195 Wickedly Fun Halloween Events for Kids in 2025

Family-friendly Halloween events for kids are everywhere this year, and we’re sure they’ll be wickedly awesome. Kids can test out their costumes as well as their trick-or-treating skills. They’ll decorate pumpkins, dance to the “Monster Mash,” and play spooky games.

While some events no longer require registration, we don’t want you to miss out on a spook-tacular good time; we’d recommend clicking through the links for registration details before you go. Don’t forget a bag for all your kids’ treats!

This article is sponsored by Naper Settlement, The Forge: Lemont Quarries, Western Springs Park District, Park District of La Grange, and Elk Grove Park District.

Don’t forget to click the links for details about registration before attending.

Halloween Events for Kids in Chicago’s West Suburbs

Not-So-Haunted Family Tour of Mayslake Hall (Oak Brook)
September 27, 2025 | 2:00pm – 2:45pm
Explore the building with family-friendly spooky stories.

Local Author: Jacqueline A Bienias (Three Stories Books, Lemont)
October 2, 2025 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Visit with local author for her newest addition to the Connor’s Halloween Spirit Trilogy.

Halloween Hoot n Howl (River Forest)
October 3, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Activities include live music, pumpkin painting, bingo, games, s’mores around the bonfire, and more.

Night at the Museum: Halloween Party (DuPage County Historical Museum, Wheaton)
October 3, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a museum-wide scavenger hunt, spooky crafts and more.

Creepy Crawl (Austin Gardens, Oak Park)
October 3, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
A magic show, s’mores, and festive fun at this Halloween event. Register in advance.

Family Fall Fest (Elmhurst)
October 4, 2025 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
Bring the whole family to Safety Town trick-or-treating and festive fall fun.

Halloween Costume Exchange (Clarendon Hills Public Library)
October 4, 2025 | 9:30am – 4:00pm
Drop off costumes in advance.

Ghoulish Market (Berwyn)
October 4, 2025 | 10:00am – 3:00pm
Visit this market for all things Halloween.

Boo! at the Zoo (Brookfield)
October 4 – 31, 2025| Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am – 6:00pm
Family-friendly, not-too-scary event. The decorations stay up all month long, with special programming on the weekends. Check the website for full information.

Teenie Weenie Pumpkins and Munchkins (Carol Stream)
October 4, 2025 | 10:30am – 12:00pm
Registration is required for a morning of fun with arts and crafts, games, and more.

Halloween Costume Swap (Hanover Park Branch, Schaumburg Township District Library)
October 4, 2025 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Find a new (to you) costume at the library.

Fall Fest (Lombard)
October 4, 2025 | 11:30am – 2:30pm
Enjoy family games, dancing, face painting, and much more.

Pumpkin Decorating (Three Stories Books, Lemont)
October 4, 2025 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Head to the bookstore for arts and crafts.

Witches Ride (La Grange)
October 4, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Come watch the witches bike ride at this annual event.

Halloween Trick or Treat Trail (Oak Brook)
October 4, 2025 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Stroll through a half-mile walk along a trick-or-treat trail, then join the arts and crafts, bounce houses, and other activities.

Pumpkin Painting Party (Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago)
October 5, 2025 | 10:30am – 2:00pm
Get creative while visiting the museum.

Halloween Costume Swap (Lemont)
October 9, 2025 | 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Shop for new (to you) costumes.

Day Off School Camp (Gemini Gymnastics Academy, Burr Ridge)
October 10 and 13, 2025 | 8:45am – 11:45am or 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Register in advance for Halloween fun on these days off school.

BooNastics at BIG Gymnastics (Burr Ridge)
October 10, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Head to the gym for a special Halloween-themed play session. Registration is required.

Tiny Twistar Preschool Halloween Pop Up (Gemini Gymnastics Academy, Burr Ridge)
October 10, 2025 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Visit the gym for festive fun. Registration is required.

