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Save some money this holiday by attending these free Halloween events in Chicago and the suburbs. Read some of our picks below and find the most updated list on our calendar. Don't forget to check out other kid-friendly Halloween events in Chicago, the North/Northwest Suburbs, Western Suburbs and South Suburbs.
Don't miss Chicago Parent's Fall Playdate on Oct. 13! For the first time this year, we're celebrating Halloween with a costume parade and contest including fun prizes. Get your tickets today!
Halloween Movie in the Park
When: Oct. 12
Where: Oak Forest
Join a not-so-scary-night in the park to watch Goosebumps. Concessions will be available for purchase at our concession stand. Bring a blanket or chair to sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Movie will be outdoors, dress for the weather.
Arts in the Dark: Halloween Parade
When: Oct. 20
Where: Chicago
Arts in the Dark is a magical evening parade that celebrates Halloween as the "artist's holiday." The parade includes unique floats, spectacle puppets and creative performances that are exceptionally dramatic set against the backdrop of Chicago’s majestic skyline. Plus, there's an after-party for families at Maggie Daley Park!
Halloween Family Fest
When: Oct. 20
Where: Morton Grove
Enjoy fall crafts, hayrides, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, costume contests, inflatables and more. Dress in costume.
Touch-A-Truck & Treat
When: Oct. 25
Where: Palos Heights
Dress in a Halloween costume and explore the trucks, tractors, heavy equipment, emergency vehicles and more. Children will also receive a Halloween treat from each vehicle. From 5-5:45 the vehicles will not use sirens, lights or loud noises for a sensory-friendly atmosphere.
Spooky Zoo
When: Oct. 27
Where: Chicago
Spooky Zoo offers a free, safe alternative to trick-or-treating as well as a variety of entertainment, crafts and fun for the whole family. Dress up in costume and come to the Lincoln Park Zoo ready for a day full of fun and games.
La Grange Halloween Walk & Fall Fest
When: Oct. 27
Where: La Grange
Join the fun of a lively trick or treat parade through downtown La Grange. Afterwards, enjoy activities like crafts and pumpkin bowling.
BatFest
When: Oct. 27
Where: Batavia
The annual Halloween-themed family event features trick-or-treating, Mothers' Club Parade, pumpkin roll, contests and games.
Trick or Treat Trail
When: Oct. 28
Where: Buffalo Grove
Friendly characters will line the path to hand out candy and small prizes to children ages 1-12. Children will also have the opportunity to get their face painted, take pictures with the characters, play carnival games and more. This event is a no scare zone and parents must accompany children.
