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5th Annual Spooktacular Saturday

Join the 5th Annual Spooktacular Saturday for a delightful indoor celebration at the Woodson Regional Library. Families with children of all ages can enjoy a variety of activities, creative crafts, and exciting prizes. Don't miss the chance to meet Circus Boy, the balloon artist, and participate in trick-or-treating. Costumes are highly encouraged to add to the festive atmosphere.

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What to Expect

Indoor trick-or-treating with balloon artists.

Event Details

Duration

3 hours

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Featured Performers

  • Circus Boy

Organizer

Chicago Public Library

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and fun

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Woodson Regional
9525 S. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL
60628

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Tips & Advice

  • Register in advance, as space is limited, and be sure to include the total number of children and adults attending.
  • Costumes are encouraged, so plan your festive attire for a fun-filled afternoon.
  • If you require accessibility assistance, contact access@chipublib.org at least 14 business days before the event.
  • Children aged 0-13 require a parent or guardian's email for registration, as school emails may block external communications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the registration process for this event?

Registration is required by the start of the event. A parent or guardian's email address must be used for children aged 0-13. When registering, please include the total number of children and adults attending due to space limitations.

What age groups is this event suitable for?

The event is suitable for families with children of all ages, including babies (0-18 months), toddlers (18-36 months), preschoolers (3-5 years), kids (6-13 years), tweens (10-13 years), and teens (13-19 years).

Can I bring my pet to the event?

The event is held indoors at the library, and typically pets are not allowed in library facilities, though service animals may be permitted.

What kind of activities can I expect?

Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities, crafts, prizes, and trick-or-treating, along with entertainment from Circus Boy balloon artists.

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Last Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team