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Spooky Scavenger Hunt

Volkening Heritage Farm 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Let the glow of the oil lamps help you find your way during this family scavenger hunt around the farm. See how many pumpkins you can find.    For information...

Free

Haunted Trail

Springbrook Nature Center 130 Forest Avenue, Itasca, United States

Experience the terrifying 1/3 mile nightmare trail at Springbrook Nature Center. Tickets available at Itasca Waterpark on event day. Family hour 6:00-7:00 PM Active scaring 7:15-9:30 PM.   For information...

Fall Festival

River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United States

Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun.โ€ฏEntertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some...

Free
Event Series Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Gather your ghoulfriends, little ghosts, and goblins for this fun-filled family event. Check out the creatures, creepy crawlers, and more in your costumes at the Halloween-themed event that's perfect for...

included with admission
Event Series Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Danada Equestrian Center 3S507 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserveโ€™s heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5...

$5
Event Series Corn Harvest

Corn Harvest

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

Help with our annual heirloom corn harvest, which will feed the farmโ€™s livestock throughout the year, and learn the importance of corn to an 1890s farm family. Suggested admission donation...

Free
Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United States

Letโ€™s get artsy and crafty! Each session we will complete a craft or piece of art that youโ€™ll take home at the end. Recommended age: 6-11 years

Free
Event Series Free Parking Wednesday

Free Parking Wednesday

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

New 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

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