Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Chicago Lawn 2026

Chicago 8 mi $

Chicago's longest-running Halloween costume party in a historic haunted hotel.

Illustration of a rooftop Halloween bar at dusk with cocktails, a vampire bartender, pumpkin lanterns and a city skyline (Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl)

Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl

Oct 24 – Oct 31

Halloween bar crawl visiting top Chicago bars with waived cover charges.

Memento Mori Halloween Gala

Fri, Oct 30

Chicago 10 mi

Haunting Halloween fundraiser inside a historic medical museum mansion.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on an outdoor stage with costumed figures, a ghost, a trophy and a watching crowd (Shedd Aquarium Haunted House Party)

Shedd Aquarium Haunted House Party

A 21+ Halloween party blending house music DJs with aquarium exhibits.

Illustration of costumed clay figures with frothy beer mugs and glowing jack-o'-lanterns at picnic tables in a night patio (The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl | West Loop)

The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl | West Loop

Oct 30 – Oct 31

Two-day Halloween bar crawl through Chicago's West Loop neighborhood.

Illustration of clay figures raising frothy beer steins at wooden tables in a tent with pumpkins and string lights (Ivy+ Alumni Chicago Halloween/Oktoberfest Costume Party)

Ivy+ Alumni Chicago Halloween/Oktoberfest Costume Party

Thu, Oct 29

Chicago 9 mi Free

Joint costume party bringing together alumni from eleven Ivy+ university clubs.

Illustration of a cozy lantern lit patio at night where costumed figures toast frothy beer mugs at wooden picnic tables (The Official Halloween Bar Crawl - Chicago)

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl - Chicago

Features waived bar covers, drink specials, and a costume contest.

Illustration of costumed characters toasting with frothy mugs at picnic tables under string lights and pumpkins (The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl)

The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawl

Oct 30 – Oct 31

Two-day River North bar crawl with drink specials and after-party entry.

Illustration of costumed characters toasting with frothy mugs at picnic tables under string lights and pumpkins (Halloween Day Crawl in River North)

Halloween Day Crawl in River North

Chicago 9 mi $

Daytime Halloween bar crawl with welcome shots and costume contests.

Illustration of costumed characters dancing at a Halloween party with pumpkins, a cake and a disco ball (R&B Halloween Costume Yacht Party Chicago on Anita Dee II)

R&B Halloween Costume Yacht Party Chicago on Anita Dee II

Three-level Lake Michigan cruise with DJ sets and skyline views.

Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins (Halloween on the Pier at Offshore Rooftop)

Halloween on the Pier at Offshore Rooftop

Fri, Oct 30

Chicago 10 mi

Rooftop Halloween party with live house and EDM DJs.

Illustration of a cozy lantern lit patio at night where costumed figures toast frothy beer mugs at wooden picnic tables (West Loop Halloween Bar Crawl)

West Loop Halloween Bar Crawl

Multi-venue neighborhood bar crawl featuring drink specials and a costume contest

Illustration of a vampire bartender pouring a glowing green cocktail at a smoky Halloween bar with pumpkins and candles (Haunted Halloween Night Lake Cruise)

Haunted Halloween Night Lake Cruise

Fri, Oct 30

Three-story Lake Michigan yacht party with a live DJ.

Illustration of a glowing Halloween party scene with a pumpkin, a witch figure, a cat and a cake on a purple dance floor (Local Edition Fall Night Market)

Local Edition Fall Night Market

Thu, Oct 8

Curated evening market featuring small-batch goods and live music.

WIOFA Presents All Hallows' Evening 2

Chicago 8 mi

Charity Halloween party benefiting pediatric cancer and blood disorder patients.

Offshore Halloween

Chicago 10 mi $

Rooftop party featuring live DJs and sweeping Lake Michigan views.

Illustration of costumed clay figures with frothy beer mugs and glowing jack-o'-lanterns at picnic tables in a night patio (West Town Halloween Crawl)

West Town Halloween Crawl

Chicago 10 mi $$

Host-guided bar crawl visiting four establishments with an included shot

Illustration of costumed figures beside a table with two gold trophies on a hay covered stage with pumpkins and string lights (Afrobeats Fridayz Halloween Costume Party)

Afrobeats Fridayz Halloween Costume Party

Oct 30 – Oct 31

Chicago 10 mi $$

Costume party featuring Afrobeats, Amapiano, and up to $1000 in prizes.

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with costumed characters around a punch bowl, a ghost, pumpkins and string lights (2026 HALLOWEEN BOO BASH)

2026 HALLOWEEN BOO BASH

Sun, Oct 25

Chicago 15 mi $$

Costumed Halloween fundraiser featuring karaoke, campfire stories, and trick-or-treating in the theater.

