From pumpkin patches to campfire horror movies, and monster bashes, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Delight in the frightful frills of Fall at the Halloween in the Parks event. The event series is held throughout October in parks across the city. Park patrons of all ages are welcome to attend the multiple offerings celebrating the season and leading up to the official holiday on October 31st . Halloween in the Parks is presented by Mars Wrigley.
Pumpkin patches, campfire horror movies, and monster bashes are just some of the highlights in a month full of Fall fun. Bring your family, friends and neighbors and have a scary good time at these family-friendly events. Come out to the parks to show off your costume, enjoy apple cider, decorate holiday decor, and more! Most events are offered at no cost, and some have a minimal fee for supplies and giveaways.
“Come and have a Happy Halloween in the Parks,” said Chicago Park District Superintendent and CEO Rosa Escareño. “While some events are designed to be spooky, we want everyone to go home with smiles on their faces. With so many options to choose from, there is no better way to celebrate this fun-filled holiday than in your local park.”
The full schedule of Fall and Halloween events can be found at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/halloween.
Halloween Events
September 29, 2024
Harvest Fest
Indian Boundary Park, 2500 W. Lunt Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $10.00
Everyone just loves pumpkins! Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event! At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches and harvest fests, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, and music, and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station. Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin.
10 am-2 pm - Zoo to You. This interactive, fun, and exciting mobile zoo will visit the event! See goats, sheep, a little cow, bunny, just to name a few of the animals that you'll see. We will have a visit from Old Town School of Music will provide musical entertainment throughout the day.
October 3, 2024
Senior Fall Fun
Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave., 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Age range: 60 and up, Admission: $5.00
Join us to kick off Fall in the Parks at this afternoon of fun just for Seniors (60+). We will play bingo, eat lunch, and even do a fall-themed craft.
October 4, 2024
Campfire Horrors: IT R|2h 15 minutes|2017
Lincoln Park, 500-5700 N. Lake Shore Drive, 7:00 p.m. to 8:48 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
In the Town of Derry, the local kids are disappearing one by one. In a place known as 'The Barrens', a group of seven kids are united by their horrifying and strange encounters
with an evil clown and their determination to kill It.
October 5, 2024
Fall Fest
Athletic Field Park, 3546 W. Addison St., 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Enjoy a day in the park jam-packed with family-friendly activities. Pony rides, pumpkin patch, train ride, live entertainment, and much more. Ticket sales benefit the park. Fees range per activity.
Pumpkin Patch
Calumet Park, 9801 S. Avenue G, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
You are invited to join us for a goblin good time while enjoying a pumpkin patch, pony rides, a petting zoo,(10:30 am- 1:30 pm), face painting, Inflatables, and arts and crafts.
Ghostly & Ghastly Tales Family Workshop
Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West, October 5th to October 19th
Age range: 5 and up, Admission: Free
Ghostly & Ghastly Tales: Join PlayMakers Laboratory at Lincoln Park for 3 family workshops in October to explore ghostly Halloween stories. This workshop for families will include theater games, along with creating & performing Halloween-themed stories.
On October 26, the PlayMakers Ensemble will perform an original Halloween Sketch Comedy Show adapted from the spooky (and hilarious) stories YOU wrote throughout the month! Families, please register every family member who will participate, ideally at least one parent and one child.
October 10, 2024
Senior Harvest Fest
Mozart Park, 2036 N. Avers Ave., 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: 60 and up, Admission: $5.00
Everyone just loves pumpkins and we have the perfect event that our seniors will love! Fall is a great time to get outdoors, enjoy the festive season, and get your pumpkin. At our Harvest Fest seniors will pick their pumpkin, listen to some live music, play a few games, have conversations with friends, and enjoy a tasty treat.
October 11, 2024
Campfire Horrors: The Monster Squad PG-13 | 1h 22 minutes | 1987
Lincoln Park, 500-5700 N. Lake Shore Drive, 7:00 p.m. to 8:22 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
A group of 12-year-olds form a Universal Monsters fan club called Monster Squad, and have to attempt to save their hometown from Count Dracula and his monsters when they show up for real.
