7 events found.
All Day
Haunted Dolls 2: Riddles of the Wayward Spirit
Chicago History Museum 1601 N Clark St, Chicago
Included in admission
Ongoing
Peppa’s Spooktacular Halloween Storytime Event
Peppa Pig's World of Play 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg
$27
Haunted Halloween Maze
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Haunted Halloween Maze
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Haunted Halloween Maze
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
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
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
Haunted Halloween Maze
Check out the creepy characters at the Haunted Halloween Maze on Navy Pier. This is SCARY, so it's not recommended for children younger than 10.
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Haunted Halloween Maze
Check out the creepy characters at the Haunted Halloween Maze on Navy Pier. This is SCARY, so it's not recommended for children younger than 10.
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
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
Haunted Halloween Maze
Check out the creepy characters at the Haunted Halloween Maze on Navy Pier. This is SCARY, so it's not recommended for children younger than 10.
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Sycamore Pumpkin Festival
Enjoy some pumpkins, delicious food and drink, live music and plenty of family-friendly activities at this annual festival that has been ranked one of the best festivals in Illinois by Travel Magazine.
Free
Haunted Halloween Maze
Check out the creepy characters at the Haunted Halloween Maze on Navy Pier. This is SCARY, so it's not recommended for children younger than 10.
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Haunted Halloween Maze
Check out the creepy characters at the Haunted Halloween Maze on Navy Pier. This is SCARY, so it's not recommended for children younger than 10.
Tickets are purchased at the door. Im still trying to confirm a price
Sunday, October 22, 2023
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October 22, 2023 -Fall on the Farm
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October 22, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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October 22, 2023 -Roscoe Village Halloween Block Party
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October 22, 2023 -Taylor Swift Paint & Sip
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
Roscoe Village Halloween Block Party
Enjoy live music, a drink tent, photo ops, and plenty of Halloween candy!
Free
Taylor Swift Paint & Sip
"Calling all Swifites to this special paint and sip event at Time Out Market Chicago. Each attendee will paint a canvas depicting the one & only Taylor Swift with some guidance from an expert instructor. Your ticket includes a canvas, painting supplies, an apron, guidance from an expert instructor and a $20 Time Out Market...
$75
Monday, October 23, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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October 24, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 24, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 24, 2023 -Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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October 25, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 25, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 25, 2023 -Fall Festival
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
Thursday, October 26, 2023
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October 26, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 26, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Shedd Aquarium
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October 26, 2023 -Free Family Day at the Chicago Children’s Museum
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October 26, 2023 -Reels at the Rialto: Hocus Pocus
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
Reels at the Rialto: Hocus Pocus
See the classic movie at the historic theater in Joliet! Tickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating is General Admission—first come, first serve. Cash and credit will be accepted for payment. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Tonights' Show: Hocus Pocus
$5
Friday, October 27, 2023
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October 27, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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October 27, 2023 -Frozen Frights
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
Frozen Frights
Join the Glenview Community Ice Center for an evening public session with a Halloween theme, open to all. Dress up in your costume and enjoy ice skating to spooky music under the disco ball. Other activities include: Giveaways Halloween crafts Ice Bumper Car rides admission: Free with a season skate pass. $7 per skater for everyone...
$4 – $7
Saturday, October 28, 2023
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October 28, 2023 -Centralia Halloween Parade and Fall Festival
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October 28, 2023 -Museum Safari
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October 28, 2023 -Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
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October 28, 2023 -Character Storytime: Mirabel
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October 28, 2023 -Slightly Spooky Saturday
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October 28, 2023 -Upside Down Halloween Parade
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October 28, 2023 -Lincoln Spark Spooktacular
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October 28, 2023 -Not So Scary, Scary Halloween
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October 28, 2023 -Island Party Hut Fall Festival
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October 28, 2023 -Booseum Bash
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October 28, 2023Dia de Los Muertos Halloween Party
Centralia Halloween Parade and Fall Festival
Centralia, in Central Illinois, is known for its festivals. Not only do they have an awesome hot air balloon festival, but they. have a fantastic Halloween parade and festival. There will be a chili cook-off, parade, costume contest, live music, and plenty of kid-friendly activities!
Free
Museum Safari
"Attention junior explorers! Through hands-on learning, exhibit exploration, storytime sessions, and interactive craft projects, your junior explorer will embark on an adventure-packed museum safari while becoming an animal enthusiast along the way! On their expedition, campers and their grown-ups will answer scientific questions, like: Why do tigers and zebras have stripes? What’s the fastest animal on earth?...
$30 – $40
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
Character Storytime: Mirabel
Bring your kids to a character storytime featuring Mirabel from Encanto! After 30 minutes of reading, Mirabel will meet and take photos with the kids.
Free
Slightly Spooky Saturday
Head to Navy Pier for this annual Halloween Party. They will have: Trick-or-Treat Bonanza – Come dressed in your most enchanting costumes and embark on a Trick-or-Treat adventure like no other. – Explore over 70 candy stations dotted around Navy Pier, generously stocked with sweets from none other than the iconic Ferrara Candy. Artistic Enchantment...
Free
Upside Down Halloween Parade
"Join us for the 4th Annual UPSIDE DOWN Halloween Parade, presented by LUMA8 & the City of Chicago and sponsored by World’s Finest Chocolate. The event will take place on Saturday, October 28th, from 12-2pm in Washington Park! The Upside Down Halloween Parade serves as the Grand Finale of Chicago Halloweek 2023. Chicago children and their...
Free
Lincoln Spark Spooktacular
Explore beautiful Lincoln Park by trick-or-treating in the neighborhood. The event on Saturday takes place along Lincoln Avenue but theres one on Sunday on Clark street.
Free
Not So Scary, Scary Halloween
Head to the Bronzeville Children's Museum and: Create a Boo Halloween Mobile Have a Halloween Costume Parade Watch a Halloween Film Hear spooky stories Take home a ghoulish goody bag
$5
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
Booseum Bash
Head to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum to go Trick-or-Treating, do Halloween crafts, and have close encounters with creepy crawlers! Tickets include entry to the museum. Children 2 and under are free. Museums for All pricing is available upon request. Email:programs@naturemuseum.org
$20 – $30
Dia de Los Muertos Halloween Party
Come to this FREE Dia ee Los Muertos-themed Halloween Party. Kids are welcome, but it's recommended to come earlier. There will be face painters, palm readers, costume contests, DJs and more!
Free