Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Highland Park 2026

17 Halloween food, drink, and parties near Highland Park

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

Wrigleyville Halloween Crawl

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Chicago 18 mi $

Features dinner buffets, gift cards, and a social media costume contest.

Trucktoberfest

Sat, Sep 19

Park Ridge 12 mi

Food trucks, beer sampling, live music, contests, and kids' activities.

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 23 mi

Rooftop Halloween party with live house and EDM DJs.

BOOze Bar Crawl

Sat, Oct 24

Arlington Heights 12 mi $

Drink tastings across suburban stops along the Metra train line.

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 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 19 mi $$

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

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

Sat, Oct 31

Chicago 19 mi $$

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

Haunted Mansion (Sunset Society)

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Chicago 19 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

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Chicago 19 mi $

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

Illustration of clay figures clinking foamy beer steins at wooden tables under a striped tent with pretzels and pumpkins (Y2K & 16 Candles Live at St. Al's Oktoberfest)

Y2K & 16 Candles Live at St. Al's Oktoberfest

Sat, Sep 26

Chicago 18 mi Free

Live music spanning three decades on the Southport Main Stage.

Illustration of costumed clay characters toasting with frothy mugs at an autumn festival tent among barrels and pumpkins (Ciderfest 2026: A Seasonal Cider Celebration)

Ciderfest 2026: A Seasonal Cider Celebration

Thu, Sep 24

Chicago 17 mi $$

Cider tastings with a commemorative glass and dog-friendly admission.

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

ISBS Oktoberfest Open House

Fri, Oct 23

Lombard 14 mi Free

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

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 25 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 (Autumn Reserve Wine Experience)

Autumn Reserve Wine Experience

Thu, Oct 15

Lisle 29 mi $$$

Fine wine tasting and live guitar amidst changing autumn leaves.

Illustration of costumed clay characters toasting with frothy mugs near barrels and pumpkins at an autumn beer festival (Buffalo Creek Brewing Halloween Party)

Buffalo Creek Brewing Halloween Party

Long Grove 10 mi $$

Costume Halloween party with live music and BBQ

Lincoln Park Wine Fest

Chicago 19 mi $$

Ninth annual wine fest in Jonquil Park

Food, Drink, and Parties this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct ISBS Oktoberfest Open HouseLombard

Sat24Oct BOOze Bar CrawlArlington Heights

Sun25Oct 2026 HALLOWEEN BOO BASHChicago

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Illustration of two small costumed children and a witch among pumpkins, hay bales and autumn trees on a sunny lawn

Highland ParkFamily-Friendly Fall Activities62 family events

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

Highland ParkHaunted Experiences11 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

Highland ParkHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon

Highland ParkUnique Halloween Events12 unique events

About Food, Drink, and Parties near Highland Park

For those seeking a major Halloween experience, consider the massive Wrigleyville Halloween Crawl in Chicago. If a more relaxed, local atmosphere is preferred, Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove offers a great alternative. From ticketed spectacles to more intimate neighborhood gatherings, Highland Park and surrounding areas present a distinct Halloween season. Decide between lively bar crawls and community-focused events.

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