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Five Things To Do in the Northern Suburbs: Oct. 17–19, 2025
From orchard visits to neighborhood fests, fall is full of reasons to get outside and soak it all in. We've rounded up a few local happenings to add to your list this weekend.
Celebrate Halloween early at Frights & Delights.
The Vernon Hills Park District blends two seasonal favorites—Trucks, Trunks & Treats and Fall Fest—into one day of family-friendly Halloween fun. Expect hayrides, inflatables, costume contests, and a lineup of food trucks serving festive bites. Border Tails Rescue will be on-site for dog adoptions, and pups can strut their stuff in the doggie costume parade. Trick-or-treat bags are provided, so bring your crew (and your pup) for a few hours of fall charm mixed with spooky fun.
Date: Oct. 18
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $8
Location: Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Dr., Vernon Hills
More Info: vhparkdistrict.org
Face your fears at Wicked Wilmette.
The annual Halloween bash moves lakeside this year, transforming Gillson Park into a playground of pumpkins, hayrides, and spooky surprises. Families can enjoy inflatables, face painting, and hands-on pumpkin decorating, while kids collect candy at trick-or-treat stations scattered throughout the park. Costumes are encouraged for this beloved Wilmette tradition.
Date: Oct. 17
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Cost: $26+
Location: Lakeview Center & Gillson Park, 800 Gillson Park Dr., Wilmette
More Info: wilmettepark.org
Enjoy a day at Fall Festival.
The Forest Preserves of Cook County hosts its annual celebration of all things autumn, featuring animal encounters, beekeeping demos, and honey for sale from local hives. Visitors can paint pumpkins, enjoy live entertainment, and learn about the natural world as the leaves begin to turn.
Date: Oct. 19
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook
More Info: fpdcc.com
Have fun at Trick or Treat Trail.
Round Lake's Trick or Treat Trail returns with candy stations, hayrides, and festive photo ops for the whole family. Kids can groove to a live DJ, watch a giant bubble show, and even learn a dance to a K-pop-inspired Halloween tune. With stilt walkers, costumed characters, and a pumpkin maze, this community favorite packs plenty of Halloween energy into one lively afternoon.
Date: Oct. 18
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Hart's Woods Park, 814 Hard Rd., Round Lake
More Info: rlapd.org
Get spooky at Halloween Hoopla Family Fun Fest.
Costumes and candy meet carnival-style fun at Halloween Hoopla. Families can follow the trick-or-treat trail, play games, and dance along to monster hits from an interactive DJ. Balloon twisters, giveaways, and themed surprises add to the festivities, making it a go-to spot for an evening of Halloween fun.
Date: Oct. 17
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: $10+
Location: Sachs Recreation Center, 455 Lake Cook Rd., Deerfield
More Info: deerfieldparks.org
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