• Woods Walk

    Sugar Creek Administration Center 17540 W. Laraway Rd., Joliet, United States

    Get out on the trail and enjoy the changing of the seasons with the 23rd annual Woods Walk challenge! This ongoing program runs from Monday, Sept. 1, through Sunday, Nov. 30. Experience 10 beautiful Will County trails during their fall splendor. Trails range from 0.5 miles to

  • Quote Quest

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    This ongoing program will be offered from Sunday, Sept. 7, to Sunday, Sept. 28. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. In every walk with nature one _________ than he seeks. John Muir. Calling nature explorers of all ages! We have quest than needs

  • I’m Trying to Love Spiders

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 27, to Friday, Oct. 31. Preserve hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. “I’m Trying To Love Spiders” is an award-winning, cleverly engaging book written and illustrated by Bethany Barton. Fact-filled but also silly and relatable, it should be on everyone’s

  • Eat a Bug Challenge

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Bugs are not just for animals to eat! This ongoing program will be offered from Wednesday, Oct. 1, through Friday, Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. This is no trick, but it sure is a treat!  Worldwide, 80% of countries include

  • Spooky Scavenger Hunt at Four Rivers

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Wear your favorite costume and search for spooktacular items in the forest with your friends and family or scout group! Some items may be natural, while other items may be SUPER-natural! Can you find them all as you meander through the forest? Stop by Four Rivers Environmental

  • Fishing for Trash

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    This ongoing event will be held from Tuesday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Pick up some dirty tricks to earn some treats! Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the

  • Taste of Nature: American Lotus Flower

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    This big, beautiful, fragrant flower has wilted, but now the roots are ripe and ready for harvesting. Join us on a lovely fall evening to learn about this native aquatic plant, a historical food of our region. After a brief presentation, the tasting will begin. The roots

  • The Mansion is Not Haunted Tour!

    Hegeler Carus Mansion 1307 7th St., LaSalle, United States

    Digging up the history of the dead! In this fully immersive experience, the macabre aspects of death in the Victorian era will come back to life!The Mansion is NOT Haunted Tour: As you move through the Main Floor, stationed and costumed guides will entangle you in a

  • Karaoke Night

    The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Get ready to unleash your inner superstar! Start your weekend on a high note with delicious food, a self-serve beer wall, craft cocktails, and awesome giveaways! Don’t miss out on the fun – bring your friends and let’s make some unforgettable memories!  

  • Kids Cooking Club

    Seneca Public Library District 210 N. Main St., Seneca, IL, United States

    Aspiring chefs are invited to cook with us as we demonstrate yummy, kid friendly recipes. This month we will be making Apple Monster Teeth, Boo Bananas & Halloween treat bags. Registration required.  

  • Come Rockabilly with the Skip Grip Band

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

    Enjoy live rockabilly music from the Skip Grip Band. According to a news release, Skip Griparis is a lifelong performer, whose popular Rockabilly Heroes Series features the heroes, hits, humor and history of legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison.  

  • Museum Campus Day

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and the

  • Hometown Halloween – LaSalle

    Downtown LaSalle 1st Street, LaSalle, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of fun, fright, and festivities at La Salle’s Hometown Halloween! This beloved community event promises to delight all ages with a lineup of exciting activities throughout the day. Event Schedule:  10:30 AM: Kick off the celebration with a spirited performance by the

  • LeMonster Trick-or-Treating

    Historic Downtown Lemont Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, United States

    Dress up in your Halloween costumes and join us in the fun as our participating downtown Lemont businesses hand out treats! For more Halloween fun, visit with your favorite Lemontster Archie and his spooky friends, location yet TBD! More detailed event information to come! FREE Event.

  • Halloween in the Park

    Washington Park, Peru, IL 1301 West St., Peru, United States

    Join us for the annual Halloween in the Park event! Costumes encouraged. Didoughs pretzels available for purchase. Hocus Pocus Hags performing at 2:30.  

  • Spooky Trivia

    Seneca Public Library District 210 N. Main St., Seneca, IL, United States

    Join Ms. Julianna to test your spooky knowledge of Halloween music, movies, and pop culture events at this fun trivia event.    

  • Nightmare on Fifth Street

    408 Fine Arts Factory 408 5th St., Peru, United States

    Music Suite 408 is once again hosting "Nightmare on Fifth Street" our annual Halloween artsy party for the community. Music by Music Suite 408 students (Flute Class & Apprentice Flute Ensemble at 2pm ~ more performances coming!); Make & Take Art while supplies last; Costumes, Treats. Check

  • A Victorian Haunting

    The Reddick Mansion 100 W. Lafayette St., Ottawa, United States

    Step back in time to a shadowy night of intrigue, secrets, and suspense at A Victorian Haunting: Murder at the Mansion. Someone has met an untimely end inside the grand Reddick Mansion and it's up to you to uncover the truth.Follow a trail of clues hidden throughout

  • The Coffee Barn Halloween Party

    The Coffee Barn 701 Illinois St., Mendota, IL, United States

    The Coffee Barn is hosting a Halloween party featuring games, dancing, face painting, pizza, and a costume contest. Tickets are $15 per child, and admission is free for parents. Tickets are available for purchase at the Coffee Barn location.  Tickets: Available for purchase in-person at The Coffee

  • Trick-or-Treating at Round Barn Farm

    Round Barn Farm 24115 US-52, Manhattan, IL, United States

    Get your Halloween costumes ready for Trick-or-Treating at the Round Barn Farm! All ages are welcome for this free community event.    

  • Meat-Loaf: Bat Out of Halloween

    Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

    This stunning concert is the only authentic reimagining of the legendary Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman songbook performed brilliantly by world-class alumni of Meat Loaf’s official band- the same musicians who brought his musical visions to life both in the studio and on stages around the world.

  • Andrew Carnegie’s Gospel of Wealth

    Grundy County Historical Society Museum 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States

    Presenter: Terry Lynch has been a professional actor performing on stage, television, film and radio in the Chicagoland area for more than 40 years. He has also appeared regularly on the WGN Morning Show. He and his wife Laura, a certified educator, began Histories for Kids/HFK Presents

  • “Young Frankenstein”

    Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

    An American grandson of the infamous scientist, struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe, is invited to Transylvania, where he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body. Tickets are $5 each and will be available in advance or on the

  • Macabre Pullman Tour

    Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

    Is Pullman haunted or simply tragic? Decide for yourself on an evening walk through the historically rich Pullman neighborhood. Tickets are $20.00 per person.