Ghoulish Golf (St Charles)
October 10 – 12, 2025 | 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy a family-friendly spooky round of golf at River View Miniature Golf Course.

Halloween Happening (Wheaton)
October 10, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Annual Wheaton tradition with crafts, games, and more.

Trick or Treat in the Woods: Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook)
October 10, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Hike along the trail for treats. Register in advance.

Boo Bash (West Chicago)
October 10, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Jump, walk, trick-or-treat, and celebrate all things Halloween at this annual event.

Painting Pumpkins (Lisle)
October 11, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Paint a pumpkin and tour the grounds at the Museums at Lisle Station Park. Register in advance.

Geneva Commons Boo Bash (Geneva)
October 11, 2025 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Join the festive fun with bounce houses, parade, raffles, and more.

Halloween Pet Costume Parade (Berwyn)
October 11, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Register to participate, or just come for the festive fun.

Harvest Fest (Lemont)
October 11, 2025 | 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Enjoy hay rides, face painting, live music, and more.

Howl-O-Ween (Lincoln Park Dog Park, Aurora)
October 11, 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Dogs are in on the spooky fun at this family-friendly event.

Spooktacular Trick or Treat (Berwyn)
October 12, 2025 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Come in costume for a fun-filled event in Proksa Park.

Kids Pumpkin Painting (Little White School Museum, Oswego)
October 13, 2025 | 10:30am – 12:00pm
Get creative and make a pumpkin masterpiece.

Pumpkin Carving Contest (Darien)
October 13, 2025 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Carve your pumpkin, and leave it there for a contest from October 14-17. Prizes will be awarded.

Haunted Gingerbread Houses (Santori Library, Aurora)
October 16, 2025 | 6:30pm – 7:15pm
Pick up tickets in advance to create a gingerbread house.

Haunt on Hirsch Street (Melrose Park)
October 17, 2025 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
There’s endless fun to be had at this free family block party.

Pumpkin Night Hike for Families (Fullersburg Woods, Oak Brook)
October 17 and 18, 2025 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy a nighttime stroll and scavenger hunt. Register in advance.

Fright At Night (Oak Park Conservatory)
October 17, 2025 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Must register in advance for this annual event.

Halloween Happenings (Villa Park)
October 17, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Visit the Iowa Community Center for activities and family entertainment. Register in advance to save.

Cosley Zoo Spooktacular (Wheaton)
October 17, 2025 | 5:15pm – 8:30pm
Experience an evening stroll through the zoo while enjoying the family friendly decorations, activities, and pumpkin decorating.

Field Family Nights: Boo with SUE (Chicago)
October 17, 2025 | 5:30pm – 9:30pm
Purchase tickets in advance for a night of fun at the Field Museum.

Pumpkin Swim (Oak Brook)
October 17, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:45pm
Kids can swim to search for candy capsules filled with prizes. There will also be activities on deck throughout the night. Register to ensure participation.

Halloween at the YMCA (Indian Boundary YMCA, Downers Grove)
October 17, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Games, trunk-or-treat, music, and more at this annual event.

Drive-In Movie: Hotel Transylvania (Lemont) 
October 17, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Register in advance for a spot at Centennial Park.

Halloween Boo Bash (Burr Ridge)
October 18, 2025 | 9:00am – 11:45am
Register in advance for Pleasant Dale Park District’s annual festivities.

Halloween Story Stroll at the Grand Pavilion (Naperville)
October 18, 2025 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
Come in costume for crafts, reading and prizes.

Forest Park Casket Races
October 18, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:30pm
Watch the casket races, and stay for the trick-or-treating along Madison Street.

NJWC Trick or Treat at Naperville Safety Town
October 18, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:30pm
Learn Halloween safety will trick-or-treating. Donation fee is per family.

Spooky Zoo (Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Trick-or-treat and enjoy special Halloween festivities at the zoo.

Halloween Trick-or-Treating (Town Square, Wheaton)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the shops for treats.