Illustration of clay characters in Halloween costumes on a stage with a golden trophy, a ghost and an audience (Pink Peach Events Presents: Trick or Turn Up — Hip-Hop & R&B Halloween Party)

Pink Peach Events Presents: Trick or Turn Up — Hip-Hop & R&B Halloween Party

Cicero 6 mi $$

Features a DJ dance floor, costume contest, and photo booth.

Illustration of a Halloween nightclub stage with a performer in a purple feathered costume, curtains, fog and pumpkins (Dark Paradise: Halloween Bash)

Dark Paradise: Halloween Bash

Chicago 8 mi $

A 21-and-over Halloween celebration featuring music, costumes, and themed decor.

Illustration of a glowing Halloween party where a vampire and a girl stand by a pumpkin disco ball near a cake and a cat (Monster Mall Chicago: Boo's and Brews)

Monster Mall Chicago: Boo's and Brews

Sun, Sep 20

Chicago 8 mi Free

Spooky pop-up market featuring alternative vendors, treats, brews, and music.

Illustration of a pumpkin headed clay performer in a purple feathered costume on a stage as a costumed crowd cheers (Twisted Horrors: A Femme Halloween Soiree)

Twisted Horrors: A Femme Halloween Soiree

Femme Halloween gathering featuring live pole and burlesque performances.

Illustration of a candlelit Halloween dinner table with small pumpkins, black cauldron bowls and a friendly ghost nearby (Hands-On Pumpkin Ravioli Making Class)

Hands-On Pumpkin Ravioli Making Class

Chicago 9 mi $$$

Make fresh pasta dough and pumpkin ricotta filling from scratch.

Haunted Harbor

CHICAGO 10 mi Free

Open-air lakefront electronic music event featuring DJs, fog, and spooky visuals.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a small stage with a pumpkin, robot, witch, ghosts, trophy and audience (Haunted Mansion (Sunset Society))

Haunted Mansion (Sunset Society)

Chicago 10 mi $$

Multi-floor Halloween electronic music party with 16 DJs in Logan Square

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a decorated barn stage with ghosts, a trophy table and pumpkins in front (Afrobeats Saturdayz: Halloween Costume Party)

Afrobeats Saturdayz: Halloween Costume Party

Chicago 10 mi $

Features a costume contest with up to $1,000 in prizes.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a small stage with a pumpkin, robot, witch, ghosts, trophy and audience (Miinniie's Halloween Costume Party)

Miinniie's Halloween Costume Party

Chicago $

Features a costume contest, music from a DJ, games, and food.

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights (Afternoon Tea: Fall Edition)

Afternoon Tea: Fall Edition

Chicago 6 mi $$$

Fall-inspired teas, herbal infusions, and family-style treats.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a small stage with a pumpkin, robot, witch, ghosts, trophy and audience (Halloween Comedy Bash: Laugh Till You Scream)

Halloween Comedy Bash: Laugh Till You Scream

Chicago 6 mi $$

Live comedy showcase, costume contest, vendors, and poetry performances.

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Fallin’ for Wisconsin

Chicago 7 mi $$$

Day trip from Chicago featuring wine tasting, apple picking, and Lake Geneva.

Pumpkin Carving Party at Federales

Mon, Oct 26

Includes a pumpkin, carving kit, and a select margarita.

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins (Fall Bakes: Fall Themed Baking Class)

Fall Bakes: Fall Themed Baking Class

Chicago 9 mi $$$

Hands-on instruction for pumpkin scones and caramel apple pull-apart bread.

Oktoberfest

Sep 25 – Sep 26

Woodridge 18 mi $$

Adults-only festival featuring live music, German food, and beer.

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Oktoberfest at Brookfield Zoo Chicago)

Oktoberfest at Brookfield Zoo Chicago

Sep 19 – Sep 20

Brookfield 8 mi

German-style family-friendly fun with specialty beer, bratwurst, and games.

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights (Autumn Reserve Wine Experience)

Autumn Reserve Wine Experience

Thu, Oct 15

Lisle 20 mi $$$

Fine wine tasting and live guitar amidst changing autumn leaves.

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins (An Oktoberfest Celebration)

An Oktoberfest Celebration

Thu, Oct 8

Lombard 16 mi Free

Business networking gathering featuring pretzels, brews, and professional connections.

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights (ISBS Oktoberfest Open House)

ISBS Oktoberfest Open House

Fri, Oct 23

Lombard 22 mi Free

Casual open-house networking event with complimentary food, drinks, and prize giveaways.

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with costumed characters around a punch bowl, a ghost, pumpkins and string lights (Walking Haunted Pub Crawl Crown Point)

Walking Haunted Pub Crawl Crown Point

Crown Point 30 mi $$

Haunted walking bar crawl exploring local ghost stories for ages 21+.

SRJC Haunted Brunch

Sat, Oct 10

Joliet 29 mi $$

Cook spooky sausage and pancakes followed by a Halloween-themed craft.

The Nightmare Bar