Pumpkin Fest
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
Roaming magicians, live music, a family-fun zone, a professional pumpkin carver, and fall food and treats!
Free
Haunted Dolls 2: Riddles of the Wayward Spirit
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
Night of 1,000 Jack-O-Lanterns
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
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 starts at 1:00 p.m. Visitors can view and explore the collection of glass pumpkins before the sale kicks off. Shop at the Glass Pumpkin Patch:...
Included in admission
Pumpkin Train
Enjoy a ride on Halloween-themed electric interurban trains to a pumpkin patch. Enjoy the rest of the museum as well and ride any other operating trains!
$14
Cantigny Fall Festival
Head to beautiful Cantigny for their annual fall festival. There will be family-friendly fun announced soon!
$15
Sunday, October 8, 2023
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October 8, 2023 -Boo! at the Zoo
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October 8, 2023 -Fall on the Farm
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October 8, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
Boo! at the Zoo
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
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 fee.
Free
Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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 pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
Free
Monday, October 9, 2023
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October 9, 2023 -Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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October 9, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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 or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or...
Free
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online, and the discount is applied at checkout.
Free
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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October 10, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 10, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 10, 2023 -Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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October 10, 2023 -Bilingual Story Time
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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 or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or...
Free
Bilingual Story Time
During Latinx Heritage Month, join Laura Rodriguez-Romaní, founder of Los Amigos Books, for a fun-filled bilingual story time with your child. Afterward, both you and your child can participate in a short activity led by Field Museum staff.
Free
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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October 11, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 11, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 11, 2023 -Fall Festival
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October 11, 2023 -The Goonies at Gallagher Way
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
The Goonies at Gallagher Way
Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie showing of The Goonies! Gates open at 6 p.m. select Wednesdays and the movie begins at 7:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring carry-out food from Gallagher Way restaurants. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. Beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, candy, popcorn, ice cream and other snacks are for sale in...
Free
Thursday, October 12, 2023
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October 12, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 12, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
General Admission is FREE for Illinois Residents today! You must show proof of residency and reserve your tickets online ahead of time here.
Free
Friday, October 13, 2023
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October 13, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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October 13, 2023 -Boo! with Sue
Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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 pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
Free
Boo! with Sue
"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 up close and personal with creepy crawlers, conduct their own owl pellet dissection, explore fascinating exhibits, and learn about specimens in our collection from our...
$27 – $55
Saturday, October 14, 2023
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October 14, 2023 -Boo! at the Zoo
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October 14, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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October 14, 2023 -Pumpkin Patch at Horner Park
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October 14, 2023 -Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie
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October 14, 2023 -Family Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art
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October 14, 2023 -Ballet Folkorico de Chicago
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October 14, 2023 -Pumpkin Pool Splash
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October 14, 2023 -Island Party Hut Fall Festival
Boo! at the Zoo
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
Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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 pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
Free
Pumpkin Patch at Horner Park
Enjoy Halloween-themed carnival games, inflatables, photo stations, and pumpkin decorating! Pumpkins are $5, but everything else is free!
Free
Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie
Join a family-favorite musician, Dawn Marie, in singing kids songs! This class is geared towards kids 6 & under.
Free
Family Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Enjoy FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art and family-friendly activities! Schedule: Finger Knitting Crown Family Room Create finger knittings with artist Nelly Agassi and explore different fiber materials and yarn making. Lumpen Radio Pop-Up Station Crown Family Room Join radio hosts Stephanie Manriquez and Charlie Garcia to tell your favorite family stories. These...
Free
Ballet Folkorico de Chicago
"Enjoy a celebration of Mexican culture and traditions with Ballet Folklorico de Chicago. Ballet Folklorico de Chicago is one of the largest Mexican folkloric organizations in Illinois and the Midwest. They take pride in being an all-inclusive organization and teach their students about Mexican culture through dance, language, and traditions."-From the Field Museum Website
Included in admission
Pumpkin Pool Splash
"Experience an exhilarating splashdown as colossal pumpkins take the plunge into a sparkling pool, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of color and excitement. Get ready to make a splash of your own amidst the vibrant autumn atmosphere, where fun knows no bounds and laughter echoes through the air. Join us for a day of pumpkin-themed delight...
$14 – $17
Island Party Hut Fall Festival
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 River Fall Cocktails & Beer Apple Cider Donuts Pumpkin Patch Photo Ops Games & More!
$5