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Scary Stories

Willow Pond Park (Willowbrook) Plainfield Rd and Adams St, Willowbrook, IL, United States

In the spirit of Halloween, come to Willow Pond and read some scary stories about ghosts, ghouls and ghastly things and get ready for All Hallows Eve! You can enjoy some hot cider or hot chocolate and snacks as we share stories that will tease your imagination and make you think what is lurking around...

$10
Event Series Spooky Trail

Spooky Trail

Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West Chicago, IL, United States

Looking for a spine-chilling adventure this Halloween Weekend? Venture into the darkness at Spooky Trail in Reed-Keppler Park, West Chicago. Encounter eerie clowns, creepy crawlies, and other frights along the .33-mile haunted trail.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Local Hayrides, Forest Walks, and Haunted Houses.

$12 – $17
Event Series Schaumburg Farmers Market

Schaumburg Farmers Market

Trickster Cultural Center 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

At the Schaumburg Farmers Market, you’ll find locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats sold by the vendors that produce them. The market also features decadent pastries, baked goods, meat pies, natural juices, olives and olive oil, pierogies, empanadas, and knife sharpening services. This family...

Free
Event Series Creepy Critters Month

Creepy Critters Month

Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, IL, United States

Celebrate 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 pm - 4:30 pm Enjoy self-guided activities about spiders, snakes, bats, rats, crows, vultures, owls and more! Go on an indoor Creepy Critters Scavenger Hunt...

Free

Monster Playdough Sculpting

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

We will bring out our collection of play dough and tools, so you can drop in and sculpt some monster fun!

Free
Event Series Community Partner Playdate

Community Partner Playdate

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Join us for a playdate at the Wheaton Public Library. While children and families socialize, we'll have DuPage County community partners present to share resources including developmental screening, early childhood programming, and more! In partnership with the Wheaton/Warrenville Early Childhood Collaborative and World Relief. No registration required.

Free
Event Series Costume Party Story Time

Costume Party Story Time

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Wear your costume to this special story time! Stories, dancing, and a parade through the Library! Drop in. Meeting Room.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

Free

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