See all Des Plaines Halloween happenings this year!
Des Plaines hosts Halloween 2025 downtown and near the riverwalk with frightful experiences and Halloween attractions that animate neighborhood streets. The lineup includes theatrical horror shows, neighborhood trick-or-treating, and pumpkin displays that welcome families and evening crowds.
Find the best Des Plaines Halloween happenings this year!
Top Halloween In and Around Des Plaines
- 13th Floor Haunted House Chicago (Schiller Park)
- One Dark Night: The Ultimate Halloween Extravaganza
- Des Plaines Trunk or Treat
- Fright Night Glow Teen Halloween Extravaganza (Park Ridge)
- Halloween Moon Painting with a Twist (Park Ridge)
- Invasion on Grant
- HOPtober Fest (Wheaton)
- Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade (Chicago)
- Lincoln Square Apple Fest (Chicago)
- The Morton Arboretum Fall Color Festival (Lisle)
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Des Plaines Halloween
Des Plaines Haunted Experiences
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Prepare for a terrifying Halloween experience at the world-famous 13th Floor Haunted House in Chicago. This year, brave the post-apocalyptic 'Shattered Skyline' or the twisted 1893 Chicago World's Fair. Engage in thrilling GellyBall zombie shoots and test your skills in rapid-fire escape games. For an extra dose of fear, consider the 'Respawn Pass' to brave the main attraction again.
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Prepare for the ultimate Halloween extravaganza with 'One Dark Night.' This terrifying symphonic rock experience merges classical masterworks, classic rock mashups, and cinematic horror with a powerful stage show and ballet. It's the biggest Halloween party and concert of Rocktober, designed for fans of all things spooky and musical.
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Prepare for an otherworldly experience at Invasion on Grant, a unique black light home haunt. This attraction features custom-made, motorized props and animatronics, all brought to life with over 2000 watts of LED black lights and UV-reactive paints. Dive into the 'Skulliver's Travels' theme, explore a creepy cemetery, and witness the celebration of the Ancient Greens. Funds raised support Puck Cancer, with family-friendly events, games, and raffles throughout October.
Des Plaines Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Get into the Halloween spirit at the Des Plaines Trunk or Treat! Kids aged 3 and up are invited to wear their costumes and visit decorated car trunks to collect festive treats. Registration is required for all participants, with free entry for adults (limit two per group).
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Teens can get into the Halloween spirit at this special 'glow' event. They can show off their costumes in a contest, dance to music, and enjoy a night of festive fun. It's a great opportunity for them to celebrate the season with friends in a safe and engaging environment.
Des Plaines Other Halloween Activities
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Unleash your inner artist at this Halloween-themed painting event. Sip on your favorite BYOB beverages while an instructor guides you step-by-step to create a 'Halloween Moon' masterpiece on a 16x20 canvas. This adults-only evening offers a fun, creative escape, with an option to craft a custom scented candle beforehand.
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