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Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

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

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, 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, Chicago, United States

Experience 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 head start on trick-or-treating at the Museum during regular operating hours, and don’t forget the tricks! Fan-favorite illusions like Head on a Plate, Ames Room,...

Included in general admission
Event Series Spooky BINGO

Spooky BINGO

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Join us for an hour of SPOOKY fun! All materials will be provided. Prizes available while supplies last. Costumes are welcome! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Indoor Halloween Events.

Free
Event Series Wildlife Connections

Wildlife Connections

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

Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.

Free

Monster Boogie

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

Join us for a fun and friendly Monster Boogie! We’ll dance, sing songs and play games together then end with trick or treating through the library! Costumes are encouraged but not required.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Indoor Halloween Events.

Free
Event Series Frankenscience

Frankenscience

Various Locations IL, United States

It's time to celebrate monsters! Listen to a short storytime and then use household supplies to create your very own monster and see how it stands up to engineering challenges! Ages 3-5 with their caregivers. Limit 20 participants.

Free
Event Series Halloween Storytime

Halloween Storytime

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Dress in your costume for a spooky storytime followed by a parade and craft.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

Free

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