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Enjoy a BOOtiful Weekend in Lake County Illinois

Now through early November, bring the family to Spooks & Spirits Autumn Celebration. There's something for everyone: fall festivals and costume parades; haunted houses; corn mazes and pumpkin patches; Six Flags' famous Fright Fest; and "supernatural" attractions. And for the adults, don't miss our scary-good locally made brews, wines and spirits. Check out the latest Halloween events and travel packages. And be sure to drink responsibly.

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Fall Festivals
Fall Festivals
As the leaves turn to shades of red and gold, local festivals pop up across the county, offering everything from pumpkin patches to craft fairs and more. Lake County's fall festivals are sure to provide unforgettable memories.
Haunted Attractions
Haunted Attractions
Every October, there is a "Monster Mash," and the haunted attractions in Lake County never fail to scare. Myriad courageous souls out there who want to brave the storm of a professional scarer. That said, Lake County holds a Master’s Degree in terrifying individuals.
Libation Trail
Libation Trail
Sip on ghoulish adult beverages compliments of the Lake County Libation Trail for a chance to win a bus tour hosted by 95 WIIL ROCK from October 1-31, 2025. Check in to win at five (5) locations!

FALL FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Looking for more Spooktacular Events? Use the events search above OR View our complete Lake County Calendar!


Oct. 18
Candle-Making Movie Night: Practical Magic
10/18/25
Candle-Making Movie Night: Practical MagicSaturday, October 18th at 6PM | $...
Explore Events @ Romney Brown Candle Company
Oct. 18
Frights and Delights Halloween Festival in Vernon Hills
10/18/25
The Vernon Hills Park District will host its new Frights and Delights Hallo...
Explore Events @ Vernon Hills Park District Sullivan Community Center
Oct. 18
Flick and Float at Lakeview Fitness in Vernon Hills
10/18/25
Vernon Hills Park District will host a splash-tastic indoor movie night at ...
Explore Events @ Lakeview Fitness
Oct. 18
Trunk or Treat in Deerfield
10/18/25
Trunk-or-Treat offers a spook-tacular twist on traditional trick-or-treatin...
Explore Events @ St. Gregory's Episcopal Church Parking Lot
Oct. 18
Hawthorn’s Harvest Fest and Makers Market
10/18/25
Hawthorn Row will host a fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 1–5...
Explore Events @ Hawthorn Row
Oct. 18
Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim Night in Waukegan
10/18/25
The Waukegan Park District will host a Poolside Pumpkin Patch Family Swim N...
Explore Events @ Field House Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Center
Oct. 18
Winthrop Harbor's Fall Fest
10/18/25
Winthrop Harbor’s annual Fall Fest will offer a full evening of famil...
Explore Events @ Village of Winthrop Harbor
Oct. 18
Winthrop Harbor's Trunk or Treat
10/18/25
Winthrop Harbor will host a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 18 from 3:30 to 5:...
Explore Events @ 38 Acres
Oct. 18
Pumpkin Pool Splash in Highland Park
10/18/25
Dive into a world of whimsy and wonder at the Pumpkin Pool Splash! Experien...
Explore Events @ Park Fitness
Oct. 18
Mundelein's Boo Bash Trunk or Treat
10/18/25
Families are invited to a free, pre-registered Halloween event designed for...
Explore Events @ Village of Mundelein
Oct. 18
Trick or Treat Trail at Round Lake Area Park District
10/18/25
Trick-or-treaters can collect goodies along the trail outside the Community...
Explore Events @ Hart's Woods Park
Oct. 18
2025 Go Waukegan Zombie Walk
10/18/25
The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 2025 GO WAUKEGAN Zombie Walk on S...
Explore Events @ Hinkston Park


LAKE COUNTY SPIRITS

Looking for more Lake County Spirits? Check out our Libation Trail!


Buffalo Creek Brewing
Long Grove
Settled by German immigrants, Long Grove is rich in German history. The Historic Downtown Long Grove...
Explore Buffalo Creek Brewing
North Shore Distillery, LLC
Green Oaks
North Shore Distillery, LLC makes a range of original, delicious distilled spirits, including N...
Explore North Shore Distillery, LLC
Lynfred Winery Highland Park
Highland Park
Come and enjoy Lynfred Wines in Highland Park. It's a place to gather, escape, and celebrate. Wi...
Explore Lynfred Winery Highland Park
Broken Tee Brewing Co.
Highwood
The dream of Broken Tee Brewing Company started as many small breweries do, with an introduction to ...
Explore Broken Tee Brewing Co.
Mickey Finn's Brewery
Libertyville
Since 1993, this landmark, casual, social gathering place famous for handcrafted beer is Lake C...
Explore Mickey Finn's Brewery
Broken Earth Winery Long Grove
Long Grove
Broken Earth Winery is located in downtown Long Grove. They offer a full selection of wines from the...
Explore Broken Earth Winery Long Grove
Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Craft Biergarten at North Point Marina
Winthrop Harbor
  Located within NorthPoint Marina/Spring Bluff Forest Preserve right on the lakefront over-...
Explore Harbor Brewing Co. Lakefront Craft Biergarten at North Point Marina
Steep Ravine Brewing Company
Highland Park
  Ravinia Brewing Company is rebranding to Steep Ravine Brewing Company, the name of its fla...
Explore Steep Ravine Brewing Company


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