Halloween Safety Event (Montgomery)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Don’t forget to wear costumes at this annual event hosted by the Montgomery Police Department.

The Great Sand Ridge (Tiny) Pumpkin Hunt (Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Find pumpkins hidden and bring one home.

Haunted Hangar (Clow International Airport, Bolingbrook)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm
Play games and walk through the spooky hangar. Admission is cash only.

Wicked West Fest Halloween Costume Contest (Westmont)
October 18, 2025 | 10:30am – 11:00am
Join the fun in downtown Westmont. Sign up at 10:15am.

Fall Family Festival (Hinsdale)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
Come in costume, trick-or-treat through downtown, and enjoy family-friendly fun at this free event.

Trick or Treat Trail (Westmont)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Trick or treat through Downtown Westmont businesses as part of their Wicked West Fest celebrations. Caskets on Cass Race will begin at 12:00pm.

BOO-tiful Saturday (Elmhurst City Centre)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Trick-or-treat, listen to music, and play spooky activities.

Halloween Boo Bash (Winfield)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
Costume contest, trick-or-treating, games, and more at this inaugural event.

A Happenin’ Halloween (Lombard)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Come dressed in your favorite superhero or villain gear to enjoy the festivities.

Harvest Bash (Prisco Community Center, Aurora)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
Enjoy this festive event with themed crafts, prizes, costumes, and much more.

Monster Mash (Lombard)
October 18, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Enjoy crafts, music, and more at Yorktown Center.

BOO-seum Bash (Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago)
October 18, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Tickets can be purchased in advance for this festive fun.

Escape The Mansion (Geneva)
October 18, 2025 | 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Put your skills to the test and try to escape the Stephen Persinger Recreation Center.

Tricks for Treats (Elmhurst)
October 18, 2025 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Join the gymnastics fun with a Halloween twist.

Monster Madness (Lisle)
October 18, 2025 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Autumn fun fair filled with friendly games, pumpkin patch, and crafts.

Monster Mash Inc. (North Berwyn)
October 18, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join the festive fun with dancing, photo opportunities, games, and more.

Pumpkin Patch Pool Party (Aurora)
October 18, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Swim and decorate pumpkins at the Vaughn Athletic Center. Register in advance to ensure participation.

Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade (Downtown Chicago)
October 18, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Join the vibrant, family-friendly celebration of creativity and community.

BOO! Brunch (Brookfield Zoo)
October 19, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Register for a 10:00am or 12:00pm seating at this spooky brunch.

Spooktacular (Lombard)
October 19, 2025 | 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Trick-or-treat, join the costume contest, and so much more and this spooky event through Downtown Lombard.

Trick-or-Treat Night at Color Factory (Chicago)
October 19, 2025 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Explore trick-or-treating at the Color Factory with unique, themed experiences.

Pumpkin Picasso (Clarendon Hills)
October 22, 2025 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Register for this messy event.

Family Pumpkin Carving (La Grange Park)
October 22, 2025 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Register in advance to let them know you’ll be bringing a pumpkin to this festival.

Creepy Critters (Jurica Suchy Nature Museum, Lisle)
October 22, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
This annual event returns with spooky fun around the nature museum.

Wonderween Pumpkin Festival (Wonder Works Museum, Oak Park)
October 23 – 31, 2025 | times vary
Join the Halloween themed activities throughout the museum, including a costume parade and art projects.

Monster Bash (Lombard)
October 23, 2025 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Enjoy delicious treats, and play spooky games at Lombard’s Halloween festival.

Halloween Haunted House and Trunk or Treat (White Oak Public Library, Romeoville)
October 23, 2025 | 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Explore the haunted house, then head outside for extra treats and activities.

Trick-Or-Treat Pet Parade (Two Bostons Pet Boutique, Naperville)
October 23, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Register to parade through downtown Naperville and win costume prizes.

Trick or Treat: Halloween Fun at LaGrange Park Antique Mall
October 24, 2025 | 11:00am – 7:00pm
Visit the shops before the Haunted Trolley stops at 31st Street Plaza.

