Creepy Critters Month
Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, NapervilleCelebrate all things creepy during the month of October Drop in anytime during our open hours: Saturday 9 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 1:30...
Free
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Events Calendar
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Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoFree Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert...
Free
Free Parking Wednesday
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonNew for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For...
Free
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, BarringtonA special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to 6 with adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a first come,...
Free
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak BrookWednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Trick-or-Treating at Museum of Illusions Chicago
Museum of Illusions Chicago 25 E Washington Street, ChicagoExperience the mystery of illusions this Halloween at the Museum of Illusions Chicago. While MOI is known for its tricks, it also wants to treat guests. Kids can get a...
Included in general admission
DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days
DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, ChicagoDuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s....
Free
LEGO Builders
Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, LisleThis open LEGO play session is designed to let kids’ imaginations lead the way. LEGOs and challenges are provided. For Grades K–4.
Free
Wild Wednesdays
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, ChicagoWild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug...
Free
Halloween Event
Bass Pro Shops 709 Janes Avenue, BolingbrookHave Fun with Us for the Halloween Weekend! It’s time to celebrate Halloween! Stop by for trick-or-treating. Participate in a Costume Parade. Get a Digital Photo Download. October 25: 4pm-8pm...
Free
Halloween on the Riverwalk
Amphitheater on the Riverwalk SE Corner of Jackson & Eagle St, NapervilleGoblins, pumpkins and puppets, oh my! Children of all ages and their caregivers can dress in costume and enjoy Halloween fun at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre. Get into the spirit with...
Community Halloween Event
Hoffman Estates High School 1100 W Higgins Road, Hoffman EstatesCome join us for INDOOR crafts, games, pictures, and lots of candy. For preschoolers and children up to the age of 10. For information on more events like this,...
Free
Spooktacular Fun Night
Westmont Community Center 75 East Richmond St. , WestmontThe whole family is invited to a safe and fun-filled evening as you trick or treat through the Community Center with us! Lift your spirits when you meet Wacky Drac...
Free
Haunted House
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin ParkYou won’t want to miss our annual Halloween Haunted House! This years theme…SKELETONS. Don’t forget to come dressed in your Halloween costume! For information on more events like this,...
Free
Haunted Activity House – Dance Party
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, WheatonCome explore our Haunted Activity House designed and created by our very own Teen Volunteers. Activities within are a secret so we hope you enjoy the surprise! For information...
Free
Dia de los Muertos Wreaths
Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., BerwynFamilies with Children. Registration is required. Honor your departed loved ones with your family on Dia de los Muertos with this very special craft. Familias con niños. Es necesario registrarse....
Free
Trunk or Treat
Connolly Recreation Center 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, MedinahGet ready to celebrate Halloween in a safe, community-centered environment where creativity and festive spirits come alive. Stroll through our parking lot transformed into a magical Halloween wonderland with creatively...
Free
House of Creeps
Wintrust Field 1999 S Springinsguth Road, SchaumburgThe 3rd-Annual Schaumburg Halloween Carnival invites Chicagoland to experience two full weekends of boo-tastic family fun, featuring thrilling rides, spooky House of Creeps haunted house, tasty treats, trick-or-treating, costume contests,...
$17.50 – $25
Wednesday Fun Night
Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington HeightsCome in your pajamas or your play clothes; just be sure to bring the whole family for this evening storytime that features a different activity each week. For kids up...
Free
Halloween Storytime and Trick or Treat
Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, PalatineShow off your costume at this spooky storytime. Afterwards, trick-or-treat through the library to collect stickers to create a Halloween scene. All Ages. Sign-up begins two weeks prior to each...
Free
Family Craft Night
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, AuroraBring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature up-cycled materials. Ages 4+ with a caregiver.
Free
Día de los Muertos and Halloween Bilingual Storytime
Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, AuroraDress up to enjoy a bilingual story time alongside Princess Rapunzel of Corona! All ages welcome. ¡Vístete para disfrutar de un cuento bilingüe para todas las edades junto a la...
Free
Reels at the Rialto
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N Chicago St, JolietRialto Square Theatre is excited to announce our year-round movie series called “Reels at the Rialto.” This movie series is a nod to our Vaudeville movie palace past. “It’s important...
$5
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