October 12, 2024
Cider with the Sanderson Sisters
Normandy Park, 6660 W. 52nd St., 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $7.00
Join us for Cider with the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus, enjoy music, crafts cotton candy, popcorn, face painters, and arts and crafts for this family-friendly Halloween Spooktacular event!
Mini Pumpkin Patch
Bell Park, 3020 N. Oak Park Ave., 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $10.00
Purchase your wristband here. Everyone just loves pumpkins! Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event! At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, music and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station. Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin.
October 13, 2024
Fall Fest
Jefferson Park, 4822 N. Long Ave., 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
We invite community members to our annual fall fest! The family-friendly event will feature arts & crafts for the kiddos, Halloween costume swap and of course PUMPKINS. Plus, tons of fun in the park!
October 18, 2024
Campfire Horrors: Hocus Pocus PG|96 minutes|1993
Lincoln Park, 500-5700 N. Lake Shore Drive, 7:00 p.m. to 8:36 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
A curious teen (Omri Katz) moves to Salem, Massachusetts with his younger sister (Thora Birch) and accidentally awakens a trio of witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy) while trying to impress a local girl (Vinessa Shaw).
October 19, 2024
Pumpkin Patch
Margate Park, 4921 N. Marine Drive, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $10.00
Everyone just loves pumpkins!
Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event! At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches and harvest fests, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, and music and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station. Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin. 10 am-2 pm - Zoo to You. This interactive, fun, and exciting mobile zoo will visit the event! See goats, sheep, a little cow, bunny, just to name a few of the animals that you'll see! Want to feed the animals? A cup of coffee will be available for purchase with Zoo to You for $1 per cup.
Boo-Palooza
Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen Avenue, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
A Halloween Extravaganza with free pumpkins, live entertainment, costume parades, a haunted maze, and much more. Bring your canine companion for Bark-Palooza which includes a costume parade for dogs, treats, and other dog activities. A free event, but there is a $10 suggested donation per family for those who wish to help fund programs and activities in Wicker Park.
Pumpkin Patch
Dvorak Park, 1119 W. Cullerton St., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Let's get together and have some fun at our annual Pumpkin Patch. We have planned an afternoon of fun - featuring a DJ, free pumpkins and treats, crafts projects, pony rides and petting zoo!
Fall Festival
North Park Village Nature Center Park, 5801 N. Pulaski Rd., 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for the annual Fall Festival at North Park Village Nature Center. This festival has taken place for over 30 years! Enjoy a fall walk along the trails, build your own scarecrow, create children’s arts and crafts, and more! It's unbe-leaf-ably fun!
October 20, 2024
Fall Festival
North Park Village Nature Center Park, 5801 N. Pulaski Rd., 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for the annual Fall Festival at North Park Village Nature Center. This festival has taken place for over 30 years! Enjoy a fall walk along the trails, build your own scarecrow, create children’s arts and crafts, and more! It's unbe-leaf-ably fun!
October 21, 2024
Halloween Spooktacular
Avondale Park, 3516 W. School St., 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 6, Admission: $10.00
We have a spooktacular plan to make some super easy kid-friendly Halloween-themed arts and crafts. All supplies included.
October 24, 2024
Halloween Party
Adams Park, 1919 N. Seminary Ave., 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 8, Admission: Free
Join us for a family- friendly Halloween Party at the park! Games, crafts, treats and more! Costumes are encouraged.
October 25, 2024
Halloween Extravaganza
Sheridan Park, 910 S. Aberdeen St., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 13, Admission: $2.00
Join us for our annual Halloween Extravaganza in the Park! We are looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in their funniest, scariest, craziest, and most original costume.
Halloween Party
Calumet Park, 9801 S. Avenue G, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Age range: 14 and under, Admission: Free
Join us for this fun Halloween party and participate in a costume contest, carnival games, snacks, and music.
Halloween Candy Dash (Fun Run)
Senka Park, 5400 S. St. Louis Ave., 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 14, Admission: $5.00
Activities include the Race, face painting, cotton candy, and music. The fun run is for ages 3-13 which will be held outside. Halloween costumes are also encouraged.
3-5 years 6:00-6:45 pm
6-13 years 6:45-7:45 pm
Rain date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Monster Bash
Field Park, 5100 N. Ridgeway Ave., 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $2.00
Join us for a boo-ti-ful time! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a fun night of dancing.