Trick-or-Treating Fun (Danada Square East, Wheaton)
October 24, 2025 | 3:30pm – 6:00pm
Trick-or-treat among the stores and stop for extra festive fun.

Haunted Trolley (La Grange Park)
October 24, 2025 | 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Hop on the trolley to trick-or-treat among businesses.

Boo With the Blue (Lemont Police Department)
October 24, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
A spooktacular evening filled with fun, treats, and community spirit.

Halloween Hoopla (Western Springs)
October 24, 2025 | 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Pre-registration is required for this annual festive event.

Family Pumpkin Carving Party (Melrose Park)
October 24, 2025 | 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Leave the mess to the experts at the Veterans Park District.

Family Night Trick-or-Treating (Cantigny Park, Wheaton)
October 24, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Wear costumes and walk through the park to find treats.

Trick or Treat in the Woods: Isle a la Cache (Romeoville)
October 24, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Dress for the weather, as you’ll hike the trails at Isle a la Cache for tricks and treats. Register in advance. 

Parkie’s Pumpkin Patch (Bolingbrook)
October 24, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Hunt for your perfect pumpkin from a number of sizes, decorate it, and enjoy other festive activities.

Trick or Treat on the Trails (St. Charles)
October 24, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Visit Hickory Knolls for a night of Halloween fun. Register in advance.

Family Broomstick Bash (North Riverside)
October 24, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Join the festive fun at this dance party.

Fright on Ice (Hruby Ice Arena at Ridgeland Common, Oak Park)
October 24, 2025 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Visit the ice rink for a spooky skating session. Register in advance for discounted admission.

Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt (Lombard)
October 24, 2025 | 7:00pm – 7:45pm
Find pumpkins throughout Knolls Community Park to earn prizes.

Howl O Ween Dog Parade (Geneva)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 10:00am
Bring your four-legged friends for this festive parade. Prizes are awarded.

Halloween Window Painting (Downtown Downers Grove)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
Visit Downtown Dowers Grove to decorate the windows for spooky season.

Streeterville Dog Halloween Party (Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 11:00am
Join the fun at this annual pet costume contest and parade.

Pumpkin Palooza (DuPage Children’s Museum, Naperville)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
DCM’s annual event returns with spooky STEM activities.

Halloween Festival and Parade (Glen Ellyn)
October 25, 2025 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
Join the parade and trick-or-treat through downtown Glen Ellyn.

Boo Bash (Glen Ellyn)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:30am
Weave through the trick-or-treat trail, but don’t forget to take your pumpkin home!

Halloween Fun Fest 2.0 and Parade (Bartlett Village Hall)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Enjoy the festivities and parade, then stay to trick-or-treat through downtown Bartlett.

Halloween Party (Westchester)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Enjoy spooky, festive fun with the Westchester Park District.

Downtown Wheaton Trick-or-Treat
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Stroll the streets of Wheaton, cruising for candy.

Costume Parade, Resource Fair and Treats (Scoville Park, Oak Park)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Enjoy a costume parade and other festivities hosted by Collab4Kids.

Halloween Hayday (Geneva)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
It’s time to get spooky with a variety of fun-filled games, costume contest, Halloween egg hunt, hay rides, entertainment, bounce houses, and more.

Spooky Scavenger Hunt (Fox Valley Mall, Aurora)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Meet and greet characters, scavenger hunt, and more.

BatFest (Downtown Batavia)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Trick-or-treat through downtown Batavia, join the parade, and countless other ways to have fun at this annual event.

Downtown Trick or Treat (Oswego)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Come in costume to stop by the shops for treats.

Boo-Tacular (Center on Halsted, Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Face painting, games, and more festive fun.

Monsters on Mainstreet (Brookfield)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Trick or treat in the business districts. Giveaways are available, as supplies last.

Halloween Parade (Lyman Woods Nature Center, Downers Grove)
October 25, 2025 | 10:30am – 5:00pm
Come in costume, learn about the animals, and explore the nature center. Register in advance.

