Events
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Oct 16, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Trickster Cultural Center, Schaumburg, IL
Produce, cheeses, flowers, honey, meat, and other locally made items found. Weekly entertainment, with schedule to be released.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM St. Charles Outdoor Farmers Market, St. Charles, IL
The outdoor St. Charles Farmers Market takes place along Riverside Avenue, just north of the Municipal Center.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rolling Meadows Library, Rolling Meadows, IL
Stop by the library to make a new craft each week.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Knoch Knolls Nature Center, Naperville, IL
Visit the nature center for spooky fun.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Arlington Heights, IL
Join this special group for new parents.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Primrose Farm, St. Charles, IL
Register in advance for this special storytime at the farm.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Clarendon Hills Public Library, Clarendon Hills, IL
Read a story and make a creative craft inspired by the book. Geared for kids ages 3 to 5 with an adult.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM La Grange Public Library, La Grange, IL
Visit the library for a pop-up program.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Downers Grove Public Library, Downers Grove, IL
Enjoy a bilingual storytime hosted by Language Labs.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Vernon Area Public Library, Lincolnshire, IL
Register in advance for an inspirational session at the library.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Messenger Public Library of North Aurora, North Aurora, IL
Register in advance for a morning of STEAM fun.
Free Registration Required -
Oct 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Glenside Public Library, Glendale Heights, IL
Visit the library for sensory fun.
Free Registration Required -
Oct 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Field Museum, Chicago, IL
Take a closer look at collections and the incredible biological clues hidden within them.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Oak Park Public Library - Main Library, Oak Park, IL
Visit the library for storytime in Spanish.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Franklin Park Public Library, Franklin Park, IL
Visit the library for a storytime about animals.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM St. James Farm Forest Preserve, Warrenville, IL
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by learning about the history of the U.S. flag through a display of various flags
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Oct 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Barnes & Noble, Naperville, IL
Visit the store for a pop-up storytime.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park, IL
Visit the library for bilingual storytime.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
Play games and do puzzles at the library.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Peck Farm Park, Geneva, IL
Visit Peck Farm Park for a personal with a naturalist.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM La Grange Public Library, La Grange, IL
Visit the library to make your own creations.
Free Registration Required -
Oct 16, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Bellwood Public Library, Bellwood, IL
Visit the library to decorate mini pumpkins.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Barrington Area Library, Barrington, IL
Visit the library for LEGO fun.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park, IL
Celebrate Bat Appreciation Month with bat-themed crafts and fun activities.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM Riverside Public Library, Riverside, IL
A book club for students in grades 4 to 5.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Forest Park Public Library, Forest Park, IL
Explore Jewish cuisine in this program for grades 3-5.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Glenview Park District - Park Center, Glenview, IL
Enjoy a sensory-friendly Skelebration with reduced noise and a relaxed atmosphere, plus trick-or-treating, games, a wagon ride, and sponsor activities.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Community Recreation Center, Wheeling, IL
Decorate pumpkins, play games, watch a magic show, and have spooky fun at this free family event.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM North Riverside Public Library, North Riverside, IL
Visit the library for movies and snacks.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Downers Grove Public Library, Downers Grove, IL
Visit the library for "Friday Night at Freddy's" fun.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, Glen Ellyn, IL
Have fun playing BINGO with the Glen Ellyn Park District.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Wintrust Field, Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg Halloween brings three weekends of carnival fun to Wintrust Field with rides, games and classic carnival treats.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Lincoln Park, St. Charles, IL
Join the excitement in Lincoln Park every Thursday night. Be sure to arrive early to purchase snacks, and don't forget your blanket.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Indian Trails Library District - Indian Trails Branch, Prospect Heights, IL
Get crafty with the Indian Trails Public Library. Projects vary by month.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM ARC Center, West Chicago, IL
Jump, walk, trick-or-treat, and celebrate all things Halloween at this annual event.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Glenview Park District - Park Center, Glenview, IL
Bring the family for a Halloween bash featuring inflatables, a DJ, trick-or-treating, crafts, hayrides, and train rides.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex, Bolingbrook, IL
Trunk-or-treat and more spooky fun!
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Indian Boundary YMCA, Downers Grove, IL
Enjoy spooky festivities at the YMCA.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center, Palatine, IL
Purchase ticket in advance for discounted admission to these classic movies!
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Glen Ellyn Public Library, Glen Ellyn, IL
Visit the library for both family-friendly and spooky fun.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Holes & Knolls Miniature Golf Course, Glen Ellyn, IL
Enjoy a family-friendly spooky round of golf at Holes & Knolls.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Town Square Wheaton, Wheaton, IL
Enjoy a double feature at this outdoor event.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Bulger Park Veterans Park District, Melrose Park, IL
There’s endless fun to be had at this free family block party.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library, Naperville, IL
Come early to pick up tickets for this special meet-and-greet.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center, Chicago, IL
Features a scavenger hunt, games, and crafts at Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library, Brookfield, IL
Head to the library after hours for fun and games.
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Oct 16, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM The Forge Adventure Park & Ziplines, Lemont, IL
Step into an enchanting world of pumpkins, magic, and mischief. Tickets can be purchased in advance to ensure availability.
$16.15 - $25.24 Registration Recommended -
Oct 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Springbrook Nature Center, Itasca, IL
Located at the Springbrook Nature Center, this scary trail is 1/3 mile long. Age 11 and under must be supervised by an adult.
$10.00
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