Springfield Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Springfield and nearby
Springfield transforms for Halloween 2026 near the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and downtown streets into a ghostly celebration zone.
The season brings spooky outdoor events, pumpkin patches and costume parades with family-friendly fairs and spooky evening attractions.
Editor's Picks
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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Hundreds of glowing hand-carved pumpkins light up Washington Park.
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Carter Brothers Haunted Hayride
Celebrating its 43rd anniversary of terror and fright.
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Springfield Hauntings Tours
Haunted history walking tour exploring the dark past of Lincoln's hometown.
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9th Annual Halloween Parade
Lighted evening parade featuring festive floats and special Halloween guests.
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Hallowpalooza at Kidzeum
Costume parade, face painting, and live animal encounters with Wild Times Exotics.
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Springfield Park District Fall Tree Sale
Annual sale offering healthy shade and flowering trees.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
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Hundreds of glowing hand-carved pumpkins light up Washington Park.
Springfield Family-Friendly Fall Activities →
Haunted Experiences
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Carter Brothers Haunted Hayride
Springfield
Celebrating its 43rd anniversary of terror and fright.
Springfield Haunted Experiences →
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
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Springfield Hauntings Tours
Springfield
Haunted history walking tour exploring the dark past of Lincoln's hometown.
Springfield Unique Halloween Events →
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Springfield
- Springfield Area Halloween Events Guide Published: Sat, Oct 3, 2026
- Lincoln Library Hosts 'Spooky Season' Halloween Events Published: Thu, Oct 1, 2026
Springfield Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