Lanterns and Legends: A Historic Jack-O’-Lantern Event (Graue Mill and Museum, Oak Brook)
October 25 and 26, 2025 | 11:00am – 4:00pm
Enjoy crafts and spooky stories. Register in advance.

Horsin’ Around Day: Trick-or-Treat at Danada (Danada Equestrian Center, Wheaton)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Enjoy tractor-drawn wagon rides and trick-or-treating among the horses.

Downtown Lisle Trick-or-Treating
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit shops for treats, not tricks.

Lemontster Trick-or-Treating (Lemont)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Festivities are happening all throughout Downtown Lemont on this fun-filled afternoon.

Howl-o-ween Canine Costume Contest (Westchester) 
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Four-legged friends come in costume for this event.

Halloween Trail Fest (Hillside)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit Eisenhower Community Park for festive fun.

Slightly Spooky Saturday (Navy Pier, Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm
 Trick-or-treat throughout Navy Pier.

Trick-or-Treat Trail (Carol Stream)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Stroll through Red Hawk Park with games, activities, and treats. Don’t forget to register in advance to save.

Halloweekend-Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat (North Berwyn)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Halloween festivities including a costume contest, pumpkin patch, and more.

Downtown Aurora Retailer Trick or Treat
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit the shops for extra special treats.

Downtown Trick-or-Treating and Trunk-or-Treat (West Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Two events happening at once in downtown West Chicago.

Monster Mash Bash (Oswego)
October 25, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
This year’s event is filled with crafts, candy, and countless opportunities for fun. Register in advance for discounted admission.

Boo! Ridge (Burr Ridge Village Center)
October 25, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Celebrate Halloween fun at this annual event.

Spooky Stories, and S’mores (Thatcher Woods Pavilion, River Forest)
October 25, 2025 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Enjoy crafts, stories, and s’mores at this outdoor event.

Goblin Games (Grace Holistic Center for Education, Yorkville)
October 25, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Games, crafts, candy, and more. No registration required.

Fa-BOO-lous Pumpkin Carving Party (St. Charles)
October 25, 2025 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm
Visit Primrose Farm for Halloween fun. Must register in advance.

Halloween Hoopla (Willowbrook)
October 25, 2025 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Games, DJ, trunk-or-treat and more at this annual event hosted. by Willowbrook Burr Ridge Chamber of Commerce.

Music House Halloween Party (Music House School of Performing Arts, Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Join the festive fun with photo opportunities, treats, and more.

Halloween Walk (Clarendon Hills)
October 25, 2025 | 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Walk through downtown businesses and find treats. Then stay for the Halloween social.

Halloween Show (Fox Valley Mall, Aurora)
October 25, 2025 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit the mall for a festive balloon show.

Spooktacular Halloween Festival (Bolingbrook)
October 25, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Visit the Promenade for Halloween fun including costume parade and trick-or-treating.

Spooktacular Sleepunder (Gemini Gymnastics Academy, Burr Ridge)
October 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy a spooky night at Gemini. Registration is required.

Halloween Hop (Downtown Naperville)
October 26, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Trick or treat through the streets of downtown Naperville at this annual event.

Spooktacular Brunch (Drury Lane, Oak Brook)
October 26, 2025 | 10:30am – 2:30pm
Bring your little monsters to this festive brunch.

Trick or Treat at Naper Settlement (Naperville)
October 26, 2025 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Walk through historic Naperville buildings as you trick-or-treat through stations.

Halloween Costume Contest (Fishel Park, Downers Grove)
October 26, 2025 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Join the Downers Grove Lions Club’s contest before trick-or-treating begins.

Halloween Party & Magic Show (Three Stories Books, Lemont)
October 26, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit the book store for an enchanting Halloween celebration.

Downtown Downers Grove Trick-or-Treating
October 26, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit the shops for treats.

