145 Wickedly Fun Halloween Events for Kids in 2026

Grab your candy buckets and prepare for a magical trick-or-treat journey across Naper Settlement's 13-acre campus with candy stops at our historic homes.

After, rock out with The Little Mermen & Princess Pals — the #1 Disney tribute band performing 100 years of Disney hits (see performance schedule). From classics like Mary Poppins and The Lion King to modern hits like Frozen and Moana, the whole family will enjoy a nostalgic journey through the magical world of Disney, infused with rock and pop influences.

Steps from the stage, little ones can bounce to the beat in themed inflatables including a fright-free Haunted House adorned with friendly ghouls, grinning ghosts, and playfully spooky décor. Plus, don't miss our interactive Ghoul School, where your little witches and warlocks can craft custom slime. All activities and performances are included in admission!

This fall, The Forge: Lemont Quarries invites guests to experience Enchanted Adventure: An Evening of Pumpkin Monsters, Magic, and Mischief, running September 25 through November 1, Thursday through Sunday nights. The family-friendly experience features a ½-mile illuminated walking trail filled with thousands of intricately designed pumpkins across three themed worlds: Monsters, Magic, and Mischief.

In Monsters, encounter a 16-foot pumpkin Kraken, towering Troll, Zombie Graveyard, and Web Crawler spider. Magic brings witches, a bubbling cauldron, whimsical mushrooms, and Pumpkin Stonehenge. Mischief delivers playful pumpkin scenes, including a Pumpkin Catapult Crew, Pie Machine Chase, and tricksters causing chaos for Dracula.

Guests can also enjoy seasonal food and beverages, including festive fall drinks and food. Kids Activity Add-Ons, sold separately from trail admission, include the Creepy Crawly Kid Zone and Boos Bounces, where kids can climb, bounce, and play.

It’s a glowing evening of pumpkins, imagination, and fall fun for all!

On Saturday, October 17, from 3:00-6:00pm, children ages 2-10 are invited to a festive Halloween fun fair filled with friendly games, ghouls and goodies.

Sign-up early, as the first 150 registrants are guaranteed a prize bag and pumpkin! Also, you'll receive a $5 discount on your child's wristband when you register by 5:00pm on Friday, October 16.

Spooktacular fun includes festive fun fair games, giant inflatables, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, trick-or-treat walk, pumpkin patch, hayrides, fun photo opportunities, and treats for purchase at the Creepy Café. The event is held in Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short Street in Lisle, so please dress according to the weather. On-site payment is accepted, and walk-ups are welcome. Be sure to dress in your Halloween costume!

Kick off Halloween week at the Western Springs Park District's Halloween Harvest Fest! Join friends and neighbors at Spring Rock Park on Saturday, October 24, from 12pm to 10pm for a full day of festive fall fun for the whole family.

Bring your appetite for the Chili Cook-Off, show off your best look in the costume contest, and try your luck at the cake walk. Kids can take a swing at a baseball clinic with the Chicago White Sox, wander an inflatable corn maze, bounce on sports inflatables, and play at the bubbles station. There's live music, a photo booth, a balloon artist, the D101 3K run, food vendors, and a beer and wine tent for the grown-ups.

Stay until dark for the grand finale: a spectacular fireworks show by Pyrotecnico!

Admission is free, so grab your costumes, round up the crew, and make it a new fall tradition!