Campfire Horrors: Five Nights at Freddy’s PG-13|110 minutes|2023
Lincoln Park, 500-5700 N. Lake Shore Drive, 7:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
A troubled security guard begins working at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. During his first night on the job, he realizes that the night shift won't be so easy to get through. Pretty soon he will unveil what actually happened at Freddy's.
October 26, 2024
Pumpkin Patch
Sheridan Park, 910 S. Aberdeen St., 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 13, Admission: Free
Let's get together and have some fun at our annual Pumpkin Patch. We'll have a petting zoo, arts & crafts, and face painting!
Pumpkin Patch
Oriole Park, 5430 N. Olcott Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $10.00
Everyone just loves pumpkins! Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event! At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches and harvest fests, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, and music, and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station. Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin. 10 am-2 pm - Zoo to You. This interactive, fun, and exciting mobile zoo will visit the event! See goats, sheep, a little cow, bunny, just to name a few of the animals that you'll see.
RiverLab: Spooky Critters Fest
River Park, 5100 N. Francisco Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for RiverLab's Halloween party where we will have crafts, games, and activities related to the spooky animals you can find in the Chicagoland area. This is a free event for all ages, and pre-registration is not required. Based at the River Park Boathouse, the Chicago Park District's River Lab program is a series of educational events and activities dedicated to reconnecting residents of Chicago with their River.
Fall Fest
Eckhart Park, 1330 W. Chicago Ave., 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: $15.00
Eckhart Fall Festival invites community to have Fall Fun, we will have Face painting, Trick or Treating, Inflatables, a pumpkin patch, and Costume Contests.
Haunted House
Columbus Park, 500 S. Central Ave., 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 16, Admission: Free
Children can come dressed in their costumes to have fun with a pumpkin patch, skating, arts and crafts, and more. Everyone will have a chance to enter the haunted house and enjoy the different scary scenes.
Ghostly & Ghastly Tales Sketch Comedy Performance
Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join PlayMakers Laboratory for a ghostly & ghastly performance where their professional ensemble will perform an original Halloween sketch comedy show adapted from the spooky (and hilarious) stories written by the families at Lincoln Park Cultural Center!
Halloween Party
White Park, 410 W. Chicago Ave., 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party at Jesse White Community Center. There will be games, crafts & goodies! We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, and most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season!
Halloween Party
Commercial Club Playground of Chicago, 1845 W. Rice St., 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for a Halloween party that will feature games, crafts, and a trick-or-treat parade.
October 27, 2024
Halloween Party
Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave., 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 13, Admission: Free
Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party. Games, Craft Projects, Treats, and more! Wear your most creative and spookiest costume. We can't wait!
October 28, 2024
Mom, Pop, and Tot Halloween Party
Park No. 571, 2828 S. Eleanor St., 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 5, Admission: Free
Get ready for a fun-filled Mom, Pop, and Tot Halloween Party, complete with costumes, games, and plenty of sweet treats for the whole family to enjoy!
October 29, 2024
Halloween Craft
Field Park, 5100 N. Ridgeway Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Age range: At least 1 years 6 months but less than 4, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts.
Halloween Arts & Crafts
Rosedale Park, 6312 W. Rosedale Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Age range: At least 1 years 6 months but less than 3, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts.
Halloween Craft
Field Park, 5100 N. Ridgeway Ave., 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 6, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts.
Halloween Arts & Crafts
Rosedale Park, 6312 W. Rosedale Ave., 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 6, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts.
Halloween Craft
Field Park, 5100 N. Ridgeway Ave., 3:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 6 but less than 12, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts.
Halloween Arts & Crafts
Rosedale Park, 6312 W. Rosedale Ave., 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Age range: At least 6 but less than 13, Admission: $8.00
Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts.
Pumpkin Spice Yoga
Park No. 571, 2828 S. Eleanor St., 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Age range: 18 and up, Admission: $2.00
Embrace the cozy vibes of autumn with Pumpkin Spice Yoga, a Vinyasa-style class that flows through poses as smoothly as your favorite fall latte, all while savoring the scents and spirit of the season.