Halloween Happening (Naperville)
October 26, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Activities, games, and treats at this family-friendly Halloween event for kids 10 and under.

Boo Bash at the Pond (Willowbrook)
October 26, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Join the Halloween festivities with a trick-or-treat trail, spooky stories, and more.

Trick or Treat on Southport (Chicago)
October 27, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Stop for treats among the stores and enjoy family-friendly festivities.

Pumpkin Patch (North Riverside)
October 28, 2025 | 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Come pick the perfect pumpkin for decorating.

Halloween on the Riverwalk (Naperville)
October 29, 2025 | 4:30pm – 5:15pm
Join a special Halloween storytime hosted by the Naperville Public Library.

Halloween Night Hike (Lake Katherine, Palos Heights)
October 29, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:45pm
Enjoy a 1 mile stroll of trick-or-treating fun. Register in advance.

Monster Bash on the Boo-mobile (Arwa Yemini Coffee, Bolingbrook)
October 30, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the Fountaindale Public Library’s Bookmobile for festive fun.

Halloween in the Park (95th Street Library)
October 30, 2025 | 11:15am – 12:00pm
Join the festive fun before trick-or-treating on Friday.

Downtown Trick-or-Treating (Geneva)
October 30, 2025 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Don’t forget costumes for your visit to the stores.

Spooktacular Fun Night (Westmont)
October 30, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Trick-or-treat at the Community Center during this event with costumes, goodies, and crafts.

Tween Hallow’s Eve Dance (Glen Ellyn)
October 30, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Join this festive night just for tweens.

Boo Bash (Clarendon Hills)
October 30, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Come for the festivities and stay for the showing of Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest.

Trick or Treating at Wilder Park (Aurora)
October 31, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Celebrate Halloween at this festive event hosted by City of Aurora staff.

Blodgett House Boo Fest (Downers Grove)
October 31, 2025 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Trick-or-treat through the historic Victorian house decorated for Halloween, then play some spooky Halloween games.

All Hallow’s Eve Outdoor Adventures (Harvest Park, Burr Ridge)
October 31, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:15pm
Trick-or-treat throughout the park. Registration is required.

Monsters in Smith Park (Lyons)
October 31, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Enjoy games, bounce houses, hayrides, and more at this annual event.

Safety-Town Halloween (Glendale Heights)
October 31, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
This annual event is filled with treats for all.

Free Halloween Puppet Music Performance (Ashland Avenue and Oak Avenue, River Forest)
October 31, 2025 | 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Hosted by Imagine Performing Arts.

Costumes, Candy, and Community Fun (Hillside)
October 31, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Visit Hillside Commons for a bonfire, wagon rides, costume contest, and more.

Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade (Chicago)
October 31, 2025 | 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Visit the Northalsted for this festive parade.

Halloween Events for Kids in Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs

Howl-O-Ween (Palatine)
October 1, 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Bring your dog for Halloween fun. Must register in advance.

Family BINGO Night – Halloween Themed (Palatine)
October 3, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Register in advance and win plenty of candy.

Creature Feature (Mount Prospect)
October 3, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Purchase a spot for a special outdoor showing of Addams Family.

Trick or Treat Trail (Mount Prospect)
October 4, 2025 | 8:30am – 12:45pm
Wear a costume to Lions Recreation Center and stop for both indoor and outdoor fun.

Itasca Halloween Celebration
October 4, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Celebrate with fall-themed activities such as pony rides, bounce houses, and more.

Pumpkin Painting Party (Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago)
October 5, 2025 | 10:30am – 2:00pm
Get creative while visiting the museum.

Pumpkin Patch Family Carving Fest (Itasca)
October 8, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Register in advance for a pumpkin carving contest.

Family Pumpkin Carving (Rolling Meadows)
October 8, 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Registration is required at this messy, spooky event.

Spooky Scavenger Hunt (Schaumburg)
October 10, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Hunt for pumpkins around Volkening Heritage Farm.

