Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt Drop In
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesFind all the hidden pumpkins during a fun self-guided scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged.
Free
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Fall Festival
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesCelebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun.β―Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food available to purchase. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.
Free
Boo at the Zoo
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesGather 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 family photo ops. All ages are in for a fang-tastic time, and the kids will leave with a sweet treat. More information coming soon! ...
included with admission
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesWatch out as you explore the Conservatory β you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
Free
Family Sensory Hour
Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United StatesThe Family Sensory Hour offers the opportunity for children with special needs to use the Kids' Library in a safe and welcoming environment before the Library opens. Live in-person. Registration required.
Free
Spooktacular
Downtown Lombard St. Charles Road & Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United StatesThis Halloween event brings the community, business, crafters and kids together for a fun filled one day event from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Free
Scandinavian Jam
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesCome to the Museum for an afternoon of traditional roots music. We play tunes together and share our favorites with one another. All are welcome...we love meeting new people!
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride
Danada Equestrian Center 3S507 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United StatesEnjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserveβs heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
$5
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