October 30, 2024
Halloween Skate Party
Moore Park, 5085 W. Adams, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 15, Admission: Free
Come dressed in your Halloween costume and be ready to skate!
Candy, Roller Skating, Arts & Crafts, and more. This event will be outside - keep the weather in mind when you dress. If you have your own skates, please bring them. We will have a limited supply of skates available:
Halloween Party
Green Briar Park, 2650 W. Peterson Ave., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party at Green Briar Park. There will be games & goodies! We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season!
Halloween Magic Mania
Wilson Park, 4630 N. Milwaukee Ave., 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 6 but less than 13, Admission: Free
Join us for a spooktacular evening of magic and mystery! Come learn, create, and enjoy an enchanting Halloween event filled with surprises, illusions, and fun for all ages. Don't miss out on the magic—it's going to be a thrilling night!
Trunk or Treat
Tuley Park, 501 E. 90th Pl., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Make Tuley Park part of your Halloween! Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween.
Trunk or Treat
Austin Town Hall Park, 5610 W. Lake St., 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 16, Admission: Free
Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween. Activities include arts & crafts, games and more!
Halloween Craft
Revere Park, 2509 W. Irving Park Rd., 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Age range: 1 years 6 months and up, Admission: $5.00
Let's creative a fun Disney themed Halloween Craft for the family!
Haunted Halloween Movie: Casper (1995)
Sheil Community Center Park, 3505 N. Southport Ave., 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 2 but less than 3, Admission: Free
Enjoy a free Halloween Movie - Casper (1995). Please feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Seating provided will be metal bleachers and gym floor.
Halloween Movie Slumber Party
Scottsdale Park, 4637 W. 83rd St., 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 6 but less than 13, Admission: $3.00
Bring a sleeping bag & pillow. Popcorn, candy, and a refreshment will be served.
October 31, 2024
Train or Treat Pumpkin Fitness
Park No. 571, 2828 S. Eleanor St., 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Age range: 18 and up, Admission: Free
Sweat for your sweets in this heart-pumping pumpkin-based wellness class! All levels of fitness are welcome!
Monster Mash Bash
Wrightwood Park, 2534 N. Greenview Ave., 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Age range: At least 1 years 6 months but less than 6, Admission: $2.00
Join us for a boo-ti-ful time! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a fun night of dancing.
Community Trick or Treating
Simons Park, 1640 N. Drake Ave., 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 18, Admission: Free
Join us at our annual Community Trick or Treating. Stop by wearing your favorite Halloween costume!
Community Halloween Party
Sauganash Park, 5861 N. Kostner Ave., 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Age range: 11 and under, Admission: Free
Treat yourself to a boo-tiful family-friendly Halloween Party at the park. There will be games, treats & lots of fun. Make sure to come dressed in costume! Ideal for children ages 2-10.
Halloween Party
West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th St., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Age range: At least 3 but less than 13, Admission: Free
Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more!
Halloween Community Party
Oriole Park, 5430 N. Olcott Ave., 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 13, Admission: Free
Join us for our annual Halloween Community Party in the Park! We'll have Halloween-themed games, treats, and lots of fun. Dress in your Halloween best.
No registration is required.
Trunk or Treat
Shabbona Park, 6935 W. Addison St., 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Age range: All ages, Admission: Free
Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween at our 5th annual Trunk or Treat. Activities include arts & crafts, games and more! Event takes place in front of the building...you can't miss it!
Tots Halloween Party
Brainerd Park, 1246 W. 92nd St., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Age range: At least 1 but less than 6, Admission: Free
Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more!
RiverLab: Boo! In a Canoe
River Park, 5100 N. Francisco Ave., 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Age range: 3 and up, Admission: $10.00
Join us for our Halloween spooktacular on the Chicago River. Dressing up is a must, and there will be prizes for the best costumes! We will wear headlamps as we paddle down the beautiful landscape of the Chicago River. Children must be at least three years of age and children under 35 lbs. will need to bring their own life vest. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the program. Your registration fee covers rental of all equipment plus instruction. Based at the River Park Boathouse, the Chicago Park District's RiverLab program is a series of educational events and activities dedicated to reconnecting residents of Chicago with their river. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.