Pumpkin Splash (Hoffman Estates)
October 12, 2025 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Make a splash at The Club while diving for pumpkins. Register in advance to ensure participation.

Boonanza (Wheeling)
October 17, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Decorate pumpkins, play games, watch a magic show, and have spooky fun at this free family event.

Spooky Story Path (Rolling Meadows)
October 17, 2025 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Wind through Community Center Park collecting treats and listening to spooky stories. Registration is required.

Halloween Hoopla (Park Ridge)
October 17, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm
October 18, 2025 | 4:30pm – 8:30pm
Register in advance for a night of fall-themed fun.

Boo Bash Spooktacular (Roselle)
October 17, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Festive games, treats, and costume contest for ages 3-5. Registration is required.

Field Family Nights: Boo with SUE (Chicago)
October 17, 2025 | 5:30pm – 9:30pm
Purchase tickets in advance for a night of fun at the Field Museum.

Smarty Pants Big Balloon Halloween Show (Community House Winnetka)
October 17, 2025 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Register in advance for discounted admission.

Tween Halloween (Elk Grove Village)
October 17, 2025 | 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Pre-registration is required for this festive fun designed for 4th and 5th graders.

BOO-mingdale Halloween Party (Bloomingdale)
October 18, 2025 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Trick-or-treating, hay mazes, games, face painting, and so much more.

Little Historians – Halloween (Arlington Heights)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Register in advance for a fun-filled morning at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum.

Doggy Trick-or-Treat (Elk Grove Village)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Registration is required for these dog-friendly festivities.

Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade (Buffalo Grove)
October 18, 2025 | 10:45am – 11:45am
Enjoy the costume contest and hunting for treats at this dog-friendly event.

Happy Howl-O-Ween (Morton Grove)
October 18, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Join the pet-friendly fun at this festive event. Register to participate.

Haunted Express (Bensenville Railroad Museum)
October 18, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Register in advance for this festive event.

Trick or Treat Trail (Itasca)
October 18, 2025 | 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Trick or treat through the trails at the Ray Franzen Bird Sanctuary.

Floating Pumpkin Patch (Des Plaines)
October 18, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Dive for pumpkins at Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center, then decorate one to bring home.

BOO-seum Bash (Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago)
October 18, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Tickets can be purchased in advance for this festive fun.

Pumpkin Splash (Arlington Heights)
October 19, 2025 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Register in advance to dive for pumpkins and prizes.

Trick-or-Treat Night at Color Factory (Chicago)
October 19, 2025 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Explore trick-or-treating at the Color Factory with unique, themed experiences.

Pumpkin Splash (Itasca)
October 22, 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Dive in the pool and hunt for pumpkins to decorate and earn prizes.

Family Pumpkin Carving (Arlington Heights Historical Museum)
October 22, 2025 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Registration is required for this messy event.

Spooky Kooky Jubilee (Medinah)
October 23, 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Games, entertainment, contests, crafts and much more. Register in advance.

Monster’s Bash (Woodland Trails Park, Mount Prospect)
October 24, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Join the hayride, bounce houses, and enjoy tasty treats.

Halloween Family Fest (Prairie View Community Center, Morton Grove)
October 24, 2025 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Carnival games, food, treats, and spooky fun.

Trick or Treat Trail (Buffalo Grove)
October 24, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join the fun and collect candy at this not-so-scary event.

Pumpkin Splash Spectacular (Wheeling)
October 24, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Dive for pumpkins and enjoy pumpkin activities. Stay for open swim afterwards. Pre-registration is required.

Candy Carnival (Addison)
October 24, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
This annual, indoor event is filled with games and activities for children of all ages. Registration is required. 

Owl-oween Bash (Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington)
October 24, 2025 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Register for a spot at this outdoor event.

Halloween Party (Palatine)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Festivities include games, storytime, dancing, and so much more. Pre-registration is required.

Streeterville Dog Halloween Party (Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 9:00am – 11:00am
Join the fun at this annual pet costume contest and parade.

