Halloween Events Near Grayslake 2026

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Illustration of a red tractor pulling a wooden wagon of small costumed figures past pumpkins and autumn trees near a red barn GrayslakeFamily-Friendly Fall Activities53 family events Illustration of a guide raising a lantern before a small group on a foggy cobblestone street as a ghost appears in a window GrayslakeHaunted Experiences15 haunted attractions Illustration of a rooftop Halloween bar at dusk with cocktails, a vampire bartender, pumpkin lanterns and a city skyline GrayslakeHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties8 parties & tastings Illustration of an outdoor movie night on a lawn with a glowing screen, lawn chairs, pumpkins and string lights at dusk GrayslakeHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment3 shows & screenings Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon GrayslakeUnique Halloween Events2 unique events

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Illustration of a glowing ferris wheel and carousel at dusk with pumpkins, jack-o'-lanterns and small costumed figures (Schaumburg Halloween Carnival) Schaumburg Halloween CarnivalSchaumburg · Oct 16 – Oct 31Classic carnival with a Halloween twist Illustration of a pumpkin patch full of orange pumpkins with two small farmers, red wheelbarrows and a farm stand (The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival) The Great Highwood Pumpkin FestivalHighwood · Oct 2 – Oct 4Features massive pumpkin walls, community carving, carnival rides, and costume contests. Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns) Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-LanternsGlencoe · Oct 7 – Oct 25Features 75 giant 150-pound pumpkins, live carving, and costumed performers. Illustration of a skeleton drummer, a witch guitarist and a pumpkin headed band playing on an outdoor stage at night (Waukegan Symphony Orchestra & Concert Chorus: Nightfall: Music of Fear & the Unknown) Waukegan Symphony Orchestra & Concert Chorus: Nightfall: Music of Fear & the UnknownWaukegan · Sat, Nov 7Halloween-themed concert by the Waukegan Concert Chorus Illustration of two costumed figures in a festive autumn street at dusk with pumpkins, string lights and a glowing bonfire (Santa's Village Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival) Santa's Village Pumpkin Patch and Fall FestivalEast DundeeA complete fall makeover with pumpkin patches, mazes, and amusement rides. Illustration of clay figures walking past striped market stalls and pumpkins on a paved square with orange autumn trees (Howl-O-Ween Canine Costume Contest) Howl-O-Ween Canine Costume ContestBuffalo Grove · Sat, Oct 24Features a doggy egg hunt alongside a creative pet costume competition.

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Thu22Oct Northbrook Halloween Pet ParadeNorthbrook Illustration of a giant grinning jack-o'-lantern float and costumed marchers parading along a tree-lined park path at dusk (Northbrook Halloween Pet Parade) Fri23Oct Halloween 3K Fun RunNorthbrook Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on an outdoor stage with costumed figures, a ghost, a trophy and a watching crowd (Halloween 3K Fun Run) Fri23Oct Halloween BashMedinah Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk (Halloween Bash) Sat24Oct Boo in the Barn at SOUL Harbour RanchBarrington Illustration of a ghost and a small witch carrying a pumpkin bucket on a sidewalk past glowing porches on an autumn street (Boo in the Barn at SOUL Harbour Ranch) Sat24Oct Tricks & Treats in the ValleySchaumburg Illustration of a ghost and two costumed kids trick or treating past glowing houses with pumpkins and autumn leaves at dusk (Tricks & Treats in the Valley) Sat24Oct Central Street Trick Or TreatEvanston Illustration of two costumed trick or treaters with candy buckets on a dusk street of glowing houses and carved pumpkins (Central Street Trick Or Treat)

About Halloween near Grayslake

Grayslake brings Halloween 2026 to life with pumpkin patches, fall activities, and plenty of spooky season energy. Near downtown and Central Park, families can follow glowing lights, enjoy pumpkin events, and discover seasonal entertainment without traveling far. Ghost walks and costume festivities add a little mystery for visitors seeking a darker side of autumn.

From pumpkin chunkin excitement to relaxed afternoons among the trees, these activities suit many ages and comfort levels. Plan a visit around the weekend, when Grayslake feels especially lively and local businesses join the fall fun.

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