• Witches Walk of Utica

    LCHS Canal Market 210 Clark St., Utica, United States

    Dust off your broom and grab your pals for a fun night out in Utica! Good witches and bad are all welcome! YOU NEED A WRISTBAND TO PARTICIPATE: You'll need to purchase a ticket to participate in all the fun activities. Only witches with our official Witches

  • Oh Deer!

    O'Hara Woods 1034 W. 135th St., Romeoville, IL, United States

    As the days get shorter, the forest gets busier. Squirrels scurry to cache their winter food, birds are bulking up for migration and deer are showing off their antlers. Bring your binoculars to O'Hara Woods to get a closeup of the busy wildlife. Registration required by Wednesday,

  • 5th Annual Witches Night Out

    Royalty West Banquet Hall 8675 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs, United States

    Where Glamour Meets Mischief 🧙‍♀️ 💫 $85 Ticket & Group Tickets Includes: 🌙 6:30 PM – Enchanted Entry: Step through mystical doors as the night of magic begins 🍴 7:00 PM – Feast of the Coven: A family-style banquet fit for witches & friends 🔥 8:00 PM

  • Third Friday Lecture – The Canal That Made Chicago: The 200th Anniversary of The Erie Canal

    Chicago Maritime Museum 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us for a fascinating discussion by CMM’s very own Bill Derrah on how the Erie Canal opened Great Lakes shipping to the world and built Chicago into a major city. Two hundred years ago the Erie Canal opened, completely transforming western settlement, economic development and Chicago. Bill Derrah

  • Trout Season Celebration

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

    Its fall trout season at Hidden Lakes! To celebrate, we are opening the gates and concessions building for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked lakes. Head to the Tackle Box bait shop for a free hot chocolate, tea or coffee. Plus

  • Rec Bike Club

    Hadley Valley 18304 Goougar Rd., Joliet, IL, United States

    Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some fun, leisurely bike rides this fall! Meet at McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove in Channahon for a 12-mile ride at a comfortable group pace. Register and complete all four Rec Bike Club rides in this series and receive

  • “The Cat’s Meow” Lace Making Workshop

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

    Learn the lost art of Bobbin Lacemaking with Donna, a seasoned lace artist that has been working in lace for over 20 years providing demos and classes, and a member of the Lacemakers and Collectors Exchange. In this 3-hour class you will learn the fundamentals of lacemaking

  • Bronzeville’s Fall Festival 2025

    Absolutely Anything Essential 3521 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us for a solo and family-friendly celebration filled with fun, shopping and resources designed to lift up the community. This year's theme is Wealth Wellness & Wisdom. Tickets are $20.

  • Haunted Hangar – Clow International Airport

    Clow International Airport 130 Clow International Parkway C, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Hop on your broomsticks and fly over to Clow Airport for a day of family-friendly Halloween fun!Our Haunted Hangar is designed especially with younger visitors in mind — perfect for kids of all ages who love a little Halloween excitement without too much fright.  Activities include: Spooky

  • History of the Jack-o-Lantern

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

    October is the perfect time to start decorating our homes for the season, but no fall display is complete without a jack-o-lantern. But have you ever wondered where this tradition comes from? Join us at Isle a la Cache for a short presentation exploring the history of

  • Sunrise Hike

    Prairie Bluff Preserve 2025 Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, United States

    What better way to start your day than breathing the crisp morning air while watching the sunrise in the prairie. A morning hike provides many physical and mental benefits and sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. Get early access into the preserve and

  • 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