Trick or Treat at the Park (Franklin Park)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit North Park for trick-or-treating along the path.

Haunted Hoffman Family Fest (Hoffman Estates)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
NEW DATE! Character visits, games, face painting and more in Fabbrini Park. Select activities are free, while others are paid.

Boo-Tacular (Center on Halsted, Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Face painting, games, and more festive fun.

Monster Mash (Bensenville)
October 25, 2025 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
The fun is inside at Bensenville’s Halloween festivities.

Mall-O-Ween (Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Visitors will find games and trick-or-treating throughout the mall.

Slightly Spooky Saturday (Navy Pier, Chicago)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm
 Trick-or-treat throughout Navy Pier.

Ghost Stories in the Barn (Wood Dale)
October 25, 2025 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Enjoy an afternoon of fun with the Wood Dale Historical Society.

Skeleton Egg Dip (Park Ridge)
October 25, 2025 | 12:15pm – 12:40pm
Register in advance to hunt for eggs in the Leisure Pool.

H20o0o0o! (Elk Grove Village)
October 25, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Register for swimming and games at the Pavilion Aquatic Center.

Ar-BOO-Retum: Trick-or-Treat at the Arb (The Arboretum of South Barrington)
October 25, 2025 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Trick-or-treat while enjoying dance, games, and more.

Trick and Treat in the Valley (Schaumburg)
October 25 and 26, 2025 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Trick-or-treat along the trail that begins at Heritage Farm. Register in advance.

Spookfest (Prospect Heights)
October 25, 2025 | 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Register in advance for hayrides, trick-or-treating, and more.

The Un-haunted Forest (River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook)
October 26, 2025 | 10:30am and 1:30pm start times
Solve the mystery at this family-friendly program.

Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt (Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington)
October 26, 2025 | 11:00am – 3:00pm
Costumes are encouraged at this outdoor scavenger hunt.

Spooky Skate (Hoffman Estates)
October 26, 2025 | 11:30am – 1:00pm
Come in costume to skate. Register in advance to save on admission prices.

Cardio Kidz Halloween Costume Run (Palatine)
October 26, 2025 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Come in costume for this festive fitness event. Register in advance.

Trick or Treat on Southport (Chicago)
October 27, 2025 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Stop for treats among the stores and enjoy family-friendly festivities.

Costume Party with the Animals (Park Ridge)
October 27 and 28, 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Come in costume and learn about the animals’ “costumes” at the Wildwood Nature Center.

Spooky BINGO (Roselle)
October 28, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Come in costume for a night of games.

Downtown Trick or Treat (Mount Prospect)
October 29, 2025 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Visit the shops to trick-or-treat.

Halloween Party (Palatine)
October 29, 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Pre-registration is required for the games, prizes and fun at Salt Creek Sports Center.

Pumpkin Splash (Schaumburg)
October 30, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dive for pumpkins while enjoying giveaways and music at Water Works Indoor Water Park.

Halloween TechnoZombie Geo Cache Hunt (Downtown Arlington Heights)
October 31, 2025 | 9:00am – 7:00pm
Head to Downtown Arlington Heights for puzzles and clues. Awards celebration at 7:30pm.

Fire Station 26 Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat (Buffalo Grove)
October 31, 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Drive through for treats.

Halloween Party (Elmwood Park)
October 31, 2025 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Keep the Halloween fun going at the Elmwood Park Recreation Center.

Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade (Chicago)
October 31, 2025 | 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Visit the Northalsted for this festive parade.

Spooky Skate (Hoffman Estates)
November 1, 2025 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm
November 2, 2025 | 2:30–5:00pm
Play games, listen to spooky music, and enjoy skating.

Halloween Activities Running All Season Long

Halloween BOO-tacular at Chuck E. Cheese
Throughout the month of October, participating Chuck E. Cheese locations are offering extra play points, nightly trick-or-treating, haunted house parties, spooky treats, and more. Check your nearest location as offerings may vary.

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